5A Girls’ Hoops All-Regular Season: Second Team Stars

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025-26 regular season delivered non-stop excitement in New Mexico Class 5A girls' high school basketball, and the depth of talent runs deep. Building on the elite First Team, here's Part 2 spotlighting the Second Team—players who brought toughness, scoring bursts, perimeter fireworks, and clutch moments to elevate their squads toward postseason glory.</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 2 of a three-part series celebrating the best of NM Class 5A girls' basketball from the regular season. Stay tuned for Part 3 (Third Team selections) coming soon—more standout performers to round out the honors!</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 – 2nd Team</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='648197' first='Savannah' last='Combs'] – Albuquerque High Bulldogs (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Combs staged an incredible comeback season, establishing herself as arguably the top interior force in 5A with her paint-dominating presence and lockdown defense. Tragically, the senior's campaign was cut short by a season-ending knee injury in late January.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In 17 games, the 6'2" center averaged 12.6 points, 8.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.9 blocks per game. She notched seven double-doubles and 13 double-figure outings, with a season-high 19 points (achieved twice).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shooting: 49% FG, 69% FT. Her impact on the Bulldogs' success was massive before the injury sidelined her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='893565' first='Chenoa' last='Parrish'] – Farmington Scorpions (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Parrish exploded in a breakout senior year, delivering consistent production that powered Farmington's dominant run to the 5A-1 district title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Across all 26 games, she averaged 12.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.9 steals per game. She tallied 19 double-digit performances and two 20-point games, peaking with 22 points against Cibola on Feb. 18.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Shooting splits: 51% FG, 36% 3PT, 69% FT.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='831119' first='Matysen' last='Zepeda'] – Hobbs Eagles (Class of 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zepeda was the steady, reliable engine for the top-seeded Eagles, orchestrating the offense with poise while scoring craftily off the dribble. Her leadership helped Hobbs claim the 5A-4 district title in commanding fashion all season long.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='583274' first='Kacelynn' last='Muniez'] – Hobbs Eagles (Class of 2027)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the deadliest perimeter snipers in Southern New Mexico and all of 5A, the 5'8" junior shooting guard buried clutch shots in catch-and-shoot and off-the-dribble situations. Muniez shattered Hobbs' single-season three-point record with 76 makes! She also dominated the APS Metro Championship, helping the Eagles capture the in-season tournament crown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='839457' first='Madilynn' last='Martinez'] – Rio Rancho Rams (Class of 2028)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The speedy left-handed dynamo, MVP of the 2025 Mel Otero Invite in mid-December, was electric for the Rams as their primary scoring option. She attacked at all three levels with flair and confidence. Martinez set a career-high and school record with an explosive 43-point performance against Kirtland Central on Dec. 12 (in a 62-42 win at the tournament), showcasing her star potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This Second Team captures the grit, versatility, and highlight-reel plays that defined the regular season in NM 5A girls hoops—true difference-makers ready to shine in the playoffs. Part 3 wraps it up with the Third Team—don't miss the full celebration of this talented class!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->