Zac Borrego heads into the playoffs with confidence after earning First Team All-District honors. When Zac is playing with confidence, he’s at his most exciting. He thrives attacking downhill and uses excellent body control to finish in the paint. Once he begins getting touches inside and the defense collapses, Zac’s vision allows him to get teammates involved and create quality opportunities. His big man has soft hands and the ability to finish in the post, making it difficult for defenses to key in solely on Zac. His playmaking also helps relieve pressure when defenses try to disrupt Academy’s offense. Look for Zac to fill up the stat sheet in the first round.

Zac Borrego showcased his all around game by controlling the flow of Albuquerque Academy’s offense. He consistently got his team into their sets and allowed the ball to reach the paint, creating quality looks by playing off two feet and staying under control. Defensively, Borrego was active, getting his hands on multiple deflections that led directly to fast break opportunities. Offensively, he attacked defenders off the dribble, finished with finesse around contact, and found gaps in the defense through smart off ball cuts that kept the defense on its heels.

Borrego has emerged as the engine for Albuquerque Academy to start the season, impacting the game in multiple areas. He does a great job controlling the tempo and making smart decisions with the ball in his hands. Offensively, he is getting to the rim with purpose and finishing through contact while showing soft touch around the basket. His ability to stretch the floor with his three point shooting has made him a difficult matchup for opposing defenses. Borrego has also developed strong chemistry with big man Hunter Aime Hunter Aime 6'10" | C Albuquerque Academy | 2026 State NM , consistently delivering the ball to him in scoring positions off drives and pick and roll actions. On the defensive end, Borrego brings a high motor, applying pressure and setting the tone with his intensity. His steady presence has been a major factor in Academy’s early success.

Zac Borrego was on a mission this week against Belen. Zac was able to use his defense to get his team going early in the game. He played hard nosed defense all game getting steals from the help side and disrupting passing lanes. Turning defense into offense he was able to run the floor hard and make good decisions. He had good vision all night getting his teammates involved and finding soft spots for open shots. Not only was he able to hit a three pointer under pressure but was able to put the game away with a steal to easy layup.