Who are the TOP 10 Sophomores in Wisconsin?
Who are the Top 10 Sophomores in Wisconsin? There is incredible talent in the class of 2024. A range of heights, positions, skills, and college offers- the conversations are endless. We watched these athletes thrive during their freshman seasons- each…
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There is incredible talent in the class of 2024. A range of heights, positions, skills, and college offers- the conversations are endless. We watched these athletes thrive during their freshman seasons- each one of them labeled as “Watch- List” players- and now here they are leading the pack at the top of the list on Prep Girls Hoops Class of 2024 rankings.
As we’ve mentioned before, rankings are always difficult as each time we release the rankings there is a period where we receive numerous comments and questions. Most of the time it’s trying to figure out how a prospect is ranked “too low” in someone’s eyes, how we “missed” on someone, or why another prospect is ranked higher. Each concern is just as important as the next, however, I would hate for the shine to go away from the athletes who EARNED a spot on the list. We are here to talk about them and the hard work they each put in to be recognized on our platform.
Simply put if you have concerns- please check out Mason Asher’s in-depth process of how we run rankings here at Prep Girls Hoops.
Now back to the bread and butter, RANKINGS! Let’s introduce the Top 10!
1. Ally Ziebell | 6’0 | W | Neenah | Wisconsin Flight Elite
Twitter. | 2021 Spring Mixtape.
Ziebell is a bucket. Each time a Coach asks “How good is Ziebell?”, the answer never strays, she’s “undeniable Coach”. A three-level scorer with length has an impressive feel for the game. She knocks it down far from behind the arc- her confidence makes her one of those players that will be lights out if an opponent takes her lightly. Still growing into her own, Ziebell has so much upside to her game. She checked all of the boxes during her freshman season and has greatly improved her ability to handle and create with the ball this summer.
Ziebell led her high school team to a 15-7 record during her freshman season. averaged 20 points, 6 rebounds per game last season for the Neenah Rockets. She shot 37 for 89 from the 3-point line. She earned First Team FVA All-Conference and First Team All-State.
She currently holds offers from Green Bay, Illinois State, Marquette, Montana State, Milwaukee, Minnesota, Oklahoma, St. Thomas, Texas Tech, Toledo, Xavier & Wisconsin.
2. Teagan Mallegni Teagan Mallegni 6'1" | SF McFarland | 2024 State WI | 5’11 SF | McFarland | Wisconsin Lakers
Twitter. | 2021 Summer Highlight film.
Mallegni is a super skilled athlete who is simply just scratching the surface of how elite she will be. There is not another prospect that utilizes their length better than Mallegni does. She has proven to be EXTREMELY difficult to defend- her pull-up game (mid-range and beyond) is so tough and advanced. Mallegni turns heads by her ability to run the floor and finish in transition. She’s a pure scorer. She knows how to get to the basket, create off the dribble and move without the ball. Her head is consistently on a swivel, she’s always looking to make the finishing play.
As a freshman, Mallegni averaged 19 points and nearly 8 rebounds per game for McFarland. She scored a season-high 29 points during her second game against Baraboo while shooting 7-10 from behind the arc. She earned First Team Rock Valley All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State after her freshman season.
She currently holds offers from Green Bay, Saint Thomas, Kansas, IUPUI, Saint Louis, California Baptist, and Wisconsin.
3.
Taylor Stremlow
Taylor
Stremlow
5'8" | PG
Verona | 2024
State
WI
| 5’9 PG | Verona |
Wisconsin Flight Elite
Twitter. | 2021 Spring Mixtape.
Stremlow is an incredibly poised guard that plays both ends of the court with a stoic expression. Her physical strength is a huge part of her style of play- from pounding the dribble, to absorbing contact at the basket, she uses strength well in her game. She plays with very impressive balance and is always squared to the basket. Her balance and strength are seen defensively as well where she uses a combination of choppy lateral quickness and hip strength to cut opponents off and wall-up well. She’s a smart playmaker that advances the ball with tempo and zip. Quite possibly the biggest stock riser of the summer, Stremlow is catching the attention of coaches around the nation.
She was one of Verona’s top scorers as a freshman and earned Honorable Mention All-State.
She currently holds offers from Green Bay, Illinois, Iowa, Iowa State, Marquette, Montana State, Providence, St. Thomas, and Wisconsin.
4. Gracie Grzesk Gracie Grzesk 6'0" | SF Green Bay Notre Dame | 2024 State WI | 5’11 SF | Green Bay Notre Dame | Purple Aces
Twitter. | 2020 Highlight Film.
A fierce competitor on both ends, Grzesk has all the makings to be an elite defender at the next level. Her athleticism and motor are tremendously impressive. She rebounds and blocks shots at a high level. She can defend nearly every position, block shots and grab rebounds at both ends. She is more than capable of defending the length of the floor or battle inside the paint. Offensively she moves well without the ball, she cuts within the offense and can finish against contact. She has a polished scoring skillset with the ability to convert from nearly anywhere.
She averaged 12 points, 4 rebounds, and nearly 3 assists per game. She earned First Team Fox River Conference and First Team All-State.
Grzesk currently holds offers from Eastern Illinois, Green Bay, Illinois State, IUPUI, St Thomas, and Toledo.
5. Alyssa Wirth Alyssa Wirth 6'5" | C Altoona | 2024 State WI | 6’4 C | Altoona | Team Wisconsin
Twitter. | Spring/Summer 2021 Highlight film.
