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Mar 27, 2026

Local Student-Athletes to Participate in Central Kansas All-Star Basketball Classic

Posted Mar 27, 2026 12:35 PM

The Central Kansas All-Star Game will take place on Sunday, March 29 at Barton Community College, bringing together some of the top high school basketball talent from across the region.

The event will feature both girls and boys all-star matchups, with the girls game tipping off at 3:00 PM, followed by the boys game at 5:00 PM.

The game will showcase standout athletes from a variety of central Kansas schools. The all-star format gives players a unique opportunity to compete alongside and against other top performers, highlighting the depth of talent across the area.

For many seniors, this event serves as a meaningful final chapter to their high school careers. It offers one more chance to step on the court, represent their communities, and celebrate a season of hard work and dedication.

The Central Kansas All-Star Game also provides fans with an exciting opportunity to see a wide range of talent in one place. With players coming from different programs and styles of play, the matchups promise to be competitive, fast-paced, and entertaining.

Community members are encouraged to attend and support these athletes as they close out their high school basketball journeys.

Girls Roster:
NORTH
Head Coach - Craig Batchman- Ellsworth 
#1 - Isabel Hurley - Central Plains
#2 - Breanne Ricke - Wichita County
#3 - Sevy Wurtz - Clifton-Clyde
#4 - Madison Morgan - Lacrosse
#5 - Elyse Haxton - Ellsworth
#6 - Trinity Espinoza - Canton-Galva
#7 - Avery Scott - Stanton County
#8 - Reagan Bonner - St. John's
#9 - Alexis Morgan - Ellsworth
#10 - Arika Feldman - Little River
#11 - Kelsey Maier - Hoisington
#12 - Julia Schlessiger - Ellinwood

SOUTH
Head Coach - Dwight Roper - Haven
#1 - Ava Smith - Valley Heights
#2 - Cheyenne Ackerman - Spearville
#3 - Karlee Evans - Bucklin
#4 - Tristan Stout - Bucklin
#5 - Emily O'Brien - Remington
#6 - Hope Hughes - Pratt
#7 - Kylee Reece - Hodgeman County
#8 - Cammi Unruh - Moundridge
#9 - Brooke Grimes - Andale
#10 - Justinin Berlin -  Clearwater
#11 - Avery Brawner - Haven
#12 - Lani Speer - Dighton

Boys Roster:
EAST
Head Coach - Bud Valerius - South Central
#1 - Braylon Meyn - Hanover
#2 - Ian Melendez - Spearville
#3 - Evan Slavick - Thunder Ridge
#4 - Sawyer Campbell - Kiowa County
#5 - Arley Morrell - Pratt
#6 - Braylon Mull - Goodland
#7 - David Crane - Stanton County
#8 - Samuel Lynn - Meade
#9 - Jack Herd - South Central 
#10 - Tanner Bruna - Hanover
#11 - Gavin Wahl - South Gray 

WEST 
Head Coach - Kyle Haxton - Hoisington
#1 - Florian Canac - Lakin
#2 - Mason Martin - Hoisington
#3 - Isiah Garrett - Bennington
#4 - Blake Smith - Sterling
#5 - Kaizer Kanitz - Moundridge
#6 - Trey Williams - Ell-Saline
#7 - Jaxon Konen - Little River
#8 - Easton Shahan - Moundridge
#9 - Nolan Sweazy - Berean Academy
#10 - Jacob Hall - Great Bend 
#11 - Dawson Ruder - Hays