4A Midseason Rankings – Is North or South Stronger?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><mark>Want to see the full article? Use code&nbsp;<strong>Ziter50&nbsp;</strong>for half off your first billing.</mark></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Most 4A teams are down South or up North, with a few along the Wasatch front. Which area will produce the strongest schedule that will refine teams for the final challenge next month.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">1 - Dixie - Region 9 - South (17-0)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dixie may have one of the most dangerous rosters in the state, not just for this season but for the next several years. Their sophomore-heavy core has taken control early, playing with poise and confidence well beyond their age. Addison Winters, [player_tooltip player_id='904995' first='Audri' last='Orton'], and [player_tooltip player_id='873331' first='Izzy' last='Hollingshead'] form a trio that dictates tempo, applies constant pressure, and forces defenses to stay honest on every possession. They've already proven themselves with a win over a tough Wasatch squad and now face a key test against Kanab, a team that pushed Pleasant Grove to the wire. With this level of youth, depth, and composure, the question isn't whether Dixie is a contender — it's whether anyone can slow them down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Dixie Contributors: </strong>Lydia Shurtliff, [player_tooltip player_id='873281' first='Addi' last='Winters'], [player_tooltip player_id='873331' first='Izzy' last='Hollingshead'], [player_tooltip player_id='1312261' first='Hayden' last='Stilson'], [player_tooltip player_id='904995' first='Audri' last='Orton'], Janie Bartschi, Tylee Wilstead, [player_tooltip player_id='827415' first='Jerzi' last='Bundy']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">2 - Green Canyon - Region 11 - North (14-2)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Green Canyon has made a strong statement early, picking up wins over both Ridgeline and Mountain Crest, two teams expected to be factors in 4A. Their only setbacks have come against 5A competition, which adds context rather than concern. This roster is driven by a balanced leadership dynamic, with a senior–junior duo setting the tone. [player_tooltip player_id='1320636' first='Kloey' last='Tensmeyer'] has elevated her role alongside [player_tooltip player_id='812025' first='Talyssa' last='Nelson'], providing consistent production and stability. Together, they've helped shift the perception of Green Canyon from an early-season afterthought into a legitimate 4A contender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Green Canyon Contributors: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='812025' first='Talyssa' last='Nelson'], [player_tooltip player_id='1320636' first='Kloey' last='Tensmeyer'], [player_tooltip player_id='812026' first='Mya' last='Hinds'], [player_tooltip player_id='1377064' first='Claire' last='Brown'], [player_tooltip player_id='1377063' first='Jaylee' last='Blotter'], [player_tooltip player_id='1377066' first='Kate' last='Hansen'], [player_tooltip player_id='1377062' first='Laynee' last='Gibson'], [player_tooltip player_id='1242988' first='Britten' last='Maw'], Halle Hunter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">3 - Mountain Crest - Region 11 - North (13-3)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mountain Crest's losses this season have come against quality opponents, including our No. 2-ranked Green Canyon and two 5A programs, which puts their record in a better context. One reason the Mustangs flew under the radar early was the unexpected impact [player_tooltip player_id='997499' first='Emersyn' last='Brown'] has made this year. Paired with the steady presence of [player_tooltip player_id='796478' first='Bella' last='Carroll'], Mountain Crest has shown an ability to rise in key moments. If that upward trend continues, this is a team that could be hitting its stride at exactly the right time when the postseason arrives.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mountain Crest Contributors: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='997499' first='Emersyn' last='Brown'], [player_tooltip player_id='796478' first='Bella' last='Carroll'], [player_tooltip player_id='1230611' first='Leighton' last='Pratt'], [player_tooltip player_id='879708' first='Sage' last='Walker'], Mariana Webb-Barragon, Tara Niemann</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">4 - Snow Canyon - Region 9 - South (10-8)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In a tight matchup with our top-ranked 4A program, Snow Canyon came up just short, finishing with a three-point deficit at the final horn. What stands out most is the growth this team is showing while leaning heavily on a young core. As their leaders continue to gain experience, elevate their floor IQ, and better identify driving lanes and scoring windows, the chemistry is steadily coming together. Freshmen [player_tooltip player_id='957124' first='Braylee' last='Chesley'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1569092' first='Piper' last='Mackay'] have stepped up alongside [player_tooltip player_id='1236663' first='Chaylee' last='Andrews'] as key drivers of this group, and if that development continues, Snow Canyon has the look of a team that could peak at exactly the right time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Snow Canyon Contributors: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='957124' first='Braylee' last='Chesley'], [player_tooltip player_id='875186' first='Falynn' last='Randall'], [player_tooltip player_id='796500' first='Kaylin' last='Wynia'], [player_tooltip player_id='1569092' first='Piper' last='Mackay'], [player_tooltip player_id='1236663' first='Chaylee' last='Andrews'], [player_tooltip player_id='1243046' first='Alyvia' last='Kozlowski'], [player_tooltip player_id='1569093' first='Pearl' last='Fonua'], Claire White</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">5 - Provo - Region 8 - Wasatch Front (11-6)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Provo's record doesn't fully capture who they are as a team. Their losses have come against a mixed slate that includes Snow Canyon, Dixie, and a few 6A programs, but against other upper-class opponents, they've shown they can control pace and execution. [player_tooltip player_id='873280' first='Sage' last='Yenchik'] is the engine, directing traffic and setting the tone, while the supporting cast rotates nightly. One game it's [player_tooltip player_id='1246445' first='Mia' last='Martinez'] making the biggest impact, another it's [player_tooltip player_id='931426' first='Asha' last='Aletto'] or [player_tooltip player_id='938372' first='Lydia' last='Ibarra'] stepping into the spotlight. That variability makes Provo difficult to scout and game-plan for, and the ability to get production from multiple sources could become a real advantage as the season progresses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Provo Contributors: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='873280' first='Sage' last='Yenchik'], [player_tooltip player_id='938372' first='Lydia' last='Ibarra'], [player_tooltip player_id='921388' first='Valaria' last='Martinez'], [player_tooltip player_id='931426' first='Asha' last='Aletto'], [player_tooltip player_id='1246445' first='Mia' last='Martinez'], [player_tooltip player_id='1235143' first='Ember' last='Yenchik'], [player_tooltip player_id='1665014' first='Chante' last='Tuilevuka'], [player_tooltip player_id='1277738' first='Emma' last='Martin']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-696c2dc3d57da"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->