Class A SoDak 16: Players To Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The postseason is heating up in South Dakota as the field has been trimmed to <strong>16 teams</strong> and the <strong>Class A SoDak 16</strong> tips off Tuesday evening. With a trip to the State Tournament on the line, the intensity will be high as teams battle in win-or-go-home matchups across the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When the stakes rise, the players who can deliver in big moments become even more valuable. The SoDak 16 stage is where playmakers shine, scorers heat up, and difference-makers step forward to help their teams chase a spot at the State Tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, we highlight some <strong>Players to Watch</strong> heading into the <strong>Class A SoDak 16</strong>. These are the ballers who have produced all season long and could make a major impact when the lights are brightest on Tuesday night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take a look below at the names to keep an eye on. <strong>Happy hunting and best swishes!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">SoDak 16 Matchups</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#1 West Central vs. #16 Webster Area (7:00 Madison High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#2 Sioux Falls Christian vs. #15 Wagner (5:30 Madison High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#3 Clark-Willow Lake vs. #14 McCook Central-Montrose (8:00 Watertown Arena)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#4 Hamlin vs. #13 Rapid City Christian (7:00 Chamberlain High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#5 Groton Area vs. Pine Ridge (5:30 Chamberlain High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#6 Stanley County vs. #11 Flandreau (7:30 Miller High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#7 Lennox vs. #10 St. Thomas More (7:00 Winner High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">#8 Maȟpíya&nbsp;Lúta&nbsp;vs. #9 Cheyenne-Eagle Bute (7:00 Sturgis Brown High School)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3178806,"width":"310px","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/ClassABasketball.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/ClassABasketball.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-3178806" style="width:310px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Players To Watch</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2078157"],"_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-69b01d842157f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Lanky, looks longer than 6'0", +wingspan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Lethal from 3, deep range, can't be left alone</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good handles, scores in the half-court &amp; transition, gets to the cup</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132810"],"_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-69b01d8421623"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Nice size/build, plays with a purpose, scores the rock</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-The top Fighting Cougar offensive threat</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He can stuff the stat sheet, sweet stroke from 3, perfect follow-through</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2128940"],"_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-69b01d842169c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-A top talent in SD, appears to be a D1 mid-major recruit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has the size and skill to do whatever he wants on court and do it well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Mismatch nightmare, explosive finisher/dunker, 3-level bucket</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1842419"],"_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-69b01d8421711"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-11.1 ppg, 3.1 rpg, 2.2 apg, 1.9 spg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Crafty/clever/skilled/smart</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Excellent middy pull-up game, fluid stroke, effective from 3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69af2d5225564"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2076018"],"_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-69af306354d8c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-The best PG in South Dakota</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Known for his offense but scrappy &amp; tough on defense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Ball-dominant, elite passer, sniper, quick, great feet, sniper</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2250411"],"_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-69b01d84217c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Big time scorer &amp; bucket-getter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Clean stroke, deadly from all-around the arc, fills it up</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hits shots off the catch &amp; pull-up, creative inside the arc</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1545637"],"_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-69b01d842183c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-The engine that runs the successful Chargers</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-All-around dude, great defender &amp; playmaker on both ends</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scores plenty but sets the table and makes the team better</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132820"],"_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-69b01d84218be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Serious offensive threat, sharp skills &amp; feel for the game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Fills up the stat sheet to points, rebounds, assists, and steals</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Noteworthy handles, substantial shake when slashing, great vision, crafty finisher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2475034"],"_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-69b01d8421939"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-1 of the elite athletes in '28 Class, mobility/explosiveness will catch your eye</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He cashes triples, makes impressive plays in transition, dynamite dunker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Defends entire court, strong finisher, rebounds well, exceptional in up-tempo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1855029"],"_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-69b01d8421993"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Smooth/fluid shooter, clean stroke, adept from 3pt land</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Fearless, takes a ton of charges, top-notch passer, racks up the assists</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-This kid is a gym rat, no question why his skills &amp; handles are ridiculous </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1380721"],"_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-69b01d8421a03"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Long and versatile, he brings a diverse game to the table</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Effective on D, his length causes problems, boards well, well-rounded</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Can go off for high 20 points and stuff the stat sheet, matchup problem</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1384718"],"_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-69af330611656"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-32.6 ppg, 6.3 rpg, 5.5 apg, 4.9 spg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-His name is all over the record books, will go down as one of the greats in SD</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Can you name a more skilled player?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2365532"],"_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-69af3306116ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Scored 18 points in the SoDak 16 Qualifier</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strong, well-put-together, physical, contact is not a problem</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Plays bigger than his height, multi-level scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2387867"],"_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-69b01d8421aeb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-I like everything about his game, very impressed with him earlier in the season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Long/athletic/aggressive/shot-maker/skilled/three-level scorer/playmaker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Gamer, you want the ball in his hands late, innovative &amp; creative</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1655914"],"_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-69af306354de8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-An elite talent in SD regardless of Class</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-You name it and Sully does it, an all-encompassing offensive threat</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Polished skills, winner, shooter, court vision like a PG, has a complete game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1641568"],"_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-69af3306117b6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Makes the highlight plays but not afraid to do the dirty work</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tough as a west river cowboy, deadeye shooter from deep, explosive finisher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He can lock up on D &amp; drop dimes on the other end, fierce competitor, makes winning plays</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1399487,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/SD-1.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/03/SD-1.jpg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-1399487" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->