Friday Night Recap: Northwest vs Southeast

Friday night was a battle from start to finish, with both teams leaving it all on the court. Northwest trio of [player_tooltip player_id='2321567' first='DJ' last='Brown'], Eli, and Hammond set the tone with their dynamic play DJ electrified the crowd with his dunks and deep shooting, Eli orchestrated the offense with precision, and Hammond made his presence felt with relentless slashing and defensive stops. On the other side, Southeast leaned on Collin Law early three-point shooting and Araujo all-around game, as he not only scored but proved he could defend at a high level. Both teams brought energy, intensity, and a will to win, making for a thrilling matchup filled with big plays and standout performances.    [player_tooltip player_id='2321567' first='DJ' last='Brown'] was a walking highlight reel Friday night, putting on a show with his explosive athleticism and clutch shooting. From ferocious dunks that electrified the crowd to deep three-pointers that left defenders shaking their heads, he did it all. Whether attacking the rim with authority or pulling up with confidence from beyond the arc, Brown dominated every aspect of the game. His relentless energy and skill set the tone, making it a night to remember for everyone in attendance.     Eli was the engine that kept the Northwest offense running smoothly, orchestrating every play with precision and poise. As the team primary facilitator, he consistently found open teammates, threading pinpoint passes and creating scoring opportunities with his vision and basketball IQ. Whether pushing the pace in transition or controlling the half-court offense, Eli dictated the tempo, keeping defenders on their heels. His ability to read the defense and make the right play made him the catalyst for Northwest offensive success, proving that a great floor general doesn't just score they make everyone around them better.     Hammond was a force on both ends of the floor, slashing through the lane with ease and finishing with authority. His highlight of the night came when he soared for a thunderous dunk, igniting the crowd and setting the tone for his relentless play. Defensively, he was just as impactful, locking down opponents and coming up with key stops. Off the ball, he was a nightmare to guard, constantly slipping behind defenders for backdoor layups and easy buckets. With his energy, athleticism, and two-way dominance, Hammond made his presence felt every minute he was on the court.     Collin Law wasted no time making his presence felt for Southeast, knocking down a couple of early three-pointers to give his team a spark. His smooth shooting stroke and confidence from deep helped set the tone, forcing the defense to respect his range. With each shot, he provided momentum and spacing for the offense, keeping Southeast in rhythm. Though the game had plenty of action, Law early buckets were key in giving his team a strong start and establishing him as a threat from beyond the arc.     Araujo has always been known for his scoring ability, but Friday night, he proved he could lock up on defense as well. He took on the challenge of guarding the opposing team top players, using his quickness and intensity to disrupt their rhythm. Whether pressuring the ball, cutting off driving lanes, or contesting shots, he made life difficult for whoever he was matched up against. His defensive effort complemented his offensive skill set, showing that he more than just a score he a two-way threat capable of impacting the game on both ends of the floor.

Friday night was a battle from start to finish, with both teams leaving it all on the court. Northwest trio of DJ Brown DJ Brown 6'5" | SG/SF Wichita Northwest | 2025 State KS , Eli, and Hammond set the tone with their dynamic play DJ electrified the crowd with his dunks and deep shooting, Eli orchestrated the offense with precision, and Hammond made his presence felt with relentless slashing and defensive stops. On the other side, Southeast leaned on Collin Law early three-point shooting and Araujo all-around game, as he not only scored but proved he could defend at a high level. Both teams brought energy, intensity, and a will to win, making for a thrilling matchup filled with big plays and standout performances.