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Nov 03 – Girls Weekly Edition –
Colorado Girls Hoops Weekly – Recruiting Moves, Transfers & New Faces 🚨 Major Club and Recruiting News The Colorado girls’ basketball scene saw major movement this week. Santana Sabus, a dynamic guard in 2027 class, formerly with the Colorado Hoopsters, is now...
London & Paris Taylor: The Northfield Twins Ready to Take Over
About the Guest(s): London and Paris TaylorLondon and Paris Taylor are twin basketball players from Northfield High School in Colorado. Known for their dynamic skill set on the court, these sisters have become prominent figures in the state's basketball scene....
SPECIAL – Legacy Over Money with Vic Schaefer
Vic Schaefer: “Legacy Over Money” By Jerry Howard | HoopsTracker In an era where NIL deals dominate headlines and young athletes are being lured by quick paydays, Texas Longhorns head coach Vic Schaefer is championing an older — and wiser — philosophy: legacy over...
BREAKING NEWS – Juliet Slater from Erie Commits
BREAKING NEWS -- Juliet Slater from Erie HS and Colorado Hoopsters commits to West Texas A&M. She had many offers but chose West Texas. We will be posting her interview where she announces her commitment andd goes into Why West Texas. She also will be tlaking...
Special Interview – Jeff Cammon – St. Mary’s Poised for Breakout Year Under Coach Cammon’s Leadership
St. Mary’s Poised for Breakout Year Under Coach Cammon’s Leadership Heading into his third year at the helm of St. Mary’s Women’s Basketball, Coach Jeff Cammon is entering the 2025–26 season with a quiet confidence. “Every year we’ve gotten better,” he said. “This...
Interview – Caiden Braketa Chooses Black Hills State
About the Guest(s): Caiden Braketa is a talented high school basketball player at Ralston Valley, Colorado. Known as one of the top shooters in the state, Caiden is recognized for his basketball prowess and his academic excellence, driven by a family background in...
Cherokee Trail tops Highlands Ranch
📰 Article: Cherokee Trail Tops Highlands Ranch in Fall League By Jerry Howard | HoopsTracker | October 22, 2025 AURORA, CO — Monday night’s finale of the Grandview Fall Girls Basketball League delivered everything fans could want — intensity, talent, and a...
Interview- Annika Vandalen – Fort Collins
Fort Collins’ Annika Van Dalen Commits to Chadron State FORT COLLINS, CO — Fort Collins High School senior Annika Van Dalen has officially committed to play college basketball at Chadron State College, joining the RMAC conference and bringing her versatile 5’11” frame...
Oct 20 – Boys Weekly Edition
About the Guest(s): Jerry Howard is the charismatic host of HoopsTracker, a dynamic podcast dedicated to covering everything related to Colorado basketball. With deep connections and insights into the basketball community in Colorado, Jerry provides listeners with...
Oct 20 – Girls Weekly Edition
About the Guest(s): Jerry Howard is the host of HoopsTracker, a dedicated podcast focusing on girls' basketball in Colorado. With a deep knowledge of the sport and a finger on the pulse of high school basketball dynamics, Jerry provides insights into player...
Interview – Coach J.R. Payne – Building Chemistry and Confidence in Year 10 at Colorado
“J.R. Payne: Quiet Confidence as a New Era Begins in Boulder” BOULDER, Colo. — Entering her tenth season at the helm, Coach J.R. Payne is embracing both change and opportunity. With the Buffs now fully immersed in the Big 12 Conference, Payne’s team looks very...
NEWS – Bruce Dick is back Coaching
BREAKING NEWS — CHSAA
About the Guest(s): Jerry Howard is the host of HoopsTracker, a podcast dedicated to delivering the latest in Colorado basketball. Known for his in-depth knowledge and candid discussions, Jerry has become a trusted voice among basketball enthusiasts in the state. With...
Interview – Kniyah and Kaze Dumas – H.Ranch
About the Guest(s): Kaze and Kniyah Dumas are talented basketball siblings hailing from Highlands Ranch. Kaze is a freshman entering high school basketball after a successful stint on the EYBL circuit, and her sister Kniyah is a senior recovering from an ACL injury....
Vic Shaefer – Univ Texas – From Umpire to College Coach
About the Guest(s): Vic Schaefer is a seasoned basketball coach with an impressive trajectory in the field of coaching, starting from a high school basketball coach to shaping his path through various colleges. His career highlights include significant contributions...
