Division 5 Preview
The rarely talked about division 5 is filled with many talented top teams. Many of the teams are in northern & southern Arizona however these kids & teams are very talented. This could be one of the more competitive divisions…
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Continue ReadingThe rarely talked about division 5 is filled with many talented top teams. Many of the teams are in northern & southern Arizona however these kids & teams are very talented. This could be one of the more competitive divisions in the entire state. Keep tabs on D5 basketball at PrepHoops Arizona.
Top 5 (Alphabetically)
El Capitan
El Capitan is coming of a 20-6 season in the 2014-15 campaign and look to continue their success into the 2015-16 season as they push for a state championship. Behind junior Levi Barlow the Eagles have a chance to compete with D5's best.
Red Valley-Cove
Red Valley-Cove is coming off a 21-5 season and look to continue with their winning ways. Last year their season fell short losing to PCDS in the playoffs. Expect RVC to make a push for a state championship in D5.
The Gregory School
The Gregory School is coming off a 20 win season last year and will be one of the more talented D5 teams in the state. Look for The Gregory School to turn some heads all around the state.
Valley (Sanders)
Valley Sanders is looking to improve upon a 17-7 record from the 2014-15 season. This is promising because they return more than 5 players from last years roster. Keep an eye on Valley Sanders to use their experience to their advantage in D5 this year.
Valley (Union)
In 2014-15 Valley Union eventually fell to champion ALA but finished the year 26-4 capping off one of the better years in school history. Moving into the 2015-16 season they look to make a further push with a state championship.
Players to Watch
Levi Barlow 6'0 G 2017 El Capitan
David Castillo 5'9 G 2016 The Gregory School
Sebastian Quintana 6'0 G 2018 The Gregory School
Johansen Yazzie 6'0 G 2017 Valley Sanders
Lamar Semallie 6'4 SF 2016 Valley Sanders
Junior Gamez 6'2 G 2016 Valley Union
Issac Lopez 6'2 G 2016 Valley Union