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<p>This is what we work towards all summer – the scouting, evaluating, and sorting of the incoming 9th graders. The process of developing this year's Prep Girls Hoops Freshman 50, featuring Minnesota's premier prospects in the class of 2030, has been a labor of love. We've watched as many incoming freshman play as is humanly possible. We've talked to college coaches and AAU directors and many others to reach this point. Given the depth of this class, some quality players definitely got left out. Fortunately we add new names and re-sort the list three times a year.</p>
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<p><strong>HOW THE RANKINGS WORK</strong></p>
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<p>In case you aren't familiar, allow us to remind you of how the Prep Girls Hoops evaluation process works. </p>
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<p>The most important thing to remember is this: The rankings measure college potential, not current high school performance. Our goal isn't to identify the best 9th graders right now; it's to project who will be the best college freshmen four years from now. That's why some players who haven't yet played varsity appear in the upper half of the list and others who will lead their high school teams this winter may not appear at all.</p>
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<p>The evaluation process considers traits that translate to the next level:</p>
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<p>Our evaluation team includes current and former AAU, high school, and college coaches. Everyone contributes under anonymity to keep the process objective. We know we won't get every ranking right, but the vast majority of legitimate college prospects eventually find their place on the list. </p>
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<p>Here are the prospects ranked from 11th to 20th in the Class of 2030.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#11 –</strong> Having been on our radar for some time, Retzlaff has been competing at a high level for multiple years now. A top performer at the most recent AAU and high school state tournaments, Elin is a dynamic, physical guard with a real knack for putting the ball in the basket. Standing at 5'9, the Hillcrest Lutheran freshman has a strong, powerful build and the athleticism needed to compete at the Division 1 level. Relentlessly hard working with a tremendous basketball IQ and a robust grasp on the fundamentals of the game, Retzlaff's poise, motor, and sheer impact has already made her a standout performer in Class A.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#12 –</strong> Wright is yet another baller in a long line of basketball talent. We've seen the 5'6 guard make an impact on Minnetonka's varsity roster since the 7th grade, meaning she is also one of the most experienced prospects in the class. A skilled ball handler, crafty facilitator, and efficient three-level scorer, Lariah is equally comfortable as a floor general or as an off-ball scoring guard. On the defensive end, the Skippers freshman plays with a fire and intensity that simply can't be taught. While she's not necessarily the biggest player on the court, Wright has consistently shown that she can compete against the best of the best.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#13 –</strong> Unlike some of the players on this list, Walker existed in relative anonymity just a few months ago. Nowadays she's one of the most sought-after prospects in the state. The Proctor freshman burst onto the scene this summer, showcasing her high-level, fluid athleticism, wiry strength, and outstanding feel for the game with [program_tooltip program_id='713214' first='Minnesota' last='Starks'] 14U. In the viewings since, Hadley has impressed scouts and coaches alike with her keen court vision, skilled footwork in the paint, and ability to navigate through traffic on her way to the rim. This winter she'll be a key piece of the puzzle for Proctor.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#14 –</strong> Much like Walker, Goranson has exploded onto the scene over the past six months. Standing at 5'11, Reese is a long and lanky guard who can also stretch the floor as a wing. She's quick, effortlessly athletic, and plays with a motor that allows her to make an impact in all areas of the game. Offensively the Proctor freshman is a skilled ball handler who can elevate over most defenders on her shot or just as easily explode to the rim. On the other end of the floor she puts her length to good use; Goranson excels as a versatile and disruptive defender who is highly effective as both a rim protector and a rebounder.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#15 –</strong> Like most freshmen, Schoenrock's game is far from a finished product. The obvious advantage here is that the St. Francis post stands at a whopping 6-foot-4. That kind of height doesn't come around often. Neither does Sophie's substantial length and superior mobility down low. It's no surprise that she excels as a rebounder and a shot blocker, but Schoenrock's ability to stretch the floor is an added bonus. We knew from the beginning that the [program_tooltip program_id='712722' first='North' last='Tartan'] center was likely to be a Division 1 prospect, but the astronomical development in her game that occurred this summer with the 14U EYBL squad has solidified that for us.