Team Preview: CP Magic

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hailing from Castle Pines, this perimeter centric group boasts some of the most shooting of any Colorado club. An interesting roster to keep tabs on at this weekend's upcoming Spring Kickoff.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1577954' first='Braydon' last='Jacob'] - Lutheran - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jacob is a volume shooter who has continued to refine his ball skills in tight traffic. The 6'1 guard has been lights out from the perimeter, whether off the catch or movement following a screen. Jacob's role facilitating within this group will be an intriguing look while he plays along multiple elite shooters. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1318387' first='Mac' last='Terry'] - Rock Canyon - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Terry is a calm and collected combo guard who seeks out highly efficient looks for himself or teammates. At roughly 6'4, the junior guard is a knockdown shooter, in part due to his especially quick release. At his height, he can see above the defense on drives, finding sharpshooters on kick outs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1451183' first='Nolan' last='Kliewer'] - Rock Canyon - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kliewer is a fairly mobile 6'7+ forward who is improving his perimeter game while refining his steady baseline as a rim roller. The junior already provides value rolling towards the rim, capable finishing inside with either hand. His upside resides in two areas, development of the spot up jumper and gaining functional weight.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1578029' first='Kasen' last='Lehman'] - Rock Canyon - 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lehman has caught eyes throughout his sophomore season, providing sharpshooting and dependable all around defense. The 6'4 shooting guard can get hot in an instant, capable getting half a dozen threes in a game should the defense fail to adapt. Lehman has a bit more to give on offense than just sharpshooting, notably through passing in transition, hitting outlets through tight windows. Not to mention Lehman is a legitimate help side shot blocker, possessing excellent timing.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1318388' first='Carson' last='Keach'] - Ponderosa - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keach is a sturdy defender at roughly 6'1, while being a steady shotmaker out of the mid-range. The junior guard has a strong frame, proving capable of battling in the paint for offensive rebounding opportunities. Keach has a steadfast pull-up game, capable getting to the shot off the dribble should defenders stay low.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1404488' first='Hudson' last='Ellwood'] - Rock Canyon - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ellwood possesses quick instincts, providing a moldable skillset along the perimeter. At roughly 5'11, the guard is capable making reads off the dribble, notably hitting rollers in the pocket. Endurance is a clear strength of Ellwood's, providing excellent stamina as a energizing backcourt scoring threat.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1952788' first='Jacob' last='Hoefs'] - Mountain Vista - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hoefs is another complementary guard, bringing a variety of team friendly skills. The guard has shown flashes finding cutters through tight windows. It is clear he has some bounce, ranking 3rd on Mountain Vista for blocks, at 18 on the season.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1360574' first='Reid' last='Finch'] - Rock Canyon - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Finch is a strong forward who is all too physically imposing around the rim. Standing right around 6'6, the forward is an impactful two-way rebounder thanks to his combination of strength and hustle. Finch has shown greater comfort scoring off a couple dribbles, attacking closeouts for finishes around the rim. Continuing to develop those perimeter skills, notably jump shot consistency will be valuable for the junior.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->