5A Championship Game Preview
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The game will be between Dowling Catholic and Johnston Dragons. Both of these teams have executed their game plan leading up to one final bout. Additionally, these teams have players who have playoff experience and are ready for the big…
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Continue ReadingThe game will be between Dowling Catholic and Johnston Dragons. Both of these teams have executed their game plan leading up to one final bout. Additionally, these teams have players who have playoff experience and are ready for the big stage.
Dowling Catholic had players who were locked in from the start. Ava Zediker Ava Zediker 5’10” | PG Dowling Catholic | 2025 State IA led them in scoring with 22 points shooting 53% from the field. She did a great job reading the defense while using ball screens. Made great sharp passes to open teammates and did a solid job defensively.
Ellie Muller Ellie Muller 6’3″ | C Dowling Catholic | 2026 State IA was another big contributor finishing the game with 19 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 blocks shooting 7-11 from the field. She was very efficient from the field and contested many shots in the paint. Additionally, defensively Ellie forced the offense to alter their attempts around the rim because she does an excellent timing shots at the highest point. Huge upside for Ellie as she’s only a sophomore!
Katelyn Muller is another key piece towards Dowling success this season. Only a freshman who’s been nicknamed “fearless” from other coaches because of the way she plays. She wants to win! Ellie finished with 11 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals. She will be a player for coaches to keep an eye on at the next level!
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Johnston Dragons is the team other teams fear playing. They have a roster of athletes who has aspirations of playing college basketball and who have currently committed to a school or has received offers.
Jenica Lewis is on a mission this season. Her performance throughout the playoffs thus far shows growth after her experience last year as a freshman. She finished the game with 22 points, 4 steals, and 3 assists while shooting 50% from the field. She will be looking to build off of her first two playoff games to complete their undefeated season.
Aili Tanke Aili Tanke 6’0″ | SG Johnston | 2024 State IA is an Iowa State University commit who does what is needed to help put her team in a winning position. She finished the game with 19 points and 11 rebounds and shot 53% from the field. Aili got the Dragons off to a good start in the 3rd quarter scoring their first 8 points. She is 1 of the 5 players who will be graduating this year.