Trailways East Preview

2023-24 Final Standings 1. Lourdes Academy 11-3 (20-8); 1. Oakfield 11-3 (19-8); 3. Central Wisconsin Christian 10-4 (16-10); 4. Horicon 9-5 (17-9); 5. Hutisford 7-7 (12-12); 6. Dodgeland 6-8 (14-11); 7. Wayland Academy 2-12 (4-17); 8. Valley Christian 0-14 (2-23). 2024-25 Picks 1. Oakfield -- The Oaks boast the best one-two senior scoring punch in the Trailways East in [player_tooltip player_id='2637722' first='Mitchell' last='Moser'] (5-9, 12.1 ppg, 4.0 rpg) and Davis Dercks (6-3, 9.4 ppg, 6.1 rpg). Moser and Dercks played major roles for a club that went 19-8 and shared the league crown with Lourdes Academy. Coach Jason Collien have some additional returning experience in senior Alex Erber (6-1, 2.3 ppg) along with juniors [player_tooltip player_id='2674459' first='Bo' last='Bijl'] (6-6, 6.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg), [player_tooltip player_id='2447325' first='Brayden' last='Glugla'] (6-1, 4.5 ppg, 3.4 rpg) and [player_tooltip player_id='2836864' first='Broede' last='Collien'] (5-9, 2.3 ppg). As usual, Oakfield will hang its hat on its defense, which usually ranks among the best in the Trailways. 2. Central Wisconsin Christian -- The Crusaders lack size and must replacing four regulars, including a double/double performer in forward Brock Hoekstra (6-3, 14.9 ppg, 10.1 rpg). Coach Josh Gibbons will count on five returning seniors to provide leadership and steer Central Wisconsin Christian into another winning season. CWC has finished .500 or above for six straight seasons and looks to make it seven behind the return of [player_tooltip player_id='2637727' first='Brant' last='Bille'] (5-9, 6.5 ppg, 2.6 rpg), [player_tooltip player_id='2637726' first='Ryer' last='Greenfield'] (6-0, 7.1 ppg, 2.9 rpg), Jaden Oosterhouse (6-0, 5.3 ppg, 2.2 rpg), Jacob Schaalma (6-0, 4.0 ppg, 1.7 rpg) and Sam Greenfield (6-0, 1.0 ppg, 1.0 rpg). Newcomers from a JV1 squad that went 14-8 include Lawson Phillips (5-9), Carson Mulder (5-9), Landon Smits (6-2) and Zach Hoffman (6-1). 3. Dodgeland -- No question the transfer of [player_tooltip player_id='2371701' first='Isaiah' last='Yuenger'] (6-4, 21.0 ppg, 5.8 rpg) to Beaver Dam stings, but coach Jason White nonetheless has four returning regulars from a club that went 14-11. Paced by senior forward [player_tooltip player_id='2493680' first='Kaden' last='Fillmore'] (6-5, 9.2 ppg, 5.6 rpg, committed to Marian), the Trojans have enough size, balance and depth to make a run for the Trailways East crown. In addition to Fillmore, coach Jason White welcomes back seniors [player_tooltip player_id='2637729' first='Brayden' last='Stobb'] (6-3, 7.4 ppg, 5.4 rpg), [player_tooltip player_id='2637731' first='Easton' last='Wolter'] (6-1, 4.6 ppg, 3.0 rpg) and Owen Cotter (5-10, 5.1 ppg, 1.8 rpg). Sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='2389774' first='Trewyn' last='White'] (5-9, 1.5 ppg) and freshmen [player_tooltip player_id='2917048' first='Noah' last='Kohn'] (5-9) and [player_tooltip player_id='2392723' first='Collin' last='Kruchten'] (5-9) also figure to contibute. 4. Horicon -- Third-year coach Jay Wald has to replace five starters from a 17-9 squad. He does have three returning varsity performers and some talented newcomers from junior varsity team that went 18-4. Returning players include senior Quinten Brown (5-9, 6.5 ppg, 3.4 rpg) along with juniors [player_tooltip player_id='1561875' first='Barrett' last='Meyer'] (6-0, 5.0 ppg, 3.7 rpg) and Christian Schwartz (5-7, 3.1 ppg, 1.2 rpg). Newcomers include senior Owen Muche (5-10) along with juniors Quin Jackl (5-9), Jay Graven (5-10) and Logan Robenhorst (6-2). 5. Hustisford -- With the league's most dominant forward back, Hustisford is a threat to beat any team in the league. But coach Rylee Nass will need to find some additional scoring and rebounding options to go along with senior [player_tooltip player_id='2637718' first='Caleb' last='Peplinski'] (6-5, 18.2 ppg, 11.0 rpg). Seniors Austin Peplinski (6-0, 5.2 ppg, 4.7 rpg), Treyton Hildebrandt (6-0, 3.5 ppg, 2.5 rpg), Keegan Ottery (6-1) and Brody Bingham (5-9) should get big minutes alongside [player_tooltip player_id='2637718' first='Caleb' last='Peplinski']. Nass beings defense and the ability to get to the rim are strengths. 