07/29/2026
Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U Captures Gold Championship at Prep Hoops Mile High Madness
AURORA, Colo. — The Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U closed out their 2026 summer season in championship fashion, finishing a perfect 4-0 to capture the Prep Hoops Mile High Madness Gold Division Championship.
The Dawgs displayed toughness, resilience, and composure throughout the weekend, overcoming four talented Colorado programs and proving once again why they have become one of the area’s rising programs.
Tournament Results
Saturday – Pool Play
* ✅ Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U 62, Colorado Bulls 17U 38
* ✅ Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U 82, RTS Choice 17U 72
Sunday – Championship Bracket
* 🏆 Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U 77, MH Collective 17U 72
* 🏆 Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U 85, Peak2Peak Athletics 84
The championship game lived up to its billing, as the Dawgs battled until the final seconds in an exciting 85-84 victory to secure the Gold Division title.
Tournament Recognition
The Morgan Dawgs were well represented as Prep Hoops Top Performers, with multiple players earning recognition for their outstanding play throughout the weekend:
🏀 Grant Simpson ( #2)
🏀 Zakary Gurney ( #6)
🏀 Samuel Rich ( #7)
Their consistent play on both ends of the floor helped lead the Dawgs through an undefeated championship run.
A Season to Remember
The Gold Championship provides a fitting finish to an impressive inaugural season for the Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U. Throughout the summer, the team competed against some of the top competition in the country, traveling to NCAA live events in Las Vegas and Chicago while continuing to represent Colorado with pride.
Over their final three tournaments, the Dawgs compiled an outstanding 11-2 record, including:
* 3-1 at the Bigfoot Hoops NCAA Live Event in Las Vegas
* 4-1 at the RecruitLook NCAA Live Event in Chicago
* 4-0 Gold Division Champions at the Prep Hoops Mile High Madness
The team’s growth, chemistry, and commitment to one another were on full display as they finished the summer playing their best basketball of the year.
Most importantly, this championship was earned while continuing to honor teammate #12 Alonso Baca, whose presence and spirit inspired the team throughout the weekend.
Congratulations to Coach Ed Morgan, the coaching staff, families, and every player who helped make this championship run possible.
Morgan Dawgs Elite 17U
2026 Prep Hoops Mile High Madness
🏆 Gold Division Champions | 4-0
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