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Rising Sophomores within 5/4A

Rising Sophomores within 5/4A
Clayton Conover
Clayton Conover
February 5, 2024 @ 02:55 PM
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Braylon Vega
Braylon Vega 6'3" | SG | 2026
NM
Francois Satchivi
Francois Satchivi 6'1" | CG | 2026
NM
Joziah Salazar
Joziah Salazar 5'10" | CG | 2026
NM
Eric Jacobsen
Eric Jacobsen 6'11" | C/PF | 2026
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Serafin Mendez
Serafin Mendez 6'4" | PF | 2026
NM
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The forward has become a dependable floor spacer when provided space, nearly impossible to block given his high release point. They have been particularly productive in the last few games, putting up 20, 24, 14, and 22 points in those matchups. For reference, Jacobsen is leading among 5A sophomores for made free throws, rebounds, and blocks alongside third place in points. La Cueva's 13-7 start is in small part from Jacobsen's impact, certainly benefitting from the forward's presence on both ends.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65c14b4d26410"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1717327"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"10.7 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 1.9 APG, 51% 2P, 34% 3P, 77% FTrnrnA potent shotmaker out beyond the arc, Vega holds immense confidence rising up past incoming contests. The guard is high energy on either end of the floor, bringing a limitless motor, particularly productive out of transition situations. Defensively, the guard its willing to pick up anyone, working hard to stay low and take contact. Hobbs lands at 9-13 as of today, although without a senior in their primary rotations, no doubt this group has additional room to grow over the coming years.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65c14b4d264c9"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1717253"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"12.7 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 2.9 APG, 2.7 SPG, 37% 3PrnrnSatchivi is a particularly scrappy guard, vying for loose balls and rebounding opportunities no matter the circumstances. Despite possessing an undersized frame, he makes up for it with constant effort and fearlessness in the face of opposing defenses. Proactive attacking the rim and initiating offense, Satchivi has been essential to Del Norte.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65c14b4d26547"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1534007"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"11.9 PPG, 7.9 RPG, 66% 2PrnrnMendez has done well playing up against bigger opponents, often tasked with matching up against forwards. Particularly active setting hard screens, the sophomore has done well to maximize his time on the floor. He is among the leaders in 4A sophomores in points and rebounds per game, a testament to his limitless motor. Pojoaque Valley stands at 10-11 on the season, already boasting plenty of production from their sophomore duo.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65c14b4d265c2"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1534007"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"4.1 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2 BPGrnrnEly has provided rim protection with Toas, leveraging his wide reach and fairly quick feet to take on a wide variety of matchups. Active with one or two arms up for shot contests, opponents often find themselves crowded quickly by the defensive forward. His growth in offensive versatility and strength will be areas worth following down the line. Taos currently stands at 9-12, bringing primarily a mix of seniors and sophomores.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65c14b4d2663e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1717248"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"10.8 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 53% 2P, 33% 3P, 72% FTrnrnSalazar brings high energy on the defensive end, especially active in help side defense, rotating around with urgency to instigate opponents. The guard is an active downhill scoring threat, seeking driving lanes regardless of the opponent.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65c14b4d266a2"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

These sophomores have quickly risen to the greater opportunity this season. These are names worth getting accustomed to, as they will more likely than not step into pivotal roles with winning programs over the coming years. 

Eric Jacobsen

Eric Jacobsen

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C/PF
HEIGHT 6'11"
POS C/PF
CLASS 2026
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Eric
Jacobsen C/PF
Class
2026
Height
6'11"
HS
Brewster Academy
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Rising Sophomores within 5/4A
10.4 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 1.5 BPG, 58% 2P, 36% 3P, 73% FTQuickly gaining momentum as a productive frontcourt...
Written by Clayton Conover
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Eric Jacobsen

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State: New England
School: Brewster Academy
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Braylon Vega

Braylon Vega

NM
SG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Braylon
Vega SG
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Artesia
|
NM
Rising Sophomores within 5/4A
10.7 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 1.9 APG, 51% 2P, 34% 3P, 77% FTA potent shotmaker out beyond the arc,...
Written by Clayton Conover
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Braylon Vega

State: New Mexico
School: Artesia
Club: New Mexico D1
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Highlights

Francois Satchivi

Francois Satchivi

NM
CG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Francois
Satchivi CG
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
HS
Del Norte
|
NM
Rising Sophomores within 5/4A
12.7 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 2.9 APG, 2.7 SPG, 37% 3PSatchivi is a particularly scrappy guard, vying for loose...
Written by Clayton Conover
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Francois Satchivi

State: New Mexico
School: Del Norte
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Serafin Mendez

Serafin Mendez

NM
PF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Serafin
Mendez PF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Pojoaque Valley
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NM
Rising Sophomores within 5/4A
11.9 PPG, 7.9 RPG, 66% 2PMendez has done well playing up against bigger opponents, often tasked with matching...
Written by Clayton Conover
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Serafin Mendez

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State: New Mexico
School: Pojoaque Valley
Club: NM Mambas
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Serafin Mendez

Serafin Mendez

NM
PF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Serafin
Mendez PF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Pojoaque Valley
|
NM
Rising Sophomores within 5/4A
11.9 PPG, 7.9 RPG, 66% 2PMendez has done well playing up against bigger opponents, often tasked with matching...
Written by Clayton Conover
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Serafin Mendez

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State: New Mexico
School: Pojoaque Valley
Club: NM Mambas
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Joziah Salazar

Joziah Salazar

NM
CG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Joziah
Salazar CG
Class
2026
Height
5'10"
HS
Pojoaque Valley
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NM
Rising Sophomores within 5/4A
10.8 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 53% 2P, 33% 3P, 72% FTSalazar brings high energy on the defensive end, especially...
Written by Clayton Conover
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Joziah Salazar

State: New Mexico
School: Pojoaque Valley
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