The Expo: Players To Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are another day closer to The Expo and PHD has another group of players to highlight. A super solid group of ballers recently signed up to attend this weekend's event and we are excited to see them hoop. See below for reasons to watch and what we like about their games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">On <strong>October 4th</strong>, Prep Hoops Dakotas will light up the <strong>Impact Sports Center in the Queen City </strong>with one of the fall's must-see hoops showcases. From <strong>11:00 AM to 3:00 PM</strong>, prospects from across the region will step onto the court with something to prove—competing for recognition, sharpening their game, and making a statement. For players ready to separate themselves and create a buzz heading into the season, <strong>The Expo in Sioux Falls is the place to be!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"17px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:17px"><a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/1617/register/the-expo-dakotas">Click Here to REGISTER</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"15px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:15px"><em>Use Code:&nbsp;<strong>HerrickPGH25</strong>&nbsp;for a discount on admission</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Why players should attend:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Elite Competition:</strong> Go head-to-head with the top talent in your class with players from MN, ND, and SD.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Unmatched Coverage:</strong> Prep Hoops scouts will be in the gym, evaluating, highlighting standouts, and providing media exposure. With more than 400 college programs subscribing to Prep Hoops, your performance has the chance to be seen by recruiters across the country.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Recruiting Opportunities:</strong> Over the past four years, Prep Hoops events have attracted hundreds of college coaches, and every game is streamed live on BallerTV for added visibility.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>High-Energy Atmosphere:</strong> The Expo is competitive and fun. With a top-tier venue and an electric environment, it's the perfect stage to showcase your skills.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Make Your Mark:</strong> For Prep Hoops Dakotas, this is the chance to watch you live. For players, it's the chance to leave a lasting impression and stand out from the crowd. Have a good showing at the Expo and leave your mark on PHD!<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2977279,"width":"247px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/image_366222.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/image_366222.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2977279" style="width:247px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1317685,"width":"242px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/10/PlayerWatchlistNDSD.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1317685" style="width:242px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2430313"],"_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-68dc4be0dd43a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Southpaw smooth shooter who is ready for a breakout year with the Cossacks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hoops w/ a high IQ, fast &amp; speedy, good decision-maker &amp; passer, disruptor on D</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2052763"],"_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-68dc4be0dd4a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Capable of scoring from multiple levels, undersized, but he can fill it up from 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quick &amp; pesky, I am interested to see his skill level compared to the top guards</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2230314"],"_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-68dc4be0dd4f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Impressive in the past when I have watched, excited to see him hoop again</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Crafty &amp; skilled, good feel for the game, playmaker in transition, tough on D</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2406045"],"_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-68dc4be0dd542"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Caught my eye in spring, excited to see how his game developed, serious upside</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Love his length, paint &amp; rim protector, runs the floor well, cleans up the glass</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2052771"],"_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-68dc4be0dd588"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Emerging BIG, potential to be one of the best lost posts in Class B this season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strong &amp; physical, I like his feet, embraces contact, passes well, stout defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2264292"],"_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-68dc4be0dd5cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Known as a 3 &amp; D baller, spaces the floor &amp; shoots at a high level, sniper</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-On D he defends the opposing best player, motor never stops, high character</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2496380"],"_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-68dc4be0dd612"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Creator on O, leader &amp; facilitator, stirs the drinks &amp; sets up others for good looks </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a good head on his shoulder, great basketball reactions, trustworthy defender</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->