2A Playoffs: Hidden Gems 1st Round

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While 2A is one of the smallest classifications in the state and the playoffs begin today, there are numerous hidden gems throughout. Let's examine some of the standout players in the 2A classification.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Crew Evans, Enterprise</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another player to keep an eye on is sophomore Kamari Johnson of the Blountsville Hornets. Johnson is a force to be reckoned with, especially in the paint. He is an athletic big man who can score inside, grab rebounds, and also has a nice touch from the outside. In the playoffs, Blountsville will need Johnson to be a consistent scorer and rebounder if they want to make a deep run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jacob Christiansen, Rockwelll</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another player to watch in the 2A playoffs is Jacob Christiansen from Rockwell. He is a true gem, displaying the potential to draw interest from college programs. Averaging 17 points per game, he has also shown the ability to score in bunches. Earlier in the season, he had an outstanding performance, scoring 44 points and hitting nine three-pointers. Since that game, he has maintained a consistent scoring level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Dirk Memmott, Millard</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dirk Memmott has enjoyed a fantastic season, and his potent shooting, which frequently dismantles zones, could prove invaluable during the playoffs. Millard, a formidable 12th seed, boasts Memmott as its leading scorer. However, he's more than just a scorer; he's a complete stat-filler, averaging around 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and several steals per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Graham Harmor, Maeser Prep</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harmor, a 5'9 junior, has been a standout performer, showcasing his ability to space the floor and hit shots effectively. He's consistently proven himself as a threat, often exceeding a five-point mark in games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2675055' first='Camden' last='Judd'], Waterford</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Judd is a young sophomore who has started to make some noise in the 2A scene, recently recording a 32-point game. He possesses a natural ability to shoot the ball, and as his overall game continues to develop, he has the potential to become a standout player in the coming years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2949750' first='Jace' last='Nielsen'], Utah Military Academy Camp Williams</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'5" Nielsen is averaging 20 points per game and has been dominant on the boards. He will need to be a double-double threat in the playoffs to give his team a chance, and he is more than capable. He is certainly a gem in this class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2538776' first='Tate' last='Stubbs'], Parowan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stubbs is a gem at 6'4" and can play off the ball as a wing who can put the ball on the floor. He also consistently competes for rebounds. He's a solid guard with some size.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Others:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tripp Palmer, San Juan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2317902' first='Urban' last='Baldwin'], Draper APA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Schevion Omsby, Beaver</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith Sorensen, Merit Prep</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->