Mitchell Kernels: Team Preview
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Mitchell, SD – This fortunate program gets to call the Corn Palace its home and play all their home games at that amazing venue! Mitchell will have a new head coach this season, Ryker Kreutzfeldt. The roster for the Kernels…
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Continue ReadingMitchell, SD – This fortunate program gets to call the Corn Palace its home and play all their home games at that amazing venue! Mitchell will have a new head coach this season, Ryker Kreutzfeldt. The roster for the Kernels is highlighted by Caden Hinker Caden Hinker 6'6" | PF Mitchell | 2022 State SD , who committed to Augustana this offseason. Hinker is the #1 Ranked Prospect in the South Dakota 2022 Class. Now let’s take a deeper look at the Kernels, who play their first game on Friday against Huron.
Coach Kreutzfeldt talks about excitement heading into the season
“We are very excited for the upcoming season because we have had a great offseason. We’ve seen a lot of growth throughout our roster. We believe we have some up-and-comers that will surprise teams this year.“
Coach Kreutzfeldt comments on Strengths of the Kernels
“We feel that we have a very smart and extremely committed team. Our strengths will be our ability to play at a fast pace and having multiple scoring options.“
Top Players
Caden Hinker Caden Hinker 6'6" | PF Mitchell | 2022 State SD (2022) |6-9 F|
He is an extremely talented player that can play any position on the floor. The Kernels will look to Caden as a facilitator on the offensive end. On defense, Mitchell will need Hinker to be the anchor. Everything the Kernels do will be centered around Hinker.
Macon Larson Macon Larson 5'6" | PG Mitchell | 2022 SD (2022) |5-10 G|
He is a versatile guard who will play at the point for Mitchell this year. Macon is an excellent shooter and a skilled playmaker. Larson has the ability to lead the Kernels in points on any given night as well as get all of his teammates involved.
Gavyn Degen Gavyn Degen 5'11" | PG Mitchell | 2022 SD (2022) |6-0 G|
He is a 4-year varsity letter-winner for Mitchell. Degen is a great shooter who excels in transition. The Kernels will look to him for scoring and to be a great perimeter defender.
Dylan Soulek Dylan Soulek 6'3" | SG Mitchell | 2023 State SD (2023) |6-2 G|
He is an extremely athletic guard whose length causes problems for his match-up defensively. Dylan is a great playmaker who finishes very well around the rim. Look for Soulek to make a big step in his Junior year.
Steele Morgan Steele Morgan 6'5" | PF Mitchell | 2023 State SD (2023) |6-5 F|
He has rich basketball history in his family. Steele has a variety of moves in the post and is a great rebounder. Morgan has greatly improved his outside shot over the off-season.
Charlie McCardle Charlie McCardle 6'1" | SF Mitchell | 2023 State SD (2023) |6-3 F|
He is always the hardest worker on the floor. Charlie plays much bigger than his size would indicate. McCardle can score in the post and also provides consistent 3-point shooting.
Aiden Myers (2023) |6-1 G|
He is a guard who excels at getting to the rim. Myers is a great finisher around the rim and an extremely tough defender. Aiden will play a big role for Mitchell this season.
Jackson Childs (2023) |6-5 G|
He is a very lengthy guard who can guard and play multiple positions. Jackson is a solid shooter from beyond the 3-point arc.
Markus Talley Markus Talley 6'2" | PG Mitchell | 2025 State SD (2025) |6-0 G|
He is a sharpshooting lefty. Talley will be one of the best shooters on the Kernel team. Markus always seems to be making the correct player. He has an extremely high basketball IQ. I also like his skill and quickness.
Coach Ryker Kreutzfeldt on Team Goals
“Our goal this year is the same as every year, make the state tournament. We feel that we have some talent here that will improve with every game. We expect to be a contender.“
Kernel Schedule
December 10 (home) vs Huron
December 14 (home) vs Watertown
December 17 @ Brookings
December 28 Hoops City Classic vs Thunder Basin (WY) @ Corn Palace
December 29 Hoops City Classic vs Campbell County (WY) @ Corn Palace
January 4 (home) vs Harrisburg
January 7 (home) vs Yankton
January 11 @ Huron
January 13 @ Pierre
January 21 @ Sturgis Brown
January 22 @ Spearfish
January 29 (home) vs Sioux Falls Lincoln
February 1 (home) vs Sioux Falls Jefferson
February 4 @ Sioux Falls Roosevelt
February 8 (home) vs Aberdeen Central
February 15 @ Sioux Falls Washington
February 18 (home) vs Rapid City Stevens
February 19 (home) Rapid City Central
February 22 (home) Brandon Valley
February 25 @ O’gorman