Woods Cross Mason Bendinger (24) goes to the basket throughout a boys 5A basketball quarterfinals towards Orem on the Huntsman Heart in Salt Lake Metropolis on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022. Mengshin Lin, Deseret Information
The 2022-23 highschool boys basketball season will get underway this week for 6A, 5A and 4A groups after the conclusion of the soccer season this previous weekend. To arrange followers for the upcoming season, the Deseret Information has put collectively capsules for each workforce in 5A. Each coach was invited to take part and submit data.
The area rankings are based mostly on coaches preseason projections.
There are 4 new head basketball coaches in 5A this yr: Tim Gardner (Brighton); Marcus Frazier (Skyline); Jace Tavita (Orem); and Kenny Hardy (Provo).
Listed below are the 5A groups and gamers to look at this upcoming season.
Area 5
1. Woods Cross Wildcats
Head coach: Josh Margetts (2nd yr)
2021-2022 report: 18-9 (second in Area 5 with a 7-3 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 7 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Olympus, 40-31, within the 5A championship
2022 offense: 59 ppg (No. 13 in 5A)
2022 protection: 53.3 ppg (No. 5 in 5A)
Returning starters: Three
Returning contributors:
Jaxon Smith, PG, Sr.
Mason Bendinger, G/F, Sr.
Alex Brey, F, Sr.
Cade Eberhardt, C, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Will Campbell, G/F, Sr.
Hunter Jackson, G, So.
Coach remark: We're excited for this basketball season. Wanting ahead to competing towards some actually good groups throughout the state.
2. Field Elder Bees
Head coach: Jace McKee (eleventh yr)
2021-2022 report: 15-9 (third in Area 5 with a 6-4 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 10 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Woods Cross, 59-53, within the 5A second-round
2022 offense: 60.7 ppg (No. 10 in 5A)
2022 protection: 58.3 ppg (No. 17 in 5A)
Returning starters: 5
Returning contributors:
Jackson Mckee, F, Sr.
Cole Mortensen, G, Sr.
Elijah Kersey, G, Jr.
Key newcomers:
Max Issacson, F, Jr.
Coach remark: Excited concerning the group now we have coming again, this group has performed loads of basketball collectively and have actually good chemistry. It must be a enjoyable yr.
3. Bountiful Redhawks
Head coach: Mike Maxwell (thirty fourth yr)
2021-2022 report: 7-16 (tied for fifth in Area 5 with a 2-8 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 26 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Woods Cross, 50-45, within the 5A first-round
2022 offense: 58 ppg (No. 16 in 5A)
2022 protection: 59.2 ppg (No. 22 in 5A)
Returning starters: 4
Returning contributors:
Sam Stevenson, PG, Sr.
Carson Smith, F, Jr.
Danny Holland, G, Sr.
Zack Eyring, F, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Charlie Smith, F, So.
Coach remark: Wanting ahead to a shot clock and taking part in fast-paced fanp-friendly basketball. Having no famous person and a number of gamers who're interchangeable helps this workforce be potent each offensively and defensively. I actually like teaching this workforce.
4. Viewmont Vikings
Head coach: Jeff Emery (twenty sixth yr)
2021-2022 report: 10-14 (fourth in Area 5 with a 5-5 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 19 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Timpview, 70-55, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 60.3 ppg (No. 12 in 5A)
2022 protection: 64.6 ppg (No. 28 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Scott Noel, F, Sr.
Zach Robison, G, Sr.
Trevor Inexperienced, G, Sr.
- Drez Jensen, G, So.
Key newcomers:
Mitch Jeppesen, F, Sr.
Jaxon Heusser, G, Sr.
Kaden Mitchell, F, Sr.
Tyler Schultz, C, Sr.
Landon Jeppesen, G, Sr.
