6A Playoff Picture Part 1
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As we progress towards the last stretch of the season, we inevitably take a look at the top teams in the 6A Classification. The South Medford Panthers are a tough, energized, and systematic group that are clearly in mid-season form…
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Continue ReadingAs we progress towards the last stretch of the season, we inevitably take a look at the top teams in the 6A Classification. The South Medford Panthers are a tough, energized, and systematic group that are clearly in mid-season form heading into the playoffs. The Jesuit Crusaders look to continue their momentum and erase what was a disappointing 2022 playoff picture. The Clackamas Cavaliers have been the talk of the town and look to cap off what was and is continuing to be a riveting season.
South Medford Panthers
The Panthers are truly in mid-season form, looking forward to a run to not only the Chiles Center but to add to their trophy hardware. Led by Donovyn Hunter Donovyn Hunter 5'10" | PG South Medford | 2023 State #26 Nation OR , Oregon State signee, the Panthers are aggressive defensively and use the same approach on the other end of the floor. Sara and Tatum Schmerbach are two sisters who play with synergy and Kendall Fealey Kendall Fealey 5'8" | SG South Medford | 2023 State OR is another weapon offensively. Kim Ceron is an athletic hybrid forward with a big game. The Panthers also have young talent like freshman Taylor Young Taylor Young 5'7" | PG South Medford | 2026 State OR , an elusive point guard. The Beaverton Beavers are the champions of last season and look to back that title with their defense, synergy, and attitude.
Jesuit Crusaders
Headlined by McDonald’s All-American Sofia Bell Sofia Bell 6'0" | PG St. Mary's Academy | 2023 State #34 Nation OR , the Crusaders look to continue to build off her highly momentous season. They haven’t lost to an In-State team and played number one in the country Sierra Canyon competitively back in December. The Crusaders have talent at every position, as seen with guards Emma Sixta Emma Sixta 5'10" | SG Jesuit | 2023 State OR and Avery Edwards Avery Edwards 5'10" | SG Jesuit | 2023 State OR – two guards who provide plenty of offense. Kendra Hicks Kendra Hicks 6'0" | PF Jesuit | 2024 State OR is an anchor on both ends at the forward position. Tessa Randall is another gritty two-way player. The Crusaders are scary when on full throttle.
Clackamas Cavaliers
The Clackamas Cavs began the season on several top 25 lists and recently they have shown why. The Cavs have yet to lose a game to an In-State team as of yet and look to continue to do so to clinch a State Championship. On paper, they certainly have the looks of such a team. Household name Jazzy Davidson Jazzy Davidson 6'1" | SG Clackamas | 2025 State OR anchors the Cavs as a generational talent with grace and wit. Seniors Rhyan Mogel Rhyan Mogel 5'10" | SF Clackamas | 2023 State OR and Eliza Buerk Eliza Buerk 6'3" | PF Clackamas | 2023 State OR began the spark in the program as sophomores and look to lead. The talent continues with multi-tasking Dylan Mogel Dylan Mogel 5'9" | CG Clackamas | 2025 State OR and Allie Roden. Avery Peterson is the blistering guard whereas Sara Barhoum Sara Barhoum 5'11" | SG Clackamas | 2025 State OR the sniper that comes alive. The Cavaliers are a serious contender and look to continue the conversation.
Beaverton Beavers
The reigning 6A State Champions have been battle tested early and often, as they played some nationally competition in December, including a game with top ten in the nation La Jolla Country Day (CA). The Beavers have their big senior trio in Madison Naro Madison Naro 5'7" | PG Beaverton | 2023 State OR , Lainey Spear Lainey Spear 6'2" | PF Beaverton | 2023 State OR , and Zoe Borter Zoe Borter 6'0" | SG Beaverton | 2023 State OR – three centrifugal pieces for their team who play a multitude of roles for their club. Faith Meyer Faith Meyer 5'11" | PF Beaverton | 2024 State OR is an intriguing piece who brings toughness and size and Indie Browning Indie Browning 5'8" | CG Beaverton | 2024 State OR is a skilled guard who has come into the starting five. Another difference maker is Jaydin Lutu, who showed huge strides last season down the season.