ND 2029 Rankings Release – New Additions Part 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is part one of the <em>New Additions </em>to the fall rankings release.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><em><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/dakotas/rankings/north-dakota-rankings/2029-rankings/">FULL 2029 RANKINGS - CLICK ME!</a></em></span></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1320258"],"_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-6ac4ff397564a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Betner was the first off of the bench for the majority of the season last year for the Burros.&nbsp; She looks to me to be their most talented player with the highest ceiling.&nbsp; She speeds past opponents in the full-court.&nbsp; She is very fast and can take rebounds and go coast-to-coast for easy baskets. &nbsp;She has good lateral movement and can cut off drives as a primary defender.&nbsp; She has the ability to step out and knock down the three with a smooths stroke.&nbsp; She is best going to the basket, having a ton of tools in her toolbox including a nice euro-step she can use to finish in traffic.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1356380"],"_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-6ac4ff39756ca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaidyn started a handful of games last season but was primarily a reserve player for the Patriots.  She should find herself in the starting lineup this season with the graduation of some key players in 2026.  She is a strong 5'11 center who is very powerful around the basket.  She also has the rare combination of being soft on her feet.  These two athletic qualities allow her to do certain things on the court not everyone else is able to do.  She can move opponents around the basket and does a good job of pursuing rebounds.  She has her hands ready in the dunker position and can finish at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1932981"],"_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-6ac4ff3975723"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emma was able to play spot minutes last season and should be playing more of a steady role in 2026-2027.&nbsp; She is a reserve point guard who came into games and played well to give her teammates a break.&nbsp; I anticipate her having a bigger role this season and showcasing her talent.&nbsp; She is a quick and fast guard who is a good defender.&nbsp; She plays Kindred's 1-3-1 half-court zone well and moves on airtime.&nbsp; Emma pursues long rebounds and is able to find the open girl.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1571870"],"_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-6ac4ff3975779"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Madelyn played a ton of quality minutes last season as a freshman.  She earned valuable experience playing on a team that found its way to the State Class A Tournament in 2026.  Kindred loses one of their key scorers, so there are some points up on the table for role players to grab this season.  Madelyn is going to grab quite a few of those points.  She is a longer player than her listed 5'7 height and plays with a ferocious tenacity.  She is super tough on the court and thrives defensively.  She is ready to take the next step on the offensive side of the floor this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1932980"],"_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-6ac4ff39757cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dunn was key to Four Winds' success last season and played her role exceptionally well.  She wasn't required to score but could put the ball in the basket when needed.  She has a quick release and can finish around the hoop.  Patience is a quality athlete and a long 5'10.  This allows her to be an excellent defender and rebounder.  She keeps the ball moving on the offensive end is always ready to make the ‘one-more' pass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1932979"],"_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-6ac4ff397581e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Raeliegh is another young talent that was able to gain some varsity experience last year as a freshman.&nbsp; She is going to have an opportunity to increase that role going forward with some key players graduating in 2026.&nbsp; She is an athletic 5'8 who plays the game the right way.&nbsp; Her effective play even earned her some minutes in Devils Lake's state qualifying game in 2026.&nbsp; Look for her to have a big impact going forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->