5A Power Rankings 1/23
#1 Millennium 11-1 Millennium once again comes in at #1, both in the AIA rankings and in our Prep Hoops AZ Rankings. Millennium is undoubtedly the top team in 5A and in state, in my opinion. They are absolutely loaded…
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Continue Reading#1 Millennium 11-1
Millennium once again comes in at #1, both in the AIA rankings and in our Prep Hoops AZ Rankings. Millennium is undoubtedly the top team in 5A and in state, in my opinion. They are absolutely loaded with talent, extremely well coached, and have been on a mission to redeem their state loss from last season. They are my favorite to win the state championship.
#2 Ironwood 12-1
Ironwood has been on a roll and looks very scary. The eagles are currently ranked #3 in the AIA rankings but I believe they are the #2 team in 5A. They have been dangerous since getting their full team back and look like they could possibly give Millennium a run for their money.
#3 Gilbert 10-2
Gilbert is ranked #4 in the AIA rankings but here they are ranked #3. Gilbert has had a tremendous season and beaten some absolutely talented teams. Gilbert is extremely well coached and has the players to compete for state again.
#4 Cactus Shadows 12-0
Cactus Shadows comes in at #4. They are currently ranked #2 in the AIA rankings. Why the difference? I just want to see Cactus Shadows play a little bit more before putting them over the top 3 teams in 5A, Millennium, Ironwood, and Gilbert. However, I do acknowledge the success they have had so far, just need to see a bit more.
#5 South Mountain 11-2
South Mountain makes their debut in the top 5 Power Rankings for 5A. They’ve had a really good season, only losing to Millennium and Centennial. Both of those teams are very good! SM hung in their with Millennium, only losing by 1 point. Most recently, South Mountain defeated Paradise Valley. SM is currently ranked #6 in the AIA rankings.