In a league loaded with talented big men, Kentlake will have to take a different approach this season.

The Falcons don’t have a single player who stands bigger than 6-foot-4 and the majority of the team’s roster stands between 5-9 and 6-2.

That said, expect the Falcons to lean on their athleticism and speed this winter, especially with the return of guards Eric Smith (5 ppg.), Tyler Wright (4.6 ppg.) and Daniel Landram (8.9 ppg.).

All three showed flashes of brilliance last year and will be relied on heavily this winter. Forward Mike Salazar looks to be the biggest beneficiary to the heavy guard rotation. Salazar was Kentlake’s second-leading scorer last year, averaging 10.9 points per game.

Reach Dennis Box at dbox@maplevalleyreporter.com or 425-432-1209 ext. 5050.

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