Noteworthy Performances from 5A: February 12th-14th
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These names are worth following, particularly while we are on the brink of the 5A playoff race. Bringing in highly productive performances from the major counting categories, they have brought in notoriety for themselves. Green River Noah Wilhelm CO #20…
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Continue ReadingThese names are worth following, particularly while we are on the brink of the 5A playoff race. Bringing in highly productive performances from the major counting categories, they have brought in notoriety for themselves.
Wilhelm boasts a whole bunch of interest and offers throughout the past 12 months, in large part from his supreme efficiency scoring beyond the arc with high volume. Posting 27 and 21 versus Legend and Mountain Vista this past week, the guard is a high octane shotmaker and above the rim finisher.
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Among the highest volume three point shooters in the state, Riehl has continued his dominance with 21-2 Mesa Ridge. Coming off of a 24 point performance against Canon City, the guard continues to prove that he is among the best playmakers in the state. Alongside his shotmaking, Riehl has proven himself as a valuable backcourt defender, flying around screens to maintain quality contests.
The big body put up 20 points and 12 rebounds in a close game versus Thompson Valley, staying poised inside the arc on every possession. They continue to improve their handle on straight line drives, diversifying their shotmaking portfolio. Defensively, Aldana recorded 6 stocks, often brought from active hands to contest shots and passes.
The wiry wing, Smith has continued to provide value as a downhill scorer and complementary playmaker. In a narrow loss to Palmer, Smith posted 23 points and 9 rebounds, proactive boxing out and grabbing a large quantity of defensive rebounds. While on the arrack, Smith did well keeping his eyes up for the pass, a consistent facilitator when given the opportunity.
Ashoka Surkhang
Ashoka Surkhang
Surkhang has brought intrigue in a recent performance of 27 points and 4 made threes in a narrow victory against Longmont. The 6’5 forward shows value knocking down spot-up threes, a willing shooter off the catch. Surkhang is certainly a late riser that should be kept on radars, bringing potential at the next level.
Cox provided a large portion of offensive production in a blowout win against Mitchell Mitchell CO , posting 25 points and 5 steals. Creating a large portion of opportunities from steals and subsequent fast breaks, Cox has been a focal point for Falcon’s success this seasons.
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Jones is Harrison’s offensive engine, a well rounded shotmaker while creating advantages through his positional strength. Recently posting a 40 point performance against Widefield, the impressively strong athlete is a nightmare for opponents to contain once with a head of steam.
Berninger has been on a heater all season, putting up comical scoring numbers all while Dakota Ridge stands at 10-0 in the Jeffco League. Berninger’s recent 32 point performance in a narrow loss to Green Mountain briefly reminded us of his scoring upside, all while posting 5 three.
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Leif Hanson
Leif Hanson
Hanson leveraged his size and strength against an undersized Dakota Ridge group, posting 30 points on 9 free throw attempts. Active diving to the rim following ball screens, Hanson stayed active putting pressure in the paint, finishing through contact. His help side defense kept the opponents on their toes, constantly instigating while one pass away.