Region Preview: 4A Black Canyon
Combs High School looks poised to have another solid season in 4A with Cory Pearson and Brian Tucker leading the way. Due to their contributions, this group is the favorite to win the 4A Black Canyon region. One of Combs top competitors for the Black Canyon region will be Dysart who will have to find a way to win games despite losing the big man presence they have had the last couple of seasons.
Region Preview: 4A Black Canyon
1. Combs
Combs has found a way over the last couple of seasons to continue to replace key players. This year, Cory Pearson will be prepared to make a big leap. He contributed at a high level last year and brings great length with his 6’7 size. In addition to Pearson’s size and rebounding ability, Combs will be aided by Brian Tucker’s ability to shoot the basketball from deep. He can spread the court which will give Pearson the ability to operate on the block.
2. Dysart
Mikel Beyers departure will be tough on the group. They have been fortunate to have some quality bigs come through as of recent who have provided length and versatility to the group. With Beyers gone, Eli Childs will lose one of his favorite targets. Childs is a solid pass first point guard who can get his teammates involved. In order for Childs to maximize his passing ability he will need teammates to step up their production. Some of the teammates that will be looked to for more of a role will include Raphael Alvarado and Charles Proby.
3. Apache Junction
Apache Junction can shoot the basketball at a high rate and brings back a number of contributors who can spread the floor. They lack size, but their ability to shoot it from deep will create some mismatch nightmares for opposing teams. Their top returning player and shooter is Evan Quiroz. Quiroz is a capable shooter from anywhere on the floor and can create for himself extremely well despite only being 5’10. Due to their lack of size Brigham Mikey is a crucial piece to the group as he corrals the majority of the rebounds. If he is able to shoot the basketball a little bit better from deep, he will maximize his production on the court.
4A Black Canyon: Other Key Contributors
4. Washington
Key Contributors: Ramon “MoMo” Franklin and Jarod Smiley
5. Coronado
Key Contributors: Amir Evans
6. Cortez
Key Contributors: N/A