6. Lourdes Academy -- Reigning league champion Lourdes Academy was hit especially hard by graduation as all five regulars from a 20-8 squad graduated last spring. That leaves third-year coach Brett Baehman needing somewhat inexperienced players to take major strides in their games. Just two seniors are expected to play in wing [player_tooltip player_id='2637709' first='Braden' last='Studinski'] (6-1, 5.2 ppg, 2.8 rpg) and guard Anthony Behnke (5-11). Juniors [player_tooltip player_id='2637715' first='Brady' last='Ridenour'] (6-1, 2.3 ppg, 2.2 rpg) and Quin Ruark (5-11) also return. Expect sophomores [player_tooltip player_id='2637713' first='Jackson' last='Buttke'] (5-11), [player_tooltip player_id='2140955' first='Lucas' last='Neuens'] (5-9) and [player_tooltip player_id='2514254' first='Harlan' last='Kuehn'] (6-2) to make a push for playing time along with junior [player_tooltip player_id='2917033' first='Parker' last='Slusarski'] (5-9). 7. Wayland Academy -- Continuity is almost always an issue for Wayland Academy. Since it is a boarding school, the students go home over the Christmas break, leaving coach P.J. Osvald without practice or games for nearly a month. Player cohesion is often another concern as players often transfer in or out of the school from year to year. But this time around, Osvald has four returning players with experience. Seniors [player_tooltip player_id='2637720' first='Sam' last='Porras'] (5-10, 19.3 ppg, 7.2 rpg) and Anton Flatt (5-11, 2.8 ppg, 2.6 rpg) along with juniors Marion Padilla (6-2, 9.9 ppg, 6.5 rpg) and Liam Menning (6-1, 2.9 ppg, 1.2 rpg) were key players a year ago when Wayland Academy finished 4-17. 8. Valley Christian -- Isaiah Gumness spent last year as the head coach at Winneconne and moves over to Valley Christian at an opportune time as all five starters are back, giving the Warriors the most experienced club in the league. Seniors Joshua Johnson (5-8, 7.8 ppg, 5.2 rpg), Cade Krause (6-2, 4.8 ppg, 4.1 rpg) and Brady Patterson (5-8, 9.0 ppg, 4.0 rpg) along with juniors Mathias Behling (5-9, 3.1 ppg, 3.4 rpg) and Isaiah Hyvonen (5-10, 5.7 ppg, 3.4 rpg) started for a club that finished 2-23. Junior Derek Wallace (5-4, 4.5 ppg, 2.1 rpg) and sophomore Xander Osinga (6-3, 3.4 ppg, 5.2 rpg) also saw plenty of playing time. Top Returning Scorers [player_tooltip player_id='2637720' first='Sam' last='Porras'], Wayland Academy (19.3 ppg) [player_tooltip player_id='2637718' first='Caleb' last='Peplinski'], Hustisford (18.2 ppg) [player_tooltip player_id='2637722' first='Mitchell' last='Moser'], Oakfield (12.1 ppg) [player_tooltip player_id='2637721' first='Mario' last='Padilla'], Wayland Academy (9.9 ppg) Davis Dercks, Oakfield (9.4 ppg) [player_tooltip player_id='2493680' first='Kaden' last='Fillmore'], Dodgeland (9.2 ppg) Brady Patterson, Valley Christian (9.0 ppg) Projected All-Conference Teams First Team [player_tooltip player_id='2493680' first='Kaden' last='Fillmore'], 6-5, Sr., Dodgeland [player_tooltip player_id='2637718' first='Caleb' last='Peplinski'], 6-5, Sr., Hustisford [player_tooltip player_id='2637722' first='Mitchell' last='Moser'], 5-9, Sr., Oakfield Davis Dercks, 6-3, Sr., Oakfield [player_tooltip player_id='2637720' first='Sam' last='Porras'], 5-10, Sr., Wayland Academy Second Team [player_tooltip player_id='2637726' first='Ryer' last='Greenfield'], 6-0, Sr., Central Wisconsin Christian [player_tooltip player_id='2637727' first='Brant' last='Bille'], 5-9, Sr., Central Wisconsin Christian [player_tooltip player_id='2637729' first='Brayden' last='Stobb'], 6-3, Sr., Dodgeland [player_tooltip player_id='1561875' first='Barrett' last='Meyer'], 6-0, Jr., Horicon [player_tooltip player_id='2637709' first='Braden' last='Studinski'], 6-1, Sr., Lourdes Academy The Big Five Best Shooter: [player_tooltip player_id='2637722' first='Mitchell' last='Moser'], Oakfield Best Defender: [player_tooltip player_id='2637720' first='Sam' last='Porras'], Wayland Academy Best Rebounder: [player_tooltip player_id='2637718' first='Caleb' last='Peplinski'], Hustisford Best Collegiate Prospect: [player_tooltip player_id='2637718' first='Caleb' last='Peplinski'], Hustisford Most Improved Player: [player_tooltip player_id='2637709' first='Braden' last='Studinski'], Lourdes Academy

