Class of 2025 AAU All-Tournament Teams

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After a full season of AAU basketball, we have been updating player profiles, evaluating rankings, and continuing to build our database of girls basketball players in South Dakota. After watching a ton of games this summer and attending combines in which hundreds of prospects attended and showed off their skills, here are my all-tournament teams (first through third) for AAU events in the spring/summer of 2023 for the Class of 2025. Teams will consist of a starting five as well as three depth players that would round out one of the most talented junior lineups in the Midwest. Take a look at where these prospects fall and imagine these groups competing on the court together!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1st Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1st Five</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PG - [player_tooltip player_id='375940' first='Logan' last='Smidt'] - Brookings - 5'7"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>High IQ and very coachable, downhill attack mode with an aggressive drive that's tough to stop, scoring point guard who creates for the entire team, aggressive perimeter defense, can change the tempo of the game</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>SG - [player_tooltip player_id='527479' first='Mya' last='Kochuten'] - Spearfish - 5'7"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li> elite shooter from both the mid-range and three-point consistency, quick hands defensively, solid ball handling skills with a high basketball IQ, creates space on offense better than nearly any prospect we cover</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CG - [player_tooltip player_id='391251' first='Reagan' last='Rus'] - Mount Vernon/Plankinton - 5'9"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>efficient scorer on all levels, mismatch nightmare who can take you off the dribble or post up and go to work, superb athleticism, versatile defender with elite quickness, solid perimeter rebounder, diverse scoring ability</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>F - [player_tooltip player_id='317765' first='Brooke' last='Jensen'] - Vermillion - 6'0"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>solid back-to-the-basket game with a high-level ability to finish inside, downhill attack mentality and can create off the drive, long defender who can alter shots and grab rebounds, inside-out scorer with range beyond the 3-point line</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>C - [player_tooltip player_id='404951' first='Grace' last='Peterson'] - Sioux Falls Washington - 5'11"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>inside finishing ability, solid rebounder on both ends, elite shot-blocking ability, changes the game on both ends in the paint, rare mix of size and athleticism, most complete game in this class</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Depth - </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensive Specialist - [player_tooltip player_id='304522' first='Ava' last='Craven'] - Winner - 6'0"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>dynamic defender who creates turnovers to help her team get early offense, long and physical aiding on defense and making her a great rebounder, diverse scorer who can score inside and out, versatile defender who can guard nearly every position, efficient transition player on both ends of the floor</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Three and D - [player_tooltip player_id='329047' first='Thea' last='Gust'] - Centerville - 5'9"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>diverse scorer who can knock down shots and get to the rim, impressive length which allows her to get her shot off and finish at the rim, solid footwork with a step-through in multiple directions to score around the defense, immense range that extends well beyond the 3-point line, great defender who uses her length to contain the ball</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paint Presence - [player_tooltip player_id='392793' first='Krista' last='Langager'] - Sisseton - 6'0"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>can dominate the block and finishes well inside with a variety of moves, solid rebounder on both ends, game changer inside who anticipates to help over consistently and alter shots inside, can dominate the block and is tough to guard for any opposing post player</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2nd Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1st Five</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PG - [player_tooltip player_id='343332' first='Sloane' last='Keszler'] - St. Thomas More- 5'6"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>impressive vision and solid handles, efficient dribble-drive player who can create for herself and others, handles pressure with ease and isn't afraid of the big moment, team-first player who does the little things and chooses the best play to help her team get a W</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>SG - [player_tooltip player_id='342177' first='Isabella' last='Anderson'] - Milbank - 5'7"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>aggressive scorer from all levels, intense defender and a competitive mindset, downhill offensive player who can blow by the defense and finishes well at the basket, consistent shooter from beyond the arc and possesses the ability to create her own shot</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CG - [player_tooltip player_id='324044' first='Taaliyah' last='Porter'] - Rapid City Stevens - 5'8"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>talented scorer who uses her frame to attack and finish in the paint, solid mid-range and overall outside shooting game, physical defender with speed who can guard multiple positions, great athleticism and physical attributes</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>F - [player_tooltip player_id='613989' first='Emery' last='Thury'] - Watertown - 5'10"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>aggressive