mak

c/o ‘26 | Sanford | Lyman High School #21

[mak @_makscott]

https://t.co/qx9azfMeck. Check out my Sophomore season highlights‼️
➖1000 point scorer
➖School career block leader (210)
➖School record most points in a game (40)
➖Class B All-Tournament Team
➖Class B All-State 2nd Team

[Jordyn Scott @Jordynbscott]

After a great visit and talk with Coach Traphagen, I am blessed to receive an offer from the University of Sioux Falls!! @USFCougarsWBB @AmbushNorth @HooksBrevan @lymangbb

[Lyman Raiders Girls Basketball @lymangbb]

STATE BOUND!!!

[Lyman Raiders Girls Basketball @lymangbb]

Senior night at the Lyman Gardens against Philip!!! Tonight we recognize @_makscott on the career records she now holds!! Girls varsity with a tip-off at 6:15!! @605_sports @605Jandy

[Lyman Raiders Girls Basketball @lymangbb]

https://t.co/yJ57xFzDOG

[Lyman Raiders Girls Basketball @lymangbb]

Home opener Saturday, December 13th vs Gettysburg!!
📸: Becky Palmer

[Derrick Beechum @coachbeechum]

CONCEPTUALLY THINKING BASKETBALL: Film Study

@lymangbb @_makscott @ssahoopsteams

MAK SCOTT (’26) – Lyman HS / Sacred Hoops

6’0” Power Forward | Top-5 South Dakota |

Elite Motor Forward with Defensive Versatility and High-Energy Production

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PLAYER OVERVIEW

IDENTITY SNAPSHOT:
- Height/Position: 6’0” Power Forward (projects as versatile forward/wing)
- School/Club: Lyman HS (Presho, SD) / Sacred Hoops Circuit
- Key Honors: Top-5 South Dakota 2026, Class B All-State 2nd Team, All-Tournament Team
- Career Milestones: 1000+ Points, School Record 40 Points (Single Game), 210 Career Blocks (School Leader)
- Circuit Exposure: Sacred Hoops AAU, PrepHoops Midwest Events, Sanford Sports Academy

OFFENSIVE MASTERY

SCORING ARSENAL:
Scott’s offensive value derives from versatility and relentless energy rather than singular elite skill. She scores efficiently through multiple methods: face-up jump shots from mid-range, drives off the bounce from the perimeter, and post-ups against smaller defenders. The 1000-point career milestone and 40-point single-game school record validate consistent scoring production.

Her ball-handling comfort versus pressure allows her to function as a secondary initiator in some possessions. She makes simple reads, delivers accurate passes to cutters, and rarely turns the ball over through poor decisions. This offensive intelligence suggests she can operate in various system types at the next level.

FINISHING + TOUCH:
Watch for sequences where she finishes through contact with touch and body control. Her scoring around the basket combines power, finesse, and basketball intelligence. She uses angles effectively, adjusts to shot-blockers, and converts difficult attempts in traffic. The mid-range touch provides reliable scoring when defenses pack the paint.

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DEFENSIVE DISRUPTION

SHOT BLOCKING + RIM PROTECTION:
The 210 career blocks as school leader and 3.5 blocks per game validate elite rim protection capacity for her size. Scott functions as a legitimate deterrent at the basket while maintaining perimeter defensive responsibilities. Her timing, anticipation, and vertical explosion create significant defensive event production.

ENERGY + MOTOR:
Scott’s defensive value amplifies through relentless effort and competitive intensity. She pursues every loose ball, crashes defensive glass aggressively, and sprints back in transition consistently. This motor creates defensive possessions and transition opportunities that don’t appear in traditional statistics.

GAME CONTROL + REBOUNDING

REBOUNDING DOMINANCE:
The 10.0 rebounds per game reflects elite positioning intelligence and relentless pursuit. Scott boxes out consistently, pursues offensive rebounds with abandon, and converts defensive rebounds into transition opportunities through smart outlet passes or dribble pushes.

DEVELOPMENTAL NOTES

ATHLETIC TOOLS:
Current athletic profile projects favorably with continued physical development. Her speed, agility, vertical explosion, and change-of-direction already function at high level. The frame supports additional muscle mass through collegiate training programs without compromising mobility.

THE @coachbeechum VERDICT

Mak Scott represents the high-motor forward archetype that wins at every level through effort, versatility, and competitive intensity. Her combination of elite defensive tools, scoring versatility, and relentless energy creates a profile that should command significant Division I mid-major or high Division II attention.
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[Lyman Raiders Girls Basketball @lymangbb]

Congratulations @_makscott for Class B 1st Team All-State honors and becoming Lyman’s career point leader!!

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

Congrats 🎉 to these #SanfordFam athletes for earning ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM honors at the Class 🅱️‼️

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ Emma Marshall
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ @MadalaHanson1
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣7️⃣ @berkleyziebart
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣8️⃣ @izzie_eide

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott with the DOUBLE-DOUBLE on 1️⃣3️⃣pts and 1️⃣0️⃣rebs helping Lyman to a State Tournament W‼️

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

Congrats 🎉 to these ladies for being named 1ST TEAM ALL-WESTERN GREAT PLAINS CONFERENCE‼️

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ Bella Williams (MVP)
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott finishes with 1️⃣7️⃣pts AND a State Tourney bid‼️

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott leads her group to the SoDak 16 finishing with 2️⃣1️⃣pts and 8️⃣rebs‼️

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

We 👀 ya’ll GAMECHANGERS‼️

Boys
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @WesleyWittler

Girls
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣8️⃣ @Taylor_Reuvers

Keep putting in the work!!!

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

Big S/O to this group of #SanfordFam athletes who have had big-time performances and helped their teams to good success this SZN‼️

WEEK 2️⃣

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @SamDeGroot_
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @WesleyWittler
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣7️⃣ @berkleyziebart

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

We 👀 ya’ll GAMECHANGERS‼️

Boys
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ @nickhans23
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @WesleyWittler

Girls
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ @lennix140
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣7️⃣ @brayleeb3
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣7️⃣ @CradduckKailey
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣8️⃣ @Taylor_Reuvers

Keep putting in the work!!!

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

We 👀 ya’ll GAMECHANGERS‼️

Boys
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @WesleyWittler
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣7️⃣ @CarterCraven23

Girls
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @AshlanCC1
2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott

Keep putting in the work and leading your groups!!

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Sanford Sports Academy Basketball Teams @ssahoopsteams]

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ @_makscott with another big night scoring 2️⃣6️⃣pts and grabbing 6️⃣rebs‼️

Mak helped Lyman to the win over Stanley County!!

#SanfordSports | #StrongerTogether

[Ryan Deal @RyanDeal_605]

Thursday’s girls 🏀 highlights #sdpreps
•Ashlyn Koupal had 25 points and 10 rebounds for Wagner
•Lyman’s Mak Scott tallied 26 points and six rebounds
•Hanson’s Kylie Haiar posted 19 points and 20 rebounds https://t.co/b3Vjtl6L1C

[Ryan Deal @RyanDeal_605]

Tuesday’s girls 🏀 highlights #sdpreps
•Jordyn Scott (18 points) and Mak Scott (16 points) paced Lyman past Kadoka
•Ashlan Carlow-Blount (32 points, 16 rebounds, eight steals, eight dimes) powered Mahpiya Luta
•Arlington’s Jaelyn Huntimer had 27 points https://t.co/UWBv0ozRZe

[605 Sports @605_sports]

Jan. 14 Girls Basketball Roundup - No. 3 Lyman hands Kadoka Area first loss in Tuesday action #sdpreps
https://t.co/Q4SGVlhEB7