2023-24 Final Standings

1. Lourdes Academy 11-3 (20-8); 1. Oakfield 11-3 (19-8); 3. Central Wisconsin Christian 10-4 (16-10); 4. Horicon 9-5 (17-9); 5. Hutisford 7-7 (12-12); 6. Dodgeland 6-8 (14-11); 7. Wayland Academy 2-12 (4-17); 8. Valley Christian 0-14 (2-23).

2024-25 Picks

1. Oakfield -- The Oaks boast the best one-two senior scoring punch in the Trailways East in Mitchell Moser Mitchell Moser 5'9" | CG Oakfield | 2025 WI (5-9, 12.1 ppg, 4.0 rpg) and Davis Dercks (6-3, 9.4 ppg, 6.1 rpg). Moser and Dercks played major roles for a club that went 19-8 and shared the league crown with Lourdes Academy. Coach Jason Collien have some additional returning experience in senior Alex Erber (6-1, 2.3 ppg) along with juniors Bo Bijl (6-6, 6.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg), Brayden Glugla Brayden Glugla 6'3" | SF Oakfield | 2026 State WI (6-1, 4.5 ppg, 3.4 rpg) and Broede Collien Broede Collien 6'3" | CG Oakfield | 2026 WI (5-9, 2.3 ppg). As usual, Oakfield will hang its hat on its defense, which usually ranks among the best in the Trailways.

2. Central Wisconsin Christian -- The Crusaders lack size and must replacing four regulars, including a double/double performer in forward Brock Hoekstra (6-3, 14.9 ppg, 10.1 rpg). Coach Josh Gibbons will count on five returning seniors to provide leadership and steer Central Wisconsin Christian into another winning season. CWC has finished .500 or above for six straight seasons and looks to make it seven behind the return of Brant Bille Brant Bille 5'9" | PG Central Wisconsin Christian | 2025 WI (5-9, 6.5 ppg, 2.6 rpg), Ryer Greenfield Ryer Greenfield 6'0" | CG Central Wisconsin Christian | 2025 WI (6-0, 7.1 ppg, 2.9 rpg), Jaden Oosterhouse (6-0, 5.3 ppg, 2.2 rpg), Jacob Schaalma (6-0, 4.0 ppg, 1.7 rpg) and Sam Greenfield (6-0, 1.0 ppg, 1.0 rpg). Newcomers from a JV1 squad that went 14-8 include Lawson Phillips (5-9), Carson Mulder (5-9), Landon Smits (6-2) and Zach Hoffman (6-1).

