5A Impact Players Pt. 1
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The 5A conference is loaded with talented players who will, without a doubt, impact all the way up to the Open playoffs. Some of these players will be in the player of the year conversations. Here, I take a look…
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Continue ReadingThe 5A conference is loaded with talented players who will, without a doubt, impact all the way up to the Open playoffs. Some of these players will be in the player of the year conversations.
Here, I take a look at some of the better players in 5A.
Elli Guiney Elli Guiney 5'9" | CG Millennium | 2024 State AZ Millennium
One of the more decorated players of recent years, looks to close out her career on a high note. She’s working with a younger supporting cast, but don’t count the Tigers out.
Mackenzie Buckner
Mackenzie
Buckner
6'0" | PF
Bella Vista Prep | 2025
State
AZ
Betty Fairfax
Buckner is probably the top-post player in the class, and she will have to carry a Stampede team that was hit hard with transfers.
Makayla Carter
Makayla
Carter
6'2" | PF
Mountain View Marana | 2025
State
AZ
Mountain View Marana (Featured Image)
An improving prospect, Carter looks to lead a team that should improve on last year’s record. She will put a lot of pressure on opposing teams with her length and athletic ability.
Ava Pautz
Ava
Pautz
5'11" | SF
Notre Dame Prep | 2024
State
AZ
Notre Dame Prep
Pautz leads a Saints team that looks to make more noise after a 19-9 season the previous year. They add a top freshman to go along with their top two returning scorers.
Clara-Mae Hrouch
Clara-Mae
Hrouch
5'7" | PG
Catalina Foothills | 2025
State
AZ
Catalina Foothills
Clara Mae leads a team that lost its top scorer but returns everyone else. Hrouch is the spark plug and will elevate the play of those around her.
Ava Lewis
Ava
Lewis
6'2" | PF
Casteel | 2026
State
AZ
Casteel
Lewis has been quietly leading a youth movement over at Casteel. She is a versatile forward who makes an impact on both ends of the floor.