downhill mentality creating shot opportunities for herself and others, diverse defender who makes it tough on opponents both in and out of the paint, solid handles at 5'10" making her very effective in transition and off the dribble, solid rebounder who gets after it on both ends</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>C - [player_tooltip player_id='329046' first='Jenna' last='Vande Weerd']- Canton - 6'2"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>physical post player who gets to her spots to catch and score effectively, solid footwork inside, alters shots at the basket and defends the rim well, runs the middle of the floor well in transition, able to shut down opposing posts with physicality and a high defensive IQ</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Depth - </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensive Specialist - [player_tooltip player_id='329052' first='Emma' last='Marshall'] - Centerville - 5'9"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>able to guard other teams' best player, tremendous length and athleticism allowing her to disrupt opposing offenses, multiple blocked shots and steals per game, downhill attack mode on offense and finishes well at the rim, high IQ player who understands how to help her team win</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Three and D - [player_tooltip player_id='448046' first='Katie' last='Vander Leest'] - Sioux Falls Christian - 5'6"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>very consistent perimeter shooter who can put up points in bunches, solid perimeter defender who can pressure the ball while keeping her girl in front, point guard capabilities with great ball handling and passing abilities, superb decision-making and the ability to make the right play to put her team in successful positions on both ends</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paint Presence - [player_tooltip player_id='406690' first='Madison' last='Geiver'] - Brandon Valley - 6'2"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>physical player that gets it done on both ends of the floor in the defense and rebounding departments, solid finisher in the paint, shot-blocker, physical defender who uses her frame and athleticism to shut down opponents </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3rd Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1st Five</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PG - [player_tooltip player_id='304516' first='Madala' last='Hanson'] - Dell Rapids St. Mary's - 5'4"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>scoring point guard who can create shots off the dribble for herself and her team, lights out shooter who can score in bunches off of her own shot creation as well as others, impressive range and gets her shot off quick, scrappy defender who guards the ball intensely making it tough on opposing perimeter players</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>SG - [player_tooltip player_id='250045' first='Amanda' last='Lease'] - Brandon Valley - 5'8"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>athletic guard with a quick first step to the basket, a variety of ball-handling moves to easily finish past defenders, consistent three-point shooter who gets to her spots to get open shots efficiently, transition speed and ability to change the tempo of the game</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CG - [player_tooltip player_id='377639' first='Lennix' last='Dupris'] - Pierre - 5'6"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>aggressive downhill mentality creating shot opportunities for herself at the rim, intense defender who makes it tough on opponents, solid handles allowing for another primary ball handler</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>F - [player_tooltip player_id='329049' first='Ryan' last='Hanssen'] - Lennox - 5'9"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>great physical traits with a rare mix of physicality and quickness, shooting range out past the 3-point line, solid shooter when spotting up and able to get to the rim off the dribble as well, solid rebounder on both ends, runs the floor well and moves well in the half-court offense</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>C - [player_tooltip player_id='317858' first='Alexa' last='Goertz'] - James Valley Christian- 5'10"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>athletic post presence with great patience and footwork, solid rebounder and competitive defender, solid screener who moves well and can operate in both the pick and roll and pick and pop, impressive inside the paint game and can step out and knock down the three</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Depth - </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensive Specialist - [player_tooltip player_id='404939' first='Claire' last='Woods'] - Sioux Falls Washington - 5'6"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>perimeter player with a great mix of smarts and speed, a versatile defender who can guard multiple spots and competes intensely to help her team get stops, solid perimeter rebounder, effective motion offense player with a high IQ, great leader in both words and action, one of the best leaders in her class</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Three and D - Addison Moore - Iroquois/Lake Preston - 5'6"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>solid three-point shooter who finds her spots to score well, nice floater off the attack and can lay it in high off the glass over taller defenders, quick defender who snags a lot of steals and can lock down talented perimeter players</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Paint Presence - [player_tooltip player_id='391247' first='Keyra' last='Kruse'] - Sioux Valley - 6'1"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>shot-blocking instincts and ability make her an elite rim protector, solid rebounding presence on both ends, talented game in the paint she can finish going both directions, an active post she can get transition layups and step out and hit threes</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->