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Interview – Sydney Martin – Standley Lake

In this episode of HoopsTracker, hosted by Jerry Howard, Sydney Martin from Stanley Lake High School and BC Denver joins the conversation to discuss her journey in Colorado girls’ basketball. As she navigates the challenges of a sports career, Sydney shares insights on her development as a player before being sidelined by an ACL injury. The episode sheds light on her experience with scholarship offers as one of the top players in the Class of 2027 and delves into her strategies for improving as a perimeter player.

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Interview – Peyton Jones – Valor

n this episode of HoopsTracker, host Jerry Howard interviews Peyton Jones, an exceptional basketball talent recently committed to the University of Utah. Peyton shares her experience with the recruiting process and talks about the factors that influenced her decision to join the Utes, such as the strong relationships she formed with the coaching staff and the sense of belonging she felt on her campus visit. This discussion offers a valuable perspective on the college recruiting journey from one of the nation’s top young basketball players.

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Interview – Oliver Junker – Mountain Vista

In this engaging episode of HoopsTracker, hosted by Jerry Howard, listeners are introduced to Oliver Junker, an emerging basketball talent from Mountain Vista. Oliver shares the exciting news of his commitment to play Division I basketball at North Dakota State University, highlighting his journey from high school standout to a recruited athlete. Jerry and Oliver delve into the significance of Colorado’s burgeoning class of basketball talent, underscoring the intense competition faced in the recruiting circuit and the unique opportunities that come with being a part of a prestigious collegiate sports program. 

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Interview – Ryan Larsen(Utah) Talks Coaching Journey

n this engaging episode of “HoopsTracker,” host Jerry Howard chats with Ryan Larsen, assistant coach for the University of Utah’s women’s basketball team. Unpacking Ryan’s extensive journey through the ranks of basketball coaching, they delve into his foundational years starting at Black Hills State as a student manager, transitioning into head and assistant coaching positions across various colleges. Through each role, Ryan illustrates the value of experience in shaping his current coaching methodologies.

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Sept 16 – Girls Weeky Edition

Join host Jerry Howard on this exciting episode of HoopsTracker, your ultimate guide to all things Colorado boys and girls basketball. This week’s episode is jam-packed with the latest news, from coaching shifts to major player commitments. Jerry brings to light Bri Crittendon’s college visits and shines a spotlight on significant developments from the young talents in the 2027 class, with the Moon twins’(Katie and Addie) commitment to Colgate taking center stage. Also talks about Grandview Fall League and the teams making an early impact.

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