Arizona Small Ball Podcast

In this episode we talk about the teams competing in the main Event for the boys! We talk through teams that are "the hunted, the hunters, and dark horses in the tournament. We also discuss who we think is gonna have the gym BUZZING this weekend, and who we expect to go nuclear!!! Don't miss out!!

🎙️ Main Event Girls Basketball Round Robin Preview 🏀👑 In this episode, Jeff and Reyes dive into the buzz surrounding the upcoming main event round robin, breaking down key teams, star players, and lingering questions as programs prepare for the summer time. 🔥📈 🏔️ Horizon Honors (18-12, 3rd in Region) 🧩 Biggest Strength: Return ALL impact players💫 Key Players: * Alicia Londono (So.) — 18 pts in her playoff debut, a perfect 4-4 from deep! * Audrianna Anglada — 14 pts, 3-5 from three. They played a solid zone last year and return a tight-knit squad that knows how to play together.📈 High Point Last Season: Big-time playoff performance vs. Rancho. Payson (27-7, 1st in Region, Conference Runner-Up) 🔻 Key Losses: Redford, Sarnowski, Deschaaf, Whaley, Ramirez.🤔 Big Question: They lost a lot — but there's no doubt the returners are leveling up. 📈 High Point Last Season: Making it to the conference championship game. 📚 Cicero Prep (17-10, 2nd in Region) 🔻 Key Losses: Just 1 senior.💫 Key Returner: Kira Meyers – ready to take it to another level. 📈 High Point Last Season: Top-tier regional finish and strong overall record. 🌲 Camp Verde (12-14, 5th in Region) 🔻 Key Losses: Lydia Bleak, Jazz Torres💪 Key Returners: Shanell Russell, Angel Russell, Siva, Clancy This team brings back experience and underrated toughness.📈 High Point Last Season: Played competitively in a tough region. Glendale Prep (16-6, 1st in Region) 🔻 Key Losses: 5 seniors — Pettingill, Caspers, Moore, Hawkins, Senna Smith💫 Key Returner: Solomon — elite athlete stepping into a bigger role. 📈 High Point Last Season: Finished season 14-2 ⚔️ Valley Christian (19-10, 2nd in Region) 🔻 Key Loss: Arianna Maurer💫 Returners: Ellie Phillips, Abby Grier, Addison Krupnick Strong core returning, expect a deep playoff run if they stay healthy.📈 High Point Last Season: Nearly winning the region. 🟣 EVAC 🔻 Losses: No seniors on the roster — lost 70% of scoring from last season.💫 Players to Watch: * Cambria Botma (Jr.) — double-double machine * Kati Loy & Gracie Winkler (Soph.) — scoring replacements * Lily Ortman (Jr.) — the X-factor, does everything * Janie Fender & Corinne Anderson (Jr.) — need to turn up the intensity 🔥 High point of the season: Won state title for CAA

In this episode, host Jeff sits down with Coach Steve Solita, head coach of Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, to unpack the Lions’ incredible journey from a #11 seed to state champions. 🥇 Coach Solita shares the highs and lows of the season, his path to the program, and the power of faith, leadership, and culture that transformed his team. 🙏🏽💪🏽 * 🛠️ Hard work and attitude are the foundation of any winning team. * 🤝 Culture matters — it’s the glue that holds championship teams together. * 💥 Adversity isn’t the enemy — it’s fuel for greatness. * 👴🏽➡️👦🏽 Senior leadership guided the way during their playoff push. * 🙌 Faith and character were at the core of the team’s identity. * 🧠🎯 Strategic adjustments during key moments made the difference. * 🚌✨ Road trips helped build strong team chemistry. * 💭🧍🏽‍♂️ A positive mindset kept them grounded and focused. * 🏠💛 Community and family support meant everything. * 📈👀 Next season brings big expectations—but the culture is ready to meet them. 🎧 Tap in to hear how belief, unity, and toughness turned Pusch Ridge into a championship program. This one’s for the culture! 🔥🏀💙

Summary In this episode of the Arizona Small Ball Podcast, hosts Jeff and Reyes reflect on the success of their third annual showcase, highlighting standout players and the community's support. They discuss the impressive performances of various athletes, the importance of college coaches attending, and the contributions of sponsors that made the event possible. The conversation emphasizes the growth of the showcase and the excitement for future events, including the potential addition of a girls' showcase. Takeaways Community support played a vital role in the event's atmosphere. Several players significantly raised their profiles during the showcase. Coaches were impressed by the talent from smaller schools. The hosts expressed gratitude for the support from the small ball community. Players showcased their skills in front of college coaches. The hosts highlighted specific players who stood out during the showcase.

In this episode we sit down with Coach Roundy out of Glendale prep. He is one of the best coaches in small ball, and is just getting started. In this episode we talk about coaching with culture, the uniqueness of GPA, and spotlight some awesome players from the Griffins this past season and the upcoming season. If you love hoop talk you will love this episode!!