Coach remark: The Vikings have a few main contributors returning and have some depth this yr. If we will discover a strategy to get higher on the defensive finish and may be unselfish as a workforce, I feel this workforce could possibly be very aggressive. We play a really difficult schedule and have a really deep and strong area, so we must give our greatest effort each evening we play.
5. Bonneville Lakers
Head coach: Kyle Bullinger (eighth yr)
2021-2022 report: 20-5 (first in Area 5 with a 8-2 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 4 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Olympus, 60-43, within the 5A semifinals
2022 offense: 57.6 ppg (No. 20 in 5A)
2022 protection: 53.6 ppg (No. 6 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Bo Dixon, PG, Sr.
Nathan Burdett, SF, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Carter Coombs, F, Sr.
Ben Tesch, F, So.
Judd Fawbush, G, Sr.
Nick Sebehar, G, Jr.
Coach remark: The teaching employees at Bonneville Excessive College is trying ahead to a different thrilling yr. With just one returning starter and two gamers who noticed significant taking part in time, our youth and inexperience will likely be put to the take a look at early with an especially troublesome preseason schedule. We're excited for the alternatives it will present to our newcomers and gamers who're vying for significant varsity minutes.
6. Northridge Knights
Head coach: Andrew Olson (4th yr)
2021-2022 report: 9-15 (tied for fifth in Area 5 with a 2-8 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 23 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Field Elder, 63-53, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 58.4 ppg (No. 15 in 5A)
2022 protection: 60 ppg (No. 23 in 5A)
Returning starters: None
Returning contributors:
Logan Birt, F, Jr.
Caden Christensen, G, Sr.
Deqoune Kennedy, C, Jr.
Key newcomers:
Jackson Clements, G, Sr.
Bentley Whitear, G, Jr.
Josh Kitchen, F, Jr.
Coach remark: We're excited for the upcoming season. We have now some actually nice children who take pleasure in taking part in basketball with one another. We hope to get higher every day and look ahead to a really robust Area 5 schedule.
Area 6
1. Olympus Titans
Head coach: Matt Barnes (twenty sixth yr)
2021-2022 report: 26-1 (first in Area 6 with a 12-0 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 1 in 5A
2022 postseason: beat Woods Cross, 40-31, within the 5A championship
2022 offense: 73.8 ppg (No. 1 in 5A)
2022 protection: 46.2 ppg (No. 1 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Dutch Dowdell, G, Jr.
Jordan Barnes, G, Jr.
Key newcomers:
Harper Madsen, F, Sr.
Zakk Albert, G, Sr.
Joe Johnson, C, Sr.
Peter Watsson, C, Sr.
Coach remark: Misplaced loads of nice gamers from final yr’s workforce. Solely two returning starters, however many good items to plug into this yr’s workforce. Not a lot measurement, so might need to return to the early Titan years. Extra urgent and working and taking pictures the three.
2. Murray Spartans
Head coach: Jason Workman (18th yr)
2021-2022 report: 20-8 (second in Area 6 with a 10-2 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 6 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Woods Cross, 59-47, within the 5A semifinals
2022 offense: 66.3 ppg (No. 2 in 5A)
2022 protection: 57.6 ppg (No. 15 in 5A)
Returning starters: 4
Returning contributors:
Chudi Anosike, Fwd, Sr
Jaxson Workman, Grd, Sr
Tayshaun Tramel, Grd, Sr
DaVonte Hooks, Fwd, Sr
Quinton Christman, Grd, Jr
Key newcomers:
Deacon Poole, Grd, Jr
Sam Brousseau, Ctr, So
Blayke Vega-Chand, Fwd, Fr
Isaiah Beh, Fwd, Fr
Coach remark: I’m excited for this group of gamers to get one other likelihood at making a run. We have to take a step up defensively. If we do, it could possibly be a particular season.
3. Highland Rams
Head coach: Chris Jones (2nd yr)
2021-2022 report: 11-13 (third in Area 6 with a 7-5 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 18 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Spanish Fork, 52-47, within the 5A first spherical.
