Breaking Down the 4A Tournament Bracket

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We start with the top seeds, which have been awarded to Provo and Pine View. The strength of their schedules has been beneficial for both teams; their challenging schedules have prepared them well for this tournament run. It might be seen as controversial that Pine View received the No. 2 seed over region champion, Crimson Cliffs. Outside of region play, Crimson Cliffs' best win was against Mountain Ridge.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>4A Top 5 Seeds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#1 Provo, #2 Pine View, #3 Crimson Cliffs, #4 Cottonwood, #5 Dixie</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Top 5 seeds are obviously the favorites but lets take a look at some of the dangerous teams with lower rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Dangerous Teams in 4A</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#17 Mountain Crest- Led by [player_tooltip player_id='2400413' first='Easton' last='Pugmire']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#18 Judge Memorial- Led by [player_tooltip player_id='1614839' first='Aymen' last='Ismail']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#14 Murray - Led by [player_tooltip player_id='1439714' first='Isaiah' last='Beh']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Darhorse Teams to Win it All</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#11 East</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>East has come a long way and has become a formidable program, blending young talent with veteran presence. A key to their success in the playoffs could be a strong performance from [player_tooltip player_id='2450656' first='Oscar' last='Keegan']; if he delivers, the surrounding guards, such as Jett Rimando and Beckham Christensen, will be able to elevate their games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>#7 Juan Diego</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Juan Diego showcased their potential, appearing as a top contender in 4A. Their success hinges on health and a strong performance from forward [player_tooltip player_id='2841025' first='Deng' last='Deng'], which could transform them into an electric force. The development of Javier Aguiree and [player_tooltip player_id='2722025' first='Trey' last='Nicolodemos'] adds to their depth. With a supporting cast of role players, Juan Diego has the potential to become a formidable, unpredictable team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>1st Round Brutal Matchup</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Judge Memorial vs. Desert Hills</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Desert Hills has competed in many hard-fought games, and now they stand at a crucial juncture, ready to overcome past challenges and clinch a decisive win to advance. Several players are poised to make significant contributions:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Masser Mbodj:</strong> A lengthy and athletic wing, Mbodj has the potential to be a game-changer, especially on the defensive end, capable of shutting down opposing players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ne'a Tauafea:</strong> This highly-touted 2026 prospect is an exceptional athlete, standing at 6'1. He dominates the team in scoring, showcasing his versatility and strength.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Players to Watch:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2148482' first='Collin' last='Simmons'], Dixie</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2274390' first='Luka' last='Cecez'], Cottonwood</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1960175' first='Jelani' last='Odjegba'], Pine View</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1598259' first='Makai' last='Allen'], Provo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McKay Linquist, Crimson Cliffs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2538798' first='Brigham' last='Kemp'], Hurricane</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1966069' first='Jaxen' last='McCuistion'], Timpanogos</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Joshua Hair, Mountain View</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reggie MacKay, Snow Canyon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->