colorado high school basketball podcast season 7 ep 7 - New Episode: Colorado HS Basketball Is Back

Happy New Year and welcome back to the Colorado High School Basketball Podcast, sponsored by 7070 Athletics — Elevate Your Game.

The 2026 high school basketball season is already proving to be wildly unpredictable, and this episode breaks down everything you need to know coming out of the holiday break in Colorado 6A and 5A boys basketball.

We dive into the latest 6A and 5A Top 10 rankings, review which teams held steady over the break, and discuss how out-of-state tournaments and returning players could shift the landscape in the weeks ahead. You’ll also get a deep look at scoring leaders and double-double standouts across both classifications, including eye-opening performances from some of the state’s top guards, forwards, and rising sophomores.

The heart of the episode centers on one of the biggest early-season matchups:
 Chaparral vs. Ralston Valley — a clash between two Top 5 6A programs. We break down the numbers, key matchups, offensive styles, transition play, and strategic factors that could decide the game, including how each team handles pace, three-point shooting, and half-court execution.

We also preview a packed slate of must-watch games over the next week, highlight several “measuring stick” matchups that will help define contenders, and examine what these games tell us about Colorado teams competing on a statewide and national level.

If you’re a coach, player, parent, or fan looking to stay informed on the Colorado high school basketball scene, this episode delivers rankings, insight, and context you won’t find anywhere else.