Xavier/Desert Vista Notes
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On January 16, 2023 Monarch Sports presented the MLK Dream Classic which had multiple games involving schools around the valley. One of the highlighted matchups was that of the number one ranked girls team Desert Vista Thunder against number two…
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Continue ReadingOn January 16, 2023 Monarch Sports presented the MLK Dream Classic which had multiple games involving schools around the valley. One of the highlighted matchups was that of the number one ranked girls team Desert Vista Thunder against number two Phoenix Xavier Prep.
The first quarter was a back and forth chess match with DV having a 16-15 lead after one. The second quarter was much of the same with Dominique Nesland Dominique Nesland 5'10" | PG Xavier College Prep | 2024 State AZ leading Xavier. Desert Vista held a 28-25 lead going into the half. In the third quarter DV used a 21-6 quarter led by Dylan Swindle Dylan Swindle 5'6" | PG Desert Vista | 2025 State AZ to take a 49-31 lead into the fourth quarter. The fourth quarter was much the same as Desert Vista’s defensive pressure was too much and the pulled out the victory 65-50. This event was packed with many top prospects.
Here i take a look at some of them.
Jerzy Robinson
Jerzy
Robinson
6'0" | CG
Sierra Canyon | 2026
State
CA
Desert Vista
She’s possibly the top player in the state regardless of class. At a very early stage of her high school career she does everything well. She handled ball pressure, showed the ability to score at all three levels and more than held her own defensively. Sky is the limit for Jerzey.
Dominique Nesland Dominique Nesland 5'10" | PG Xavier College Prep | 2024 State AZ Xavier Prep
This was my first time seeing Nesland and I was impressed. She showed toughness to go along with solid ball handling skills. She showed deep range on her shot knocking down multiple three’s.
Dylan Swindle
Dylan
Swindle
5'6" | PG
Desert Vista | 2025
State
AZ
Desert Vista
The sophomore showed that even on a team of stars she can shine when her number is called on. She had a personal 8-0 run of her own in the third quarter. She showed a beautiful jump shot and was a pest on defense.
Irene Noelle Guiamatsia
Irene
Noelle Guiamatsia
6'4" | C
Xavier Prep | 2026
State
AZ
Xavier Prep (Featured Image)
Upside is first word that comes to mind. She showed to be a excellent rebounder and shot blocker. The other promising skill that she showed is that on offense she keeps the ball high and stays long using her wingspan. Easily one of the top 5 freshman girls in the state.
Shay Ijiwoye
Shay
Ijiwoye
5'6" | PG
Desert Vista | 2024
State
AZ
Desert Vista
The four star junior just plays the game at a different pace. Even though this opponent was tougher than their average opponent it didn’t stop Shay from playing her game. She just picked her spots and chose to keep her teammates involved more. She knew she could get her own shots whenever she needed to. The consummate leader showed why power 5 schools are all over her.
Maureen Ulrich
Maureen
Ulrich
5'8" | SF
Xavier College Prep | 2024
State
AZ
Xavier Prep
The strong bodied forward knows what to do on offense. She used that body to shield defenders and protect the ball. On the defensive side of the ball she showed excellent footwork and communicated to teammates