High-Energy Seniors You Should Buy Tickets To Go See

As soon as you arrive at the game, you sit down on the bleachers and observe warm-ups. You notice your favorite player with the biggest smile, excited to lace up and compete with their team. Winning is an utmost priority to these players, while also having fun at the same time. There are a select few players on my radar who have tallied up the stat sheet in style. Let's talk about it.    [player_tooltip player_id='1555225' first='Caiden' last='Braketa'] is one of the hottest shooters in the state, letting it fly from downtown and capitalizing at an astonishing 50%. Tacking on just short of 20 PPG and 4.5 ASP, Braketa adds a flow to the Ralston Valley offense that can't be replicated. The #3-ranked SG in his class continues to showcase top-tier performances on a game-to-game basis. In his most recent contest against the Broomfield Eagles, Braketa caught fire, scoring 24 out of Ralson Valley's 55 to propel them to a win. Braketa is a must-see hooper who will drop your jaw.     [player_tooltip player_id='1622235' first='Preston' last='Brunton'] plays the game with his whole heart, and what has remained constant throughout his high school career is his drive to improve and his love for the game. Contributing nearly 30 PPG on 40% shooting from the field, there's no question of Brunton's dominance on the hardwood. On defense, you'll find Brunton communicating with his teammates and closing out on open shooters. Easily one of the top athletes in his class, there isn't anything Brunton can't do when he's at his best. Each year, Brunton has shown up playing at 100% effort at all times.     [player_tooltip player_id='2386535' first='Mekhi' last='McNeal'] electrifies the crowd at all times, and the 5'10 point guard from Overland oozes swagger on the court. McNeal has worked on his vertical relentlessly over the last few years, and it's safe to say it's paid off for him. Where his impact is felt the most is on defense, turning transition steals into emphatic dunks, making home games feel that much more alive. Surrounded by elite caliber hoops such as Demetrius Lambert, McNeal is surrounded by guys who want to compete. McNeal should give Overland a massive boost of confidence going into the 2026 half of the season.     [player_tooltip player_id='1764296' first='Hugh' last='Tarpenning'] is a reliable 6'5 forward who spaces the floor and makes concise cuts to the basket. Tarpenning leads his team in scoring (12.1 PPG) and rebounding (11.1 RPG) while attacking the rim at will. Earning several trips to the foul stripe each game, Tarpenning utilizes his size and always brings hustle in the interior. From defending the post to swatting shots away, it's easy to see why Tarpenning is a top 10 forward in his class.     [player_tooltip player_id='2816798' first='Lyrik' last='Smith'] leads Coronado in points,(22.9 PPG) steals,(3.9 SPG) and FG%,(50%) going into the 2026 slate of the season. Lyrik is a dynamic scorer who has a variety of impressive moves he uses to get a step ahead of his matchup. Currently ranked in the top 40 in his class, don't be surprised if Smith takes a massive jump in the rankings within a matter of weeks. This caliber of 2-way consistency will take Smith far, and in the meantime, get your popcorn ready.

As soon as you arrive at the game, you sit down on the bleachers and observe warm-ups. You notice your favorite player with the biggest smile, excited to lace up and compete with their team. Winning is an utmost priority to these players, while also having fun at the same time. There are a select few players on my radar who have tallied up the stat sheet in style. Let's talk about it.