2022 offense: 50.5 ppg (No. 26 in 5A)
2022 protection: 55.3 ppg (No. 10 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Sefa Brown, Wing, Jr.
Matt Lambson, Guard, Jr.
Nate Johnsen, Guard, Sr.
Key newcomers:
George Mcconkie, Heart, Jr.
Grayson Gaddis, Wing, Jr.
Stathis Mizanthidis, Heart, Jr.
Coach remark: Love our workforce! We have now a bunch of hungry guys which can be centered on profitable! If we defend and rebound like we're able to I see nice issues for us.
4. Skyline Eagles
Head coach: Marcus Frazier (1st yr)
2021-2022 report: 12-10 (fifth in Area 6 with a 3-8 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 16 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Olympus, 75-40 , within the 5A second spherical.
2022 offense: 61.9 ppg (No. 8 in 5A)
2022 protection: 60.9 ppg (No. 26 in 5A)
Returning starters: 4
Returning contributors:
Yorgio Golesis, G, Sr.
Peter Broadbent, G, Sr.
Jack Huntsman, F, Sr.
Kai Tulsian, G, Sr.
Landon Shaw, F/C, Jr.
Key newcomers:
Ryan Gill, F/G, Jr.
Kai Sorenson, F, Jr.
James Bekker, So.
Coach remark: We actually like our guys quite a bit. If we're getting higher because the season progresses, I like our probabilities to essentially be aggressive down the stretch.
5. Brighton Bengals
Head coach: Tim Gardner (1st yr)
2021-2022 report: 9-15 (fourth in Area 6 with a 5-7 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 22 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Springville, 63-49, within the 5A first-round
2022 offense: 58 ppg (No. 17 in 5A)
2022 protection: 64.8 ppg (No. 29 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Nash Matheson, G, Jr.
Jace Matheson, G, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Matani Hinkley, G, Sr.
Owen Schmel, F, Sr.
Coach remark: We have now a aggressive group that may look to push one another all year long. We're going to should decide to taking part in a sure manner as a way to compete in an excellent area high to backside.
6. East Leopards
Head coach: Mitch Smith (sixth yr)
2021-2022 report: 6-18 (seventh in Area 6 with a 2-10 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 32 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Olympus, 82-49, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 50.4 ppg (No. 27 in 5A)
2022 protection: 56.6 ppg (No. 13 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Kevin Doe, G, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Brayden Hinton, Fr, Sr.
Matthew Frederick, C, Sr.
Mahamad Assad, G, Sr.
Sawyer Sutton, G, Jr.
Coach remark: We have now a enjoyable mixture of skilled upperclassmen and up-and-coming underclassmen. Excited to see what we will accomplish this season.
7. Park Metropolis Miners
Head coach: Thomas Purcell (4th yr)
2021-2022 report: 4-17 (sixth in Area 6 with a 2-9 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 28 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Alta, 66-42, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 53 ppg (No. 24 in 5A)
2022 protection: 66.4 ppg (No. 31 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Khai Lockwood, PG, Sr.
Matt Hale, SG, Sr.
Duke Gordon, SF, Jr.
Key newcomers:
VinDiesel Johnson, PF, Jr.
Bridger LaPine, PG, Fr.
Coach remark: We actually got here collectively this offseason and received to place COVID hurdles behind us. We have now an excellent group of men that play laborious and have enjoyable.
Area 7
1. Cedar Valley Aviators
Head coach: Blake Pugmire (4th yr)
2021-2022 report: 12-9 (tied for second in Area 7 with a 9-3 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 12 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Uintah, 43-42, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 53.7 ppg (No. 23 in 5A)
2022 protection: 51.8 ppg (No. 3 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Cole Roberts, G, Sr.
Ty Christensen, F, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Jax Allen, G, So.
Hunter Larson, G, Jr.
Heath Christensen, PG, Jr.
