Regular Season Recap: 5A Standouts Pt. 1

<p>It seems like the season has just started, and we have had a lot of ups and downs throughout the state during this weird yet very exciting season! With the season coming to a quick end, let's discuss some of the Standouts, Breakouts, and Players to Watch for the playoffs, and next season. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1168769" first="Ivan" last="Bernal"], 2021, Alamogordo: Bernal started the season as one of the biggest sleepers in the state, but as Alamo began to win game after game everyone in the state took notice to what he was bringing to the floor every single night. The 6’2 guard is a monster on the boards, and an above average playmaker that will do all the little things a coach wants from his players. Selected to the All-District 1st team with averages of 16 points 8 rebounds, and 5 assists.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076626" first="Isaiah" last="Brooks"], 2021, Atrisco Heritage: Brooks has shined in his senior season with the Jaguars averaging nearly 20 points per game and leading a young team to a 4 seed in the playoffs. He will certainly be trying to secure a third state championship to finalize his career. 1st team All-District selection, and has my vote for an All-State player.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076629" first="Taymon" last="Burrola"], 2021, Roswell: Burrola has been a player to watch since he enter high school as a freshman. The 6’3 shooting guard is one of the best players in the state, and averaged 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists for Roswell this season including a season high 39 points against Hobbs to win the district. He has led them to a 2 seed in the 5A playoffs, and will look to lead Roswell to a state championship.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076667" first="Isaiah" last="Carr"], 2022, Las Cruces: Carr finished the season with averages of  14 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 blocks per game. One of the best rim protectors in the country, still a bit raw on offense, but learning to takeover games. Exploded for multiple 20+ points, and near 20 rebound games! He and Duece are the best duo in the state, and honestly could compete against some of the top teams in the southwest. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076628" first="Cody" last="Garcia"], 2021, Santa Fe: Garcia has been known as one fo the top shooters in the state since he was sophomore hitting about 8 threes in the state championship against Atrsico Heritage. His senior season proved that he is definitely more than just a shooter by taking on more of the playmaking responsibilities. He and Cruz form one of the best back courts in the state, and will look to prove that in their first round match up against Cleveland.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076675" first="Jakwon" last="Hill"], 2022, Volcano Vista: Although the Hawks did not have the success they expected or are accustomed, Hill still managed to keep himself in the conversation as one of the best players in the class of 2022. 1st team All-District selection averaged 18 points, and 6 rebounds per game.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076627" first="Cruz" last="Martinez"], 2021, Santa Fe: Cruz has been contributing to the Demons rotation since he was a sophomore. A solid shooter with a great feel for the game he is a good ball handler, and is a very good playmaker. He is a great leader that just knows how to win games, and set his teammates up in the perfect spots, no surprise that they were able to clinch the District title. Cruz may be a bit undersized, but I have no doubt that he will get an opportunity to play at the next level .</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>