Class of 2025 – Top 10 Breakdown

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class of 2025 includes a ton of prospects garnering looks at the college level. This group is loaded with elite talent and features a ton of players projected to take their careers beyond the high school level. Let's dive in and take a look at the Top 10 in this class!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='317765' first='Brooke' last='Jensen'] - Vermillion High School, Club Team - [program_tooltip program_id='787122' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy'], 6'2" Guard/Forward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Superb athleticism, impressive length, a matchup nightmare, and the ability to score at all levels headline the traits of the number 1 prospect in the Class of 2025. Brooke can knock down shots, create off the dribble, elevate over defenders, and facilitate for her teammates. She's got a great mix of speed and physicality that make her a tough ask for anyone to guard. Her court vision is impressive and her height allows her to see the floor better than your average guard. She has a high basketball IQ and does a really good job putting herself in advantageous spots to score the basketball A basketball lover with the physical tools needed to succeed at the next level, Jensen keeps her spot on the top of this class.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='391251' first='Reagan' last='Rus']- Mt. Vernon/Plankinton High School, Club Team - [program_tooltip program_id='787122' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy'], 5'9" Guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A close second, Reagan is an impressive athlete who absolutely gets after it game after game. She plays the game with a competitive spirit on both ends and gives 100% to all aspects of basketball. She spaces the floor extremely well and understands moments when to attack the basket, setting up shots for both herself and her teammates. Her first step to the rim and ability to finish in the paint is arguably the most complete attacking game of anyone in the class. She is a willing defender and rebounder who will do the "dirty work" along with the flashy plays she makes as well. She understands the finer details of the game and brings it to all levels. An explosive athlete Reagan is going to be a great add for a college program and looks ready to compete at that level. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='375940' first='Logan' last='Smidt'] - Brookings High School, Club Team - [program_tooltip program_id='787122' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy'], 5'7" Guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Logan is a physical specimen who is a matchup nightmare for opposing guards. A little undersized at 5'7" puts her below the two above her but don't let that fool you as she might be the most explosive basketball player in this class, and potentially even all classes. Her first step is unmatched and she can get to the rack in a hurry. Pair this with a college-ready physical style of play and you have a guard who can score at will. Her outside shot has steadily gained consistency and she is developing into one of the most well-rounded players of this class. On defense she works her tail off and does a nice job of balancing ball pressure and not getting beat off the dribble. Rounding out her overall great game is the ability to effectively rebound on both ends of the floor with a high IQ, impressive vertical, and an overall desire to get the ball.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='527479' first='Mya' last='Kochuten'] - Spearfish High School, Club Team - Rapid City Gators, 5'6" Guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='527479' first='Mya' last='Kochuten'] flew onto the radar last year with a stellar performance at the Top 250 PGH Expo event in Sioux Falls. She went on to lead her team to a SODAK 16 appearance and has continued to better her game ever since stepping into the spotlight. I don't think there is anyone better in this class, and potentially in all classes, at creating her own shot. She has a knack for effectively using dribble moves with a step back to create an open shot, an art that is mostly lost in high school girls' basketball right now. She has a smooth rhythmic dip of the ball with a super quick release giving her one of the most deadly outside shots you can find. A fierce competitor she gets after it on both ends and shows up in every single statistical category night in and night out to help her team earn the W. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='404951' first='Grace' last='Peterson'] - Sioux Falls Washington High School, Club Team - [program_tooltip program_id='787122' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy'], 5'11" Forward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Grace rounds out the Top 5 with a game that has steadily evolved over the last few years as she has developed as a leader in a highly successful Sioux Falls Washington program. If you need a bucket down the stretch, she isn't afraid to go and get the ball and create off the dribble to get to the rack or hit the mid-range jumper. She uses her body well and has great footwork in the paint to create high-quality shots. On defense, she uses her length well and demonstrates a pure blend of athleticism and toughness. A superb rebounder as well, this kid is primed to play at the next level and increased her stock greatly from last season to now.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='304522' first='Ava' last='Craven'] - Winner High School, 6'0" Forward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Ava is a really solid prospect in the top 10 of a loaded class of athletes. She is a competitor who puts a lot of time into crafting her game and shows genuine effort in making the program she is a part of successful. At 6'0" and athletic she has the perfect blend of frame and quickness to exceed on all levels of the game at both ends. She does a great job of spotting up in openings on the perimeter to knock down the outside shot off the dribble drive. A smooth, high-arcing jump shot is a sight to see as it leaves her hands up and over defenders. She positions herself well in the paint for offensive rebounds as well as weakside passes off the drive. Add in the ability for her to catch the ball with her back to the basket and go to work, and you have a very complete scorer. A talented rebounder with an aggressive mentality, and the ability to alter shots and passes to create turnovers on defense round out a really solid game for Ava.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='342177' first='Isabella' last='Anderson'] - Milbank High School, Club Team - [program_tooltip program_id='787122' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy'], 5'7 Guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Isabella has all the tools necessary to succeed on the perimeter. She can knock down the three with consistency and does an excellent job preparing to shoot, allowing her to get her shot off quickly. Combined with a very sound outside shooting game is an excellent dribble-drive game. She has an excellent length that she uses well off her moves to get open once she gets to the basket. A great finisher, she can score from inside the paint as well as out. Defensively she shows up as well and uses her lateral quickness and length to put pressure on the basketball and generate points off of forced turnovers. A superb competitor, Isabella shows off one of the most complete perimeter games in the state. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='324044' first='Taaliyah' last='Porter'] - Rapid City Stevens High School, 5'8" Guard/Forward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Taaliyah is an explosive athlete from the perimeter and is a matchup nightmare for opponents. She works her tail off and plays with a relentless motor when it comes to scoring, defending, and rebounding. On offense, she shows a successful attacking game off the dribble and does a great job creating her own shot. She's an explosive, aggressive player who is always in attack mode. On defense, she does an excellent job keeping the ball in front, competes to get stops, and is active in creating turnovers to convert to points on the other end. Taaliyah has all of the physical and mental tools to be a really talented player at the next level.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='329047' first='Thea' last='Gust'] - Centerville High School, Club Team - [program_tooltip program_id='787122' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy'], 5'9" Guard/Forward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Thea is an intriguing prospect who has impressive length, blessed athleticism, and a stellar 1 on 1 defensive game. A small-town South Dakota girl with a love for basketball, and a desire to excel make this young lady a prospect to keep your eye on. She's got a smooth rhythmic dip of the basketball and gets her shot off over defenders with ease. She has great footwork allowing her to shoot off the screen, dribble, or catch. Point guard IQ in a small forward's body she has great vision, secure ball-handling skills, and the ability to create her own shot. On defense, she can guard a variety of positions and is one of the best defenders in the state in a 1 on 1 setting. Keep your eye on this talented young prospect who looks primed to take her game to the next level.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='377639' first='Lennix' last='Dupris'] - Pierre High School, Club Team - N/A, 5'5" Guard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Lennix rounds out the Top 10 of the Class of 2024, and deservedly so! She demonstrates one of the highest IQ's on the list and plays with an unmatched intensity. She has pure point guard abilities with a fundamentally sound game that allows her to create for others as well as score her own. An explosive guard she can get to the rim at will an is a tough ask for any defender to try and keep in front. She has a nice shot form outside with a consistent set-point and great shooting confidence. In transition, she moves well and gets to her spots quickly to score without the ball in her hands. She does an excellent job setting up shots for her teammates as well. An aggressive mindset with pure guard fundamentals make Lennix a college-ready prospect who will take her game to another level!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->