Bruce’s Best: Top Glue Guys

<p>Hard to believe we’re nearing the close of the season. As several teams prepare to make their playoff push, they will be counting on the contributions of more than just their key players. In this article, we take a look at some of the top glue guys in the state. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="859661" first="Kiante" last="Atchison"] <em>6’0 SF Cimarron 2022 (#55PHN 2022)</em> <em>(featured image)</em> - Undersized forward that does a little bit of everything for the Spartans. Atchison handles, dishes to teammates, and is expected to defend multiple positions. His offense is a bonus, and his leadership is tangible. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="985641" first="Christopher" last="Rodriguez"] <em>5’9 PG Cheynne 2023 (#59PHHN 2023)</em> - Steady hand that guides a talented ship. Rodriguez is a pass-first PG that seems to only take the best shot. He’s a game manager with floor spacing ability that will be a huge key to the Desert Shields making a run. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="940473" first="Logan" last="Howren"] <em>6’4 SF Bishop Manogue 2023 (#28PHN 2023)</em> - Howren is going to make my Swiss - Army Knife Team. In any game, the physical guard is counted on to score, rebound and defend, and he leads the Miners in assists, averaging over 6 per game. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1326910" first="Martin" last="Thompson"] <em>5’11 Boulder City 2022</em> - One of the toughest players in the state. You’ll find the PG mixing it up around the basket for tough inside buckets. The 6-foot guard leads the Eagles in rebounding averaging over 6 per game. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1345414" first="Marcus" last="Gomez"] <em>6’0 SG Las Vegas 2023</em> - Gomez is one of those players that doesn’t need plays run for him to score. He has the ability to get out in transition and finish and can generate points from his defense. Vegas will need contributions from the junior guard to get a win. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1349704" first="Ya’Siah" last="Jackson"] <em>6’4 PF Desert Oasis 2022</em> - Jackson does all the interior dirty work for DO. The 4 man, rebounds and scores with his back to the basket. He is also a willing defender, with the ability to hedge and switch ballscreens, as well as defend opposing bigs. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="985624" first="Ephram" last="Ezidiegwu"] <em>6’5 PF Bonanza 2023 (#45PHN 2023)</em> - Ezidiegwu will be huge for 4A’s #1 team. His ability to rim run and pursue offensive rebounds is a key part of the Bengal’s offense and has been a huge part of their success this season.  </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1326879" first="Jalen" last="Dickel"] <em>6’2 CG Arbor View 2024</em> - Arbor View. Arbor’s roster is made up of several talented players, Dickel is kind of the engine that makes them click. A high IQ guy with good offensive ability, Dickel knocks down threes, scores in transition, and sets up teammates. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1377945" first="Micah" last="Foreman"] <em>6’4 PF SLAM 2023</em> - Forman brings his hard hat every game. The big man for the 3A contender cleans the glass at a high level while defending the interior. Buckets are a bonus, but the Bulls can count on Foreman to man the paint throughout their playoff run.  </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1379108" first="Bruce" last="Woodbury"] <em>5’9 PG Boulder City 2023</em> - Woodbury embodies everything the Eagles are. He’s the primary ballhandler for BC so his ability to limit turnovers is key. His defense and timely shot-making for the club also lands him on the list. </p> <p>Follow </p> <p><a href="https://twitter.com/7outzbballclub1"><em>On Twitter</em></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bruceprephoops/"><em>On IG</em></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/PrepHoopsNV"><em>Like Us On FB</em></a></p>