Region Preview: 6A Metro
The 6A Metro region is a little down due to transfers and graduation. With that said, Cesar Chavez and Central always have some of the best athletes in the state. Further, there are a couple of really talented 2021 prospects who will most likely make their varsity debuts this season despite being a freshman.
Region Preview: 6A Metro
1. Cesar Chavez
Chavez lost a couple of key prospects due to transfers and graduation. However, they have two of the best 2021 prospects in the state coming in. Ty Ty Washington and Ricardo Sarmiento will play huge roles with a lot of spots needing to be filled. Sarmiento and Washington are capable of scoring from day 1. In addition to those two, Kaleb Martin has the most varsity experience and proven success at this level. Martin will be one of the top scorers for the team. Lastly, Joseph Samaniego is one of the top shooters in the state. His ability to shoot the basketball from deep will be a key part of this team’s success this year.
2. Central
Central is going to be really young this year. However, they have plenty of talent and should be able to keep up in a region that is a little depleted. One of the new players to keep an eye on is Dominique Newsome. In addition to Newsome, Greg Butler will run the show offensively and be responsible for putting a youthful group in spots where they can make an impact. This team will take their bumps and bruises this upcoming season. With that said, they can compete and will make a lot of noise in the future.
3. North
North brings back a couple of key players from last year’s 8 win team. The top player returning is Marcos Valdez who was 1st Team All-Region last season. Valdez runs the show for the team and has a good feel for the game. His ability to get into the paint and create for his teammates enables North to have success. In addition to Valdez, Luis Romero will return after a 2nd Team All-Region performance last season.
6A Metro: Other Key Contributors
4. Trevor Browne
Key Contributors: Ambulai Quayle and Rosario Preciado
5. Alhambra
Key Contributors: Felix Thomas and Keivon Robinson
6. Maryvale
Key Contributors: Sam Diego and Alex Lopez