The Expo: Dakotas Talent Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With <strong>The Expo</strong> just around the corner, Prep Hoops Dakotas (PHD) is taking a closer look at some of the talented players set to take the floor. We're excited to see this group compete and get a chance to showcase their games. Below, we highlight some of the players to keep an eye on and what stands out about each of their games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On <strong>October 3rd</strong>, <strong>The Expo</strong> will take over the <strong>Impact Sports Center in Sioux Falls</strong> from <strong>11:00 AM to 3:00 PM</strong>, bringing together prospects from across the Dakotas and surrounding region. With players looking to compete, improve, and make an impression heading into the season, there should be plenty of talent on display.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>The Expo is almost here, and these are some of the players we'll have our eyes on.</strong> <span style="text-decoration: underline">We have 5 ballers from North Dakota and 5 from South Dakota!</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/2372/register/the-expo-dakotas">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</a>, there is plenty of time to still get involved.......</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Use Code:&nbsp;<strong>MICHAEL26PH25OFF</strong>&nbsp;for a discount on admission</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Why players should attend</span>:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Competition:</strong>&nbsp;Go head-to-head with the talent in your class with players from MN, ND, and SD.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Unmatched Coverage:</strong>&nbsp;Prep Hoops scouts will be in the gym, evaluating, highlighting standouts, and providing media exposure. With more than 400 college programs subscribing to Prep Hoops, your performance has the chance to be seen by recruiters across the country.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Recruiting Opportunities:</strong>&nbsp;Over the past four years, Prep Hoops events have attracted hundreds of college coaches, and every game is streamed live on BallerTV for added visibility.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>High-Energy Atmosphere:</strong>&nbsp;The Expo is competitive and fun. With a top-tier venue and an electric environment, it's the perfect stage to showcase your skills.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item {"fontSize":"small"} --> <li class="has-small-font-size"><strong>Make Your Mark:</strong>&nbsp;For Prep Hoops Dakotas, this is the chance to watch you live. For players, it's the chance to leave a lasting impression and stand out from the crowd.&nbsp;Have a good showing at the Expo and leave your mark on PHD!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3780614,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/image_adc7ec.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/image_adc7ec.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3780614" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"25px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:25px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Dakotas Talent Watch</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2545290"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9957ddb891"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-PHD is excited to see this kids length, is he a top-tier BIG at the event?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Productive arounds the basket/in the paint, efficient finisher/scorer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Rebounds well on both ends, protects the rim &amp; paint. Does he dominant on the block?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2616665"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9e9036b68b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-I liked what I saw from this Coyote this past fall at The Expo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has some noteworthy versatility to his game, makes positive plays inside &amp; out</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Excited to see if he looks much bigger than last year, does he look ready to compete in the tough WDS?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2853770"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab97d336713b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Caught my eye this spring in club ball, has some potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Strenge is certainly talented and he can shoot the rock</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Cody is very unselfish with the rock, good with the ball in his hands</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2368004"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9957ddb90e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-One of the top-ranked prospects at the event, expect him to put on a show</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Southpaw sniper but also moves well, smooth release, deadly step-back move</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Will not be surprised if he is the top shooter at the event, has never-ending range</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3591864"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab97d3367180"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressive length as a guard/wing, has a good feel for the game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Multi-level scorer, can stroke the 3-ball &amp; get buckets in the paint, matchup problem</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Caught my eye in Sioux Falls this spring, looking forward to seeing him hoop again</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2399736"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9e9036b6e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Looks at that length! Interested to see if I have him under-ranked; we will find out quickly</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-It sounds like he had a solid club season of basketball, expectations are high for HS ball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Good defender who is full of versatility, his game continues to grow, intriguing</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2854617"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab993ff0dc8c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Always seems to be working on his game, excited to see him Saturday, he can get red hot shooting the rock</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Loves the game of basketball, has put in a ton of time over the years</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Is waiting for his chance on varsity, does Kuiper look ready for a role on Bill Vincent's squad?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2412425"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9e9036b720"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A capable scorer who will take what the defense gives him, makes plays as a combo-guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He sees the floor well and makes positive plays in transition, excited to see him drop dimes</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-His high school squad will be outstanding, does Poitra look ready to be a major player?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2976865"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9e9036b73e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Watched him last fall at this event and he did some good things, admirable length!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A strong western ND kid who will bring toughness &amp; physicality </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Interested to see how he moves his feet and how hot his motor runs, does he stay strictly inside?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2400059"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9e9036b75b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Watched him last spring, interested to see if he has grown or added any muscle</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Does a bit of everything on the offensive end, is versatile on the defensive side as well</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-An active and aggressive rebounder, has a nose for the ball, it will be fun to see him battle on the glass</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /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 -->