Bouman offers a mix of size, length and an intriguing collection of perimeter skills in a 6-foot frame. That sounds ideal, doesn’t it? The Spearfish forward is comfortable handling the basketball, can step outside and knock down the three and has shown an especially nice pull-up jumper from the mid-range. Finley runs the floor extremely well, plays with a huge motor and has the explosiveness and body control to make plays in transition. Bouman also displays a good sense of timing and anticipation, using her reach effectively at both ends of the floor. Really her versatility may ultimately be her greatest strength. Bouman has the tools to operate as a traditional forward when needed but is skilled enough to stretch the floor and create difficult matchups away from the basket. As she continues to get stronger, Finley’s long-term projection is only going to get better.

We’ve written about Bouman before, but she continues to justify the attention. Quite simply, I think she’s one of the premier prospects in South Dakota’s Class of 2030. At 6 feet with outstanding length and a remarkably polished skill set, Finley already plays the game well beyond her years. She rebounds, handles the ball, makes sharp reads, and gets up and down the floor with impressive pace. What really stands out is her versatility. She can initiate offense, score from multiple spots, or facilitate for teammates, making her the type of positionless player today’s college coaches covet. Add in her consistent effort and basketball IQ, and the future looks exceptionally bright.