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#16 –</strong> Much like her twin sister, Sophie, Haley has all the tools needed to compete at a high level in college. While we haven't seen her play much in recent months due to an injury, the 6'2 forward showed plenty of promise last winter when she led St. Francis in scoring, averaging just over 15 points per game as an 8th grader. Explosive off the bounce and incredibly hard working on both ends of the court, Schoenrock runs the floor with ease, can stretch her game out to the perimeter, and isn't afraid to play physical. While we're still awaiting her return to the court, Haley's long-term potential is incredibly high.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#17 –</strong> Schupp is one of those players who naturally knows how to fill up the stat sheet. Quick, crafty, and light on her feet, we saw the 5'10 guard make a huge impact with Westonka last season, leading the team in multiple statistical categories as an 8th grader. A naturally gifted athlete, Eve uses her length and speed to her advantage on both ends of the floor. On offense, she's a true three-level scorer with a smooth, fluid release on her outside shot, and a long, explosive stride on the drive. Defensively, Schupp is an active presence on the glass who has the versatility needed to guard multiple positions.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#18 –</strong> While not necessarily the flashiest player in the gym, Gess plays her role with exceptional consistency. Standing at 6 feet tall, the [program_tooltip program_id='713021' first='West' last='Central United'] wing is a fluid athlete who runs the floor with ease. She's calm, plays with poise, and plays a style of fundamentally sound, high IQ basketball that's remarkably well suited to the college game. She may not light up the scoreboard every night, but Lauren does all the little things that contribute to team success. She makes smart decisions with the ball, is disciplined on defense, and is an efficient shooter from beyond the arc. On top of that, Gess gives her full effort on each and every possession.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#19 –</strong> Nnaji has all of the physical tools required to play at the Division 1 level. With ample length and a powerful build, the 6'1 power forward is one of the strongest athletes in the class. She's light on her feet, quick in the open court, and has an explosive first step that will leave most defenders in the dust. This summer with [program_tooltip program_id='712697' first='MN' last='Crossfire'], Zion established herself as a skilled rebounder and rim protector, and was completely dominant as a rim runner and transition scorer. In the halfcourt Nnaji is a consistent finisher around the rim who can just as easily stretch her game out to the perimeter.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700"><strong>#20 –</strong> Not one to demand the spotlight, Hurley quietly put together an impressive body of work with [program_tooltip program_id='712722' first='North' last='Tartan'] EYBL over the summer. A poised, no-nonsense contributor, the Wayzata freshman has a robust fundamental skillset. She's a talented and unselfish passer, strong rebounder, and generates offense in a variety of ways. Where Makayla really shines, though, is her defense. Both quick and lengthy, Hurley is a disruptive defender who can protect the rim, and force turnovers with ease. Her outstanding athleticism and the flat-out effort she brings on each and every possession makes the 5'11 guard one of the toughest matchups in the freshman class.</p>
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This is what we work towards all summer – the scouting, evaluating, and sorting of the incoming 9th graders. The process of developing this year's Prep Girls Hoops Freshman 50, featuring Minnesota's premier prospects in the class of 2030, has been a labor of love. We've watched as many incoming freshman play as is humanly possible. We've talked to college coaches and AAU directors and many others to reach this point. Given the depth of this class, some quality players definitely got left out. Fortunately we add new names and re-sort the list three times a year.
HOW THE RANKINGS WORK
In case you aren't familiar, allow us to remind you of how the Prep Girls Hoops evaluation process works.
The most important thing to remember is this: The rankings measure college potential, not current high school performance. Our goal isn't to identify the best 9th graders right now; it's to project who will be the best college freshmen four years from now. That's why some players who haven't yet played varsity appear in the upper half of the list and others who will lead their high school teams this winter may not appear at all.
The evaluation process considers traits that translate to the next level:
Height, length, and athleticism
Skill development and shooting mechanics
Court vision and basketball IQ
Leadership, body language, and coachability
Our evaluation team includes current and former AAU, high school, and college coaches. Everyone contributes under anonymity to keep the process objective. We know we won't get every ranking right, but the vast majority of legitimate college prospects eventually find their place on the list.
Here are the prospects ranked from 11th to 20th in the Class of 2030.
