Class 5A West Area preview
The Class 5A West Area bracket is headlined by the defending champion Carl Albert Titans. However, after that it could be a very interesting set of games. Get a complete breakdown of the top players and predictions for each game…
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Continue ReadingThe Class 5A West Area bracket is headlined by the defending champion Carl Albert Titans. However, after that it could be a very interesting set of games. Get a complete breakdown of the top players and predictions for each game below.
Three players to watch
Mason Harrell 2018 Carl Albert Point Guard
Harrell is a high level Point Guard receiving low major Division I looks with the numbers he is putting up consistently on the court. He has led Carl Albert in scoring and assists all season. At the Point Guard spot, Harrell is the definition of clutch.
Trey Hopkins 2018 Carl Albert Wing
We try to not put two players from the same school in the players to watch since we are only doing 3, but Hopkins and Harrell are no brainers. Hopkins is a super athletic wing with crazy bounce. He has High Major Division I potential with his athleticism and skill set at 6’4.
Callen Haydon 2017 El Reno Point Guard
Haydon is an elite Division II Point Guard prospect in the state of Oklahoma. He has been very impressive throughout this season carrying El Reno on his back. Haydon is making others around him better on the court. He is starting to hear from more and more schools.
Predictions
Games at Moore
Carl Albert vs Lawton Ike
The Titans are loaded and ready to defend their title. Lawton Ike entered the year as the #3 team in Class 5A, but faltered in the regular season. Lawton Ike has talent to compete with Carl Albert, but it will take their best game to knock off Carl Albert. The Titans punch their ticket to state with Harrell and Hopkins leading the way.
Consolation: Ardmore vs Southeast
After two of their best players from a year ago moving off, Ardmore has had a good season. Southeast will look to end their season on Friday. Ronald Walker is the player to watch in this game. The 6’3 2017 Wing has great athleticism and has really taken his game to new heights this season on the court. Division II and JUCO programs should give Walker a strong look. Ardmore has a nice story of a team fighting despite losing two of their best two players from the previous year, but Southeast gets it done and advances.
Consolation Championship: Southeast vs Lawton Ike
If we end up with this matchup it will be an entertaining one for sure. Lawton Ike and Southeast made the state tournament a year ago. Only one will likely make the return trip this year. This game comes down to fire power outside the top guys. Lawton Ike has a better supporting cast than Southeast. Lawton Ike with RJ Fisher, Romio Harvey and company advance to state.
Games at Edmond North
Shawnee vs El Reno
The two teams split their season series. Callen Haydon will be extremely fun to watch in this matchup with his scoring talents. Carson Meier is one to watch at Shawnee with his 6’5 height and sniper jumper. Both of these teams likely make it to state, but this one is so important to enter as the 2 seed in the state tournament. Prep Hoops predicts El Reno finds a way to get a late win. Look for a young 2019 Wing, Dyson Plumley to do some damage for the Indians.
Consolation: Lawton Mac vs Piedmont
Lawton Mac is coming off a tough drubbing at home in the Regional final to crosstown rival, Lawton Ike. One would think Lawton Mac responds well coming out firing on all cylinders. Piedmont has a lot of young talent, but they appear to be a year away. Lawton Mac wins this one.
Consolation Championship: Lawton Mac vs Shawnee
Lawton Mac and Shawnee would be an interesting matchup. How would Shawnee handle the athleticism of Lawton Mac? It won’t be easy, however Shawnee behind their cast of many solid players gets a state tournament birth. Don’t be surprised when the Wolves make some noise.
Four teams for state on the west in Class 5A
1 Seed Carl Albert
2 Seed El Reno
3 Seed Shawnee
4 Seed Lawton Ike
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