Top 10 Talk: ND 2030 Ranks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The North Dakota Class of 2030 Rankings officially dropped on Monday, and we're excited to start getting these young hoopers on the radar of basketball fans across the Dakotas! This is a talented group with a lot of room to grow, and we're looking forward to following their development as they continue to build their games and make a name for themselves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this edition of <strong>Top 10 Talk</strong>, <a href="https://x.com/DaksHoops" data-type="link" data-id="https://x.com/DaksHoops">@DaksHoops</a> is breaking down the top 10 players in our ND 2030 Rankings. We'll share what we like about each baller's game, highlight the skills that caught our attention, and explain what makes these prospects worth watching as they continue their basketball journeys.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The rankings are out, and now it's time to get to know the names at the top! Let's dive into <strong>Top 10 Talk: ND 2030 Ranks</strong> and talk hoops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"30px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">2030 Top 10</span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3672450"],"_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-6ad84315446c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Great length for a youngster and has all the skills to be a major impact player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He has the size &amp; skills, but his work ethic &amp; drive are what I really like about his potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Flush w/ versatility/playmaking, bucket-getter &amp; ball-hawk, will make a difference on varsity this season</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2417332"],"_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-6ad843154472b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-This youngster has expansive length and it looks like he could end up being 6'10+</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Changes the game around the hoop, runs &amp; handles the ball well for his height &amp; age</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-You can't teach height and Moench has it!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2856767"],"_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-6ad843154477b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Talented &amp; skilled with varsity experience despite only being a 9th grader</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-A sharpshooter from 3-point land, puts up points from all levels</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Sharp handles &amp; passing, great feel for the game, high hoops IQ</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3704525"],"_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-6ad84315447c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-At 6'6", Olson handles the ball extremely well, gets to the rim with ease &amp; DUNKs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Sawyer is also a talented shooter, no problem shooting/scoring over defenders</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has a great understanding of the game on both ends of the floor, very high ceiling</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2859852"],"_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-6ad8431544811"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-One of the elite athletes in this class, great mobility &amp; agility</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Impressive length, runs &amp; jumps well, great playmaking potential</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Multi-sport athlete, has high upside in T&amp;F and football as a college prospect</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2413083"],"_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-6ad8431544859"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-The young Viking is athletic, physical, and is excellent at getting to the rim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Eisenschenk is very strong for his age, thrives at getting downhill &amp; to the hoop</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Scores through contact &amp; a very good 3-point shooter, he is always in the gym working</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2417330"],"_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-6ad84315448c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-One of the top ballers at the Soph ID Camp in Sioux Falls in late August</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Has intriguing length/size and versatility to play out &amp; in</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Productive rebounder, tough on the O-glass, run well, good feet, quality J-shot, 3level scorer </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2856844"],"_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-6ad843154490f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-One of the elite offensive players in this class, puts up points in a hurry</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Hoops w/ confidence, has a quick trigger &amp; extended shooting range</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Aggressive going downhill &amp; attacks close-outs, outstanding moves &amp; handles, great slasher</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3416047"],"_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-6ad8431544954"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-PHD is a big fan of his game, had a highly successful showing at the Soph ID camp</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-I like his size/physicality/strength as a frosh lead guard, does it all on the court</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-He should be a starter &amp; main player for the Broncs this winter, Blaze has a radiant future</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2638825"],"_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-6ad843154499a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">-Quality size with an intriguing basketball build</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-Works hard on his game &amp; puts in the time, confident &amp; driven baller</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>-PHD will not be surprised if he earns varsity burn this winter in the EDC</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3651305,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/northdakotapic.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/northdakotapic.jpeg?w=865" alt="" class="wp-image-3651305" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->