These 4A Shooters Are No Longer Under The Radar

Class 4A is loaded with talent, but not every impact player is getting the attention they deserve. This week we are spotlighting under the radar players who quietly delivered big performances for their teams last season. From scoring and playmaking to leadership and toughness, these rising names are primed for breakout campaigns and could become some of the biggest difference makers in 4A basketball.    Kalenzi first grabbed our attention during Peak To Peak's playoff run last season, and after seeing the flashes he showed down the stretch, he is firmly on the radar heading into the new year. While his season average of 7 points per game may not jump off the page, his late season surge certainly does. He scored in double figures in four of his final five games, including a pair of postseason contests where he stepped up in big moments against quality competition. Kalenzi is a confident shooter who never hesitates to take open looks and has the mentality every scorer needs. He plays with good pace, attacks gaps effectively and has the ability to finish inside when defenses overplay the perimeter. As his role continues to grow expect his production to follow     Acree returns to a Woodland Park team that brings back several young starters and has the pieces to make some noise this season. He averaged 7 points per game last year and showed encouraging signs of growth as the season progressed. The biggest indicator came late in the year when he closed out the season with impressive 17 point and 12 point performances, demonstrating his ability to step up offensively when given opportunities. Acree has shown he can be a reliable scoring option, and if he can improve his shooting efficiency and overall accuracy, a noticeable jump in production should follow. With more experience and confidence, he is a player who could take on a larger role and become an important part to Woodland Park's success this season     Ward is a player who has quietly flown under the radar at Holy Family, but that likely won't be the case much longer. The 6'2 forward put together a strong season averaging 9.8 points and 3.5 rebounds per game while shooting an efficient 49% from the field. He consistently produced offensively, recording multiple double figure scoring nights throughout the year. What stands out most about Ward is how active he is without the ball. He does an excellent job coming off screens, creating separation and using his body positioning to get clean looks at the basket. His combination of size, efficiency and scoring instincts makes him a valuable weapon, and he has all the tools to take another step forward and become an even bigger factor for Holy Family this season     Morris may not be a familiar name to many around the state yet, but his production and importance to Steamboat Springs deserve much more attention. He took a significant step forward last season, improving in every major statistical category and emerging as the team's leading scorer at 9.2 points per game. His ability to provide offensive punch was evident throughout the year, highlighted by two 20 point performances and a season high 21 point outing. Morris also contributed across the board, averaging 3.4 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game. His steady development and increased impact were key factors for Steamboat Springs, and with another offseason of growth, he looks poised to take on an even larger role. Expect Morris to be a name that gains much more recognition as the season progresses     Chisum returns to a Fort Morgan squad coming off a strong season and is positioned to be the focal point of the offense as the team's leading returning scorer after averaging 11 points per game last year. His value is evident as he consistently impacted games in multiple ways and brought a toughness and competitiveness that set the tone for his team. Chisum filled the stat sheet with 2.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 2.5 steals per game, highlighting his ability to contribute on both ends of the floor. He showed he can score with multiple double figure games and a season high 22 later in the year. With his experience and all around production, expect him to take on an even larger leadership role and be one of the key pieces behind Fort Morgan's success this season

Class 4A is loaded with talent, but not every impact player is getting the attention they deserve. This week we are spotlighting under the radar players who quietly delivered big performances for their teams last season. From scoring and playmaking to leadership and toughness, these rising names are primed for breakout campaigns and could become some of the biggest difference makers in 4A basketball.