4A Longs Peak League Glue Guys

These aren't the names everyone circles first as we already know who the stars are. Every team survives and wins because of the others. The guys who steady the ship, swing momentum and do the work that doesn't always show up in the box score. They defend, rebound, communicate and make winning plays when it matters most. Take them away and teams fall apart. These are the glue guys who are the backbone of the conference.   Timnath    Walter is the definition of a glue guy for Timnath, doing the dirty work that fuels winning. His impact goes far beyond the box score. At 6'4”, he provides a physical interior presence, battles on the glass and brings nonstop energy that lifts everyone around him. He runs the floor, defends bigger bodies and finishes plays with effort and athleticism. Walter's willingness to embrace his role allows others to shine while keeping Timnath steady on both ends. His toughness, rebounding and reliability inside are a major reason the Cubs sit at 15–2 and continue to win night after night     Jacobson has quietly become another essential glue piece for Timnath, impacting the game in ways that don't always grab headlines but consistently show up in winning. He fills the stat sheet nightly, averaging 7.9 points and 4.3 rebounds, while using his size and long arms to defend multiple spots and clean the glass. He's physical down low, finishes around the rim and does the little things that keep possessions alive. Lately his play has taken a noticeable jump, giving Timnath a steady, reliable presence that complements their stars and strengthens them on both ends of the floor    Berthoud    Russick gives Berthoud a valuable scoring punch while embodying the traits of a true glue guy. He has a natural feel for getting to his spots on the floor and plays with strong confidence in his shot, leading to multiple double digit scoring performances, including a season high 27 points. Beyond scoring Russick impacts the game in numerous ways, consistently crashing the glass and creating extra possessions with rebounds and forced turnovers. Averaging 8.7 points and 5.2 rebounds, he provides steady production while bringing energy and hustle that help keep Berthoud competitive and balanced on both ends of the floor     Barmes is the connective piece that keeps Berthoud's offense humming, blending playmaking with timely shooting. As a facilitator he helps organize the offense and puts teammates in spots to succeed, while his 8.5 points and 2.5 assists are steady contributions night after night. From the perimeter he's a true threat to get hot from three, forcing defenses to extend and opening the floor for others. That shooting gravity, paired with his decision making and unselfish play, makes Barmes a critical glue guy who helps Berthoud stay balanced, efficient, and dangerous on the offensive end    Wellington    Moore is the engine behind Wellington, combining star level production with true glue guy toughness. At 6'4” he does his damage the hard way, working relentlessly down low, fighting for position and scoring through contact. He consistently backs opponents down and finishes tough plays, making him a reliable double figure scorer night after night. His impact on the glass is just as important, averaging 9.5 rebounds and posting three double doubles, including two games with 15 boards. Moore's physicality, effort and consistency set the tone for Wellington and give them a steady presence they can lean on every game     Kinkead has emerged as an important glue piece for Wellington, especially as his role has grown late in the season. The sophomore has taken advantage of increased playing time with a couple of double figure scoring nights, showing confidence and poise beyond his years. He averages 6.8 points, 2.9 assists and 2.7 rebounds, impacting the game across the board. Kinkead sees the floor well, makes smart reads and picks his spots within the offense. His steady decision making and ability to contribute in multiple areas give Wellington added balance and depth when they need it most

These aren't the names everyone circles first as we already know who the stars are. Every team survives and wins because of the others. The guys who steady the ship, swing momentum and do the work that doesn't always show up in the box score. They defend, rebound, communicate and make winning plays when it matters most. Take them away and teams fall apart. These are the glue guys who are the backbone of the conference.