The Metro League is back, and this year might be the most competitive we’ve seen in a decade.

Can Southridge build on the momentum they finished with last season? Does Jesuit have enough experience to climb back to the top? What about Sunset, Mountainside, Beaverton, Westview, and Aloha — who’s rising, who’s rebuilding, and who’s ready to shock the league?

And with so many young players stepping into bigger roles, the youth movement in the Metro is REAL.

Tap in as we break down the contenders, the sleepers, and our full preseason rankings.

The PIL looks completely different this year, and we’re breaking it all down in our preseason rankings episode.

Where do last year’s champions, Roosevelt, land in this year’s list? Which programs are rising fast thanks to the youth movement taking over the league? And who’s poised to make the biggest jump in Portland high school basketball?

We’ve got surprises, sleepers, and a whole new look at the city hoop scene.

We’re dropping our official 6A Preseason Top 10 — and Oregon hoops is about to be WILD this year.

From Central Catholic holding down the #1 spot… to Tualatin, Southridge, Nelson, Jesuit, and the rest of the top teams gearing up for a run — this ranking is loaded with talent, storylines, and championship expectations.

We break down every team, who’s rising, who’s underrated, and which squads are built for Chiles in March.

We’re breaking down Oregon’s Class of 2028 — the next generation of hoopers already making noise across the state.

From rising guards to long, skilled wings and bigs with real upside… this class is deeper and more advanced than people realize. We talk standouts, sleepers, and who’s got the potential to be the next breakout star in Oregon high school basketball.

We sat down with Centennial Head Coach Demetrius McQuarn, fresh off a 14–12 season and a top-15 OSAA ranking — and he’s got the Eagles locked in for a big year.

Coach talks about the return of Sincere Powe and Darius Andrews, plus the impact of transfers Sebastian Larsen and Je’Mel Baker, and what it will take for Centennial to elevate in one of the toughest leagues in Oregon.

We sat down with Coach Daniel Blanks of Adrianne C. Nelson High School — one of the fastest-rising programs in Oregon hoops.

Coach talks about building culture, bouncing back from that tough second-round loss to Jesuit, and leading a talented group led by junior guard Braylon Gaines, incoming transfer Carter Lockhart, and a dedicated coaching staff that’s all-in.

We sat down with Coach Erik Lyslo, one of the most respected Coaches in the game. to talk culture, development, and what it takes to build a program the right way.

Coach breaks down his philosophy, the leaders in his locker room, and how he’s helping his players grow on the court and as young men — plus what’s next for his program this season.

In this episode of Buckets in the 503, we sit down with Daren Kalish, whose basketball journey has taken him from the college sidelines to the corporate and professional side of the game.

Daren shares how he went from recruiting at Loyola Marymount University and the University of Oregon to leading grassroots basketball as the Adidas Director of Grassroots Basketball , and now serving as the Director of Client Management, representing and supporting professional athletes across the country.

We talk about the business of basketball, relationships, mentorship, and what it really takes to transition from the coaching world into player management at the highest level.

Daren’s journey shows that basketball isn’t just a game — it’s a network, a business, and a platform for growth. Whether you’re a coach, player, parent, or fan, there’s something in here for you.

We’re back with Jed Tai from @PrepHoopsOR to break down the updated 2027 class rankings — who’s rising, who’s underrated, and how these young hoopers are already making noise across Oregon. Jed talks about what goes into building the rankings, and which players could blow up this season.

We sat down with Braylon Gaines — one of Oregon’s most dynamic young guards — to talk about his grind, his mindset, and what’s fueling his game heading into the new season.

He’s confident, competitive, and hungry to prove he’s one of the top players in the state.