Iowa All-State Teams: Class 3A
The Iowa Newspaper Association named their all-state teams last week, and now it’s our turn. Here are our all-state selections for Class 3A. FIRST TEAM Player of the Year: Cordell Pemsl, Dubuque Wahlert (2016) Stats: 21.3 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.1…
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Continue ReadingThe Iowa Newspaper Association named their all-state teams last week, and now it’s our turn. Here are our all-state selections for Class 3A.
FIRST TEAM
Player of the Year: Cordell Pemsl, Dubuque Wahlert (2016)
Stats: 21.3 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.7 steals, 1.3 blocks, 63.8 FG%
A sterling career for the Wahlert power forward came to an end with a championship game loss, but Pemsl still carried the Golden Eagles to three straight title game appearances, winning a pair of them. The Iowa commit has been a walking double-double since his freshman year, something that is unheard of playing in the MVC.
Ryan Kriener, Spirit Lake (2016)
Stats: 22.4 points, 11.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 2.5 blocks, 68.0 FG%, 72.6 FT%
Another Iowa big man commit, Kriener posted some outstanding numbers, proving to be a dominant force on both ends of the floor. Another walking double-double with great efficiency numbers, he’s a capable inside-outside scoring threat, and a solid rim protector on the other end.
Levi Jansen, MOC-Floyd Valley (2016)
Stats: 18.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.9 steals, 51.9 FG%, 39.3 3P%, 77.5 FT%
A dominant scoring guard, Jansen was actually asked by the MOC-FV staff to facilitate a little bit more this season, something he did well, as evidenced by his 5+ assists per game. He also showed that he can still take over a game by scoring, going off for 42 points in the Dutchmen’s quarterfinal loss at the state tournament. He turned down Division I offers to play Division II ball at powerhouse Augustana, where he should star.
Shammond Ivory, Perry (2016)
Stats: 22.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.7 steals, 51.7 FG%
A powerful scoring guard, Ivory helped carry the Bluejays to their first state tournament since 1988. The physical lefty is a force getting to the rim, using his strength to finish through contact. He’ll be headed to a junior college, with hopes of it leading to a Division I down the road.
Ryan Hawkins, Atlantic (2016)
Stats: 22.2 points, 13.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 3.9 steals, 1.9 blocks, 54.6 FG%, 73.1 FT%
The Wayne State commit showcased his all-around ability throughout the season, posting a big-time double-double, while also contributing across the board on both ends of the floor. He’s got the ability to handle the ball at 6’7″, can score inside and out, and has a knack for making plays on the defensive end. He should have a great career at WSC.
SECOND TEAM
Kyle Juhl, Harlan (2016)
Stats: 18.3 points, 11.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 2.1 steals, 2.6 blocks, 51.4 FG%
The Division II Nebraska-Kearney commit led the Cyclones in scoring, rebounding, steals and blocks, and shot an efficient 51.4% from the floor. He’s got the ability to score inside and out, is dominant on the glass and can handle the ball a bit. A solid all-around player who should have a nice career at the next level.
Daric Laing, Chariton (2016)
Stats: 22.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.9 steals, 45.7 FG%, 76.5 FT%
Half of the Chargers’ senior duo, the point guard led the team in scoring and steals, and ranked second in assists. A smooth shooter, especially from the mid-range, he was a four-year varsity starter for Chariton.
T.J. Hockenson, Chariton (2016)
Stats: 19.8 points, 10.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.6 blocks, 57.6 FG%
The Iowa football commit was dominant on the interior for the Chargers, helping lead them back to the state tournament and to a fourth place finish. A well-built forward, he’s strong, supremely athletic and has good touch around the rim. Another four-year Chariton starter.
Billy Brown, Spirit Lake (2016)
Stats: 21.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 2.5 assist-to-turnover ratio, 55.8 FG%, 39.7 3P%, 83.6 FT%
The North Dakota commit put up some great numbers for the Indians, stuffing the stat sheet and taking care of the ball. A well-built point guard, he’s got no trouble getting to the rim and finishing, and he’s a solid shooter from the arc, particularly off the dribble.
Ryan Van Wyk, Pella (2017)
Stats: 14.9 points, 9.5 rebounds, 67.4 FG%
Van Wyk helped pace the highest scoring team in 3A, leading the Dutch in scoring and rebounding while shooting an eye-popping 67.4% from the floor. With the high school team he does a majority of his work around the rim, but playing on the grassroots circuit with Shoot-It, he’s shown the ability to stretch the floor as well.
THIRD TEAM
Landon Rash, Algona (2016)
Stats: 21.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.4 steals, 48.9 FG%, 43.4 3P%, 77.5 FT%
The point guard led Algona in scoring, rebounding and assists, while also ranking second in steals and blocks. A true do-everything player, he was fantastic from behind the arc in leading an Algona team that went 17-6.
Brady Sartorius, Mount Pleasant (2018)
Stats: 16.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.8 steals, 49.8 FG%, 38.5 3P%, 82.1 FT%
The sophomore lead guard paced one of the state’s youngest teams, leading them to the substate final, where they lost to eventual champion Xavier. A steady guard with the ability to take over a game either scoring or facilitating, he’ll be a force for the next two years for a Mount Pleasant team that started four sophomores.
DeAndre Burnside, Sioux City Heelan (2016)
Stats: 22.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.7 steals, 48.3 FG%, 75.6 FT%
A dominant scoring guard, Burnside had some huge nights in the scoring column, helping right the ship for Heelan after an uncharacteristic season in 2014-15. He uses his quickness, handles and strength to do a majority of his damage at the rim.
Jake Kluender, Spencer (2016)
Stats: 21.0 points, 10.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.9 steals, 63.9 FG%
Kluender averaged an impressive double-double for the Tigers, while shooting nearly 64% from the floor. He also led the team in both steals and blocks, proving to be an effective defender.
Trenton Hillbrands, LeMars (2017)
Stats: 23.9 points, 9.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.7 steals, 55.6 FG%, 37.1 3P%, 73.3 FT%
It was a rough season for LeMars after finishing second in 2014-15, but Hillbrands was a huge bright spot. Despite being the focal point of opposing defensive game plans, he still led the class in scoring, and did so efficiently. The guard also chipped in nine rebounds and nearly five assists per game. He’s in line for a big summer playing with South Dakota Attack.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Will Warner, Pella (2016)
Connor Gholson, Newton (2017)
Max Techau, Cedar Rapids Xavier (2017)
Mitchell Burger, Cedar Rapids Xavier (2016)
Nate Mohr, Glenwood (2018)
Austin Phyfe, Waverly-Shell Rock (2017)
Alec Fuhs, Webster City (2016)
Cade McKnight, Grinnell (2017)