We don’t name MVPs at events like this, but if we did, Denkmann made a strong case to take home some hardware. The 6-footer out of where else, Wayzata, was clicking on all cylinders. Inside, outside, off the bounce, on the boards and defensively, she left her imprint on all three courts throughout the day. Denkmann showed off her range and ability to score from different spots, but she was far from selfish. She kept her teammates involved, delivering on-the-money passes that led to easy opportunities. She just seemed to be involved in everything. Currently ranked No. 3 in the 2029 class, that doesn’t happen by chance. She’s put the work in, and it shows every time she laces them up. There’s a big year ahead for this dynamo.

#2: A highly touted prospect for a number of years now, Denkmann has taken her game up several notches recently. Standing north of 6-foot with a lengthy frame and smooth, fluid athleticism, the Wayzata point guard makes a major impact every time she steps on the floor. With the ability to get downhill, pull up in the midrange, or shoot the lights out from the three-point line, Brielle is a true three-level scorer. Her offensive skillset is remarkably polished for her age, with plenty of tricks up her sleeve. To top it off, Denkmann’s work ethic is through the roof.

After missing the PGH Freshman Showcase due to illness, we invited Denkmann to join us for the Expo. Brielle was more than ready to show off her skills. The standout 2029 prospect impacted the game in every way, showing off her scoring prowess, her high-pressure perimeter defense, and her top-tier court vision and passing abilities. The Wayzata freshman plays the game with fluid athleticism and a great deal of finesse. She holds several Division 1 offers, including St. Thomas, Marquette, and South Dakota State. Despite her absence last weekend, Brielle is a shoo-in for a top 5 spot in our initial rankings of the 2029 class.

With a long, athletic frame and explosive scoring ability, Denkmann has all the tools to compete at the high-major level. She finishes through contact with ease, showing excellent body control and touch around the rim. Brielle can bury threes as well as anyone in the class, and her size, length, and speed make her a handful to defend effectively. She plays with power and poise, and impacts the game on the defensive end in a big way. Brielle is a consistent scorer and playmaker with elite upside – a potential #1 prospect in the Class of 2029.