17 Additional Stock Risers: ’27 Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">On Tuesday, PHD updated the incoming junior (2027) ND Prospect Rankings. We have discussed Stock Risers and New Names throughout the week. The PHD is not yet complete with Stock Risers; we have additional players who deserve attention.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}}} --> <p style="font-style:normal;font-weight:100">See below for player comments…<a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/Spring-Stock-Risers-crop-539x354-1746847666.png"></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2930736,"width":"413px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/StockRisersdak.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/StockRisersdak.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2930736" style="width:413px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2402547' first='Simon' last='LaRocque'] |6'6 PF| St. John</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressive size/length for Class B, long wingspan, active on the defensive end of the floor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The BIG Woodchuck is patient inside, shares &amp; passes the ball well, keep an eye on Simon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2492783' first='Dylon' last='Fischer'] |5'8 G| Fischer</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Nice complimentary player, Fisher is a knockdown shooter from deep, keeps the D honest</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Smooth &amp; consistent shot, moves his feet well, plays hard on defense &amp; causes problems</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2398656' first='Kade' last='Mitchell'] |6'2 G| North Prairie</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Lanky guard &amp; he could keep growing, smooth southpaw sniper, has a quick &amp; clean shot</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Noteworthy follow-through, can also beat close-outs and slash for buckets, exciting talent</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2672464' first='Preston' last='Arndt'] |6'0 PF| LLM</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressive blood lines, father was a brute at NDSU, Preston is a strong and physical player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tough defender who hits the glass hard, efficient finisher, potential to be a real playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2406757' first='Ethan' last='Geffre'] |5'10 G| Bismarck Legacy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Brings relentless NRG on both ends, impacts game in variety of ways, contributes in multiple ways</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressive hustle, capable from three-point land, known as an unselfish teammate, a hard worker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1542351' first='Chase' last='Christensen'] |6'0 G| Richardton-Taylor</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Dealt with an injury last year, let's hope he is 100% healthy this season, combo-guard, tough player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Shoots it well &amp; is creative/quick off the bounce, good rebounder for his size, does a bit of everything</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2846734' first='Tristen' last='Peterson'] |6'4 G| Sargent County</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A plus defender, gets to the rim at will, gets up &amp; finishes athletically, 1 of the top Region 1 players</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Grew over the off-season, blocked a ton of shots this summer, a top-notch Class B athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1894873' first='Dayson' last='Dubois'] |5'8 G| Four Winds-Minnewaukan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Played well this summer, should be in the running for a starting spot on the Indians tough squad</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hoops w/ relentless effort, heat up quickly, impacts games as a versatile slasher, creator &amp; scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2347885' first='Kaleb' last='Benning'] |6'0 F| Wilton-Wing</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Expecting him to have an increased role for the Miners, hard-nosed, does not shy from contact</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strong, grinder &amp; hard worker, plays bigger than his listed height, smart, good feel for the game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2865341' first='Sake' last='Baker'] |6'2 SF| Beach</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hit the weight room hard, added muscle &amp; toughness, will be more physical on the hardwood</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved a great deal last season, gets it done on D, fruitful rebounder, finishes well at the cup</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237771' first='Tiger' last='Lee'] |5'10 G| Westhope-Newburg</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Expecting him to be a top 3 offensive player for the Sioux, spaces floor &amp; hits perimeter shots</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved last season as a slasher to the rim &amp; defender, utilizes quickness to beat defenders</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2132775' first='Jevon' last='Johnson'] |6'1 G| Stanley</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Worked on his game this off-season, expecting him to be improved &amp; have an upgraded role</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved fitness &amp; strength, nice athleticism, likely run the point &amp; guide the Blue Jay offense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237844' first='Jack' last='Gunderson'] |6'1 G| Cavalier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Works hard at his craft, can handle it &amp; his IQ is good, has gotten stronger, unselfish teammate</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quick player, makes things happen as a slasher, aggressive on D, hard worker with potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2467376' first='Darian' last='Clark'] |5'11 G| Fargo North</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hoops w/ a smooth/controlled style, quality off-season, looking tough on D, good decision-maker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Known for relentless effort &amp; infectious NRG, his intensity fuels the Spartans &amp; they feed off of it </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2377525' first='Brody' last='Kuntz'] |6'1 G| Dickinson Trinity</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Athletic PG, handles the ball well under pressure, natural skills, ball looks like an extension of hand</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Immediate separation off dribble, finishes w/ both L &amp; R, capable shooter, lets it fly with confidence</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2467378' first='Joe' last='Enno'] |5'10 G| Fargo North</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a nice off-season under the "new look" Spartans, coach Zens has had good things to say</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A space-creating slasher with a lightning-quick 1st step, nonstop motor, finishes at a high rate</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2412425' first='Tatum' last='Poitra'] |5'9 G| Dunseith</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Despite his size, plays w/ a fiery edge, improved this off-season, upgraded handles, sees floor well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-PG, emerging into a confident shooter, defensive intensity, finishes well, embraces pressure situations</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1439476,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/12/StockRisers2-crop-743x488-1650987210.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/12/StockRisers2-crop-743x488-1650987210.jpg?w=742" alt="" class="wp-image-1439476" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->