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Bigs Who Caused Havoc In The State Finals

Bigs Who Caused Havoc In The State Finals
Bobby Lopez
Bobby Lopez March 19, 2025 @ 04:35 PM
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LaQuince York
LaQuince York 2025
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Oliver Junker
Oliver Junker 6'7" | PF | 2026
CO
Garrett Barger
Garrett Barger 6'9" | PF/C | 2025
CO
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A traditional big man usually just hangs around the post, getting easy buckets and layups. When it comes to these players they are anything but traditional. Their games show way more versatility, and it's clear they can do it all - whether it's scoring from the outside, grabbing boards, or making plays all over the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1369806"],"_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-67db06f771347"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Barger is a total force on the court. His size and length make him a nightmare for opponents, and he's got this smooth way of getting into the block or stretching out to the wing that really sets him apart. In the state finals, he dropped 24 points and grabbed 26 rebounds in two games, leading his team to a championship. Barger has an arsenal that lets him do it all for someone his size, he's got great range and isn't afraid to hit the 3. But what really stands out when you watch him play is his ability to score, especially down low. His hook shot is strong yet smooth—basically unguardable and a killer for any defense</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2407900"],"_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-67db06f7713dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">York is the ultimate glue guy for any team, the kind of player you can count on when he's on the court. His transition game is where he really shines. York is always in the right spot to grab a rebound, whether it's on offense or defense. And once he gets that board, that's when the fun begins. York has this ability to push the ball and either score quickly or set his teammates up for an easy open shot, making him tough to defend. In the half court, he's money with the mid-range jumper and his shot is quick and tough to stop</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2107072"],"_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-67db06f771447"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Junker is exactly as good as advertised. The guy can do it all. In his team's semi-final loss, he put up 16 points, grabbed 17 rebounds, dished out 3 assists, and blocked 5 shots. His size and athleticism are a perfect combo, letting him score from pretty much anywhere on the court. His 3-point shooting is on point, and he can bang down low with the big guys to get any bucket he wants. What really stands out about Junker is the control and pace he plays with. He always knows when to make his move, and when he does, he gets his body in the right position to score. I'm expecting big things from him next season - he'll definitely help put his team right back in the championship mix</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Cobin Wade","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77243","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Green Mountain Rams","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67db06f77158e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wade might be coming off the bench now, but I'm expecting big things from him next season when he moves into the starting lineup. For a big guy, his speed and footwork are impressive, and they really help him take up space down low. On offensive - he's not afraid to drive to the basket and take it to the hole. He's also a threat in the low post and can hit those mid to close-range shots when needed. On defense - he's a beast on the boards, using great techniques to box out. In just 2 games with limited court time, Wade pulled down 12 rebounds, making sure the opposing team didn't get any second chance opportunities. Definitely someone to keep an eye on moving forward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jacob Hunter","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77243","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Falcon Falcons","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67db06f77165d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hunter didn't get a ton of playing time, but when he was out there, you can definitely see flashes of what he's capable of. He's got excellent size, which makes it tough for opponents to get shots off or get around him. On defense - he's a presence in the lane, using his long arms to grab rebounds and contest shots. On offense - he's really good at setting screens and rolling off them, plus he can get to the lane for an easy bucket when the opportunity is there. With more time on the court, expect him to keep developing and make a bigger impact</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

A traditional big man usually just hangs around the post, getting easy buckets and layups. When it comes to these players they are anything but traditional. Their games show way more versatility, and it's clear they can do it all - whether it's scoring from the outside, grabbing boards, or making plays all over the court.

Garrett Barger

Garrett Barger

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PF/C
HEIGHT 6'9"
POS PF/C
CLASS 2025
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Garrett
Barger PF/C
Class
2025
Height
6'9"
HS
Eaglecrest
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CO
Bigs Who Caused Havoc In The State Finals
Barger is a total force on the court. His size and length make him a nightmare for opponents,...
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LaQuince York

LaQuince York

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CLASS 2025
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LaQuince
York
Class
2025
CO
Bigs Who Caused Havoc In The State Finals
York is the ultimate glue guy for any team, the kind of player you can count on when...
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Oliver Junker

Oliver Junker

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PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Junker PF
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
Mountain Vista
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Bigs Who Caused Havoc In The State Finals
Junker is exactly as good as advertised. The guy can do it all. In his team’s semi-final loss,...
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Cobin Wade

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HEIGHT 6'4"
POS C
CLASS 2026

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School: Green Mountain Rams
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Jacob Hunter

Jacob Hunter

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POS C
CLASS 2026

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