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<p>PHD recently updated the 2029 Rankings, and the depth of young talent across North Dakota continues to stand out as we move deeper into the spring and toward the summer evaluation period. Over the past several months, more and more prospects have taken noticeable jumps in their development through strong performances on the club circuit, varsity experience, and success competing against older talent. Just as important, many of these young hoopers are putting in the extra work behind the scenes, and it's showing in their growth on the court.</p>
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<p>In this edition of “10 More Stock Risers,” we spotlight another group of 2029 prospects who continue to trend in the right direction. Whether it's improved skill development, increased confidence, physical growth, toughness, production, or overall feel for the game, these players are proving they deserve attention as rising names in North Dakota basketball.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2413186' first='Drew' last='Glasser'] |5'10 G| Dickinson</strong></p>
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<p>-His game keeps getting better and better, his athleticism & height will also keep upgrading, having a nice spring in club ball, shoots & passes well</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2806968' first='Payton' last='Anderson'] |5'10 G| Horace</strong></p>
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<p>-Made top SSA Black team, stands out as a talented shooter, heats up in a hurry from deep, moves well, as he adds physicality his game could flourish</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2399865' first='Ty' last='Earsley'] |6'0 SF| Wilton-Wing</strong></p>
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<p>-Will start next year as a seasoned varsity player, good feel for the game, natural w/ the rock, a very capable defender, works his tail off, does little things</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3441753' first='Kysen' last='Uehran'] |6'2 PF| MPB</strong></p>
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<p>-Physical player, defends well in the post & is a productive rebounder, accurate shooter, protects the rim, will step into a big role next season</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3130281' first='Aiden' last='Ferguson'] |6'2 F| Garrison</strong></p>
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<p>-Super athletic, a better slasher, but has also shot well at times on varsity, looks like he will keep adding inches, potential to be a lockdown defender</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3360706' first='Carson' last='Stauffenecker'] |6'0 G| Cavalier</strong></p>
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<p>-Up & coming guard to watch for the Tornadoes, physical/strong, clever & smart, scores well at the basket, fierce & energetic, noteworthy ball skills</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2916480' first='Damon' last='Mauch'] |5'10 G| Hankinson</strong></p>
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<p>-Smart/high IQ, sees floor well, skilled, but they will only sharpen, a tough farm kid, he will step into the lead guard role for the Pirates next season</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3441098' first='Bently' last='Kannianen'] |6'2 G| Lewis & Clark</strong></p>
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<p>-Played quality varsity mins this year, long arms, big scoring ability, adept from 3-point land, sweet-looking stroke, smooth release, extended range</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3228971' first='Alex' last='Meidinger'] |6'2 SF| Oak Grove</strong></p>
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<p>-He sticks out with his physical ability & athleticism, finishes above the rim, plays well in transition, boards up, protects the paint/rim, strong slasher</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2965150' first='Dominic' last='Dukart'] |5'10 G| Killdeer</strong></p>
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<p>-He will be a leader & floor general for the Cowboys next season, stepping up this spring, looks to have a bright future, good feel, serious slasher</p>
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PHD recently updated the 2029 Rankings, and the depth of young talent across North Dakota continues to stand out as we move deeper into the spring and toward the summer evaluation period. Over the past several months, more and more prospects have taken noticeable jumps in their development through strong performances on the club circuit, varsity experience, and success competing against older talent. Just as important, many of these young hoopers are putting in the extra work behind the scenes, and it's showing in their growth on the court.
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