Dakotas Soph ID Camp: Fresh Watchlist

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The countdown to the <strong>Dakotas Sophomore ID Camp</strong> is on as some of the region's top young talent gets ready to hit the floor at <strong>Impact Sports Center in Sioux Falls</strong>. With an intriguing mix of athletes, shooters, playmakers, skilled guards and rising prospects expected to be in the building, there will be plenty to watch throughout the day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this edition of <strong>Dakotas Sophomore ID Camp: Fresh Watchlist</strong>, we're taking a closer look at another group of sophomores who have caught our attention. These are players bringing different skill sets and styles to the floor, but all have something that makes them worth keeping an eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The sophomore class is loaded with intriguing talent across the Dakotas, and this showcase will provide another opportunity to see some of those names compete in the same building. <strong>PHD and <a href="https://x.com/DaksHoops" data-type="link" data-id="https://x.com/DaksHoops">@DaksHoops</a> are looking forward to taking it all in and seeing which players make the biggest impressions.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3736246,"width":"263px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"1.010566762728146","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/image_03efe8.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/image_03efe8.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3736246" style="aspect-ratio:1.010566762728146;width:263px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3736247,"width":"264px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/image_81ddd2.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/image_81ddd2.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3736247" style="width:264px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Dakotas Sophomore ID Camp: Fresh Watchlist</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2441668"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b708"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Very aggressive, strong for a soph, best part of his game is getting to the rim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Plays downhill, not afraid of contact, coachable, loves hoops, improved shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>How does he shoot the 3-ball on Saturday?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2381661"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b792"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-PHD has never watched him play, but is ranked #12 in Iowa, so he must be legit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Known as a skilled and talented player, smart baller, serious shooter &amp; slasher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>How does he stack up against the top 20 players from the Dakotas?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2713003"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b7ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-This Blue Dragon looked good on film in is frosh season, legit talent on O</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-More than capable 3point shooter, clever ball player, good vision &amp; skilled passer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has he added much muscle/weight in the off-season?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2535662"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b846"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Very nice player for the Cyclones, shoots the ball very well, extremely coachable</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Would start on most A/B teams in SD, could see some varsity time on the stacked Cyclones</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Does he perform like a top player at the event? Look ready for varsity action?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2854553"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b896"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-A solid baller with versatility and athleticism, Grant defends &amp; rebounds well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Known as a team player, has a strong offensive game and like to share the ball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Does he look for his own shot and is he knocking them down?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2954675"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b8ea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Grew 4" since last fall, caught my eye with his speed in the past showcase </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Opportunistic in transition, flies up the court, finishes well in up-tempo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>How does his jump-shot look, is he banging home J's?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2524107"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b93e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Nice length, has lead guard material. moves well, scores in a variety of ways</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Had a very nice club season with NLBA, interested to see how assertive he is </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Does he play under control, value the basketball, and set up others?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3669686"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b990"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Had a great summer, on track to be a serious varsity player, upgraded confidence</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved strength &amp; athleticism, shoots well, drives, plays D &amp; rebounds well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nice length for a soph, does he use that to score over smaller defenders?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2863432"],"_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-6a91ae9a7b9df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-An undersized guard, but Lorenz can shoot the rock with the best of them</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Super skilled and creative with the rock, deep range shooter, quick &amp; shifty</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Does he take care of the ball vs. athletic defenders, can he keep slasher out of the paint?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2952566"],"_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-6a91ae9a7ba2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Played up in club hoops with a 16U team (Pack Blue)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Improved over summer months, scrappy ball player, capable shooter&amp; slasher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Is he playing with aggression and looking for his shot?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2865112"],"_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-6a91ae9a7ba7a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Noteworthy length, played at the frosh Expo last fall &amp; did some nice things</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Runs the floor well &amp; was a capable finisher last year, disruptive on defense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>How has his game expanded and evolved in the past year?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3536510"],"_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-6a91ae9a7bac6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-A southpaw who is long &amp; lanky, a serious athlete, moves &amp; shares the ball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Ran with SSA Black in club hoops, won many games &amp; showed real potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Have not seen him shoot much from the perimeter, is he an outside threat?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2453441"],"_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-6a91ae9a7bb23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-PHD is a fan of Scott's game, he should be one of the quicker/faster athletes</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Two-way player, slasher/shooter/creator, hard to keep him in front</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Does he look ready to be a playmaker in the EDC?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3736368,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/image_ae2696.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/image_ae2696.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3736368" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->