One X-Factor from Each Team Headed to 6A Round 2
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Fruita Monument #1 versus Broomfield #17 Max Orchard CO #78 CG #20 HEIGHT 6'3" POS CG CLASS 2024 View Profile Max Orchard Twitter State: Colorado School: Fruita Monument Orchard’s shotmaking along the perimeter will play a valuable role in providing…
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Continue ReadingFruita Monument #1 versus Broomfield #17
Orchard’s shotmaking along the perimeter will play a valuable role in providing steady offense. At 6’3, the guard brings above average size to score past contests or even drawing fouls around the rim if the lane opens up.
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Shyya Martinez Shyya Martinez 5'7" | PG Broomfield | 2024 State CO
Shyya Martinez Shyya Martinez 5'7" | PG Broomfield | 2024 State CO
Martinez has been excellent facilitating this group in the halfcourt, his ease of access into driving lanes will be a major determining factor for Broomfield.
Eaglecrest #8 versus Ralston Valley #9
Barger brings a high motor on the glass, when combined with his positional agility, the forward will be a pest on the glass. He’s grabbed 11+ rebounds in three of his last four games, certainly effective getting putbacks or sending kickouts to shooters.
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Hansen creates chaos on the defensive end, especially active flying all over for loose balls and rebounds. An agile playmaker with or without the ball, the senior guard cannot be overlooked within this group’s ecosystem.
Rock Canyon #5 versus Arvada West #21
Lehman can heat up behind the arc like only a select few within the state, with a sharpshooting performance Rock Canyon will be in good hands.
Meurer came through with clutch shooting yesterday, no doubt Arvada-West will significantly benefit from his shooting.
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ThunderRidge #4 versus Cherry Creek #13
Wight has proven himself as a dependable shooter off the catch alongside leveraging his wide reach to accelerate past closeouts with ease. His defensive instincts will be important for contesting shot attempts on all levels.
Certainly a big test for Cherry Creek, Hammond will have the opportunity to showcase his tallest against one of the tallest teams in the state. His abilities to create quality shot attempts off the dribble will be essential to a Round 2 victory from the #13 group.
Mountain Vista #2 versus Monarch #15
Baskind is a pain to guard given all the screens he runs through, elite stepping into jumpers within tight spaces. Capable lighting up the defense with a barrage of makes, his production will be necessary to carry them past a gritty Monarch group.
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Carlson has shown value through his instincts on either end, effective creating good lucks for teammates. He has a knack for creating steals on the defensive end, getting opponents out of their pace.
Smoky Hill #7 versus Regis Jesuit #10
Sylla’s ability to contain the paint given his strength and athletic advantage will be especially helpful in slowing down opposing forward Eric Fiedler Eric Fiedler 6’7″ | PF Regis Jesuit | 2026 State CO . Providing disciplined rim protection and production on the defensive glass will be particularly important for Sylla.
Roumph provides value as a complementary scoring threat, efficient beyond the arc. The guard remains a wiry strong defender, effective guarding up if necessary.
Valor Christian #6 versus Doherty #11
Wynja’s ability to stay strong in the paint versus opposing forward James Pulliam James Pulliam 6’7″ | PF Doherty | 2024 State CO will be worth following. The forward has shown value guarding out on the perimeter and inside the arc when needed.
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Mack has been one of the better lead guards in the Colorado Springs region, especially quick attacking the rim downhill. He provides constant pressure on te oppoennts, from all three leevels.
Chaparral #3 versus Legacy #14
Jackson Jenkins
Jackson Jenkins
Jenkins will be important to mitigate offensive rebounds and overall rim pressure from opposing scorers. Legacy boasts a big team with multiple physical rebounders.
Delescinskis has been a necessary component for Legacy’s high octane offense. His ability to yet again lead this group and playmake for scorers will be necessary for Legacy’s progression.