Quarterfinal Scorers Shine at The Pit

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The quarterfinal round of the state championships at The Pit featured several standout individual performances. A number of players stepped up offensively and delivered efficient scoring nights to help push their teams into the next round, while others battled hard and kept their teams competitive. Here is a look at some of the top scoring performances from the quarterfinals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1326930"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b3066b4d9c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1326930' first='Remy' last='Albrecht'] played a crucial role in helping his team avoid an upset against Carlsbad in one of the closest games of the quarterfinals. Albrecht finished with 20 points and was extremely efficient, particularly inside the arc. He was a perfect 7 for 7 on his two point field goal attempts and finished the game 8 for 12 overall from the field. Albrecht also added 3 free throws on 4 attempts. His ability to convert scoring opportunities at a high rate helped his team secure the narrow one point victory and move on to the next round.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2111977"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b3066b4da22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2111977' first='David' last='Lunn'] put together a strong and well rounded performance in Volcano Vista's win over Las Cruces. Lunn finished with 23 points while shooting 10 for 18 from the field, consistently finding ways to score throughout the game. He was also effective at the free throw line, knocking down 3 of his 4 attempts. In addition to his scoring, Lunn made his presence felt on the defensive end by creating opportunities for his team to get out and run. He recorded three steals and added a block, helping Volcano Vista generate transition offense. His ability to contribute on both ends of the floor played a major role in the victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2714561"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b3066b4da6a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2714561' first='George' last='Smith'] stepped up with a big time scoring performance to help Sandia pull off the upset over Rio Rancho. Smith finished with 20 points and was extremely efficient with his shot selection throughout the game. He went 7 for 10 from the field and showed his ability to stretch the floor by knocking down 2 of his 3 attempts from three point range. Smith also got to the free throw line and converted 4 of his 6 attempts. His scoring helped Sandia maintain momentum offensively and provided a steady presence in one of the biggest wins of the quarterfinal round.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2714580"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b3066b4daad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2714580' first='Gad' last='Harris'] played an important role alongside Smith in Sandia's upset win over Rio Rancho. Harris finished with 17 points while shooting an efficient 5 for 7 from the field. He knocked down a three pointer during the game but did most of his damage by attacking the basket and putting pressure on the defense. His aggressive style of play helped him get to the free throw line frequently, where he converted 6 of his 9 attempts. Harris' ability to stay aggressive and score in key moments helped Sandia maintain control as the game progressed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2300007"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b3066b4daef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2300007' first='Malakhai' last='Ely'] delivered one of the most dominant performances of the quarterfinal round in Taos' win over No. 4 seed Del Norte. The big man was nearly perfect from the field, finishing 10 for 11 while scoring 23 points. Ely also went a perfect 3 for 3 from the free throw line, showing his ability to convert when given opportunities at the stripe. He controlled the paint offensively and used his size and presence to finish around the basket. Ely also came close to recording a double double, finishing the game with nine rebounds to go along with his 23 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2839414"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b3066b4db31"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Despite the loss, [player_tooltip player_id='2839414' first='Dashon' last='Bynum'] turned in a strong scoring performance for Rio Rancho. Bynum finished with 17 points and remained one of the primary offensive threats for his team throughout the game. He shot 7 for 14 from the field and showed his ability to score from the perimeter by knocking down 3 of his 5 attempts from beyond the arc. Bynum's shot making and effort helped keep Rio Rancho within reach for much of the contest as he continued to battle and look for scoring opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->