Dakotas Frosh Showcase: Watchlist

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>The Prep Hoops DAKOTAS FRESHMAN SHOWCASE is going down this weekend in Sioux Falls, SD.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This fun event will take place at Avera Sports Center on August, 31st from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It looks like we will have ballers from MN, ND, and SD in attendance. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontStyle":"normal","fontWeight":"100","fontSize":"22px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:22px;font-style:normal;font-weight:100">In this article, we focus our attention on <strong>10 players</strong> from North Dakota.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PHD is expecting a fun &amp; entertaining day of basketball!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size">Who are a few players to watch and keep eyes on at the Showcase? We have suggestions on a handful of ballers from ND.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2542764,"width":"299px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/image_a58afd.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/image_a58afd.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2542764" style="width:299px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2542765,"width":"299px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/image_55f733.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/image_55f733.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2542765" style="width:299px;height:auto" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2417308' first='Andrew' last='Zimmer'] (2028) |5'9 G| Central Cass</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Squirrels have to be enticed with this kid's talent. Zimmer is a prototype PG, leader, and floor general. Andrew values and takes care of the ball. He is a great facilitator and Zimmer makes his teammates better. Andrew is also a terrific defender. It will be fun to see what Zimmer can do on Saturday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2417313' first='Blake' last='Bergstrom'] (2028) |5'8 G| Ray</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Has serious varsity experience and performed very well as an 8th grader on varsity. The young stud averaged 15 ppg and 5 apg for the Jays. Bergstrom hits from long range, scores inside the arc with pull-ups &amp; floaters. He finishes in a variety of ways at the hoop. This kid is crafty and creative. Expect Blake to be one of the best ballers at the event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2543460' first='Braxton' last='Deutsch'] (2028) |5'10 G| Sheyenne</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He is a combo-guard to keep eyes on. Deutsch is a cerebral ball player with a sharp IQ and is a good decision-maker. Braxton has sharp ball skills. PHD is expecting big things from the young Mustang. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2276696' first='Brooks' last='Crockett'] (2028) |6'0 G| Northern Cass</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Jaguar coaching staff has high hopes for Mr. Crockett. He knows how to impose his strength on the opponent. Brooks is a versatile baller, he can thrive playing multiple positions on the floor. He is an improved shooter and a gym rat! Brooks should have a quality showing at the event. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2411903' first='Carter' last='Knott'] (2028) |5'9 SF| Horace</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Hawks coaching staff should be intrigued with Mr. Knott. He is a two-way baller who gets the job done on both ends. Carter plays sticky defense and has no trouble slowing down the opposition. Knott is a three-level scorer with a good understanding of the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2372855' first='Isaak' last='Mohamed'] (2028) |5'10 G| Horace</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Hawks are excited about this young &amp; talented baller. Isaak has really put the work in over the last year. Mohamed is an improved shooter with an impressive bag of offensive tricks and moves. Isaak is certainly a player to watch on Saturday and PHD expects him to perform well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2542801' first='Jaden' last='Brandenburg'] (2028) |5'10 G| Edgeley-Kulm-Montpelier</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid is a deadly shooter, Jaden can light it up in the catch-n-shoot game. Expect this Rebel to shoot the ball well at the event. Brandenburg is a good athlete with solid handles. He has potential on defense but should really stick out in Sioux Falls as a shooter from the perimeter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2412094' first='Kole' last='Buhr'] (2028) |5'10 G| Central Cass</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This young baller has an impressive basketball lineage and he appears to be a promising prospect. Kole can light the nets on fire, he is a major shooting threat with extended range. Buhr moves well without the ball and has a good feel for the game. He should keep growing and lengthen out. Coach Norman has to be excited about Buhr's potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1975416' first='Khaliq' last='Austin'] (2028) |6'3 G| Bismarck</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A long, skilled, and athletic lead guard. He played up in club basketball all summer. It will be fun to see how he does playing against ballers his own age. Austin is easily one of the top players in the 2028 class. He has a bright future, will score a ton of points on Saturday, will impress you with his skill, and will stand out as a playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2417299' first='Scott' last='Schulz'] (2028) |5'10 G| Horace</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>WHY?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid is a talented PG. Schulz lives in the gym and is always working on his game. Scott is ultra-skilled! His passing and handles are sure to impress you. Schulz is a fearless attacker who makes a positive impact on the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2542768,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/image_b44dc6.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/image_b44dc6.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2542768" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->