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Players you may not have heard of… but won’t be able to miss.

Players you may not have heard of… but won’t be able to miss.
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Tonia Ziter
Tonia Ziter May 22, 2025 @ 11:48 AM
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Julia Fugal
Julia Fugal 5'11" | SF/CG | 2026
UT
Makayla Staker
Makayla Staker 6'3" | C | 2026
UT
Keira Hester
Keira Hester 5'11" | SF | 2026
UT
Cumorah Tupola
Cumorah Tupola 5'11" | PF/SF | 2026
UT
Brynn Young
Brynn Young 6'2" | PF | 2027
UT
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Her agility and anticipation allow her to effectively guard multiple positions, disrupting opposing offenses and creating transition opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Her talent has garnered attention from junior colleges and local Division II programs in Utah. As Westlake transitions into Region 2, Brynn's continued development, particularly in finishing at the rim, will be pivotal in the team's pursuit of a 6A state title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1248643"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682d003e1ceda"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cumorah is making a significant impact as she transitions from the post to the perimeter. After competing with an EYBL team in Honolulu, Hawaii, she has joined AIM Basketball Club in Utah, stepping into a hybrid guard/forward role. This positional shift highlights her adaptability and expanding skill set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In her debut game with AIM, Cumorah showcased her playmaking abilities by recording five assists, demonstrating her high basketball IQ and vision on the court. Her defensive prowess, previously noted during tournaments in Texas, remains a standout aspect of her game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1248783"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682d003e1cf26"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keira has emerged as a versatile and impactful player on both ends of the court. Her performance earned her a spot on the 2025 All-Valley Second Team, where she averaged 7.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game. <a href="https://www.heraldextra.com/sports/high-school/2025/apr/04/best-of-the-best-2025-all-valley-girls-basketball-team/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Herald Extra</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, Hester excels at attacking the basket, using her length and strength to finish through contact. Her ability to drive into the lane and absorb physical play makes her a constant threat near the rim. Defensively, she is known for her tenacity and physicality, often outmuscling opponents to secure rebounds and disrupt plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Despite being Westlake's second-leading scorer, she has remained under the radar in state rankings. However, her consistent performance and all-around contributions suggest she is poised for a breakout season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1248994"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682d003e1cf6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mak is poised for a breakout season after a year of development behind a veteran frontcourt. This past year, she saw limited varsity minutes due to the Grizzlies' senior-heavy lineup. However, her size and instincts make her a formidable presence in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Staker excels at establishing deep post position, allowing her to secure offensive rebounds and convert put-backs with efficiency. Her timing and physicality enable her to dominate the glass, often outmuscling opponents for contested boards. Defensively, she uses her length to alter shots and protect the rim, contributing to Copper Hills' strong defensive identity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":1249601,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1249685' first='Julia' last='Fugal']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12124","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"American Fork","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='715184' first='Utah' last='Summit']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682e127a929ab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Julia has steadily emerged as a key contributor for the Cavemen. Despite playing behind a senior-heavy lineup, Fugal has made her presence felt on both ends of the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offensively, Fugal has demonstrated her scoring ability with confidence from beyond the arc. Defensively, she leverages her length and anticipation to disrupt passing lanes, often leading to deflections and turnovers. Her help-side defense is particularly noteworthy, as she provides timely rotations and support, contributing to the team's overall defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Her continued development and increased playing time will be instrumental in the team's success in the upcoming season as she steps into a more prominent role.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->
Brynn Young

Brynn Young

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS PF
CLASS 2027
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Brynn
Young PF
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Westlake
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UT
Players you may not have heard of… but won’t be able to miss.
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Brynn Young

State: Utah
School: Westlake
Club: Utah Hoops
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Cumorah Tupola

Cumorah Tupola

UT
PF/SF
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PF/SF
CLASS 2026
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Cumorah
Tupola PF/SF
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
Timpview
|
UT
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Cumorah Tupola

State: Utah
School: Timpview
Club: AIM Basketball Academy
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Keira Hester

Keira Hester

UT
SF
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Keira
Hester SF
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
Westlake
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UT
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Keira Hester

State: Utah
School: Westlake
Club: Utah Storm
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Makayla Staker

Makayla Staker

UT
C
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Makayla
Staker C
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Copper Hills
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UT
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State: Utah
School: Copper Hills
Club: Salt Lake Lady Rebels
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