PH Utah End of Season Awards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's that time of the year when we recognize the top players from across Utah. We'll be crowning the PH Utah Mr. Basketball, the 6A Player of the Year, and selecting the PH Utah All-Team. Winners of Mr. Basketball will not be eligible for Player of the Year awards and they will be listed separately on all state teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mr. Basketball</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the field really narrowed down over the past few weeks there are a few candidates that are in the mix. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278448' first='Dean' last='Rueckert'], Timpview</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He has been having such an amazing season and has been recognized nationally for his talents, and will be playing at BYU after he finishes his church mission. His team finished 21-3 and averaged 20 PPG. He scored over 1,700 points in his career. Rueckert has an amazing resume. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278502' first='Gavin' last='Lowe'], Olympus</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lowe is one of the most electric players in the state and in recent history as well, and that is saying something because basketball in Utah has been amazing over the past few years. He will continue his playing career at UC-Irvine. Lowe ends his career with 3 state championships, and he scored over 1,600 points. He only lost 11 times in his high school career, averaging 24 PPG this season and having an unreal run at the state tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Others:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2388587' first='Bracken' last='Saunders'], Morgan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Saunders had an unreal career in high school and will be a big time get at the next level and will find his way on a high-level team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3462123' first='Luke' last='West'], Bingham</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>West is a D1 guard who excels at running the point. His improved speed and strength, coupled with a healthy season, showcase his considerable potential at the next level. He contributed significantly, guiding his team to the 6A state finals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Graydin Aderson, Westlake</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the most underrated guards in the state, he possesses exceptional basketball skills and played a crucial role in his team's 6A championship victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>6A Player of The Year Candidates</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3462123' first='Luke' last='West'], Bingham</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1476918' first='Graydin' last='Anderson'], Westlake</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278442' first='Carlo' last='Mulford'], Herriman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2089441' first='Jax' last='Clark'], American Fork</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278451' first='JT' last='Turley'], Davis</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1724368' first='Karter' last='Miller'], Layton</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5A Player of the Year Candidates</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1598266' first='Jordan' last='Oberholtzer'], Highland</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278438' first='Dash' last='Reiser'], Alta</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1786751' first='JJ' last='Serre'], Wasatch</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2306605' first='Simeon' last='Suguturaga'], Orem</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278439' first='Jamyn' last='Sondrup'], Springville</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Koli Fosita, Cyprus</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1278449' first='Mason' last='Hansen'], Springville</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4A Player of the Year Candidates</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1598259' first='Makai' last='Allen'], Provo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1960161' first='Callen' last='Tollestrup'], Provo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jaxem McCuistion,Timpanogos</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='2148482' first='Collin' last='Simmons'], Dixie</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3A Player of the Year Candidates</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2388587' first='Bracken' last='Saunders'], Morgan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>James Matson, American Heritage</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1960166' first='Jorgen' last='Southwick'], Richfield</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2A Player of the Year Candidates</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3102867' first='Jrue' last='Miller'], Rowland Hall</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Raidon barney, South Sevier</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3450646' first='Tayton' last='Pace'], North Simmit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2528348' first='Kyle' last='Brown'], Kanab</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1A Player of the Year Candidates</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Joachim Bikoula, Mount Vernon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ridge Lundgren, Rich</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3175468' first='Jason' last='Hernandez'], Green River</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->