The Colorado high school basketball season gets underway with one of the state’s most anticipated early-season events: The Fossil Ridge Green & Purple Tournament. Hosted in Fort Collins, this tournament has grown into a must-see showcase thanks to elite teams, major transfers, and high-stakes matchups that offer a preview of what’s ahead in the 2024–25 campaign.
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Sandy Sundine explains the “Hot Stove Touch” rule. She emphasizes that officiating hinges on three principles: the hot stove touch (quick, non-lingering contact), redirects and freedom of movement (ensuring offensive players aren’t physically steered off course), and legal guarding position
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Hoops Tracker podcast, expertly hosted by Jerry Howard. Known for being the ultimate hub for Colorado basketball, Hoops Tracker dives into week eight of the season – a pivotal time as official games commence. Jerry discusses groundbreaking changes such as Mike Puccio’s exit and Jordan Deignan’s takeover at Green Mountain, predicting another final four appearance for the talent-stacked team. Fans can expect engaging game reviews from the past week, including standout performances highlighting Chaparral’s victory over Cherry Creek and Fossil Ridge’s triumph over Lutheran.
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The Colorado girls basketball season officially tips off, and HoopsTracker breaks down all the major storylines, preseason buzz, and must-see matchups. Bri Crittendon’s commitment to Texas continues to shock fans statewide, while Madison Bethel and the Taylor sisters move to Hardwood Elite for club season. Preseason scrimmages revealed strong early form from teams like Broomfield, Arapahoe, Highlands Ranch, Chaparral, and Riverdale Ridge—even with notable players missing for the holiday week.
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Welcome to another engaging episode of the HoopsTracker Podcast, where we dive deep into the universe of Colorado basketball. Join host Jerry Howard as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Darren Pitzner, head basketball coach at Legend High School. This episode explores the upcoming basketball season, the exciting updates about the Legend team, and a broader analysis of the 6A basketball landscape, making it a must-listen for basketball aficionados.
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