East vs West Shootout
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ALBUQUERQUE — The East vs West Shootout was a four day tournament held as various sites across the metro area. With 14 teams in the varsity division for girls’ basketball, there were plenty of intriguing matchups and spectacular plays that…
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Continue ReadingALBUQUERQUE — The East vs West Shootout was a four day tournament held as various sites across the metro area.
With 14 teams in the varsity division for girls’ basketball, there were plenty of intriguing matchups and spectacular plays that were made. Here are some standout players from the weekend!
Brynn Hargrove Brynn Hargrove 5'6" | PG Hobbs | 2025 State NM | 2025 | CyFair Elite 17u Elite 40
Hargrove is a well polished backcourt player with a smooth jump shot. Brynn thrives in pick’n’roll situations as both a facilitator and as a scorer. Hargrove was awarded the MVP trophy after the Championship game on Sunday afternoon.
Caris Dale Caris Dale 5'7" | SF Farmington | 2026 State NM | 2026 | CyFair 17u Elite 40
Dale is a fundamentally sound guard with a good feel to her game. Caris can play both on-ball/off-ball as she has a solid handle and jumper extending out to 22 feet.
Amariah Valles Amariah Valles 5'4" | PG Albuqerque | 2025 State NM | 2025 | NM Clippers 17u Grey
Valles a skilled shot creator with a quick first step. Amariah possesses an ELITE handle and even busted out a ‘shammgod’ in transition.
Hope Giddings Hope Giddings 5'8" | SG Sandia | 2025 State NM | 2025 | ABC Lady Spotlight
Giddings was phenomenal all weekend in catch & shoot situations, particularly from behind the arc. Hope’s ability to stretch the floor, allowed her teammates to slash to the basket.
Sophia Lopez | 2026 | ABC Lady Spotlight
Lopez is a lanky wing with a great motor. Sophia uses her length to shoot over smaller defenders and disrupt passing lanes on defense.
Janessa Gallegos Janessa Gallegos 5'2" | SG Atrisco Heritage | 2024 State NM | 2024 | NM Fierce
Gallegos as always, spaced the floor well with her outside shot but also did a fantastic job putting the ball on the floor and getting to the basket. The senior guard has two offers on the table — Northern New Mexico College and the University of the Southwest.
Abigail Martinez Abigail Martinez 5'5" | SG Los Alamos | 2024 State NM | 2024 | NM Fierce
Martinez shined in DHO actions, as she was able to create off the dribble and get all the way to the cup. Abby has committed to Eureka College, located in Illinois. The Red Devils are a NCAA Division III program and member of the SLIAC (St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference)
Bleona Agushi Bleona Agushi PG Del Norte | 2025 State NM | 2025 | ABC Lady Spotlight
Bleona is a skilled guard who has great vision and the ability to defend in isolation. Agushi has active hands allowing her to create deflections and steals.
Jadyn Montoya Jadyn Montoya SG Valencia | 2025 State NM | 2025 | Zia’s Sports Academy
Montoya is a multi-level scorer that can draw multiple defenders. When Jadyn is in a rhythm, she is tough to contain, especially when she is attacking the basket.