4A SIC Preview 2020-21: Top Teams to Watch

<p>The 2020-21 season is quickly approaching and Idaho’s top talent will be on full display on the court. The 4A SIC is packed with talent this year and there are sure to be a ton of great games played throughout the season. Here is a an early look at what to expect from the 4A SIC this season.</p> <p><strong>Middleton Vikings: </strong>Under coach Andrew Harrington, the Vikings put together an impressive 15-1 conference record on the road to losing in the state semi-finals. Middleton will miss the loss of graduating senior [player_tooltip player_id="553031" first="Tyler" last="Robinett"] but will look to their guard-heavy line-up to take on the 4A SIC. Watch for Merit Foote, a 6’0" hard-nosed defender and willing passer, [player_tooltip player_id="919671" first="Taede" last="Stucki"], a 6’2" guard with a great looking jump shot and a quick release.</p> <p><strong>Bishop Kelly Knights: </strong>The Knights, led by coach Ryan Kerns, will look to jump to the top of the conference standings this season after finishing 12-4 in 2019-20. After making the state tournament, the Knights lost in the opening round, but will have plenty of talent and depth to make a run for the state title this season. Watch for Aiden McCarthy, a 6'0" senior guard with great vision and a quick release on his jumpshot, and Skyler Kichak, a 6'3" guard/forward with excellent hands on defense and lots of energy.</p> <p><strong>Nampa Bulldogs:</strong> After finishing 10-6 in conference play in 2019-20 under coach Derek Pegram, the Bulldogs look to climb the conference ladder and take home the top spot this season. Nampa has slowly been building their way back into a powerhouse program and I expect 2020-21 to be a breakout season for the Bulldogs. Look for Colton Seable to do a little bit of everything for the Bulldogs from guard play, all the way to the post, and as a defensive stopper.</p> <p><strong>Vallivue Falcons:</strong> The Falcons, under coach Mario Betancourt, finished last season at 9-7. The 2020-21 season brings another opportunity for the Falcons to return to the state tournament in hopes of making a deep run at the title. Vallivue brings a lot of returners back with lots of varsity experience and talent. Watch out for Gavin Weisweaver, a 5'11" sharp-shooter off the dribble and on the catch and an excellent finisher at the rim, and Trace Harrison, a crafty guard with tight handles and great decision-making skills out of the pick-and-roll.</p>