Northwest vs South Matchup Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday night's Northwest vs. South matchup was a competitive battle, with Northwest ultimately coming out on top. Northwest leaned on the playmaking and defense of [player_tooltip player_id='2327576' first='Darrian' last='Hammond'], along with strong guard play from [player_tooltip player_id='2815526' first='Marcus' last='Kates'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2829113' first='Martell' last='Taylor'], who helped control the tempo and deliver timely contributions. Their ability to execute on both ends of the floor proved to be the difference, as Northwest capitalized on key moments to separate themselves. The matchup highlighted high-level competition and strong guard play from both sides.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2829113"],"_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-6933b60973280"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2829113' first='Martell' last='Taylor'] is a crafty lefty guard who made a strong impression with his ability to knock down big shots against South. Playing with confidence and poise, he consistently looked comfortable creating his own offense and stepping into important moments without hesitation. His shooting touch, combined with a natural feel for spacing and timing, makes him a tough matchup for defenders. As his game continues to develop, Taylor shows clear potential to grow into a reliable scoring guard who can impact games when it matters most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2815526"],"_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-6933b609732e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2815526' first='Marcus' last='Kates'] is a smaller guard who makes up for his size with a sharp handle and the ability to shoot the ball effectively. He stays under control with the ball, uses quickness to create space, and does a good job breaking down defenders off the dribble. His confidence as a shooter forces defenses to stay honest, opening up opportunities for both himself and his teammates. With his skill set, Kates brings real value as a playmaking guard who can score when given an opening.<br></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":"Cole Hutchinson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_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-6933b60973359"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cole Hutchinson led the way with a game-high 19 points, showcasing his scoring ability and keeping his team in the contest. His consistent offensive performance and timely shots made a significant impact on the flow of the game, energizing his teammates and challenging the opposing defense throughout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2816223"],"_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-6933b609733a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jean Suazo is a scoring guard who consistently imposes his will on the game with an aggressive, confident approach. He looks to attack defenses, create his own shot, and put constant pressure on opponents by forcing them to react to him. Whether getting to his spots or finishing through contact, Suazo plays with a toughness that stands out. His ability to take over stretches of a game makes him a go-to scoring option and a guard defenses must be prepared for.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2899556"],"_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-6933b6097340e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Simmons led the way for South as the team's top scorer, finishing the game with 18 points. He consistently found ways to put the ball in the basket, showing a good feel for scoring within the flow of the offense. Whether attacking openings or capitalizing on his opportunities, Simmons provided a steady offensive presence throughout the game. His scoring production was a key factor in keeping South competitive.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->