Week 11 Standouts: Playmaking Stars

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 11 (Feb. 1-7) of the regular season brought electric action across New Mexico, mixing intense district battles with non-conference clashes. Several talented players stepped up in a big way, delivering terrific performances and helping their teams rack up crucial victories. Here's a spotlight on the week's most impactful stars!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Player - School (Class Year)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648195' first='Kjani' last='Anitielu'] – Farmington Scorpions (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Scorpions stayed hot, going 2-0 with convincing wins (69-47 at Piedra Vista, 74-61 vs. Rio Rancho). Anitielu was the catalyst, dropping back-to-back 20-point games and securing her third double-double of the season. She averaged an eye-popping 22.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 5.5 steals per game, shooting efficiently at 47% FG, 30% from three, and 81% from the line (16/34 FG, 4/12 3P, 9/11 FT). Pure dominance!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648203' first='Rebecca' last='Neal'] – Highland Hornets (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Hornets split their pair of games (52-48 W vs. St. Pius X, 59-43 L at Academy), but Neal was unstoppable, posting her 8th and 9th double-doubles of the year. She averaged 17.5 points, 11.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 3.5 steals per contest, going 8/17 from the field and an impressive 19/26 from the free-throw line. A true all-around force!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648212' first='Mia' last='Bishop'] – Hope Christian Huskies (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Huskies locked down back-to-back home victories (42-32 vs. Del Norte, 65-36 vs. Bernalillo), with Bishop owning the paint. She averaged 14.5 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game, notching her 8th and 9th double-doubles. A dominant interior presence fueling the team's success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1259134' first='Alanna' last='Perrault'] – Centennial Hawks (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of 5A's hottest squads, Centennial extended its win streak to 11 straight with two key district triumphs (40-37 at Las Cruces, 57-26 vs. Alamogordo). Perrault played a huge role, averaging 12.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 2.0 steals on scorching splits: 47% FG, 50% from three, and a perfect 100% FT (8/17 FG, 3/6 3P, 6/6 FT). A shooting clinic!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648201' first='Lailah' last='Bouldin'] – Albuquerque High Bulldogs (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Despite injuries thinning the roster, the Bulldogs stormed to three wins (53-17 vs. West Mesa, 75-16 vs. Atrisco Heritage, 49-28 at Del Norte). Over a two-game span, Bouldin delivered efficient scoring: 17.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 3.0 steals per game (13/26 FG, 3/11 3P, 5/6 FT). Clutch leadership in tough circumstances.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648207' first='Ashelynn' last='Borunda'] – Lovington Wildcats (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Borunda exploded for a monster night in Lovington's 61-44 home win over Goddard: 30 points and 6 steals. The senior attacked relentlessly, getting to the line often (8/15 FG, 1/3 3P, 13/16 FT). Offensive fireworks!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1262037' first='Aubrey' last='Maestas'] – Mesa Vista Trojans (Class of 2027)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Trojans continued their tear, going 2-0, with Maestas averaging 15.0 points and 4.0 assists. Consistent scoring and playmaking kept the momentum rolling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1068213' first='Madlyn' last='Dopson'] – Sandia Prep Sundevils (Class of 2028)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sandia Prep took care of business against Bosque (55-34), thanks in part to Dopson's standout effort. The sophomore led the way with a team-high 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 steals (7/15 FG, 1/2 3P, 9/14 FT). Relentless energy from the young star.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1648702' first='Aaliyah' last='Boies'] - Mesa Vista Trojans (Class of 2029)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This freshman sensation is already turning heads! In a 72-36 rout of Mora, Boies posted an incredible triple-double, then added a double-double in a 55-47 win over McCurdy. She averaged a jaw-dropping 18.0 points, 8.0 assists, and 11.5 steals per game. A steal machine and floor general - watch out, New Mexico!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These athletes are proving why New Mexico girls' hoops is must-watch basketball. Who will rise next week? Stay tuned — the postseason push is heating up!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->