Week 7 Top Performers & More

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some of the top performers from Week 7 (Jan. 8-14) of the regular season for girls' high school basketball. Plus additional mid-season tournament coverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='458555' first='Bhret' last='Clay'] | Hobbs</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>22 pts vs West Mesa &amp; 16 pts vs La Cueva </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It was a good week for the class of 2025 no. 1 ranked SG who was steady on both ends of the floor -- Clay knows how to get to her spots in the halfcourt with good footwork and takes advantage of crossmatches and mismatches. On defense, Clay's pressure defense leads to easy buckets in the form of fast break layups as she forces opposing players to make frequent mistakes handling the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='370329' first='Bella' last='Hines'] | Eldorado</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>29 pts &amp; 9 reb vs La Cueva</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With how frequently Hines puts up 25 or more points, it seems to be almost expected as this point. The no. 1 ranked player in the class of 2025 has been phenomenal scoring at all three-levels for the Eldorado Eagles this season. Bella is an elite shot creator and maker who can seriously make jaw dropping plays out on the perimeter, in the mid-range and at the rim. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='391108' first='Jadyn' last='Montoya'] &amp; [player_tooltip player_id='648209' first='Jaiden' last='Montgomery'] | Valencia</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Montoya: 33 pts &amp; Montgomery: 16 pts vs Bernalillo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Montoya, one of the top backcourt players in 4A, was definitely in a rhythm vs the Bernalillo Spartans; The 2025 guard was scoring at will in the paint and out on the perimeter. As for Montgomery, the forward was fantastic on both ends of the floor, especially from an effort standpoint. Montgomery does a great job creating 2nd chance opportunities and makes a diligent effort to contest every shot on defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='839428' first='Trinity' last='Calabaza'] &amp; [player_tooltip player_id='391242' first='Leah' last='Valdez'] | Bernalillo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Calabaza: 21 pts &amp; Valdez: 18 pts vs Valencia</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Despite coming up short vs Valencia, the duo of Calabaza and Valdez went down swinging. The physical Calabaza was going to work down in the lane and on the glass while the crafty Valdez was effective off the dribble, getting to the foul-line after creating contact on the drive. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='357673' first='Eva' last='Love'] &amp; [player_tooltip player_id='648191' first='Jordyn' last='Dyer'] | La Cueva </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Love: 25 pts &amp; Dyer: 19 pts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Eva, the no. 1 ranked player in the class of 2024, played like a true D1 prospect vs Hobbs. Love displayed a well-rounded game on the offensive end, scoring at all three-levels, but was especially spectacular when operating in the midrange. As for Dyer, she is a dynamic forward who serves as a top-notch second option that can take over for stretches in a game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taejhuan 'TT' Hill | Volcano Vista</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>20 pts vs Sandia</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Drastically standing out is the improved handle and mid-range shot from 'TT' Hill. The senior forward has been very effective facing up, and using a one dribble pull-up jumper, primarily from the elbows and foul-line area. The Adams State signee has been tremendous thus far for Volcano, leading them in scoring and rebounding. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='391103' first='Sydney' last='Benally'] | Sandia</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>19 pts vs Volcano Vista</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Game after game, the top PG in the class of 2025 continues to evolve her game. Benally known for her magic on the offensive end, is an underrated defender despite a thin frame. Benally understands how to position herself and make the right play -- Sydney is willing to sacrifice her body and take a charge vs bigger frontcourt players who have a size advantage. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mid-Season Tournaments </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":4} --> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">'SFIS: Lady Braves Invite'</h4> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Champions: Mesa Vista</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defeated SFIS, 42-40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Trojans (13-3) are led by their Big 3 -- seniors [player_tooltip player_id='391278' first='Isabella' last='Boies'], [player_tooltip player_id='635360' first='Shanae' last='Silva'] and junior [player_tooltip player_id='391106' first='Tana' last='Lopez'] -- who are combining for 43.2 ppg, 10.5 rpg, 11.7 apg &amp; 10 spg on the season! Mesa Vista is a team to watch in 2A, as they have several playmakers on the roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table {"hasFixedLayout":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Player</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">PPG</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">RPG</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">APG</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">SPG</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='391106' first='Tana' last='Lopez']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">22.0</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">4.4</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1.6</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">3.4</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='635360' first='Shanae' last='Silva']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">14.3</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">3.5</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2.0</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2.9</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='391278' first='Isabella' last='Boies']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">6.9</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2.6</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">8.1</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">3.7</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">2023-24 Stats via MaxPreps </figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":4} --> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">'2024 Metro Championships'</h4> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Champions: Volcano Vista</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defeated La Cueva, 46-41</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Led by senior [player_tooltip player_id='357657' first='Taejhuan' last='Hill'], the Hawks (11-5) are on a four-game win streak playing their best ball of the season up to this point. Volcano has also gotten solid production from their guards -- Espinoza &amp; Duncan -- who can reach double-figures, while also playing tenacious defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table {"hasFixedLayout":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Player</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">PPG</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">RPG</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">APG</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">SPG</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Taejhuan 'TT' Hill</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">13.4</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">11.4</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2.7</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1.9</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='391323' first='Mila' last='Espinoza']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">12.6</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2.4</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1.9</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2.8</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='412420' first='Lilliana' last='Duncan']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">11.0</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">3.4</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1.2</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">4.4</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">2023-24 Stats via MaxPreps</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:table -->