Elijah Martinez Elijah Martinez 5'10" | PG Cibola | 2027 State NM is a dynamic scoring guard who demonstrated his ability to put points on the board from multiple levels throughout the weekend. He consistently used his speed, ball-handling ability, and change of pace to create separation and get to his preferred spots on the floor. His effectiveness in the mid-range game kept defenders honest and opened up additional scoring opportunities.

Martinez’s motor was equally impressive. He played with a high level of energy, constantly moving without the ball and making himself available as a scoring threat. His endurance allowed him to maintain a strong pace throughout games while continuing to impact the action on both ends of the floor.

Known primarily for his scoring ability, Elijah also showed growth in his overall game. His performance reflected the work he has put in to continue developing his skill set, and he consistently found ways to be productive against different defensive looks. His combination of scoring instincts, quickness, and work ethic makes him a player to watch moving forward.

Martinez is a player who stood out for D1 New Mexico on the weekend. He’s a very confident player who gets to his spots on the floor, attacks the pick and roll, and he hits shots off of that. He’s a lethal mid-range scorer, which opens up the rest of his offense, and then he creatively hits shots or gets others going. There is not a shot that he doesn’t like, as he’s the team’s primary ball handler from the guard spot. He stays on the attack, and when defenses key in on that, he finishes at the rim or makes plays for others. All things start with him, and that was on display. Big weekend for Elijah and it makes sense why he’s one of the top players in New Mexico. 

Martinez has been one of the most electric scorers in the state to open the season. At the Phil Griego Invitational, Martinez averaged 29 points per game and consistently put defenses in tough spots with his ability to create his own shot. He attacked downhill, finished through contact, and showed confidence pulling up from deep when defenders tried to give him space. Martinez played with an aggressive mindset throughout the event, looking to score and take over stretches of games. The defining moment came when he finished a 360 degree contested layup in traffic, easily the highlight play of the tournament and one of the best plays in the state so far this season. It was his best play of the weekend and a clear reminder of his confidence and creativity, with plenty more big plays likely still to come as the season continues.

Elijah Martinez Elijah Martinez 5'10" | PG Cibola | 2027 State NM is a very quick guard who has no trouble getting to his spots and this week was no different. His body control when driving to the lane was impressive. His quickness is a big part of his game, but he also has a motor to go with it. He is a high energy player and as the game went on, he seemed to get more comfortable as other players looked tired. Elijah did very well at drawing fouls while finding his own shots.

Martinez has put on a clinic throughout the early part of the spring. This past weekend in Kansas City he showcased to many college coaches that he will be capable of playing at the next level. Martinez dished out dime after dime to his teammates. He did a great job of putting pressure on the defense by getting to the elbows and forcing the defense to make quick decisions. Martinez used his smooth mid range pull up at a high level to start drawing the respect of the bigs in the paint once he beat his defender.

Elijah is the most electrifying sophomore guard in New Mexico. He averaged 23.5 points throughout the season along with 4 assist and 2 steals. Martinez is now in the top 3 players of his class. He received 1st team all district as well as academic all district. He was the 2nd leading scorer in 5A. Elijah also reached his 1000th career point this season.