8 Names to Watch Out For: 6A Playoffs Round 1
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With the 6A playoff around the corner, tomorrow brings a wide array of competitive matchups and potential surprises. These are a few names who have made a huge mark for their teams, all while proving track records of elite play…
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Continue ReadingWith the 6A playoff around the corner, tomorrow brings a wide array of competitive matchups and potential surprises. These are a few names who have made a huge mark for their teams, all while proving track records of elite play while under pressure.
#8 Grandview versus #25 Chatfield
The most dominant post presence in the state, Betts will yet again be tasked with large responsibility as a facilitator in the post. Always productive leveraging her blend of finesse and strength to create excellent scoring opportunities.
Highlands Ranch #16 versus Fort Collins #17
Baker’s leadership and playmaking value consistently propel this Highlands Ranch group, going 14-9 on the season. Her ability to make great plays while under pressure helps stabilize them in the halfcourt, setting this group up for success. An excellent perimeter shooter off the catch, opponents will need to close out the guard early off the catch.
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On the opposite end of this tightly contested matchup, Alcaraz looks to lead Fort Collins past the first round. A dynamic ball handler, the guard is among the leaders in free throw attempts, certainly capable of putting opponents into foul trouble.
Cherokee Trail #1 versus #32 Fountain Fort-Carson
Although Cherokee Trail brings a notably deep roster, Damara Allen Damara Allen 5’10” | SG Cherokee Trail | 2024 State CO has led this group in clutch moments. Elite scoring through contests, the guard is a tough shotmaker particularly in the mid-range. Not to mention her defensive skillset makes her a pest in help or at the point of attack.
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Regis Jesuit #7 vs Eaglecrest #26
Watts is troublesome for opposing perimeter defenders due to her craft with the ball and quickness getting downhill. Paired with her elite defensive instincts, Regis Jesuit has an excellent point of attack defender at their arsenal. Her well rounded tool box on the offensive end makes this group so malleable against a wide variety of defensive lineups.
Arapahoe #15 versus #18 Columbine
Smith has proven herself as a premier shotmaker, excellent getting to jumpers off the bounce past multiple defenders if necessary. Few perimeter players get buckets to the same degree as Smith.
Valor Christian #4 versus #29 Poudre
Vansickle’s versatile scoring abilities have helped provide high upside with this group’s offensive punch. A capable perimeter shooter and downhill scorer, she does well reeling out opponents for driving lanes, often drawing fouls around the rim. Their 18-4 record is in no small part from Vansickle’s offensive creation.
Pine Creek #5 versus #28 Fossil Ridge
Among the most productive prospects in the state, Stewart has averaged a double-double and doubled her free throws since last season. Her motor on the glass constantly keeps Pine Creek ahead when it matters most, bringing a 20-3 record. The forward has quickly progressed over the past 12 months, leveraging her improved handle to playmake at an even higher degree.