Region Preview: Region 13
Region 13 is without a doubt the toughest region in 3A. The winner of this region will be the favorite to win the state championship. With that said, there is enough talent in this region that anyone could lose to virtually anyone. It would be surprising to see any team run this region and complete this gauntlet undefeated.
Region Preview: Region 13
1. Judge Memorial
Although Judge will take the step back from 4A to 3A, this is far from a forgone conclusion. This is as tough of a region as there is in 3A. In order for Judge to win this region title, they will need to find new role players in a hurry. They lost a huge portion of their team from last year. With that said, they bring back Parker Edgington who will be responsible for running the show while the rest of the group figures out their roles. Despite only being 6’1, Edgington was able to attain 4 double-doubles this past season. He will be relied upon heavily this upcoming season.
2. Summit Academy
Everything with Summit Academy will start with Isaiah Green, His ability to control the tempo of the game and put his teammates in the right spots will be essential to the team’s success. In addition to Green, Jay Gilson provides good length on the offensive and defensive end. His ability to finish around the rim and protect the rim will aid this group greatly. Further, he will assist Summit Academy in winning a number of the rebound battles. Lastly, Nick Maness is one of the most consistent shooters in the state. Between these three, Summit should be prepared to make a run for the Region 13 title as well as the state title.
3. Grantsville
Grantsville might seem like a surprise in this spot. However, Brady Arbon will be a key factor in this team’s success and in their ability to surprise a lot of people. Arbon is 6’4 and plays the game with a lot of physicality. His ability to score the ball in the paint and crash the glass will be contagious to the rest of the group. In addition to Arbon, Kevin Roberts will bring a consistent scoring threat. Roberts is a capable shooter from a number of spots on the floor and will be required to play a bigger scoring role this season. This group should be a solid contender in 3A as well as Region 13.
Region 13: Other Key Contributors
4. Morgan
Key Contributors: Cade Russell
5. South Summit
Key Contributors: Kael Atkinson