2023-24 All-State Predictions – Class A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Class A is loaded with talent including several athletes who have committed to taking their game to the next level. Many All-State returnees will take the court this year and look to build on last season's success. Some new names appear destined to achieve this prestigous honor at the season's conclusion as well. Here are my early predictions for the Class A All-State Team for the 2023-24 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1st Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>My first team predictions are filled by returning all-state players that I think will hold their place in this honorable list of athletes by season's end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='377192' first='Ashlyn' last='Koupal'] - Wagner - 6'2" G/F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 22.0 ppg, 7.0 rpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>unique frame and length matched by none, ability to score on all levels, matchup nightmare, high IQ at a young age, rim-protecting and rebounding ability, elite moves to finish at the basket, elite athleticism and 6'2"</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='181914' first='Claire' last='Sheppard'] - Flandreau - 6'2" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 16.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg, 3.2 apg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>great blend of physicality and quickness, elite defender who can guard the best, talented rebounder, high-level finishing ability off the drive, ball security and high basketball IQ, versatility on both ends</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='218149' first='Katie' last='Vasecka']- Tea - 6'1" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 20.0 ppg, 8.0 rpg, 2.5 apg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>impressive athleticism at 6'1" tall, elite handles and ability to create off the dribble, efficient scorer who takes great shots, impressive rebounding ability on both ends, versatile defender who changes the game with her length</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='181885' first='Emilee' last='Fox'] - Mount Vernon/Plankinton- 5'8" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 14.1 ppg, 4.7 rpg, 4.5 apg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high-level scorer, immense 3-point range, explosiveness off the dribble, excellent perimeter rebounder, high level experience and basketball IQ, great finisher at the rim, ability to create shots for herself and others</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='201446' first='Caylin' last='Kelly'] - Florence/Henry - 6'0" G/F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 15.0 ppg, 8.5 rpg, 4.0 apg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>elite rebounder, scorer at all 3 levels, versatile offensive player who can literally play every position, impressive strength and toughness, leadership traits</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='242473' first='Mara' last='Grant'] - Tea - 5'11" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 18.0 ppg, 10.3 rpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high-level rebounder, consistent finishing ability, ability to take over the game in the paint, deadly mid-range game, toughness and desire, impressive mix of strength and speed</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2nd Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In a very deep Class A in South Dakota basketball there are multiple 1st-team capable athletes who will just be backed up to the second tier because of the immense talent statewide! Looking for big steps forward out of these athletes, moving them up with elite company in the all-state category.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='317765' first='Brooke' last='Jensen']- Vermillion - 6'1" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>scorer on all-levels, consistent outside shooting, dangerous mid-range game and the ability to face up and finish, solid ball handles and the ability to draw the defense, versatile defender</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='391801' first='Carli' last='Kuyper'] - Lennox - 6'3" F/C</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>inside-out game offensively, can dominate the block and take over, high-level rebounding ability, elite shot blocker who changes the game at the rim</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='392793' first='Krista' last='Langager'] - Sisseton - 6'2" C</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>impressive physicality and frame, can dominate the post, alters shots inside, excellent rebounder on both ends, great screener and moves well within the offense to get paint touches</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='218151' first='Hannah' last='Leverson'] - Sisseton - 5'5" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high basketball IQ and valuable experience, consistent decision-making, impressive scorer who can create shots with her smarts and footwork, great passer who can set up her teammates</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Addie Neuendorf - Hamlin - 5'5" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>consistent perimeter shooter, talented perimeter defender, shot creator with the ability to get her own and set up others, high-level ball handling ability, high basketball IQ</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='615384' first='Ashlan' last='Carlow-Blount'] - Red Cloud - 5'10" G/F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high intensity athlete, ability to score on all levels, variety of finishing moves at the rim, high energy athlete who can take over a game with her scoring ability, great passer who makes the right play consistently</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3rd Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='391251' first='Reagan' last='Rus'] - Mount Vernon/Plankinton - 5'9" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>electric first step with explosiveness on the drive, great footwork and finishing moves on post touches, superb athleticism and dynamic skillset, ability to create for herself and others, high energy defender and rebounder</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='182472' first='Lily' last='Klein'] - Flandreau - 5'11" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>point guard skillset at nearly six-feet tall, high IQ athlete with great vision and handles, great perimeter rebounder, versatile defender who can guard multiple positions, high efficiency scorer who takes great shots</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='201463' first='Jaxsyn' last='Swift'] - Sioux Falls Christian - 5'9" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>versatile skillset at 5'9" and athletic, scorer on all levels who moves well to find open shots, great in the transition game and can change the tempo of a game, forces turnovers and helps her team convert them to points</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='278364' first='Maggie' last='Taylor'] - Hill City - 6'2" C</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>elite shot-blocker who alters opponents ability to get to the rim, high-level rebounder on both ends who controls the glass, nice touch around the basket and takes advantages of paint touches, physical post player who can overwhelm opposing forwards/centers</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='182476' first='Macy' last='Koupal'] - Wagner - 5'9" G/F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>consistent perimeter shooter, ability to create off the dribble, keeps great spacing and moves well without the ball, sets up shots for her teammates and makes smart plays, great experience and a high IQ</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='389268' first='Ava' last='Hanson'] - Aberdeen Roncalli - 5'10" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>physical forward who has the athletic ability to play inside-out, high IQ player who finds the right play within the offense, efficient rebounder and versatile defender</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->