Wisconsin Swing Fall League observations

Had the chance to watch a couple of games Sunday evening at Waunakee High School in the yearly [program_tooltip program_id='2078835' first='Wisconsin' last='Swing'] Fall League for varsity boys' basketball players. Following are some updated profiles of players who stood out at the event.    Easily the best collegiate prospect at the Swing Fall League, Stremlow was a man among boys for much of his game. He scored 24 points, grabbed endless rebounds and made impressive passes to sprinting teammates on the fast break. He also kept opposing guards away from the basket and came up with several steals with his quick hands and aggressive nature. A physically strong wing guard, Stremlow's ability to get downhill and finish through contact was constant in his game. He also popped in some three-point jump shots. Stremlow owns NCAA Division II scholarship offers from Michigan Tech and South Dakota School of Mines. More figure to follow as Stremlow continues to excel on the court this winter for Verona and coach Curtrel Robinson.     A high-energy point guard who doesn't have to put up big point production in order to be highly effective on the court, Vale's defense, intensity and unselfishness are all positive traits. He competes with tremendous effort and is very difficult to stop in the open court due to his speed and aggressiveness with the ball in his hands. Vale finished with 12 points to help his team record a victory in the Swing Fall League, but it's his court presence, leadership and toughness that stand out most when watching him go after opponents.     An instinctual combination guard with good size and an advanced feel for the game, Klein figures to contend for a spot on either the JV1 or varsity squad for a very deep program at Middleton. He more than held his own at the Swing Fall League, scoring 24 points to help his team to a victory. His court poise, smart movement with and without the ball, and length and mobility on defense are all assets. He ranks among the better class of 2029 prospects in the Madison area and will be a player to watch for coach Kevin Bavery's program over the next four years at Middleton.     Logan is a returning starter for a Randolph program that finished 12-14 a year ago. The Rockets finishing a season with an under .500 record is basically unheard of given the strong tradition of the program. Logan and his teammates figure to get Randolph back into contention in the Trailways West Conference in 2025-26. After averaging 5.2 ppg and 1.9 rpg as a junior starter for the Rockets, Logan made three triples and scored 15 points for his team at the Swing Fall League. His length and quick jumping ability allowed him to go up and get some rebounds on both ends of the court as well.     Kirchner spent most of last season on the Aquinas JV1 squad, although he did get promoted to varsity for the WIAA playoffs. The Blugolds finished 26-3 and won the WIAA Division 4 state title, but three starters from that squad graduated last spring, leaving the door open for Kirchner to potentially gain a spot in the Aquinas playing rotation this season. He performed very well at The Swing Fall League, scoring 25 points in a 10-point loss. He made three shots from beyond the arc, but also used his strength to get into the lane for short jumpers.     Ackerman could very well be a key piece for a Stoughton program hoping to contend for the Badger Small Conference title along with Mount Horeb and McFarland. He could possibly team with returning starters [player_tooltip player_id='1561944' first='Jacob' last='Hibner'] (6-3) and [player_tooltip player_id='2508305' first='Jaren' last='Vale'] (6-0) to give Stoughton coach Nolan Weber a three-guard lineup that could create lots of issues for opponents. Ackerman does just about everything well as a combination guard. He can shoot, he is a good passer and he can handle the ball against pressure. He also has the size and lateral movement to play well on the defensive end of the floor.     The top returning player for defending South Central Conference champion Westfield, Lyon plays with physical toughness and an edge that keeps defenders a bit off balance. He can definitely get to the basket and is always a threat to drive to the hoop once the ball gets to him. But he's also a good long-distance shooter so opponents have to respect his outside jump shot. A returning second-team all-league player, Lyon averaged 19.6 ppg and 2.8 rpg while helping Westfield to a 21-5 record under coach Nick Brakebush last season.     With all five starters from last year's 16-10 squad graduated, playing time for the varsity squad at Sun Prairie West is wide open. Sadler's improvement since helping the JV1 team to an 18-4 record last winter has been significant. And his ability to shoot the ball from outside the arc could earn him a spot in coach Jay Swanson's playing rotation. He swished four triples and scored 22 points to help his team notch a 10-point victory Sunday in the Swing Fall League.     Jones was constantly in motion and doing whatever he could Sunday to help his team stay within striking distance of its opponent. His activity helped him to score 17 points in the Swing Fall League. He made a three-point jumper, got to the basket to finish four times, and also drew four fouls. He made all eight of his foul shots and used his energy well on defense and in attempting to snare rebounds and get deflections in the backcourt. Jones is coming off a strong junior season where he averaged 20.3 points and 5.8 rebounds for coach Jerod Boyd at Madison Country Day.

Had the chance to watch a couple of games Sunday evening at Waunakee High School in the yearly Wisconsin Swing Fall League for varsity boys' basketball players. Following are some updated profiles of players who stood out at the event.