The Oregonian/OregonLive examined the boys basketball teams in the Central Valley Conference in great detail last week.
It’s time to examine each of the district’s top players in greater detail this winter.
Senior Steven Adams, McNary
Adams is the sole senior returning this season, despite the Celtics having an incredible season the previous year. It makes sense that he will be a major contributor to the program this winter. Last season, Adams, a guard, was named to the all-conference first team.
Junior Anthony Fuentas, McNary
In addition to playing backcourt with Adams, Fuentas was selected to the all-conference second team the previous season. With the exception of Adams, the whole roster is made up of 12 juniors, including Fuentes.
Senior Maverick Huynh of North Salem
Huynh, who has been named to the All-Conference team twice, leads the Vikings from the guard position. Coach Hemingway Huynh said he is ready for a big senior season and that he stands out as a dynamic leader both on and off the court.
Senior Kep Barram of North Salem
After a good performance in the previous season, Barram is back. He is well-known for his hustle and enthusiasm on the court. Hemingway stated that Kep is ready for an exceptional year that will highlight his development and love for the game.
Senior Droiy Comstock of North Salem
Comstock, a transfer from Cascade, was named to the all-conference second team and is anticipated to contribute right away with his defensive presence and scoring prowess, according to Hemingway.
Junior Teagan Scott of South Salem
Scott, an Oregon State baseball commit, has been making waves on the hardwood, too. A physical player who can play through contact and competes at a high level always, according to coach Kip Ioane, Scott was a all-conference player last season.
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Junior Tko Westbrook of South Salem
Another standout junior and former all-conference player, Westbrook brings a unique skillset and excellent court vision to the Saxons, said Ioane.
Junior Jack Lapray of South Salem
Lapray completes the Saxons’ all-conference junior trifecta. The guard/wing is known primarily for his propensity to burn defenses with his perimeter shooting. It s a skillset that balances nicely alongside Scott and Westbrook.
Jarod Stanley, senior, Sprague
Stanley is a 6-foot-4 combo guard who was both an all-confernece first team player last season and the conference s defensive player of the year. Jarod is an elite level athlete that slashes to the rim really well, said coach Jordan Graneto
Braxton Long, senior, Sprague
Long is another sizeable guard for the Olympians at 6-foot-3. An all-conference first team player as a junior, he s currently ninth all-time in total assists in school history. He is an elite-level playmaker and passer, Graneto said.
Anthony Best, senior, Sprague
Best transferred in from Cascade, rendering an already-excellent Olympians team even more dangerous. Himself a all-conference second team member, the 6-foot-6 wing is an elite slasher of the rim and an elite on ball defender, Graneto said.
Diggs Sladek, junior, West Salem
Sladek, a 6-foot-6 forward who can play inside and out, is up at the 6A level after two seasons spent at 2A s Western Christian. An all-state first team player at that level, head coach Dean Sanderson is excited to see Sladek s game begin to translate for the Titans.
Tyler Hawkins, senior, West Salem
Hawkins is one of a group of players rearing for an increased role this winter after several key departures. With a 6-foot-4 frame, he bring athleticism and strength, said Sanderson.
Jacob Sanderson, junior, West Salem
Sanderson will be running point for the Titans. Like Hawkins, he s readying for a larger usage rate this winter. Sanderson called the 6-foot-2 guard heady.
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