January: Small Towns, Coliseum Dreams

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A monthly check in on the small town prospects, Class 2A and below, who are producing big numbers while working their way to the new Coliseum at the State Fairgrounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Stats and Records are accurate prior to January's 30th games.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["935139"],"_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-697c52046020e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Last season as a sharpshooting sophomore, Parham broke out during Okarche's playoff run. Leading them to a Class A semifinals appearance. It's more of the same this year, as the junior guard has led them to a 15-3 mark and are ranked 5th in Class A. They recently avenged one of those three losses, with a 44-34 win over Class 3A Hennessey. Parham went for 24 points in that win. They've won 5 straight, but they will put to the test with a tough upcoming stretch. Starting tonight with a State Tournament caliber game at Amber-Pocasset. And they then host top 10 Class B1 Calumet on Tuesday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1208963"],"_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-697c5204602d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Last season Lomega missed State, snapping a six year streak for the small town power house program. This year they're 18-1, with their only loss coming to defending Class 3A champs, Washington. Snowden been a walking double double this season. A versatile wing prospect, she's athletically one of the best players in Class B-1. With the skillset to match. Odds are Lomega is about to start another State Tournament streak, and the outstanding Snowden has them as the favorites to claim the Gold Ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["876710"],"_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-697c520460363"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smith is a 1,000 point scorer for the Class 2A 8th ranked, 14-5 Latta. This year she has been blistering the nets. With multiple games of 5 of more three pointers. Including an 18 point, five three pointer performance in a win over Class 3A top 10 Bethel. Smith is well tested and prepared for a potential playoff run. As Latta has played in premier tournaments, including the Bertha Teague Classic and the Kingston Holiday Classic. She also was a big time producer and riser from regional AAU play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1175951"],"_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-697c5204603f0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">"LoLo" might be one of the more undervalued guards in Oklahoma. She's a sharpshooter but can also do it all for 2A contending Riverside Indian School. Quick and crafty off the bounce. While having an eye for the flair with passes. And knowing how to gamble on defense for steals. Hogner and company have a tougher road to travel after an injury to a key teammate, but they're still ranked 6th in 2A. And have the offensive fire power and flair to make a run to the new Coliseum. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1277506"],"_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-697c520460478"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">14th ranked Navajo in southwestern Oklahoma are lead by Warren. Warren is a thief on the defensive end with disruptive steals. Also has a clean release from three, and college ready range. Went for 24 points in a recent win over ranked Class A Hollis. There's usually a team or two ranked outside the top 10 of the smaller classes who gate crash the State Tournament. Keep an eye on Warren and Navajo to potentially do just that. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1326554"],"_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-697c520460502"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Glencoe is 7th in the recent Class B rankings at 19-2. They're going to have a big size advantage over a lot other Class B teams thanks to McConnell. She has a wingspan even longer than her height and is mobile her size. From her highlights, she understands positioning, verticality and timing to swat shots without fouling. Has recorded a triple double on the year with 11 points, 11 rebounds and 12 blocks. Can even step out and hit threes. Stat stuffing junior season, with the potential to anchor a State Tournament run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->