Metro’s Elite: Players Dominating the Scene Part One

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 'Area Breakdown' series spotlights top players and their standout skills, showcasing the unique talent thriving in each region. For article formatting and area purposes, the metro area will consist of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Los Lunas, Moriarty, and Rio Rancho.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dive in to discover who's dominating your region! Here is part one!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Player</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Class Year</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>School</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='648191' first='Jordyn' last='Dyer']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2026</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">La Cueva</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='648196' first='Adeline' last='Spratley']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2026</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Albuquerque Academy</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='648203' first='Rebecca' last='Neal']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2026</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Highland</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='648201' first='Lailah' last='Bouldin']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2026</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Albuquerque High</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='648209' first='Jaiden' last='Montgomery']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2026</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Valencia</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='1221571' first='Savannah' last='Madueno']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">2026</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Cleveland</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Table 1: Basketball players from Metro New Mexico, ordered by Graduating Class and Overall Ranking</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648191"],"_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-68ed4456736af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Pacific Tigers' commit, a dynamic Shooting-Guard from the class of 2026, has already carved out a stellar high school career with the Bears. She leads her class in total points, points per game, field goal percentage, double-doubles, and total rebounds — an extraordinary feat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Over 91 games, she's averaged an impressive 16.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 2.4 steals per game, showcasing her all-around dominance. Her shooting splits — 47% from the field, 27% from three, and 68% from the free-throw line — highlight her versatility and poise.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With 1,478 points, 711 rebounds, and 26 double-doubles to her name, she's a force on the court. Her game thrives in open space, where her explosive downhill attacks and knack for finishing through traffic make her nearly unstoppable.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648196"],"_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-68ed445673711"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Meet Spratley, a six-foot electrifying two-way playmaker. This standout Forward ranks among the top five in her class across a slew of statistical categories, including total points, points per game, field goal percentage, double-doubles, total rebounds, rebounds per game, total blocks, and blocks per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Over 82 games with the Chargers, she's racked up an impressive 1,055 points, 592 rebounds, and 99 blocks, boasting a 46% field goal percentage and 19 double-doubles. Averaging 12.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game, Spratley's energy and versatility make her a game-changer on both ends of the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648203"],"_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-68ed445673760"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='648203' first='Rebecca' last='Neal'] is a dynamic two-way force for the Hornets, blending size, speed, and power to dominate both ends of the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In 82 games, she's averaged an impressive 8.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.1 blocks per game, while securing 16 double-doubles — a mark that ranks her third in the Class of 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With 676 points, 566 rebounds, 182 assists, 134 steals, and 98 blocks, Neal boasts a sharp 45% field goal percentage, making her a standout playmaker and a relentless competitor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648201"],"_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-68ed4456737b0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='648201' first='Lailah' last='Bouldin'], a fierce and physical 5'6” Guard, is a scoring threat for the Bulldogs, capable of lighting it up from all levels. She thrives creating off the dribble, slicing through defenses with ease, while also stretching the floor with an impressive 91 three-pointers — ranking seventh in her class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Across 76 games, Bouldin has averaged 11.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 2.3 steals per game, amassing a total of 868 points, 229 rebounds, 114 assists, and 179 steals. Her relentless aggression and versatile skill set make her a formidable force on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["648209"],"_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-68ed4456737fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='648209' first='Jaiden' last='Montgomery'], an agile Forward, has emerged as a cornerstone for the Jaguars with her relentless energy and sharp instincts. Standing out with her exceptional motor and positional length, she's a tenacious defender, using her lateral quickness to shut down opponents on the perimeter and block their path to the paint. What's more, her explosive ability to sky for rebounds adds another dimension to her game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In 90 games for Valencia, Montgomery has notched 11 double-doubles, joining an elite group of just eight players in the Class of 2026 with 10 or more. She boasts career averages of 7.9 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.3 steals per game, shooting an efficient 40% from the field. In total, she's racked up 719 points, 565 rebounds, 135 assists, and 125 steals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1221571"],"_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-68ed445673840"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1221571' first='Savannah' last='Madueno'], a sharpshooting sensation, reigns as one of the top scorers in the Class of 2026 and at the 5A level. Her footwork and relentless drive to find her spots have propelled her into an elite group of just six players to eclipse 1,000 career points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">During her junior year, she electrified the court for the Storm, averaging 11.6 points per game while draining 42 three-pointers across 28 games. Fearless from beyond the arc, she lit up opponents with five games featuring three or more treys. With 17 double-digit scoring performances for Cleveland, Madueno has proven herself as a consistent first option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*Statistics via MaxPreps*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->