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Boys-Basketball Season-kicks off

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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Girls-Basketball Season – Kicks off

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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Coach Pitz talks Legend

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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Player Spotlight – Luke Howery Chaparral

In this engaging episode of “HoopsTracker,” host Jerry Howard invites rising basketball star Luke Howery to discuss his recent commitment to Colorado State University and the journey leading up to this decision. Luke shares insights into his decision-making process, emphasizing the importance of a program that aligns with his playing style and coaching preferences. He appreciates CSU’s strong business school and the opportunity to stay close to home, underscoring the university’s fit for both his athletic and academic aspirations.

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Referee Spotlight – Sandy Sundine

In a detailed conversation with HoopsTracker host Jerry Howard, veteran CHSAA referee Sandy Sundine broke down the biggest rule changes players, coaches and fans need to understand heading into the season. The discussion covered new interpretations on backboard slapping, offensive goaltending, returning inbounds, timeouts and bench personnel, new throw-in location rules, continuous motion, flopping, freedom of movement, scorebook corrections, late-game intentional fouls, and referee-coach/fan interactions.

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Player Spotlight – Rhya Matoush – Legend

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Hoops Tracker Podcast with Jerry Howard, your prime source for Colorado basketball insights. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Rhya Matoush from Legend High School. Recently competing in the flag football title game and transitioning into the basketball season, Ryha offers an in-depth look at her preparations, team dynamics, and high aspirations for the upcoming high school basketball season. Her multifaceted athletic journey is the highlight of our discussion.

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Player Spotlight – Juliet Slater – Erie

In this exciting episode of HoopsTracker, host Jerry Howard talks with Juliet Slater, a standout athlete from Erie High School’s girls basketball program. The episode kicks off with a significant announcement from Juliet—her commitment to play basketball at West Texas A\&M University, highlighting her summer success and recruitment journey. Jerry discusses the recruiting process and Juliet shares her essential criteria, such as a family-oriented team atmosphere and strong relationships with coaches, which led her to choose West Texas A\&M.

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BREAKING NEWS – BRI CIRTTENDON COMMITS

One of the most electric recruiting journeys in recent Colorado basketball history has come to a close — and it ends in burnt orange. Bri Crittendon, one of the most versatile and high-upside prospects in the nation, has officially committed to the University of Texas, choosing the Longhorns over major contenders across the country.

Her decision? Rooted in culture, development, opportunity — and a long-term vision that aligns with the NIL era.

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Coaches Spotlight – Shawn Palmer

When you talk about Colorado high school basketball, it doesn’t take long for the name Shawn Palmer to come up. The longtime Rangeview head coach has built a culture of discipline, loyalty, and genuine connection — the perfect blend of old-school edge and new-school mentorship.

On a recent episode of HoopsTracker, Rangeview guard Archie Weatherspoon pulled back the curtain on what it’s really like to play for Coach Palmer.

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Player Spotlight – Kris Coleman – Chaparral

In this engaging episode of HoopsTracker, host Jerry Howard welcomes Kris Coleman, a prominent Colorado high school basketball player known for his remarkable talent on the court. Throughout the episode, Kris takes us down memory lane, revisiting key moments in the previous season, including a thrilling Final Four victory and a neck-to-neck championship game. They delve into the strategic aspects of basketball, Kris’s personal development journey, and the compelling story of teamwork and sacrifice that defined his team’s championship run.

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Player Spotlight – Mairead Hearty – Denver East

Join Jerry Howard, host of Hoops Tracker, in an engaging episode featuring a special interview with rising basketball star Mairead Hearty from Denver East High School. In this episode, Mairead reveals her commitment to San Diego State University, delighting fans and followers of Colorado girls basketball. Listeners will gain insights into Mairead’s journey, her decision-making process, and what this significant step means for her future in the sport.

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