Northern Colorado Preview: Versatile Shot Creators from 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These guards have proven themselves as well rounded playmakers and shot creators, adept along the perimeter or in the paint.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1877574"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ea91364064"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Following an impressive sophomore season, Schmeeckle has proven himself as one of the state's best shotmakers from all three levels. Getting more comfortable creating space for shot attempts behind the arc, he could be among the most productive scorers in the class in the near future. This all follows an incredible season for Silver Creek, with their 20-5 record and a Sweet 16 appearance. As the only sophomore in the rotation last season, he holds pedigree, following averages of 12.9 points per game last season.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1509239"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ea913640dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Although a guard, Foot is both a capable athlete and one on one defender along the perimeter. More than capable of throwing down breakaway dunks, he works hard to create scoring opportunities from his assertive defense. This strength has been made even more productive as he has improved as a playmaker with the ball, getting more comfortable to read the floor while attacking the rim. Following steady averages of 7.8 points and 4.4 rebounds per game with Longmont, he remains one of the more efficient downhill scorers in the class thanks to his physical tools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2129614"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ea91364126"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nitzel has provided value as a tall downhill scorer with quick instincts on the move, adept at drawing in the defense for kick outs or and-1 finishes. Bringing above average size in the backcourt, the guard holds his own while attacking the rim, at his best with the right hand. Continuing to progress as a three point shooter, he is getting more confident stepping into the open shot. This follows a productive season at University, posting 11.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1622343"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ea91364165"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wright is set for a breakout season at Severance, boasting improvements in size and skill since last year. His abilities at roughly 6'5 are not easy to find, given the fluid handle, leveraging his scoring abilities within the arc. Capable of scoring through contact with either hand, many opponents have trouble slowing him down once in the paint. The guard follows averages of 5.3 points and 4 rebounds per game for 4A Severance. Wright is a completely different player than even six months ago, more comfortable within his frame.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><em>Fossil Ridge Maintains their Backcourt Depth</em>...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Following a 16-8 record this past season, Fossil Ridge looks ready to be one of the more formidable programs up North. Given the new addition of talented shotmaker, [player_tooltip player_id='1874429' first='Drake' last='Walker'], they have a bit more versatility with their shot creation this season. Proving himself as a knockdown shooter from distance, the guard is not afraid to step into quick attempts off the bounce. Few backcourt prospects have a way of energizing their team like Walker has, given the flair he brings in the halfcourt. Along with Walker, they retain junior guard [player_tooltip player_id='2382298' first='Carter' last=''] Gray, who is similarly a strong yet skilled combo guard. Getting to the bulk of his opportunities within a couple dribbles, he efficiently impacts the halfcourt.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->