Top Stock Risers: ND ’25 Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}},"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size" style="font-style:normal;font-weight:100">Prep Hoops Dakotas updated the North Dakota senior (2025) class Prospect Rankings on Monday morning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>In this piece, we are looking at 13 of the Top Stock Risers!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1003753,"width":"319px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/PHGenericSR.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/PHGenericSR.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1003753" style="width:319px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1219802"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f566575e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">All-Time Assist and Single Game Assist record holder at BHS. Looks to be on a mission this season. Dre is putting up gaudy numbers so far, he is flirting with triple-double averages. He lifted, shot, and played hoops all off-season and it shows. Austin is an aggressive, no-ego, vocal floor general. You cannot guard this baller with 1 defender and as soon as you double, he will hit the open man. Dre is also tough on D and a ball-hawk. Austin is going to have an epic senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1219797"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f5665766f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Young Sheldon has a lightning-quick first step of the bounce, nobody in the WDA has been able to guard him with single coverage. Hudsen is an explosive athlete and one of the top dunkers in North Dakota. He is a multi-sport stud who will have his choice of which sport to play at the next level. Sheldon looks to be an improved shooter this year and he will no doubt put up massive numbers. Sheldon is a human highlight reel and is as dynamic as they come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1177143"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f566576b6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He and the Firebirds and the reigning State A Champions. Can they get back to the big game? Odds are yes, and Brodina will be the man to lead them there. Parker plays the game as hard as anybody and you will not find a more fierce competitor. Brodina is an intelligent player, a leader, and has a well-rounded game. He puts up points from every level and is quick to exploit a mismatch. If he gets a smaller defender on him, look out because he will likely play bully ball. Brodina is a flat-out winner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1931467"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f56657711"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Is Schell the top unsigned player in North Dakota?&nbsp;I think he really projects well as a next-level guard with his length and athleticism, which go along with his well-rounded game. Payton stood out on multiple occasions this summer against high-level competition on PH Circuit. Payton's instincts, timing, and long arms make him an excellent shot blocker. Schell is also an accurate and consistent shooter from beyond the three-point arc. He is a talented 3&amp;D playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1177138"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f56657753"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This Magician is another highly successful multi-sport athlete. Schaeffer was an All-State tennis player this fall. I am not sure what his college plans are, but scouts have to be intrigued by his length, mobility, versatility, athleticism, and bounce. Shaeffer is a high-riser who SLAMs on the regular. Grayson's numbers will not pop like some of the others but he can score in a variety of ways, gets stops on defense, board-up, create turnovers, and is full of upside &amp; potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1165392"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f56657797"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I have liked his game for multiple years and Karter just keeps getting bigger, stronger, and faster. It sounds like he will be playing football in Grand Forks next fall but he could certainly compete in basketball and/or Track &amp; Field at the next level. Karter is an old-school low-post type of player but he can also WHAM with flash and flair. He is lethal around the basket but can also step out and hit the jumper, his shot has improved over the last year. Peterson is also a high-yielding rebounder and a voracious defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1497483"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f566577d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Few prospects raised their stock as much as Klefstad did from his sophomore campaign to last year, and early indications point to a very big senior year!&nbsp;This raging bull gets to the basket like only a select few across the Dakotas, and Cam rebounds and protects the paint at a high level as well. Klefstad is a mismatch nightmare with his explosiveness, high-end motor, strength, and relentlessness. Cam is an above-the-rim finisher, a tough defender with versatility, and a physical baller who will average a Double-Double. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1746515"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f56657817"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He is an intriguing player with his length/size, mobility, and versatile scoring. Over the past two off-seasons, Wirth has added muscle and strength. Oliver has started the season hot with steals, 2-hands SLAMs, slash-n-scores, multiple deep three-pointers, rejections, and offensive rebounds. Wirth is a matchup headache as he can score from all levels, produce off the catch/bounce, and put up points in transition. He is a productive rebounder and has a ton of upside on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1219808"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f56657855"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I think of him as an aggressive and talented slasher/attacker. He is also excellent in transition. However, I have heard reports that Englund is an improved shooter. He will be extra dangerous player in his senior season. Caden is a good-sized and strong guard who does not shy away from contact. Englund has a diverse finishing package and always looks to be in "attack mode". Caden is not just a scorer, he is a creator and playmaker with the ball who is quick to dish an assist. Englund can also lock up on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1497589"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f566578b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">So far this season, Newman has proven himself as an explosive scoring weapon. Thomas is averaging 35.5 ppg, 9 rpg, 3 apg, and has hit 22 FT's while shooting 91.7%. Newman is long and he makes plays off the dribble. He shoots left-handed from the outside but is a top-notch finisher with both hands around the hoop. He will also drain runners/floater with his R &amp; L. Newman is a quality athlete and a crafty scorer. I like his footwork and elusiveness when attacking the basket. If he keeps this up, Thomas will be a sure-fire All-Stater.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1497479"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f566578f2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">PHD is expecting Johnson to average a Double-Double this year and to be an All-State type of player in his senior season. Brennan is a BIG interior ballerr who rebounds well, plays stout defense, and can score on the block with power and/or skill. He will also space the floor and shoot the three-pointer at a consistent clip. This summer, Johnson proved that he is a gamer who will hit shots in big moments. He can take over a game but will also make the extra pass and do the dirty work.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1189404"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f56657934"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This future Golden Eagle is one if the best off-the-ball guards in North Dakota. Mr. Cool is always moving and knows how to get open. Westphal has a quick release and a nice bag of offensive gifts that makes him one of the more dangerous scorers in the state! He showed that off in game 1 of the season, Brady can get hot in a hurry. He is a talented shooter but also has a sweet floater/runner, is quick to move the ball, and find an open teammate. Can he &amp; Evanson get the Hawks to the coveted State Tournament?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1167609"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760f56657973"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">He is coming off an All-State football season, Sully should be full of confidence. Ihry is moving into a primary scoring role this season and will not settle for being just a three-point shooter, as he can get downhill and has the strength to finish.&nbsp;Ihry is also a gifted passer and a hardworking teammate. Can he elevate the play of the new faces around him and lead the Stangs to the State Tournament his senior year? It certainly feels like it is the time to shine for Sully.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2337607,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/NE25StockRisers-crop-634x417-1680792871-crop-633x416-1682010479-crop-633x415-1706712378.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/04/NE25StockRisers-crop-634x417-1680792871-crop-633x416-1682010479-crop-633x415-1706712378.jpg?w=632" alt="" class="wp-image-2337607" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->