A coach’s dream post player, Wirth has the height but also the skill to match. Her ceiling is tremendously high as she continues to add quickness and athleticism to her game. A true center with footwork and IQ to create on the block. She doesn’t force much offensively and has the vision to kick out to the open man. Most impressively she’s mastered the ability to keep the ball high when creating a shot or after a rebound. Her game is exciting, her mechanics are there and she works hard!
Wirth averaged 11 points, 8 rebounds, and nearly 3 blocks per game. She earned Second Team Cloverwest West All-Conference after her freshman season.
She currently holds offers from St Thomas, Youngstown State, IUPUI, and the University of Nebraska Omaha.
6. Kayl Petersen Kayl Petersen 6'1" | PF Waupun | 2024 State WI | 6’0 SF | Waupun | Wisconsin Flight Elite
Twitter | 2021 Spring Mixtape.
Can’t say enough about Petersen’s game, her flow offensively is so impressive. A patient forward who utilizes a pivot better than anyone in her class, Petersen’s game is far beyond her years. She’s a lockdown defender and can stretch the floor with her athleticism. She effortlessly knocks down the three-point shot and can finish with authority in the lane.
As a freshman at Waupun, Petersen averaged 15 points and 8 rebounds per game. She had 44 combined blocks on the season as well. She earned First Team East Central All-Conference.
Petersen holds offers from Green Bay, Marquette, Minnesota
7. Gabby Wilke Gabby Wilke 6'1" | PF Beaver Dam | 2024 State WI | 6’1 F | Beaver Damn | Wisconsin Impact
Twitter | PGH Champions Challenge Mixtape
Wilke is a well-rounded and versatile athlete who impacts the game on both ends of the floor. She thrives in the open court and has the athleticism to play 100% the entire time she is on the court. She can beat you from in the paint or on the perimeter which is what makes the 6’1 forward even more special. She has a range of finish moves in her arsenal and is fundamentally very sound. She uses her strength extremely well to be a defensive threat in the lane.
She averaged 8 points per game as a freshman on a stacked Beaver Dam squad (alongside her sister, former #1 Player in the Class of 2021, and current Wisconsin Badger, Maty Wilke).
Gabby Wilke Gabby Wilke 6'1" | PF Beaver Dam | 2024 State WI currently holds offers from Green Bay, IUPUI, Milwaukee, North Dakota, and St Thomas.
8. McKenna Johnson McKenna Johnson 5'9" | SG Wilmot | 2024 State WI | 5’8 G | Wilmot | Midwest Elite
Twitter | Midwest Showdown Highlights.
Johnson is a playmaking machine. She is a highly skilled and multi-faceted shot creator and maker. With the ability to put the ball in the hoop from all three levels, Johnson shows versatility as a creator with the ball in her hands. This summer, she showed her self-creation package each time she stepped n the floor. While the guard is widely known for her ability to make plays for others, she’s shown steady improvement as a playmaker for herself. The ceiling is extremely high for Johnson, she is a player who could easily sneak her way to the top of this list. She is a fierce competitor with one of the highest IQs in her class. Her pure skill is so impressive. Footwork, pace, and shot loading are all top tier, even when contested.
As a freshman, Johnson averaged 19 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3 assists per game. She earned First Team Southern Lakes All-Conference
Johnson currently holds offers from Michigan State and Central Michigan.
9. Kallie Peppler Kallie Peppler 6'0" | PF Hortonville | 2024 State WI | 6’0 F | Hortonville | Wisconsin Flight Elite
Twitter | 2021 Spring Mixtape.
Peppler continues to show why her stock will increase greatly. The athletic and energetic forward contributes in a variety of ways. She moves off the ball, attacks the rim, knocks down shots from the perimeter, defends, and rebounds all at a high level. She showed her thunderous style of play by consistently knocking down the turn-around jumper and erasing shots at the rim. She has increased as a shooter and has shown the ability to stretch the floor. Not only does she have the ability to be an impact shot-blocker- but she also simply affects shots at the rim with her length. Her length in the paint shakes opponents in the lane.
As a freshman, Peppler averaged 6 points on a stacked Hortonville team alongside sister and UW Milwaukee commit Kamy Peppler Kamy Peppler 5'9" | PG Hortonville | 2022 State WI .
Peppler currently holds offers from Providence, Milwaukee, and Eastern Illinois.
10. Ally Timm Ally Timm 5'11" | SG DSHA | 2024 State WI | 5’9 G | DSHA | Wisconsin Impact
Timm is another player that is simply just getting started! Her game is effortless and so smooth. She plays with impressive confidence and has a notably nice feel for the game. She plays the game at her pace and draws attention by her ability to create for herself. She’s a dime from behind the arc- she knocks it down behind the arc in transition as good as anyone in her class. She’s lethal off the catch. She finds her teammates well, has the court awareness to kick out to the open man but will also finish with strength at the rim. The sky is the limit for Timm, her athleticism is going to take her far.
As a freshman, she averaged 11 points and 6 rebounds per game. She earned 2nd team Greater Metro All-Conference.
Timm currently holds offers from North Dakota, St. Thomas, Northern Illinois, and Illinois State.
And there you have it, folks! The Top 10 Sophomores in the State of Wisconsin. This class is tough! Coaches are impressed, evaluators are impressed and the girl’s basketball community should be impressed as well. A stacked group of athletes that will play far beyond their prep years. You heard it early, make sure you tune in! Good luck to these ten standouts as they begin their Sophomore seasons!