ND 2027 Rankings – New Additions Part 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take a look below at <em>Part 1 </em>of our newest additions to the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><em><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/dakotas/rankings/north-dakota-rankings/2027-rankings/">FULL 2027 RANKINGS - CLICK ME!</a></em></span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1935960"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ace69c098d4a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keely is a player who plays with great effort. She keeps many plays alive around the rim by pursuing offensive rebounds. These extra possessions lead to easy scoring opportunities for her squad. She has excellent vision with her passes finding multiple girls for layups when breaking opposing team's press defense.&nbsp; She defensively fights for rebounds, possesses above average athleticism, and is one of the better players on New Salem. I am looking forward to watching Keely more this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["886223"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ace69c098d86"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Paityn is an All-Region returner for the Burros and is their most reliable player.&nbsp; Her team can count on her to line up each night and produce on both sides of the court.&nbsp; Her offensive game thrives near the basket and the high post where she is able to use her first-step to get by defenders and finish at the rim.&nbsp; She is good at ducking-in across the lane, receiving the pass, and finishing to her strong hand.&nbsp; She is a tough-nosed player who defends and rebounds.&nbsp; Finally, she gets her teammates involved.&nbsp; She finds open teammates on drives and is able to kick the ball to them for open looks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1936004"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ace69c098dab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Spitzer is a backup to All-Region teammate [player_tooltip player_id='1824421' first='Maara' last='Kutz'].&nbsp; She was able to come into games and give Kutz a breather without the offense or defense taking a hit.&nbsp; She is a formidable defender with long arms and good timing.&nbsp; Her athleticism is above average and she defends without fouling.&nbsp; She pursues rebounds and is able to earn a handful of extra possessions each game for her team. &nbsp;I particularly like her effort when she plays.&nbsp; If there is a loose ball you can expect Sophie to dive for it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1936005"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ace69c098dcc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mercie is a physical presence on the floor and has the ability to fight for position and move bodies near the basket.&nbsp; She is an excellent screener who takes up space and clears driving lanes for her teammates.&nbsp; She rolls well and has good hands to catch passes in Four Winds' pick-and-roll game.&nbsp; She was a reserve last season but should have a bigger impact on games this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1936006"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ace69c098df4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Flaten came off of the bench last season but I anticipate her having an opportunity to get into the starting lineup this year with the graduation of two startin guards in 2026.  She is a very quick player who competes hard.  She is a tenacious defender, both on the ball and off the ball.  She is right on her opponent when they receive the ball and gets to help-side when the ball is away.  She is in a great defensive stance with long and active hands.  She is a fundamentally sound player who boxes out each time a shot goes up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1105981"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ace69c098e14"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mayport loses two quality scorers from last season.  Kylie started last season and will have a chance to earn a bigger role on the offensive end this season.  She is already an excellent defender with active hands.  Her active hands disrupt passing lanes and lead to steals and deflections.  She often would defend opposing team's best player.  Kroeplin does a great job on the glass, pursuing both offensive and defensive rebounds.  Finally, she isn't afraid to let it fly from deep.  I look forward to seeing her increased production in 2026-2027.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1936007"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ace69c098e33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hadley was a nice role player last season and has the opportunity to take the next step in her development this year.  The Burros are looking to improve upon their 5^th place finish and try to get to the state tournament.  Steady play from Abentroth will be critical.  She is a Swiss Army Knife on the court and is able to do multiple jobs.  She is sometimes tasked with face-guarding the opposing teams' best player.  She is able to score if needed and has a nice lift on her shot.  She pursues offensive rebounds and keeps possessions alive. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->