4A Girls’ Hoops All-Regular Season: Third Team Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>New Mexico Class 4A girls' high school basketball delivered depth and drama from start to finish in the 2025-26 regular season, and this Third Team puts the finishing touch on the standout performers who brought energy, two-way impact, scoring punch, and championship grit. These players quietly (or loudly) elevated their teams, claimed district crowns, and set the stage for an unforgettable postseason—true unsung heroes and rising talents shining bright.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Disclaimer:</em></strong> This All-Regular Season Team is an independent recognition of standout regular-season performances and is not affiliated with official All-State selections. The formal All-State process has yet to be completed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This is Part 3 (and the finale) of our three-part series highlighting the best of NM Class 4A girls basketball from the regular season. Thanks for following the full showcase—what a talented group ready to light up the state tournament!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">All-Regular Season Team – Third Team</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648232' first='Jazzlyn' last='Gomez'] – Aztec Tigers (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gomez flew under the radar as an energetic, underrated two-way playmaker, wreaking havoc with her versatility and relentless motor. In 25 games, the 5'8" combo guard averaged 12.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, a staggering 7.0 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game. She posted 11 double-doubles and three triple-doubles, reached double figures in 18 games, and exploded for five 20-point outings with a season-high 27 against Newcomb on Jan. 8.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shooting: 27% FG, 69% FT. Her defensive disruption and all-around production were game-changers for Aztec.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648196' first='Adeline' last='Spratley'] – Albuquerque Academy Chargers (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arguably the most vital piece in Academy's Big 3, Spratley's positional size, scoring versatility, and defensive presence were irreplaceable. In a strong senior campaign across 27 games, the 6'0" power forward averaged 13.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 3.7 steals, and 1.1 blocks per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shooting splits: 50% FG, 40% 3PT, 66% FT.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She notched 21 double-figure games and three 20-point outings under Coach Skarsgard, peaking with 21 points against St. Pius X on Jan. 9.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='901174' first='Samaria' last='Brown'] – Bernalillo Spartans (Class of 2027)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brown quietly put together an outstanding season, anchoring the interior with steady, efficient play and physicality. Across 26 games, the 6'0" power forward averaged 11.3 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 1.7 steals per game. She recorded five double-doubles and 18 double-figure outings, with a season-high 20 points against Hope Christian on Jan. 21.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shooting: 58% FG, 54% FT. Her reliability inside made Bernalillo a tougher matchup all year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1693192' first='Naima' last='Corrales'] – Valencia Jaguars (Class of 2027)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Corrales stepped up big when it mattered, playing a pivotal role in Valencia's 4A-5 district championship run with consistent production and toughness. In 26 games for the Jaguars, the budding small forward averaged 12.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 2.8 steals per game. She posted one double-double and reached double figures in 21 contests.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shooting splits: 40% FG, 62% FT. Her season-high was 20 points against Del Norte on Dec. 2.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1068212' first='Lily' last='Skarsgard'] – Albuquerque Academy Chargers (Class of 2028)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 5'10" shooting guard served as the floor general for the Chargers, orchestrating the offense with poise and helping secure the 4A-6 district title. Across 27 games, she averaged 14.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 3.2 steals per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shooting splits: 39% FG, 33% 3PT, 71% FT.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She tallied 19 double-digit outings and a pair of 20-point games, proving her leadership and scoring touch as a key part of Academy's championship push.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This Third Team completes the celebration of the incredible depth and excitement in New Mexico 4A girls hoops—resilient, dynamic players who made every possession count. What an epic regular season; now let's see these talents take over the state playoffs!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->