Brookings Bobcats

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">The Brookings Bobcats enter the new Class AA season with renewed optimism and a refreshed mindset under head coach Joe Frederiksen. Today marked the official first day of practice, and the energy in the gym must have been electric — competitive, focused, and full of belief. While last year's record didn't fully reflect their effort or competitiveness, this group hasn't lost confidence for a second. The buy-in is strong, the work ethic is real, and the Bobcats are ready to grind for every inch of improvement in South Dakota's toughest class. Expectations here aren't built on hope — they're built on hard work — and this is a hungry crew determined to take a meaningful step forward this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3158686,"width":"151px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/Bobcat-Image.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/Bobcat-Image.jpg?w=500" alt="" class="wp-image-3158686" style="width:151px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>School:</strong>&nbsp;Brookings</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Mascot:&nbsp;</strong>Bobcat</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Head Coach:</strong>&nbsp;Joe Frederiksen</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Athletic Director:</strong>&nbsp;Jeff Dvorak</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Class:</strong>&nbsp;AA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong>24-25 Season:</strong>&nbsp;1-19</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>See below for Player To Watch, a Q&amp;A session, and the Bobcat game schedule.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3155406,"width":"189px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Bobcat-Claw-002.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Bobcat-Claw-002.jpg?w=624" alt="" class="wp-image-3155406" style="width:189px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2693098,"width":"188px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/TeamIntroduction.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/TeamIntroduction.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2693098" style="width:188px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"22px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:22px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Player To Watch</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"11px","fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100"}}} --> <p style="font-size:11px;font-style:normal;font-weight:100"><em>*Comments from Coach Frederiksen</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2338063' first='Bergan' last='Tetzlaff'], 6'6" Senior F/C:</strong>&nbsp; "<em>Bergan will be a strong post presence for the Bobcats, both on offense and defense.&nbsp; He will be looked upon to be the team leader and role model for younger players.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2350746' first='Drew' last='Johnson'], 5'10" Senior G:</strong> "<em>Drew will be the shooter for the Bobcats.&nbsp;His long-range three-point shots will be depended upon to make our scoring competitive.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2350745' first='Jones' last='Huntimer'], 6'1" Senior G:&nbsp;</strong> "<em>Jones brings the energy to the team.&nbsp;He will get the group pumped up and playing tough against our opponents.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3158934' first='Jace' last='Bauer'], 6'0" Senior G:</strong>&nbsp; "<em>Jace is the Mr. Hustle of the Bobcats. He works hard and hustles on every play.&nbsp; He will bring the little added defensive push the team needs this season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2508303,"width":"266px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/QA.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/QA.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2508303" style="width:266px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"22px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:22px"><span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>With Joe Frederiksen</strong></span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: How would you sum up last season?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Last season our team didn't get the wins that were hoped for.&nbsp;The boys fought tough and gave it their all throughout the season, but unfortunately came up short during the game time settings.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Does your program/team have any non-negotiables?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Discipline, Attitude, and Work Ethic are non-negotiables for our team to be successful this season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What will your defense "hang its hat on"?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Playing solid man-to-man defense and getting after the ball when able.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">&nbsp;PHD: How does this year's team differ from last year's?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>This year brings a new coaching staff to the team with different philosophies and team goals.&nbsp;The coaching staff is looking forward to bringing the team together with a positive culture and fresh ideas.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: How did the offseason go for your team/program?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>The team worked hard in the offseason, attending camps and league play.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who are some players you expect to take on expanded roles this season?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>[player_tooltip player_id='2132819' first='Jarret' last='Bauman'], [player_tooltip player_id='2132809' first='Andrew' last='Hegg'], and [player_tooltip player_id='3163438' first='Noah' last='Lease'] - all saw varsity minutes last season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who is your top defensive player?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>[player_tooltip player_id='3158934' first='Jace' last='Bauer'] will be the key defensive player for the Bobcats.&nbsp;As stated above, he is a hustler and works hard on both ends of the floor.&nbsp;He will be the one to get the steals and keep the other team on their toes.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who are a couple of up-and-comers to look out for?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>[player_tooltip player_id='2132819' first='Jarret' last='Bauman'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2132809' first='Andrew' last='Hegg'] will have expanded roles on varsity this year. They both saw a few minutes last season but will be relied upon to expand their roles this season.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What style of play can fans expect on both ends of the floor?&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Up Tempo style on both ends of the floor.&nbsp;The players will be expected to hustle and work hard when they are on the court, both offensively and defensively.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who do you think will be your&nbsp;best rebounders?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>[player_tooltip player_id='2338063' first='Bergan' last='Tetzlaff'], due to his side and physicality. He is tall, athletic, and works hard.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: What are&nbsp;your&nbsp;team goals this year?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>The team's goal is to be competitive in every game, while taking care of the ball more.&nbsp;We are going to strive to lower turnovers each game and play with precision.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Who are some of the top teams &amp; players in Class AA?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Huron with [player_tooltip player_id='1467166' first='Blake' last='Ellwein'], Mitchell with [player_tooltip player_id='1466940' first='Colton' last='Smith'], and Sioux Falls Lincoln.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHD: Can you tell us about an assistant coach?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>Jarrod Huntimer is a seasoned assistant coach with the team.&nbsp;He brings the stability and familiar style to the table.&nbsp; Tim Lease is a returning coach for the Bobcats this season.&nbsp; He comes up from the lower level and will bring ideas to the group.&nbsp; Nate Barnhart comes to us from SDSU and will bring a player's perspective to the table.&nbsp;"&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PHDL: Any last comments about the upcoming season?</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<em>I'm looking forward to the start of a fresh new season.&nbsp;The boys are excited, and we are geared up for a new style of play and competitiveness.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"22px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:22px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Schedule</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12/12/25 - home vs. Watertown</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12/16/25 - home vs. Huron</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12/18/25 - at Tea Area</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/6/26 - at O'Gorman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/8/26 - home vs. Brandon Valley</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/16/26 - home vs. Mitchell</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/20/26 - at Huron</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/23/26 - home vs. Rapid City Central</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/24/26 - home vs. Rapid City Stevens</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/27/26 - at Harrisburg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1/30/26 - at Watertown</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/3/26 - home vs. Sioux Falls Washington</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/6/26 - home vs. Sioux Falls Lincoln</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/10/26 - home vs. Sioux Falls Roosevelt</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/13/26 - at Sioux Falls Jefferson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/17/26 - home vs. Pierre</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/20/26 - at Aberdeen Central</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/24/26 - home vs. Yankton</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/27/26 - at Douglas</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2/28/26 - at Spearfish</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3/7/26 - SoDak 16</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>March 19, 20, 21 - State Tournament in Rapid City </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"italic","fontWeight":"1000"}},"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size" style="font-style:italic;font-weight:1000">BEST OF LUCK TO THE BOBCATS!!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3157201,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/Bobcat-Head.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/Bobcat-Head.png?w=647" alt="" class="wp-image-3157201" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->