5A Great 8: Top Performers
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Matias Aldana Matias Aldana 6'3" | SF Frederick | 2023 State CO – Frederick Matias Aldana Matias Aldana 6'3" | SF Frederick | 2023 State CO had a great game as he got matched up against Mead’s best player and…
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Continue ReadingMatias Aldana Matias Aldana 6'3" | SF Frederick | 2023 State CO – Frederick
Matias Aldana Matias Aldana 6'3" | SF Frederick | 2023 State CO had a great game as he got matched up against Mead’s best player and made life hard for him on the offensive end. Matias used his length and frame to get the opponents out of rhythm, using his long arms to make solid contests. He used his size and frame to control the boards pulling down rebounds. Matias showed off his ability to affect the game in multiple ways including moving off of the ball to find open spots on the floor.
Bryce Riehl Bryce Riehl 6'0" | CG Mesa Ridge | 2025 State CO – Mesa Ridge
Bryce Riehl Bryce Riehl 6'0" | CG Mesa Ridge | 2025 State CO put on a shooting clinic in his Great 8 match-up against Dakota Ridge. Bryce shot 10-11 from the field and 5-5 from three-point land. He has proven to be one of the best shooters in the state using a quick trigger to get shots off before defenders can properly contest. He also did a good job on the defensive end jumping passing lanes for 4 steals. Bryce is a knockdown shooter but also a willing passer who dished out 4 assists.
Finn Horsfall Finn Horsfall 6'4" Air Academy | 2023 CO – Air Academy
Finn Horsfall Finn Horsfall 6'4" Air Academy | 2023 CO caught fire in his performance against Pueblo South scoring 28 points. The lefty was stepping into 3’s confidently making 6-10 from deep. Finn also set the tone for his team on the defensive end playing with great energy. He used his length to deflect and steal passes while speeding up the opponents.
Clayton Wright Clayton Wright 6'2" | PG Windsor | 2023 CO – Windsor
Clayton Wright Clayton Wright 6'2" | PG Windsor | 2023 CO led Windsor in scoring with 14 points in their win over Longmont. Clayton did a good job moving without the ball to find open spots on the three-point line. He also had a solid finish around the basket. Clayton has proven to be a reliable piece for this highly-ranked Windsor team.
Matthew Angelo Matthew Angelo 6'3" | SG Mead | 2025 State CO – Mead
Matthew Angelo Matthew Angelo 6'3" | SG Mead | 2025 State CO showed flashes of his potential scoring 11 points and pulling down a handful of rebounds. Matthew is a lengthy guard who showed off his snappy dribble moves that allowed him to get downhill. He did a good job of creating contact while getting downhill drawing a few fouls.
Cole Corner – Longmont
Cole Corner had a great last game of the season showing his ability to make tough shots. Cole poured in 23 points, scoring many of the points against a very good defender. He did a good job using his changes in pace to get defenders out of position. Cole was able to stop on a dime and quickly make mid-range shots in defenders’ faces. He shot well from outside making 5-9 three-pointers.
Harry Singh Harry Singh 6'1" | CG Frederick | 2023 CO – Frederick
Harry Singh Harry Singh 6'1" | CG Frederick | 2023 CO stood out with his presence on the defensive end of the floor. Harry had some crucial defensive plays that shifted the momentum of the game. He showed off his quick hands on the defensive end tallying 4 steals. He also shot 2-3 from three-point land providing shooting for his team.