Coach remark: We have now a enjoyable group of youngsters returning this yr. They've educated laborious this offseason to offer themselves an opportunity to compete with the highest groups within the state. We will likely be examined early towards some actually good groups to assist put together us for area.
2. Payson Lions
Head coach: Anthony Mitchell (seventh yr)
2021-2022 report: 21-3 (first in Area 7 with a 11-1 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 3 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Timpview, 63-52, within the 5A second spherical.
2022 offense: 64.3 ppg (No. 4 in 5A)
2022 protection: 52.2 ppg (No. 4 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Isaac Wolfe, G, Sr.
Parker Buys, G, Sr.
Cooper Swasey, G, Jr.
Coach remark:
We have now a mixture a veteran and younger gamers. I'm excited for this yr and the place we will likely be in March.
3. Cottonwood Colts
Head coach: Marc Miller (4th yr)
2021-2022 report: 15-9 (fourth in Area 7 with a 7-5 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 13 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Maple Mountain, 73-60, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 63.8 ppg (No. 5 in 5A)
2022 protection: 57 ppg (No. 14 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Chris Cox, SG/SF, Jr.
Aidan Oliphant, PF/C, Sr.
Kirath Makhar, PG/SF, Sr.
Max Russo, SG, Sr.
Jackson Value, PG/SG, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Ryan Nielson, SG, Jr.
Peter Oguama, SF/PF, Jr.
Mason Tolley, SG, So.
Coach remark: We're trying ahead to constructing on final yr’s success and really feel now we have the workforce to do it. We have now loads of Senior management and are excited concerning the upcoming season.
4. Hillcrest Huskies
Head coach: Brandon Sluga (third yr)
2021-2022 report: 6-18 (sixith in Area 7 with a 2-10 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 27 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Murray, 72-57, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 56.2 ppg (No. 20 in 5A)
2022 protection: 67.6 ppg (No. 32 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Micah Madry, G,F, Senior
Maddux Albers G, Senior
Coach remark: We're excited concerning the alternative now we have every day to enhance as workforce and compete to achieve our targets.
5. Tooele Buffaloes
Head coach: Jed Thomas (fifth yr)
2021-2022 report: 2-22 (seventh in Area 7 with a 0-12 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 31 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Orem, 65-42, within the 5A first spherical.
2022 offense: 50 ppg (No. 28 in 5A)
2022 protection: 69.8 ppg (No. 33 in 5A)
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6. Uintah Utes
Head coach: Brandon Johnson (sixth yr)
2021-2022 report: 11-12 (fifth in Area 7 with a 4-8 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 21 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Alta, 78-43, within the 5A second spherical
2022 offense: 53.8 ppg (No. 22 in 5A)
2022 protection: 55.6 ppg (No. 11 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Dauson Gardiner, SG, So.
Kaedyn Sheffield, SG, Sr.
Gabe Elison, Wing, Sr.
Coach remark: Excited, younger and inexperienced however we are going to play laborious.
7. Stansbury Stallions
Head coach: Joseph White (seventh yr)
2021-2022 report: 16-8 (tied for second in Area 7 with a 9-3 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 9 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Salem Hills, 65-52, within the 5A second spherical
2022 offense: 62.2 ppg (No. 7 in 5A)
2022 protection: 59.2 ppg (No. 21 in 5A)
Returning starters: None
Returning contributors:
Blake Hales, Ahead, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Andrew Sandoval, Guard, Sr.
Dylan Giles, Guard, Jr.
Toby Johnson, Ahead, So.
Aidan Pehrson, Guard, So.
Coach remark: We will likely be very younger this season and look ahead to observe within the footsteps of the eight seniors who had a college report 16 wins final season. We have now excessive power athletes which can be excited to have a varsity expertise.
Area 8
1. Alta Hawks
Head coach: Travis Ohrn (2nd yr)
2021-2022 report: 19-7 (first in Area 8 with a 10-2 report).
