Additional Noteworthy NM Players at the Mountain Madness
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Here are additional notable players from New Mexico, that participated at the Mountain Madness tournament. The USJN: Mountain Madness was a three day event (7/24-7/25) held in Denver, Colorado that featured over 100+ AAU teams with 45(!) Collegiate programs in…
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Continue ReadingHere are additional notable players from New Mexico, that participated at the Mountain Madness tournament. The USJN: Mountain Madness was a three day event (7/24-7/25) held in Denver, Colorado that featured over 100+ AAU teams with 45(!) Collegiate programs in attendance, representing each level – D1, D2, D3, JUCO, NAIA.
NM – Clippers 17
#3 Aaliyah Nevarez Aaliyah Nevarez 5'10" | SF Highland | 2023 State NM – 5’10” Wing (2023) Highland HS
Aaliyah is a 3pt specialist with a long, athletic frame that can find the bottom of the net, in a variety of ways. She is deadly in catch & shoot situations but will also pull up off the dribble well behind the arc.
NM – Las Cruces Premier
#23 Emma Christiano Emma Christiano 5'4" | PG Las Cruces | 2023 State NM – 5’5” Point Guard (2023) Las Cruces HS
Emma is a lightning quick guard that excels in the open court and likes to get to the rim. She has a nice handle allowing her to breakdown opposing defenders on the perimeter and slip in to the paint where she is not afraid to to go up against the “trees”.
NM – Flash 17
#25 Daci Smith – 5’5” Guard (2023) Roswell HS
Daci is a quick, sound guard that moves well without the ball and has the ability to score from multiple spots. Smith has a nice jumper, allowing her to space the floor and be a viable option for her team in the half-court.
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#12 Sierra Dixson – 5’9” Guard/Wing (2023) Manzano HS
Sierra is a high motor wing player that competes on both ends of the floor. Dixson has good athleticism, making her a capable multi-position player who can score, rebound and defend.
NM – Clippers 17
#4 Storm Nguyen – 5’3” Point Guard (2023) Volcano Vista HS
Storm Nguyen is a quick floor general that makes it easier for teammates in different ways; Storm plays hard, takes care of the ball and constantly communicates with her teammates on matchups, coverages and plays.
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#30 Zoe Brown Zoe Brown 5'10" | PF Valencia | 2023 State NM – 5’10” Wing/Forward (2023) Valencia HS
Zoe Brown Zoe Brown 5'10" | PF Valencia | 2023 State NM is an athletic wing with great upside who has the ability to play multiple positions. Brown can operate as a small ball 5 or a stretch 4 and with an improved jump shot, she could operate at the small forward position.