Zeke Andrews – Talks about Frank Psaute
Zeke: Frank can shoot the lights out, for sure. He’s also a really good defender—hard to score on—and he’s a hard worker. He’s super athletic, he’ll get up in your face, and he always brings great energy in practice—clapping it up, keeping everyone engaged. He’s a...
Addy Beck – Talks about 6A Outlook
I think it’s amazing. No matter what team you play at this level, it’s always competitive. Every team has grown, and that’s awesome because there are so many talented players. Sometimes it can be scary—you might face a team you don’t think is that strong, and then...
Interview: Addy Beck – Cherry Creek
About the Guest(s): Addy Beck: A standout high school athlete from Cherry Creek, Addy Beck is notable for her exceptional play at QB in flag football, where she excels as one of the top quarterbacks in the state of Colorado. An athlete with deep Canadian roots, she...
Interview – Zeke Andrews – Ralston Valley
About the Guest(s): Zeke Andrews is a standout high school athlete from Ralston Valley, excelling in both football and basketball. As a senior, Zeke has made significant strides in his sporting career, particularly in football, where he has garnered interest from...
Sibling Interview: Kennedy and Kiarra Spellman
About the Guest(s): Kennedy and Kiara Spellman are talented high school basketball players hailing from a rich basketball lineage. With their parents both having played competitively—and their father playing for the Phoenix Suns—the Spellman sisters have made notable...
BREAKING NEWS – KINLEY ASP Commits to Boston College
Kinley Asp (Air Academy ’26) Commits to Boston College Colorado Springs, CO — Kinley Asp, the dynamic point guard from Air Academy High School and a standout with Hardwood Elite Basketball, has announced her commitment to play at Boston College. Widely regarded as the...
BREAKING NEWS – Caleb Fay – Commits to Air Force
Caleb Fay (Kent Denver ‘26) Commits to Air Force — Pluto Basketball Talent Joins the Falcons Englewood, CO — In a surprising and exciting move, Caleb Fay, a standout guard from Kent Denver High School and a key player with PLUTO Basketball, has committed to play for...
Interview – Kinley Asp – Air Academy
About the Guest(s): Kinley Asp is the top point guard in the state of Colorado. Known for her impressive skills on the basketball court, Kinley has been a standout player since her early days on the Hardwood Elite Club team, where she contributed to winning a national...
Interview – Brady Kingsley – Windsor – Big Announcement
About the Guest(s): Brady Kingsley is a talented basketball player hailing from Windsor, Colorado. Known for his remarkable skills on the court, Brady has successfully garnered attention as one of Northern Colorado's better players, having had an outstanding club...
Sibling Interview – Valors Fuessel Triplets
About the Guest(s): The Fuessel Triplets, Abby, Kate, and Lauren, are rising basketball stars playing for Valor Christian High School in Colorado. Having begun their basketball journey in third grade under the guidance of their father, they have since developed into...
Interview – Archie “Cinco” Weatherpoon V
About the Guest(s): Archie “Cinco” Weatherspoon V is a high school basketball prodigy from Rangeview. Known for his exceptional skills on the court, Archie has gained significant recognition as a top recruit in the Class of 2027. Playing with the Mountain Stars, a...
Sibling Interview – Marceles and Nylah Duncan
About the Guest(s): Nylah and Marceles Duncan are talented young basketball players from Rangeview High School in Colorado. As twins, they have shown remarkable skills and athleticism on the court, gaining recognition from their freshmen season onwards. Marceles, also...
Special Sibling – Interview – Addie/Katie Moon – Highlands Ranch
About the Guest(s): Addie and Katie Moon are talented basketball players from Highlands Ranch High School in Colorado, known for their skills on the court as well as their academic prowess. They are committed to playing for Colgate University, a college renowned for...
Interview – Sydney Martin – Standley Lake
, ### About the Guest(s): **Sydney Martin**: Sydney Martin is a standout high school basketball player from Stanley Lake High School and a former member of BC Denver's club team and now part of Hardwood Elite. As one of Colorado's top prospects in the Class of 2027,...
Interview – Peyton Jones – Valor
About the Guest(s): Peyton Jones is a highly talented basketball player from Valor High School. Renowned for being one of the top three-point shooters in the country, Peyton has gained significant attention in the basketball community. Her remarkable performance in...
Interview – Oliver Junker – Mountain Vista
### About the Guest(s): Oliver Junker is a promising basketball player who has committed to North Dakota State University (NDSU) to play at the Division I level. Oliver hails from Mountain Vista and has played with the Elevation basketball team on the Recruit Look...
