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Madi Clark is a standout basketball player from Mead High School in Colorado. As a member of the Mead High School basketball team, she played a significant role in leading her team to the Final Four for 2 consecutive years. Known for her leadership skills and scoring ability, Madi has accumulated 573 points over the last two seasons. She is also a member of the Hardwood Elite national team participating in the prestigious Adidas 3SSB circuit. Her experience playing against top-tier opponents has shaped her into a versatile player ready to take on leadership roles as an upperclassman.

About the Guest(s): London and Paris TaylorLondon and Paris Taylor are twin basketball players...

BREAKING NEWS – JULIET SLATER ANNOUNCES

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 year’s no different—we just want to get a year better.”

In this episode of HoopsTracker, hosted by Jerry Howard, we dive into the world of high school basketball with special guest Caiden Braketa from Ralston Valley. Caiden discusses his thrilling journey through the recruiting process, revealing his commitment to Black Hills State University. The conversation highlights Caiden’s priorities in choosing a college, with an emphasis on balancing academics and athletics. As he prepares for his senior year, Caiden shares his experiences and lessons learned from the recruitment journey, offering insights into how he evaluated potential schools and decided on Black Hills State.

In this engaging episode of HoopsTracker, host Jerry Howard welcomes Annika Vandalen, a basketball standout from Fort Collins, who reveals her decision to commit to Chadron State College. Annika shares insights into her choice, the factors that influenced her decision, and her enthusiasm for joining Coach Jalen Little’s program. The episode dives deep into Annika’s recruiting journey, detailing her criteria, such as college culture and team dynamics, and how these elements guided her to Chadron. Jerry and Annika further discuss the significance of these criteria, considering the broader context of the recruiting process, a theme that resonates with many young athletes today.

University of Colorado Women’s Basketball Head Coach J.R. Payne joined HoopsTracker to discuss her 10th season leading the Buffs and the outlook for a reloaded roster ahead of the new Big 12 campaign. With nearly ten new faces — including five transfers and five freshmen — Payne emphasized team chemistry, competitiveness, and depth as defining strengths of this year’s squad.
Despite the turnover, Payne says the team’s vibe is “as good as we’ve ever had,” with a mix of hardworking gym rats, versatile scorers, and disciplined defenders ready to make an impact in their debut Big 12 season.