#11 – Having been on our radar for some time, Retzlaff has been competing at a high level for multiple years now. A top performer at the most recent AAU and high school state tournaments, Elin is a dynamic, physical guard with a real knack for putting the ball in the basket. Standing at 5'9, the Hillcrest Lutheran freshman has a strong, powerful build and the athleticism needed to compete at the Division 1 level. Relentlessly hard working with a tremendous basketball IQ and a robust grasp on the fundamentals of the game, Retzlaff's poise, motor, and sheer impact has already made her a standout performer in Class A.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
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#12 – Wright is yet another baller in a long line of basketball talent. We've seen the 5'6 guard make an impact on Minnetonka's varsity roster since the 7th grade, meaning she is also one of the most experienced prospects…
#13 – Unlike some of the players on this list, Walker existed in relative anonymity just a few months ago. Nowadays she's one of the most sought-after prospects in the state. The Proctor freshman burst onto the scene this summer, showcasing her high-level, fluid athleticism, wiry strength, and outstanding feel for the game with Minnesota Starks
14U. In the viewings since, Hadley has impressed scouts and coaches alike with her keen court vision, skilled footwork in the paint, and ability to navigate through traffic on her way to the rim. This winter she'll be a key piece of the puzzle for Proctor.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
#14 – Much like Walker, Goranson has exploded onto the scene over the past six months. Standing at 5'11, Reese is a long and lanky guard who can also stretch the floor as a wing. She's quick, effortlessly athletic, and plays with a motor that allows her to make an impact in all areas of the game. Offensively the Proctor freshman is a skilled ball handler who can elevate over most defenders on her shot or just as easily explode to the rim. On the other end of the floor she puts her length to good use; Goranson excels as a versatile and disruptive defender who is highly effective as both a rim protector and a rebounder.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
#15 – Like most freshmen, Schoenrock's game is far from a finished product. The obvious advantage here is that the St. Francis post stands at a whopping 6-foot-4. That kind of height doesn't come around often. Neither does Sophie's substantial length and superior mobility down low. It's no surprise that she excels as a rebounder and a shot blocker, but Schoenrock's ability to stretch the floor is an added bonus. We knew from the beginning that the North Tartan
center was likely to be a Division 1 prospect, but the astronomical development in her game that occurred this summer with the 14U EYBL squad has solidified that for us.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
#16 – Much like her twin sister, Sophie, Haley has all the tools needed to compete at a high level in college. While we haven't seen her play much in recent months due to an injury, the 6'2 forward showed plenty of promise last winter when she led St. Francis in scoring, averaging just over 15 points per game as an 8th grader. Explosive off the bounce and incredibly hard working on both ends of the court, Schoenrock runs the floor with ease, can stretch her game out to the perimeter, and isn't afraid to play physical. While we're still awaiting her return to the court, Haley's long-term potential is incredibly high.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
#17 – Schupp is one of those players who naturally knows how to fill up the stat sheet. Quick, crafty, and light on her feet, we saw the 5'10 guard make a huge impact with Westonka last season, leading the team in multiple statistical categories as an 8th grader. A naturally gifted athlete, Eve uses her length and speed to her advantage on both ends of the floor. On offense, she's a true three-level scorer with a smooth, fluid release on her outside shot, and a long, explosive stride on the drive. Defensively, Schupp is an active presence on the glass who has the versatility needed to guard multiple positions.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
#18 – While not necessarily the flashiest player in the gym, Gess plays her role with exceptional consistency. Standing at 6 feet tall, the West Central United
wing is a fluid athlete who runs the floor with ease. She's calm, plays with poise, and plays a style of fundamentally sound, high IQ basketball that's remarkably well suited to the college game. She may not light up the scoreboard every night, but Lauren does all the little things that contribute to team success. She makes smart decisions with the ball, is disciplined on defense, and is an efficient shooter from beyond the arc. On top of that, Gess gives her full effort on each and every possession.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
#19 – Nnaji has all of the physical tools required to play at the Division 1 level. With ample length and a powerful build, the 6'1 power forward is one of the strongest athletes in the class. She's light on her feet, quick in the open court, and has an explosive first step that will leave most defenders in the dust. This summer with MN Crossfire
, Zion established herself as a skilled rebounder and rim protector, and was completely dominant as a rim runner and transition scorer. In the halfcourt Nnaji is a consistent finisher around the rim who can just as easily stretch her game out to the perimeter.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
#20 – Not one to demand the spotlight, Hurley quietly put together an impressive body of work with North Tartan
EYBL over the summer. A poised, no-nonsense contributor, the Wayzata freshman has a robust fundamental skillset. She's a talented and unselfish passer, strong rebounder, and generates offense in a variety of ways. Where Makayla really shines, though, is her defense. Both quick and lengthy, Hurley is a disruptive defender who can protect the rim, and force turnovers with ease. Her outstanding athleticism and the flat-out effort she brings on each and every possession makes the 5'11 guard one of the toughest matchups in the freshman class.
Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers.
Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.
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