2022 RPI rating: No. 5 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Bonneville, 55-54, within the 5A quarterfinals
2022 offense: 63.3 ppg (No. 6 in 5A)
2022 protection: 54 ppg (No. 8 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Jaxon Johnson, PF/SG, Jr.
Nash Hinck, PG/SG, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Carter Doleac, PF/C, Jr.
Ace Reiser, PG/SG, Jr.
Austin Shelley, SG, Sr.
Coach remark: We’re excited for the upcoming season. We have now a troublesome schedule, however our guys are trying ahead to the problem. They've put in loads of laborious work and are hungry to compete and make a reputation for themselves.
2. Lehi Pioneers
Head coach: Quincy Lewis (third yr)
2021-2022 report: 9-12 (fourth in Area 8 with a 6-6 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 17 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Skyline, 60-54, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 54.7 ppg (No. 21 in 5A)
2022 protection: 54.4 ppg (No. 9 in 5A)
Returning starters: 4
Returning contributors:
Cooper Lewis, Jr.
Grayson Brousseau, Jr.
Braxton Hawkins, Sr.
Spencer Anderson, Sr.
Preston Varner, Sr.
Bryson Bromley, Jr.
Key newcomers:
Easton Hawkins, So.
Elijah Bettis, Sr.
Tanner Cook dinner, Sr.
Coach remark: We return 12 of 14 varsity gamers. I like our expertise and togetherness of this group.
3. Timpview Thunderbirds
Head coach: Izzy Ingle (2nd yr)
2021-2022 report: 14-12 (tied for second in Area 8 with a 9-3 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 14 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Murray, 64-44, within the 5A semifinals
2022 offense: 60.6 ppg (No. 11 in 5A)
2022 protection: 59.2 ppg (No. 20 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
James Rust, G/F, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Taki Uluilakepa, PG, Sr.
Eli St. Clair, SG, Sr.
Dean Rueckert, PG/SG, Fr.
Colton Smith, C, Jr.
Corbyn Hansen, PG/SG, So.
Quezon Villa, Guard, Jr.
Coach remark: We have now an excellent mixture of returning gamers and younger expertise this season. If everybody stays wholesome, now we have an opportunity to be actually good this yr.
4. Orem Tigers
Head coach: Jace Tavita (1st yr)
2021-2022 report: 22-4 (tied for second in Area 8 with a 9-3 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 2 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Woods Cross, 71-47, within the 5A second spherical
2022 offense: 61.6 ppg (No. 9 in 5A)
2022 protection: 47.8 ppg (No. 2 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Lance Reynolds, G, Jr.
Asher Younger, F, Jr.
Key newcomers:
Anthony Felesi, G, Fr.
Kai Wesley, F, Fr.
Trey Hiatt, F, So.
Probability Dastrup, G, So.
Roger Saleapaga, F, Jr.
Coach remark: We're a younger however gifted workforce, with boys who are usually not afraid to work. This will likely be an thrilling group to look at.
5. Mountain View Bruins
Head coach: Gordon Whitehead (2nd yr)
2021-2022 report: 5-19 (seventh in Area 8 with a 2-10 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 29 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Bonneville, 63-55, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 47.8 ppg (No. 29 in 5A)
2022 protection: 60.6 ppg (No. 25 in 5A)
Returning starters: 5
Returning contributors:
Taylor Hamblin, Guard, Sr.
Abe Stafford, Guard/Ahead, Sr.
Will Beckstead, Ahead, Sr.
Conner Fairbanks, Guard, Jr.
Daniel Hair, Guard, Jr.
Hunter Kaopua, Guard, So.
Key newcomers:
- Bryce Mella, Guard, Fr.
