2023-24 All-State Predictions – Class AA

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Class AA is loaded with top end 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 AA 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='182129' first='Mahli' last='Abdouch'] - Sioux Falls O'Gorman - 5'8" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 16.5 ppg, 4.5 apg, 3.5 spg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>elite playmaker, impressive deep range shooting consistency, elite ball handler, high IQ player, quick perimeter defender who can generate steals, one of the most complete scoring games in the state </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='241312' first='Sawyer' last='Stoebner'] - Mitchell - 5'9" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 14.0 ppg, 11.0 rpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>physical defender, diverse defender who can guard 1-5, downhill attack mentality, elite finisher, excellent perimeter rebounder, complete scoring game from the paint to the three</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='188222' first='Jaidyn' last='Dunn']- Sioux Falls Roosevelt - 6'0" F/C</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 10.0 ppg, 7.5 rpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>rim protector, high instincts and IQ, physical finisher in the paint, shot-blocking machine who changes the entire approach for an offensive opponent</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='324044' first='Taaliyah' last='Porter']- Rapid City Stevens - 5'8" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 17.1 ppg, 6.7 rpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high-level scorer, 3-point range, ability to create off the dribble, excellent perimeter rebounder, high level experience and basketball IQ, great finisher at the rim</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='470686' first='Reese' last='Terwilliger'] - Pierre - 6'0" C</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 12.0 ppg, 7.1 rpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>elite rebounder, fundamentally sound game in the paint, impressive strength and toughness, fantastic mid-range game, leadership traits</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='404951' first='Grace' last='Peterson'] - Sioux Falls Washington - 5'10" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stats Last Season - 11.2 ppg, 6.5 rpg</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high-level scorer from all 3 levels, intangibles and leadership traits, toughness and desire, effective rebounder, shot-blocking ability, unique blend of strength and athleticism</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2nd Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2nd team will all be newcomers this year in my predictions! 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='421631' first='Sadie' last='Mehrman'] - Harrisburg - 5'10" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>do-it-all game that gets it done at all levels, capable rebounder, impressive length that aids on both ends, physical finisher, quickness and ability in the transition game, electric energy and intensity</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='527479' first='Mya' last='Kochuten'] - Spearfish - 5'6" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high-level shot creation ability, unbelievable ability to create space, endless shooting range, high motor and great intensity, active defender, excellent transition ability on both ends</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='236331' first='Ryann' last='Barry'] - Pierre - 5'8" G/F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high basketball IQ and valuable experience, consistent decision-making, ability to score on all levels, impressive finisher off the dribble, versatile defender and willing rebounder</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='188216' first='Hamtyn' last='Heinz'] - Huron - 5'8" G</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>impressive scorer who can knock it down from outside consistently, nice mix of frame and speed, not afraid of the big shot, effective perimeter rebounder, ability to create shots with the drive</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='731193' first='Lauryn' last='Burckhard'] - Aberdeen Central - 6'1" F</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>immense versatility on both ends, rim protector, unbelievable mix of size and athleticism, efficient scorer that takes great shots, strong rebounder</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='525675' first='Sydney' last='Terveen'] - Sioux Falls O'Gorman - 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, versatile defender who can guard 1-5, excellent spacing and movement without the ball, competitive spirit and high energy</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->