SD 2022 Rankings Update: Stock Risers

The 2022 class got a boost of newly developed players. They’re plenty of rising names that most might not know of.  Here’s a look at some of the biggest stock risers the class has to offer. <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Stock Risers</strong></span> [player_tooltip player_id="99732" first="Jayda" last="McNabb"], 5’10 Wing, Rapid City Stevens, South Dakota Attack 17U McNabb stock rose following the conclusion of the state championship, where she lead her team to the final game. She continued to improve throughout the summer. The super athletic combo guard can knife through the lane, absorb contact and finish, She’s a strong attacking player, especially going downhill &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="99736" first="Kennadi" last="Buchholz"], 6’0 Post, De Smet, Pentagon Schoolers-Johnson 17U De Smet has another star player on there hands. They are always in contention in Class B and with the vast improvements Buchholz has made, you can pencil them again. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="99729" first="Kylah" last="VanDonkersgoed"], 6’2 Post, Sioux Falls Christian, Pentagon Schoolers-Brown 17U In the summer of 2022 Wayne State will welcome Vandonkersgoed, rightfully so. But she wants to leave a mark in Class A. She will be thrusted in the star role at SFC. A role she didn’t have before but I’m sure she will take on the challenge full steam ahead. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="14254" first="Ainsley" last="Shelsta"], 6’5 Post, Brookings, SD Network Basketball BlueStar 17U-Sean There are not too many 6’5 walking around in the state of South Dakota, so Shelsta stands out. Her game stood out during the 20’-21’ season and continued to improve throughout the summer. Look for Shelsta to build on her All-Conference awards a season ago and  make a push for the post season this season. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="99757" first="Tabor" last="Teel"], 5’10 Wing, Tri-Valley, Pentagon Schoolers-Johnson 17U Teel is a really solid ace and go-to player. She pulls double and triple duties on the court. She’ll serve as the point guard getting her team into their offense. She’ll be the primary player in an offense. She’ll then switch roles and become the number one defensive stopper for her squad. Jack of all trades. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="236309" first="Maria" last="Baker"], 5’11 Mt. Vernon, South Dakota Attack 17U Baker adds another punch for MVP. A bigger wing player who can shoot the three and aggressively attacks the lane. Baker will insure MVP will be a major factor in Class A. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="99735" first="Sidney" last="Thue"],, 6’0 Brandon Valley, Pentagon Schoolers-Johnson 17U Size and skill are a new thing for six-footers. Thue will bring that extra size and rebounding to Brandon Valley that most teams don’t have. She can seal in the post well and get to her baby jump hook. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="150860" first="Maria" last="Parsley"], 5’8 Flandreau, Sacred Hoops-Beebout 17U An overtime lost in the sweet sixteen kept Parsley and her Flandreau team out of the state tournament. This go-around she is primed to help them get over the hump. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="150836" first="Mairin" last="Duffy"], 5’10, St. Thomas More, SD Network BlueStar 17U-Sean Duffy comes from basketball and its shows. A high basketball IQ goes a long way. Duffy knows the game inside and out. This helped her transition her game to new heights and some untapped potential. &nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id="99772" first="Nora" last="Kastning"], Elk-Point Jefferson, United Sports Academy Kastning just committed to Briar Cliff University. The hard working, hard nose and do everything type of player will fit well in “The Cliff!” She will out work anyone in her way. Just go back to when EPJ upset Vermillion during the regions first round playoff game. She’s part of a hard working group.