December Impressive Performers

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all the players, coaches, families, and fans who make high school basketball across the Dakotas so special. As the calendar turns and the season reaches the holiday break, it is a perfect time to pause and reflect on what has already been an exciting stretch of hoops. In this edition of <strong>December Impressive Performers</strong>, Prep Hoops Dakotas looks back at the 12th month of the year and highlights some of the players who made exciting noise. From stat stuffers to impact performers and rising standouts, these ballers separated themselves with strong play, consistency, and winning impact. The early season set the tone, and December gave us plenty of performances worth recognizing as the season heads into the heart of winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1949217,"width":"242px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"1.601928246963938","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/ImpressivePlayers.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/ImpressivePlayers.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1949217" style="aspect-ratio:1.601928246963938;width:242px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2563318"],"_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-694d8b5b11582"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Big impact scoring. has helped the Redhawks to a perfect 4-0 record</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Shoots it hot from 3, can also drive, pull-up for middys, and get to the rack</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Gets defended tightly, opens up space for others to do work, finds the open man when doubled</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1510914"],"_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-694d8b5b11624"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Scoring at a high clip, getting teammates involved offensively&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Taking care of the basketball as a point guard&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Playing well defensively against opponents top scorers</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Providing leadership on and off the floor for our team</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2617642"],"_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-694d8b5b1168a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-An early standout for the Polar Bears</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Healthy and finally using his athleticism</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Getting to the hoop off fast breaks &amp; finishing well at the rim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scored 12 &amp; 17 points in the first two games</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Shooting it well from 3 in two games, 4/9 from the arc</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3269988"],"_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-694d8b5b1175f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-New name for Prep Hoops and I have heard Hanson is playing well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The Bison BIG is dominant around the rim with his rebounding and scoring abilities</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132816"],"_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-694cd9672742e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-27 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 2.0 apg, 3.8 spg, DOG on the court</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Plays high speed on every possession, wants to make an impact every time he touches the rock</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tough on ball D, gifted offensively, loads of success scoring the basketball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-His impact outside of scoring is what has proven he is making a big leap from his soph season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1657448"],"_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-694d8b5b117e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-&nbsp;Scoring at a high clip while shooting a high percentage&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Rebounding on both ends of the floor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Guarding at a high level&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Made winning plays in two quality wins in Gillette, WY</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2238341"],"_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-694d8b5b1184e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Looking like a DUDE!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Prolific scorer for the 4-0 Redhawks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has taken over in close games &amp; has closed out contests with either a 3 or a score at the rim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-His aggressiveness makes other teams respect him and then Carlson finds the open teammate</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1634581"],"_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-694d8b5b118b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Nice start to the season for the 3-1 Titans, crafty/skilled</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-15.3 ppg, 6.7 rpg, battles around the basket</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Attacking the rim well, excellent footwork for being an undersized forward down in the paint</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2635169"],"_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-694d8b5b11927"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-A double-figure scorer, playing great defense for the Wolves</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Brings an inside presence, hard to double him because of his passing</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Sees the floor super well, has great feet around the basket</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Leader, super coachable, wears a ton of hats within the program, hard worker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2635185"],"_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-694d8b5b1199a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Doing a great job on defense and is scoring in double-digits</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-His ability to play outside as well as post up smaller guards makes him a matchup problem for most teams</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-His driving &amp; aggressiveness getting downhill puts pressure on the D</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Important leader for the Wolves, puts in the time, great teammate</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2297365"],"_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-694d8b5b11a08"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-3-1 record, Thorpe and the Titans are a top-tier B team </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Averaging some nice number to start the year, 16.7 ppg, 4.7 apg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He gets the Titan offense going and capitalizes in transition</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1548636"],"_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-694d8b5b11a7a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-3-1 record, solid role player for a competitive Class B squad</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-&nbsp;10.3 ppg, 3.7 rpg, adds a nice scoring punch</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Attacked the rim well with 15 points vs. Aberdeen Christian</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1467166' first='Blake' last='Ellwein'](2026) |6'10 F| &amp; [player_tooltip player_id='2348517' first='Davis' last='Chase'] (2027) |6'8 F| &amp; [player_tooltip player_id='2427892' first='Carter' last='Porisch'] (2029) |6'5 F| Huron</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-This three headed monster is leading the Tigers in in points scored, assists, and rebounds</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Matchup problem for teams and they have been able to guard inside or outside for the Tigers</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-<strong>Blake </strong>is averaging 19.8 ppg, 7.5 rpg, 5 apg, <strong>Davis</strong> 12.6 ppg, 5 rpg, 2 apg, <strong>Carter</strong> 10 ppg, 6.5 rpg, 4.5 apg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2950876,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/NDSD.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/NDSD.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-2950876" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true,"start":1} --> <ol start="1" class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true,"start":1} --> <ol start="1" class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true,"start":1} --> <ol start="1" class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list -->