5A Region 6 – PREVIEW

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Region 6 looks like one of the most competitive regions heading into the new season. With East and Highland dropping to 4A, and West, which was last year's region and 5A state champions, over to Region 4, combined with several strong programs from the old Region 5 joining, this alignment could make for some tightly contested games from top to bottom.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A few of the new teams bring a mix of experienced upperclassmen and emerging underclass talent, which means there's no clear favorite early on. Programs that traditionally emphasize speed and defensive intensity will need to adjust quickly to the physicality and offensive power of the new teams joining the fold.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">BRIGHTON</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Record: 17-8. <strong>2nd in Region 6.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='796799' first='Sophie' last='Nielsen'] was the backbone of this team last season and will continue to carry that role heading into the year. Her leadership, poise, and ability to control the tempo make her the anchor on both ends of the floor. The team graduated seven seniors — a big turnover — but none with the same impact as Sophie.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The departure of [player_tooltip player_id='789082' first='Olivia' last='Stephens'] to Alta will make for an exciting storyline when these two teams face off. [player_tooltip player_id='796891' first='Ava' last='Nielsen'], who's been developing right alongside her sister, will be looked to as a complementary force, stepping into a bigger role and adding more offensive consistency.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With so many graduating seniors, there's now room for new contributors to emerge. Charlotte McKinney will be expected to take advantage of those open opportunities. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OLYMPUS</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Record: 13-9. <strong>3rd in Region 6.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Olympus lost six seniors — many of whom were the glue that held the team together — and will be looking to reestablish its chemistry this season. [player_tooltip player_id='812060' first='Madi' last='Shimoda'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1275379' first='Cammie' last='Bontempo'], both proven contributors last year, will assume larger roles and have the opportunity to showcase their skill sets with increased minutes and leadership responsibilities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The biggest addition to the roster is [player_tooltip player_id='790536' first='Kya' last='Newton'], a transfer from Mountain Ridge. A multi-year All-State selection, Kya brings high-level experience, scoring versatility, and defensive toughness that should immediately elevate Olympus' competitive ceiling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='997496' first='Savannah' last='Erickson'] and [player_tooltip player_id='921381' first='Ava' last='Jorgensen'] are two more players who should see increased varsity time and could provide valuable support with their energy and hustle. With returning contributors stepping up and a dynamic new piece in [player_tooltip player_id='790536' first='Kya' last='Newton'], Olympus might surprise people in a tough region despite its significant roster turnover.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">ALTA</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Record: 14-11. <strong>4th in Region 6.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alta enters the season as one of the most experienced and balanced teams left in Region 5. Returning nearly the entire roster, the Hawks add an exciting new piece with D1 commit [player_tooltip player_id='789082' first='Olivia' last='Stephens'], whose athleticism and scoring ability will immediately elevate the team's offensive flow. They only lost four seniors from last year's group, and none were major stat contributors, which means their chemistry and depth remain intact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Senior leaders [player_tooltip player_id='796802' first='Alia' last='Baldassano'] and [player_tooltip player_id='796804' first='Quincy' last='Kegel'] will anchor the squad with their experience and on-court presence. Both bring defensive intensity and leadership that set the tone for the rest of the team. The young core—[player_tooltip player_id='952618' first='Meg' last='Rawson'], [player_tooltip player_id='952616' first='Isabelle' last='Lewis'], [player_tooltip player_id='927416' first='Sophia' last='Ceballos'], [player_tooltip player_id='884192' first='Megan' last='Johnson'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1277750' first='Elise' last='Baldassano']—adds energy, quickness, and versatility to the lineup, ensuring that Alta has a strong rotation that can compete deep into games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With returning chemistry, veteran leadership, and a promising youth movement, Alta is poised not just to contend for the region title but to be a serious threat come tournament time. This team has the balance, depth, and grit to stay relevant for several seasons ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">SKYLINE</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Record: 6-18. <strong>6th in Region 6.