Coach remark: We’re enthusiastic about this season. Final yr was a considerable progress expertise for our younger workforce and we return virtually all of our gamers plus we're excited to have a number of new robust additions to our workforce. We count on to compete properly with a workforce that is aware of one another properly, enjoys being round one another, and works laborious for one another. This can be a super group of younger athletes who've a robust work ethic and one thing to show.
6. Timpanogos Timberwolves
Head coach: Shawn Fake (2nd yr)
2021-2022 report: 7-17 (tied for fifth in Area 8 with a 3-9 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 25 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to Salem Hills, 80-55, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 50.9 ppg (No. 25 in 5A)
2022 protection: 58.3 ppg (No. 16 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Mason Fake, G, Sr.
Simon Clark G, Sr.
Terrell Smiley, G, Sr.
Seth Maddox G, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Sam Lowell F, So.
Gavin Messmer G, So.
Zach Bentley F, Jr.
Anders Berlin G, Jr.
Gabe Braff G/F, So.
Coach remark: Will probably be a youthful workforce with not loads of returning expertise, however an excellent group of boys who will compete and play laborious. We're excited for the yr and I look ahead to teaching this group of boys.
7. Jordan Beetdiggers
Head coach: Hint Bevell (tenth yr)
2021-2022 report: 7-18 (tied for fifth in Area 8 with a 3-9 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 30 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Payson, 69-66, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 57 ppg (No. 19 in 5A)
2022 protection: 65.4 ppg (No. 30 in 5A)
Returning starters: None
Returning contributors:
Maileavai Van Der Beek, Guard, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Matt Magness, Guard, Jr.
Ayden Doyle, Ahead, Jr.
Coach remark: Will probably be a rising yr for the Diggers this yr. We return zero starters and only a few gamers with varsity expertise off of final yr’s workforce. The workforce will work laborious and compete day by day.
Area 9
1. Salem Hills SkyHawks
Head coach: Blake Francom (fifth yr)
2021-2022 report: 18-9 (first in Area 9 with a 9-1 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 8 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Olympus, 63-45, within the 5A semifinals
2022 offense: 64.4 ppg (No. 3 in 5A)
2022 protection: 58.5 ppg (No. 18 in 5A)
Returning starters: Two
Returning contributors:
Zakery Nelson, G/F, Senior
Chase DeGraffenried, G, Junior
Jackson Nelson, C, Senior
Ryan Baker, C, Senior
Key newcomers:
Christian Snarr, F, Senior
Jackson Hallows, F, Senior
Cayden Hansen, G, Senior
Ryan Humpherys, G, Senior
Coach remark: We're excited to get this season began. We will likely be changing some key contributors from final season, and will likely be working to construct chemistry because the season will get began. We have now a robust group of seniors that may assist to guide us all year long. Area 9 will as soon as once more be extremely aggressive and we look ahead to taking part in superb groups every evening.
2. Springville Pink Devils
Head coach: Justin Snell (eighth yr)
2021-2022 report: 14-10 (second in Area 9 with a 6-4 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 11 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Murray, 82-75, within the 5A second spherical
2022 offense: 58.9 ppg (No. 14 in 5A)
2022 protection: 55.8 ppg (No. 12 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Chase Haslem, Guard, Sr.
Nate Visentin, Put up, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Walker Deede, Put up, Sr.
Hiatt Hullinger, Guard, Sr.
Carter Ozuna, Guard, Sr.
Luke Nadauld, Guard Jr.
Mason Hanse, Guard Fr.
Jamyn Sondrup, Put up, Fr.
Coach remark: We have now a superb combination of seniors and underclassmen. This yr’s success will likely be decided by how they mesh and are available collectively, in addition to our capacity to play protection within the half court docket and rebound.
3. Wasatch Wasps
Head coach: James Ballstaedt (fifth yr)
2021-2022 report: 10-15 (third in Area 9 with a 5-4 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 24 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Stansbury, 69-65, within the 5A first spherical
2022 offense: 58.9 ppg (No. 14 in 5A)
2022 protection: 60.5 ppg (No. 24 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Louis Hoffman, PF, Sr.