Interview – Ryan Larsen(Utah) Talks Coaching Journey
About the Guest(s): Ryan Larsen is an accomplished basketball coach currently serving as an assistant coach at the University of Utah. With a dynamic journey across various levels of basketball coaching, Ryan has held positions including head coach at South Dakota...
Sept 16 – Girls Weeky Edition
About the Guest(s): Jerry Howard is the dynamic host of HoopsTracker, a podcast dedicated to tracking and reporting on Colorado girls' and boys' basketball. With a keen eye for the sport and a passion for player development, Jerry offers listeners in-depth analyses...
Interview – Evander Eberhard – Fossil Ridge
About the Guest(s): Vander Eberhard is a promising basketball player who has competed in various top-tier basketball environments across the United States. Originally from Lafayette, Colorado, Vander's basketball journey has seen him move between several locations...
Interview- Shay Vigil – Riverdale Ridge
About the Guest(s): Shay Vigil is a talented high school basketball player from Riverdale Ridge and a key member of the Grit Hoops basketball program. Known for her sharpshooting abilities, she boasts an impressive record, shooting over 30% from the three-point line...
Sept 08 – Boys Weekly Edition
### About the Host: In this episode, Jerry Howard, the host of HoopsTracker, brings on several prominent figures from the world of basketball. Among them is Derek White, renowned for his impactful camps and mentorship in basketball. Other featured guests include Kade...
Interview – Carson Huelle – Fort Collins
About the Guest(s): Carson Huelle is an esteemed coach who has recently taken the position of head coach at Fort Collins High School, his alma mater. A former college basketball player, Carson's playing career included stints at Doane University and Augsburg...
Sept 08 – Girls Weekly Edition
### About the Host: Jerry Howard is an authoritative figure in the world of Colorado basketball, known for his expertise and comprehensive coverage of the sport. As the host of HoopsTracker, a prominent source for Colorado basketball insights, Jerry provides in-depth...
Interview – Kelly Sopak – Mamba Coach and more
About the Guest(s): Kelly Sopak is a seasoned basketball coach known for his achievements with the Cal Stars(EYBL) and his role as the head coach at Carondelet High School. A recipient of the CIF Coach of the Year award, Sopak has won multiple high school titles and...
Interview: Archie Weatherspoon
🎙 Hoops Tracker Podcast: Featuring Archie Weatherspoon (Rangeview High School) In this episode, Jerry Howard sits down with standout guard Archie Weatherspoon of Rangeview High School. Archie reflects on his team’s gritty identity, shaped by last season’s...
Interview- Sam Mielenz – Green Mountain – Morgan Dawgs
About the Guest(s): Sam Mielenz(2027) is a rising basketball star from Green Mountain, currently playing for the Morgan Dawgs on the club circuit. Known for his impressive height of 6'4" and his outstanding performance both in high school and club basketball, Sam has...
July 22 – Girls Summer Update
oJuly 22 ,2025 - Episode Summary: In this exhilarating episode of "HoopsTracker," host Jerry Howard breaks down the thrilling conclusion of the AAU season for Colorado women’s basketball teams and players. In an engaging commentary, Jerry vividly captures the standout...
July 23 -Boys Show
Episode Summary: Welcome to an action-packed episode of HoopsTracker, your go-to source for the latest in Colorado boys' basketball. Host Jerry Howard takes listeners through an exciting July with updates on coaching changes, players transitioning to prep schools, and...
July 11 – Girls – Score Updates
July 11 - Score Updates on Colorado clubs and players from around the Nation - Select Showcase - Cincinatti, OH (Hardwood Elite, GritHoops, Colorado Hoopsters, Jason Kidd, New Mexcio Clippers) - Nike TOC WEst - Las Vegas, NV (Mtn West Premier, B&B Academy, BC...
Interview – Jordan Mitchell – Cherokee Trail – Mountain Stars
Jordan Mitchell - 2027- Cherokee Trail sits down to talk with us after his impressive performance. He is one of the Top players in Colorado. Check out what he has to say about his development, and team for next year.
Interview – Arielle Wisne – Indiana – Horizon
About the Guest(s): Arielle Wisne is an accomplished former collegiate athlete known for her tenure at Indiana University, where she played in the rigorous Big 10 women's basketball conference. A graduate of Horizon High School in 2019, Arielle had an impressive club...
July 12 – Boys Score Updates
July 12 – Score Updates on Colorado clubs and players from around the Nation Atlanta - Under Armor, Recruit Look - Mountain Stars, Elevation Flyers, B&B, Team Kaun, Colorado Premier Kansas City - Recruit Looks - 7070 Athletics, Morgan Dawgs, Hardwood Elite 3SSB -...
