The boys basketball season started Nov. 19. The Surprise Independent asked the local coaches for their outlook on the season.

ALA-WEST FOOTHILLS GUARDIA N S

3A West Region

2024-25 Record: 9-16 overall, 6-5 region (3A play in)

Coach: KJames Deakyne (Second season as coach)

Top Returnee: F Cameron Lauer, Sr., 6-5 (12.6 ppg, 9 rpg, 2.1 spg); G Blake Lunt, Jr., 6-0 (13.9 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 2.8 apg).

How many years have you coached basketball? This will be my 13th year coaching basketball and my sixth at the high school level.

What is your team’s best attribute entering this season? We play fast and we play together.

What will your team need to improve for the season to be a success? Defensive rotations are always key.

Who are your team leaders? Seniors Cam Lauer and Cannon Tryth

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