6A: McNary Celtics – 2025-26 Season Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the high school season approaches, rosters are being released and I'm going to be previewing each team from the 6A and 5A levels. I'll go over each team's key players going into this coming season, list the returners/newcomers, and key departures. Here is the preview of the McNary Celtics (6A) of the Central Valley Conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Head Coach: Ryan Kirch (15th Season at McNary, 202-147 Record)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last Season's Record: 13-12</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Players</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2468461"],"_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-6926605471333"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Well-built 6-foot-6 forward was able to showcase inside and outside scoring ability at the event. Often grabbed the defensive rebound and immediately showed good ball-handling skills taking the ball up the floor and starting the break. Was sharp with his perimeter shooting, hitting multiple three-point buckets in each game. Operated well defensively against the pick-and-roll. (JT)<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2747499"],"_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-6926605471391"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">High-energy combo guard that was constantly looking to make things happen on both ends of the floor. The 6-foot McNary senior was constantly looking to strike on the offensive end, using a quick dribble to get himself open for a fast pull-up jumper or get all the way to the hoop. Brought the same intensity to the defensive end by doing a great job of keeping his man in front of him. (JT)<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2747502"],"_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-69266054713d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ricketts played with constant energy, attacking the rim and finishing through contact while also making plays as a passer. He ran the floor hard in transition and always stayed involved. His hustle and intensity gave his team a noticeable boost. (AG)<br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Returners</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Riley Schlag (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gavin Burns (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Konner Cleveland (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Aris Vasseur (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mason Bowlby (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lincoln Goff (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rayden Bryant (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ryan Skinner (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jaxson Crawford (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Newcomers</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Aiden Castillo (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Departures</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Steven Adams (Graduated)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Additional Contributions by Jed Tai</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->