Summer Film Session

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The club and AAU season is officially in the books, which means it's time to break down the tape. Prep Hoops Dakotas is diving into the film, taking notes, and getting a closer look at the game from across the Dakotas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, <span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>we're highlighting 7 hoopers from both North Dakota and South Dakota</strong></span> who made the most of their summer on the court. From standout performances at major tournaments to quiet improvements that might have flown under the radar, we're rewinding the film to highlight the ballers who earned a closer look this offseason. Some names will be familiar, while others may be new to the conversation, but all of them made their mark. Grab some popcorn, because it's time to break down the summer film session.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Summer Film Session</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2443452"],"_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-6a6a25d1ec659"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Fluid looking jump-shot off the dribble, looks good going left</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-No doubt and big, strong, athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Downhill slasher, uses leverage well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Innovative finisher, can score with power or finesse</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Legit shooting threat from 3-point land</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Impressive change of speeds to keep D off balance</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Finishes with both right &amp; left</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a quality floater game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/caelenchristion/status/2081937535916278093","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/caelenchristion/status/2081937535916278093 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2115443"],"_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-6a6a25d1ec6c0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Quick feet, twitchy, dangerous slasher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Fast, speedy, mobile, covers a large amount of ground</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Looks to have some shake &amp; handles, creates space</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Capable from 3, will cash from behind the arc</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Pushes the pace, drops/dishes dimes in transition</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Aggressive driver/slasher, puts pressure on the D</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quality body control, finishes with a soft touch</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Moves the ball, good vision, makes all the passes, great at throwing oops</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Thompson1Cr/status/2082129400372322632","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Thompson1Cr/status/2082129400372322632 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2442367"],"_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-6a6a25d1ec701"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Noteworthy length, finishes w/ both hands impressively </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Looks good in the PNR game, uses his body well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scores from multiple levels, range stretches to 3pt arc</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hands look good, crafty &amp; creative finisher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Makes smart reads, cuts, and slips to the hoop</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressive passer for a young BIG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Long arms/lanky, looks like he could keep adding inches</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Looks to have a nice feel for the game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CohenSoukup/status/2080489910117499062","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CohenSoukup/status/2080489910117499062 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2489407"],"_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-6a6a25d1ec732"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-High skill level, impressive double-moves</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Quick trigger, deadeye shooter, pulls up on a dime</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Deadly 1st step, beats primary &amp; help defenders on way to the rack</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good feet, proper mechanics, sweet stroke</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A TRUE three-level scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Sharp reactions, thief on defense, opportunistic in transition</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Killer middy, step-back, and fall-away jump-shot</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Smooth with the rock, 5 tool ball player, can do it all</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Cole_Martin2029/status/2076814269094494628","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Cole_Martin2029/status/2076814269094494628 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2445795"],"_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-6a6a25d1ec756"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Has deep extended 3 range, cashes in from deep depths</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Effortless shooter, lets it fly with ease, every shot looks like its going in</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-In-rhythm sniper, spots up nicely, timely, spaces, reads &amp; reacts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Middy game has some potential, not just a catch &amp; shoot player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Does the work before he gets the ball, no wasted movement</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hoops with a calm and cool demeanor </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Passes the eye test as a shooter on film &amp; in-person</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Lanky/rangy 6'1", could keep adding inches, demands attention on the wing</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/gavin_glov63820/status/2081531383143399776","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/gavin_glov63820/status/2081531383143399776 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2442378"],"_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-6a6a25d1ec78c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Take a look at this kids length!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Southpaw with long arms</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Dunks, alley-oop finishes, boards up &amp; blocks shots</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Tough matchup with his length &amp; his shooting range extends to the 3pt arc</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good hands &amp; feet, seals, keeps the ball high &amp; away from the D, smart</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Buttery touch around the rim, advanced moves for a '29</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Left-hander, but he can finish with his R-hand, versatile/skilled for a youngster</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Noteworthy timing for rebounds &amp; rim protecting, knows how to use his length</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/John_44_Nolan/status/2078625889965768766","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/John_44_Nolan/status/2078625889965768766 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2447406"],"_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-6a6a25d1ec7c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hits 3's, slashes to the cup for score, nails middy J's, multi-level scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has extended deep shooting range, hit from beyond college depth</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Equally effective shooting the 3-ball off the dribble &amp; via the pull-up</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a clean shooting stroke, doesn't think twice from deep</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Active w/o the ball, spaces &amp; spots up, also cuts &amp; slashes for good looks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Not shy to pull the trigger, shoots with total confidence &amp; conviction</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-I like his size/length for a '29 wing</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/zymessmer2029/status/2076394510968373281","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/zymessmer2029/status/2076394510968373281 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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 -->