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Skyline may have finished last season with more losses than wins, but they return a promising core that could turn things around this year. While they graduated a few seniors, most of the production came from their underclassmen, giving them a foundation to build upon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ashley Price will be counted on to control the glass and bring physicality inside, while [player_tooltip player_id='997500' first='Estella' last='Myers']—who led Skyline in scoring as a freshman—will once again be the offensive centerpiece. Myers's ability to create her own shot and command the tempo makes her the natural leader for this group. [player_tooltip player_id='808149' first='Mia' last='Johnson'] adds balance as another proven scorer and perimeter threat, giving Skyline a solid one-two punch offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye on [player_tooltip player_id='1246449' first='Maelys' last='Njike'], a young, athletic player who could be the missing piece to help Skyline regain relevance in their region. If this group continues to grow together and tighten up defensively, Skyline could surprise some teams this season with its youth, energy, and developing chemistry.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"style":{"elements":{"link":{"color":{"text":"var:preset|color|primary"}}}},"textColor":"primary"} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color">NEW TO REGION 6</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">BOUNTIFUL</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Record: 24-2. <strong>1st in Region 5. 5A State Champion. </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bountiful enters the season as the clear powerhouse in Region 6—a program that others will have to bring their best to challenge. While they'll feel the loss of the 5A Player of the Year to graduation, this team is far from rebuilding. The return of standout University of Utah commit [player_tooltip player_id='796795' first='Milika' last='Satuala'] ensures that Bountiful remains a legitimate title contender. Her presence alone demands defensive attention, opening opportunities for the rest of the roster to shine.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='856279' first='Adelaide' last='Stevenson'] and [player_tooltip player_id='827404' first='Maleah' last='Nelson'] have already proven themselves as consistent, high-level contributors who can take over games when needed. Their experience and leadership will help steady the team as new faces step into larger roles. Among those new faces, [player_tooltip player_id='1239636' first='Ava' last='Clark'], a promising freshman, is expected to fill the gap left in the paint by last year's All-State center.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beyond that, Bountiful's depth could be what sets them apart. Players like [player_tooltip player_id='884212' first='Brynna' last='Castleton'], [player_tooltip player_id='1246452' first='Vivian' last='Stevenson'], [player_tooltip player_id='1246453' first='Mailey' last='Murdock'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1246454' first='Jessie' last='Black'] all bring skill and energy to a rotation that's shaping up to be one of the deepest in the state. With this balance of star power, experience, and young talent, Bountiful is poised to continue its tradition of dominance and could very well find itself back in the championship conversation once again.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">VIEWMONT</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Record: 16-9. <strong>3rd in Region 5.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Viewmont will have a challenging season ahead after losing five seniors who were responsible for much of the team's production last year. The graduation of so many key contributors leaves significant gaps in scoring, rebounding, and leadership—areas that will need to be quickly addressed if the Vikings hope to remain competitive in their region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='935882' first='Kailey' last='Selleneit'], who saw varsity minutes last season, is poised to step into a larger role. Her familiarity with the system and game experience make her the natural candidate to lead this younger, rebuilding group. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While it may be a transition year for the Vikings, it also presents a chance for younger players to step up and gain valuable experience. If Kailey can take command early and the supporting cast develops consistency, Viewmont could still surprise a few teams in the region as the season progresses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">WOODS CROSS</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Record: 14-10. <strong>5th in Region 5</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Woods Cross has a solid returning group that could make some noise in Region 6 this year. Aida Cook led the team in scoring last season, showing consistency and leadership on the offensive end, while Ili Crockett was the playmaker who kept the offense flowing—feeding Aida and crashing the boards with determination. Lucy Thompson held things down defensively, serving as the team's primary shot-stopper and providing toughness inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Wildcats will need to fill the gap left by four graduating seniors, but they have returning and emerging talent ready to take on bigger roles. [player_tooltip player_id='796882' first='Avery' last='Poulton'] will be relied upon to bring size and strength in the paint, while [player_tooltip player_id='879599' first='Zoe' last='Michaelis'], one of the younger players on the roster, has shown tremendous improvement over the summer. Expect Zoe to earn major varsity minutes this season as she continues to showcase her skills and confidence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With a blend of returning experience and rising young talent, Woods Cross has the potential to take a significant step forward this season, especially if their core group continues to build chemistry and balance on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->