Interview – Tim Bergstraser – DU Head Coach
About the Guest(s): Tim Bergstraser is the newly appointed head coach of the University of Denver men's basketball team. His coaching journey began at St. Cloud State University, where he served as a student assistant coach after enduring three ACL tears that ended...
Interview – Jamie Carey – New UNO Coach
About the Guest(s): Jamie Carey is a former professional basketball player and renowned coach, who has made significant contributions to women's basketball both on and off the court. As an All-American, she played college basketball at Stanford University and the...
Interview- Hannah Simental – CSU
About the Guest(s): Hannah Simental is a collegiate basketball player who recently completed her senior year at Colorado State University (CSU). She has a rich family history in basketball, with siblings who played and a father who coaches at Pueblo West High School....
Boys – Final 4 – Valor Outlasts Rangeview in Epic Final Four Clash
Valor Outlasts Rangeview in Epic Final Four Clash March 13, 2025 – Denver Coliseum In a battle of Colorado’s basketball powerhouses, Valor Christian, the defending state champions, edged out undefeated No. 1 seed Rangeview, 61-51, in an instant classic at the Denver...
Girls Final 4 -Legend Punches Their Ticket
Legend Punches Their Ticket to First State Finals Appearance March 13, 2025 – Denver Coliseum In a hard-fought battle at the Denver Coliseum, Legend secured their spot in the state finals for the first time in program history with a gritty 58–52 win over Riverdale...
Boys Final 4 – Eaglecrest Stuns Mountain Vista in OT
Boys Final 4 - Eaglecrest Stuns Mountain Vista in OT Thriller to Reach Finals March 13, 2025 – Denver Coliseum In a wild and dramatic showdown at the Denver Coliseum, Eaglecrest pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Mountain Vista in overtime, securing their...
Girls Final 4 – Grandview Holds Off Pine Creek’
Girls Final 4 - Grandview Holds Off Pine Creek’s Fast Start to Advance at Denver Coliseum March 13, 2025 — Denver Coliseum Pine Creek came out firing on all cylinders in the opening minutes of their matchup against Grandview at the Denver Coliseum. Behind the hot...
Legend Stuns Defending Champs Valor Christian, Advances with 67-59 Victory
Denver, CO – In a thrilling Elite 8 showdown, the Legend girls basketball team avenged their early-season loss to defending state champion Valor Christian, securing a 67-59 win to punch their ticket to the Final Four. Legend’s balanced scoring attack proved to be the...
Elite 8 -Valor Christian Pulls Away Late to Defeat Ralston Valley, Advances to Final Four
Elite 8 Thriller at the Denver Coliseum: Valor Christian Pulls Away Late to Defeat Ralston Valley, Advances to Final Four Denver, CO – In a high-intensity 6A Boys Elite 8 showdown at the Denver Coliseum, Valor Christian and Ralston Valley went head-to-head in a...
Elite 8 Girls Thriller: Riverdale Ridge Holds Off Highlands Ranch, 41-37
Elite 8 Thriller: Riverdale Ridge Holds Off Highlands Ranch, 41-37 The Class 6A Girls Elite 8 matchup between Riverdale Ridge and Highlands Ranch lived up to the hype, with Riverdale Ridge edging out a 41-37 victory in a hard-fought battle. Crittendon Shines for...
Colorado 5A Girls Basketball Elite 8: Mead Triumphs Over Frederick to Reach Final Four
Colorado 5A Girls Basketball Elite 8: Mead Triumphs Over Frederick to Reach Final Four The Colorado high school basketball playoffs delivered another thrilling matchup as Mead secured a hard-fought victory over Frederick in the Elite 8 round With the win, Mead...
Elite 8- Boys- Green Mountain Rallies to Defeat Sand Creek in 5A Elite 8 Thriller
Green Mountain Rallies to Defeat Sand Creek in 5A Elite 8 Thriller From the Denver Coliseum, the Green Mountain Rams staged an incredible comeback to defeat Sand Creek 43-40 in the 5A Elite 8 playoffs, punching their ticket to the Final Four. The game started rough...
Elite8-Girls- Green Mountain Girls Hold Off Roosevelt in Elite 8 Thriller, 46-42
In a hard-fought battle at the Coliseum, the Green Mountain girls secured a 46-42 victory over Roosevelt to advance to the Final Four. The Rams controlled the game from the start, but Roosevelt mounted a fierce comeback late in the fourth quarter, making for an...
Special – Recruiting Round Table – Girls
Special – Recruiting Round Table – Boys
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