Mountain Pointe at Carl Hayden Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On Thursday, December 4th I took a trip to Carl Hayden. The Falcons hosted a young and very talented Mountain Pointe squad coming off a state championship loss. A 5A matchup with two top 10 teams in the conference. The game was filled with highlights from start to finish and showcased loads of talent. Here are my standouts from the matchup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Incase you missed it, here are my standouts from Prescott at St. Mary's.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/2025/12/prescott-at-st-marys-standouts/">Prescott at St. Mary's Standouts</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1956218"],"_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-69333ab878968"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Marcus is a a legit big that still has loads of potential. Marcus got it done from the paint to the midrange. He is a good finisher around the rim that often creates contact to get to the line. He faces up from the elbow and will hit a nice midrange jump shot at a high clip. Defensively he is a legit force and makes it very difficult for defenders to hit shots over him. He has great timing on his blocks and knows how to stay on his feet. Marcus had 15 points, 15 rebounds, 3 blocks and 1 assist.</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":"Teylor Caldwell","_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":"6'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Mountain Pointe","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-69333ab878ac4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Teylor did it all for the Pride using his athletic ability's and strong frame. Teylor is a exceptional rebounder he uses his strength to box out and rip down rebounds. He runs the floor really well and is always on the look out for the ball. He is a great finisher by the rim and can finish through contact with ease. Teylor hit the midrange jumper when he was open without hesitation. He is a real nice piece for the Pride and is a game changer. Teylor had 16 points, 9 rebounds and 1 steal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194806"],"_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-69333ab878b5f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zen is a legit point of attack defender and overall work horse for the Pride. Zen was tasked with guarding the lead ball handler and constantly forced it out of his hands. He always attacks the boards and is a great rebounder for his size. Zen is not afraid to get down and dirty as he dives on the floor for loose balls and often creates jump balls. Zen can hit the three and attacks the rim aggressively often getting to the line. Zen had 6 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2466075"],"_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-69333ab878bdd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jayvein set the tone on defense and showed off his clutch scoring ability. Jayvein displayed his athletic ability all night especially on the defensive end. He was a pest on defense picking up high and forcing the ball away from opposing ball handlers. He would get tons of deflection, one even led to a nasty two hand jam on the break. Jayvein has a super shifty handle and a nasty step back. Jayvein can score from anywhere on the court and had 5 points in the clutch. he finished with 13 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assist and 3 blocks</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194481"],"_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-69333ab878c51"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Justin set the tone and pace for the Pride. Justin came out showing off his vision by throwing no look dimes on the break and in the half court. He would set the offense and keep his squad calm and under control. Justin would only score when needed and looked like a seasoned point guard. His on ball defense was smothering and he got his hands on a lot of balls. Justin Finished with 8 points, 8 assist, 2 rebounds and 2 steals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1893708"],"_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-69333ab878cce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Prince was a super consistent player the whole game for the Falcons. Prince would grab tough rebounds over multiple defenders. He isn't scared to get physical and use his strength to pull down boards. Prince was also creating shots for himself on the offensive end by using a quick jab step to a one dribble pull up. He showed his range by hitting a big time three towards the end. Also Prince displayed his ability to play guard and make solid decisions against pressure defense. Prince had 13 points, 9 rebounds, 3 steals and 1 block.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2855983"],"_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-69333ab878d5c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kairo was an instant spark off the bench. Kairo came in and was an absolute pest on the defensive end. He got multiple deflections that led to steals and just played overall great on ball defense. Kairo was in attack mode offensively and got to the rim multiple times with his shifty handle. Kairo would also step out to the 3 and show his range in crunch time. Kairo had 7 points, 2 rebound and 1 assist.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->