Will Santiago, CG, Sr.
Sam Lind, CG, Jr.
Key newcomers:
Reece Dent, C, Jr.
Brady Peery, CG, So.
Connor Hendrickson, CG, Jr.
Miles Brown, F, Jr.
Coach remark: We have now some younger expertise and searching ahead to an excellent season.
4. Maple Mountain Golden Eagles
Head coach: Johnny Averett (14th yr)
2021-2022 report: 10-14 (fifth in Area 9 with a 4-5 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 20 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Bonneville, 49-43, within the 5A second spherical
2022 offense: 54.7 ppg (No. 12 in 5A)
2022 protection: 54 ppg (No. 7 in 5A)
Returning starters: None
Returning contributors:
Bennett Averett, Jr. Guard
Key newcomers:
Matthew Peterson, Jr., Ahead
Brogan Miles, Jr., Level Guard
Coach remark: We could have a really younger workforce with little or no varsity expertise. We do have loads of good athletes who're excited to show themselves.
5. Spanish Fork Dons
Head coach: Garrett Johnson (2nd yr)
2021-2022 report: 13-11 (fourth in Area 9 with a 5-5 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 15 in 5A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Orem, 71-47, within the 5A second spherical
2022 offense: 58.6 ppg (No. 7 in 5A)
2022 protection: 58.5 ppg (No. 19 in 5A)
Returning starters: One
Returning contributors:
Jackson Rhees, Guard, Senior.
Key newcomers:
Aaron Dunn, Heart, Sophomore
Aiden Solorzano, Guard, Senior
Kobe Healey, Guard, Senior
Ethan Beckstead, Ahead, Junior
Landon Leatherwood, Guard, Junior
Coach remark: We're tough-minded workforce that's going to be laborious to play. We have now a number of guys that like to compete. It's going to be a enjoyable season.
6. Provo Bulldogs
Head coach: Kenny Hardy (1st yr)
2021-2022 report: 1-21 (sixth in Area 9 with a 0-10 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 33 in 5A
2022 postseason: Misplaced to East, 74-52, within the 5A play-in
2022 offense: 45 ppg (No. 20 in 5A)
2022 protection: 63.9 ppg (No. 27 in 5A)
Returning starters: Three
Returning contributors:
Aaron Castagnetto, Guard, Jr.
Trey Johnson, Guard, Jr.
Dallin McUnr, Guard, Sr.
Key newcomers:
Kyle Larsen, Guard, Ahead, Jr.
Jason Carter, Ahead, Jr.
Coach remark: Excited for the chance to show ourselves on the court docket and compete at a excessive degree.
4A Unbiased
Juan Diego Hovering Eagle
Head coach: Drew Trost (tenth yr)
2021-2022 report: 19-7 (first in Area 15 with a 7-1 report)
2022 RPI rating: No. 4 in 3A
2022 postseason: misplaced to Layton Christian Academy, 80-69, within the 3A semifinals
2022 offense: 59.2 ppg (No. 4 in 3A)
2022 protection: 53.4 ppg (No. 9 in 3A)
Returning starters: Three
Returning contributors:
Malik Harris, Put up, Sr.
Colby Bryant, Guard, Sr.
Camilo Ramirez, Guard, Sr.
Noah Bendinger, Guard, So.
Key newcomers:
Bryton Valdes, Guard, So.
Caden Fenger, Guard, Jr.
Jake Wyatt, Guard, So.
Coach remark: We're very excited to make the transition to 5A. We all know will probably be an excellent problem and that there will likely be bumps alongside the best way. Nonetheless, we're poised and able to embrace this problem. We will likely be led by three seniors who've loads of varsity expertise and are terrific leaders. We even have some gifted younger gamers able to tackle greater varsity roles. This group has labored very laborious within the offseason and has really come collectively as workforce. We can't wait to get the season began!