16 Dynamic Playmakers

Prep Hoops Dakotas has another article on Playmakers!   See below for player comments, these ballers from NoDak are dynamic.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/Playmakers.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/Playmakers.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2757610" style="width:318px;height:auto" /></a></figure>   [player_tooltip player_id='2237847' first='Anthony' last='Touche'] (2027) |5'11 G| Warwick   Anthony earned himself a first-time starting role for the varsity this season and he has not disappointed. He takes on the role of point guard and shooting guard and has been very impressive so far this season. He is averaging 17 points per game and has done a majority of his damage in critical situations of the game. He has become one of Warwicks most reliable players. He pushes the tempo all game long and is starting to understand how to be effective offensively anywhere on the floor. He is also hands down the best guard defender on the team. He has a very quick first step and shuffle that allows him to stay in position while guarding the perimeter. He communicates well with his teammates and his court awareness is only improving each game. Anthony has energy, hustle, grit, and clutch play capabilities. He is one of Warwicks go-to options late in games and has been involved in making plays that secure wins, make comebacks, or help sustain leads. His mentality is a coach's dream, Anthony plays the game hard and never complains. From one play to the next, Anthony is always putting himself in a position to make a positive play for his team.    [player_tooltip player_id='2276981' first='Avery' last='Gratton'] (2025) |6'2 G| Larimore   Gratton is a playmaker in multiple ways. He is good off the dribble and strong while attacking the rim. He also is a good facilitator. Avery sometimes is too unselfish and doesn't look to score as much but that just shows what type of teammate he is getting everyone else involved. Avery has also been a great leader over the last couple of weeks. Gratton plays really tough defense and is very good at anticipating those cross-court passes to get steals.    [player_tooltip player_id='1329684' first='Ben' last='Schepp'] (2025) |6'2 G/F| Velva   Everything you saw in the fall on the football field from Schepp, we are seeing translate this winter on the court! Ben is a winner, a gamer, and a dynamic playmaker. Ben is a natural-born leader and a walking Double-Double. He is averaging 15 ppg, 10 rpg, and is shooting around 50% from field. Ben is an efficient ball player who never quits. He does a great job of anticipating on defense and he cleans up the glass.   [player_tooltip player_id='2417313' first='Blake' last='Bergstrom'] (2028) |5'8 G| Ray   He put up 31 last night in the win over Tioga. He can score at the rim, mid-range, floaters, and hit the 3. Bergstrom is leading the team in assists at 7.5. He is able to see things before they happen and get the ball to where it needs to be. Has had quite a few highlight reel passes this season. Blake is a floor general, a creator, a scorer, and a major playmaker.   [player_tooltip player_id='1716899' first='Drake' last='Schlosser'] (2025) |6'3 G| Stanley   Drake is a talented offensive player who plays with high energy all game long. He's currently performing better in the second half of games. Drake is averaging 20 points a game. He's an elite finisher around the paint area. Not only is Drake great at attacking ball screens, but he's a great defender who puts just as much if not more effort on that side of the ball. Schlosser is a playmaker that makes the players around him better.    [player_tooltip player_id='1843885' first='Elijah' last='Feather'] (2025) |6'1 G| Warwick   Elijah reads the floor very well; he reads what the defense is giving him in front of him and secondary as well. He's got the ability to score from anywhere on the floor, that adds a lot of versatility to his game. When the Warriors need a play made on both ends of the floor, Elijah finds a way to put himself and his teammates in good positions to make a play. Elijah is a leader by example, he demonstrates on and off the floor how a student-athlete should be. Besides holding himself to a high standard of expectations, Elijah holds that same expectation around him, and he finds a way to elevate his teammates by keeping them involved or showing them where to be and keeping confidence in their abilities. He has guided the Warrior underclassmen into roles they are not familiar with and has been a great mentor to them thus far this season.    [player_tooltip player_id='2277114' first='Jace' last='Collison'] (2025) |6'0 G| Larimore   Jace is a playmaker because of his offensive abilities. He can score in multiple ways, he drains triples, and is good at getting to the rim. Collison is a playmaker by being able to create his own shot. He also is good at finding teammates while driving to the rim. Jace has really turned into a leader in the last couple of weeks while leading practice drills and setting by example.    [player_tooltip player_id='2414701' first='Jace' last='Becker'] (2028) |6'1 SF| Ray   He has a plethora of effective moves from 12' and in.  He has as good of footwork as you'll find. If Becker does not get doubled he is getting a high-quality shot, and if he does get a doubled he is making the right play and getting the ball out. Jace is second on the team in assists. Jace is a high-percentage shooter inside the arc and super efficient around the hoop. He defends well for only being a 9th grader and is a phenomenal leader.   [player_tooltip player_id='2759112' first='Kane' last='Rivinius'] (2026) |6'1 F| Richardton-Taylor   He is stepping up as of late and has proven himself as a playmaker for the Raiders. Rivinius recently had a breakout game in Bowman with 18 points and 8 boards. Kane is a strong and physical player for the Raiders. His vision is improving and is a nice spark when the team needs it. Rivinius is one of the team captains and is a leader for Richardton-Taylor on and off the court.     [player_tooltip player_id='1975416' first='Khaliq' last='Austin'] (2028) |6'3 G| Bismarck   11.9 ppg, 4.3 rpg, 1 apg, 1.3 spg, 41.4 FG%, 40.9 3 FG%, 78.9 FT%, those are wild numbers for a 9th grader in class AA. Keep in mind that the Demons are one of the best teams in the state. The young Austin is an all-around scorer & baller. He sees the floor like a seasoned PG. He and older brother [player_tooltip player_id='1219802' first='Andre'' last='Austin'] are a deadly 1-2 punch. Khaliq can shoot the light out but is always ready to make the extra pass to set someone else up. He plays hard on both ends, boards up, blocks shots, and defends multiple positions. Khaliq is a straight-up baller with a super bright future.   [player_tooltip player_id='2378452' first='Kyler' last='Krank'] (2027) |5'8 G| Richardton-Taylor   Krank is averaging double figures and has had an impact on the boards as well. Kyler has proven himself to be a game-changer multiple times this season. He can score when the Raiders need him to and he will also dish the assist when they need a clean look. Kyler reads the floor well and has good basketball sense. Kyler is a scorer, passer, creator, rebounder, and a playmaker.   [player_tooltip player_id='1329685' first='Reggie' last='Bruner'] (2025) |6'2 G| Velva   He is a next-level and explosive athlete. Bruner is a dynamic slasher and an effective 3-point shooter. Bruner has extended range, he can put up points in a hurry. He is also a playmaker when trailing into the half-court offense. You name and and Reggie can do it on the offensive end. He is averaging 17 ppg and is #1 on all of the opponents scouting reports.   [player_tooltip player_id='2329512' first='Ryan' last='Pelletier'] (2026) |6'5 F| Cavalier   This junior forward is coming off brief sickness and is starting to play well. Ryan has had a few dunks in traffic that are noteworthy. I have seen the clips and they are impressive! Pelletier rebounds well and pulls a lot of defense in his direction. He is averaging 9.8 ppg, 7.1 rpg, and we expect those numbers to keep going up. Ryan is a dynamic player who can play at all levels. He is a good shooter from in & out. Pelletier was All-District last year, he has the talent, skill, height, and athleticism to take over games.   [player_tooltip player_id='2442325' first='Ty' last='Barman'] (2029) |6'2 G/F| Ray   He can score it very well but his biggest playmaking ability has come on defense. Ty is super long for an 8th grader and athletic with great timing. Barman is leading the Jays in both blocks and steals at nearly 3 blocks a game and over 5 steals a game. He can guard all 5 positions but typically takes a BIG. He can score from all three levels with an advanced shot and mature moves. Ty is a stud playmaker. He had his 1st in-game dunk tonight against Velva.   [player_tooltip player_id='2237729' first='Ben' last='Hynek'] (2027) |6'7 C/PF| & [player_tooltip player_id='1355919' first='Bennett' last='Larson'] |6'7 C/PF| (2026) Stanley   Both of these players make impressive plays for the Blue Jays. Ben and Benett both demand a lot of attention in the paint. Ben can stretch the floor and has made 7 threes in the last two games. Bennett is another playmaker as he is the main reason we are averaging over 30 points a game in the paint. He's a capable passer and often leads the team with assists. They are both game-changers on defense and on the boards.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/Playmakers_df8779.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/Playmakers_df8779.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2757616" /></a></figure>

Prep Hoops Dakotas has another article on Playmakers!