3. Dodgeland -- No question the transfer of Isaiah Yuenger Isaiah Yuenger 6'4" | SG Beaver Dam | 2027 State WI (6-4, 21.0 ppg, 5.8 rpg) to Beaver Dam stings, but coach Jason White nonetheless has four returning regulars from a club that went 14-11. Paced by senior forward Kaden Fillmore Kaden Fillmore 6'5" | SF Dodgeland | 2025 State WI (6-5, 9.2 ppg, 5.6 rpg, committed to Marian), the Trojans have enough size, balance and depth to make a run for the Trailways East crown. In addition to Fillmore, coach Jason White welcomes back seniors Brayden Stobb Brayden Stobb 6'3" | SF Dodgeland | 2025 WI (6-3, 7.4 ppg, 5.4 rpg), Easton Wolter Easton Wolter 6'1" | SG/SF Dodgeland | 2025 WI (6-1, 4.6 ppg, 3.0 rpg) and Owen Cotter (5-10, 5.1 ppg, 1.8 rpg). Sophomore Trewyn White Trewyn White 5'9" | CG Dodgeland | 2027 WI (5-9, 1.5 ppg) and freshmen Noah Kohn Noah Kohn 5'9" | CG Dodgeland | 2028 WI (5-9) and Collin Kruchten Collin Kruchten 5'10" | SG Dodgeland | 2028 WI (5-9) also figure to contibute.

4. Horicon -- Third-year coach Jay Wald has to replace five starters from a 17-9 squad. He does have three returning varsity performers and some talented newcomers from junior varsity team that went 18-4. Returning players include senior Quinten Brown (5-9, 6.5 ppg, 3.4 rpg) along with juniors Barrett Meyer Barrett Meyer 6'2" | SG/PG Horicon | 2026 WI (6-0, 5.0 ppg, 3.7 rpg) and Christian Schwartz (5-7, 3.1 ppg, 1.2 rpg). Newcomers include senior Owen Muche (5-10) along with juniors Quin Jackl (5-9), Jay Graven (5-10) and Logan Robenhorst (6-2).

5. Hustisford -- With the league's most dominant forward back, Hustisford is a threat to beat any team in the league. But coach Rylee Nass will need to find some additional scoring and rebounding options to go along with senior Caleb Peplinski Caleb Peplinski 6'5" | PF Hustisford | 2025 State WI (6-5, 18.2 ppg, 11.0 rpg). Seniors Austin Peplinski (6-0, 5.2 ppg, 4.7 rpg), Treyton Hildebrandt (6-0, 3.5 ppg, 2.5 rpg), Keegan Ottery (6-1) and Brody Bingham (5-9) should get big minutes alongside Caleb Peplinski Caleb Peplinski 6'5" | PF Hustisford | 2025 State WI . Nass beings defense and the ability to get to the rim are strengths.

6. Lourdes Academy -- Reigning league champion Lourdes Academy was hit especially hard by graduation as all five regulars from a 20-8 squad graduated last spring. That leaves third-year coach Brett Baehman needing somewhat inexperienced players to take major strides in their games. Just two seniors are expected to play in wing Braden Studinski Braden Studinski 6'1" | SG Lourdes Academy | 2025 WI (6-1, 5.2 ppg, 2.8 rpg) and guard Anthony Behnke (5-11). Juniors Brady Ridenour Brady Ridenour 6'1" | PF Lourdes Academy | 2026 WI (6-1, 2.3 ppg, 2.2 rpg) and Quin Ruark (5-11) also return. Expect sophomores Jackson Buttke Jackson Buttke 5'11" | CG/PG Lourdes Academy | 2027 State WI (5-11), Lucas Neuens Lucas Neuens 5'10" | PG Lourdes Academy | 2027 WI (5-9) and Harlan Kuehn Harlan Kuehn 6'4" | SF Lourdes Academy | 2027 State WI (6-2) to make a push for playing time along with junior Parker Slusarski Parker Slusarski 5'10" | CG Lourdes Academy | 2026 WI (5-9).

7. Wayland Academy -- Continuity is almost always an issue for Wayland Academy. Since it is a boarding school, the students go home over the Christmas break, leaving coach P.J. Osvald without practice or games for nearly a month. Player cohesion is often another concern as players often transfer in or out of the school from year to year. But this time around, Osvald has four returning players with experience. Seniors Sam Porras Sam Porras 5'10" | CG Wayland Academy | 2025 State WI (5-10, 19.3 ppg, 7.2 rpg) and Anton Flatt (5-11, 2.8 ppg, 2.6 rpg) along with juniors Marion Padilla (6-2, 9.9 ppg, 6.5 rpg) and Liam Menning (6-1, 2.9 ppg, 1.2 rpg) were key players a year ago when Wayland Academy finished 4-17.

8. Valley Christian -- Isaiah Gumness spent last year as the head coach at Winneconne and moves over to Valley Christian at an opportune time as all five starters are back, giving the Warriors the most experienced club in the league. Seniors Joshua Johnson (5-8, 7.8 ppg, 5.2 rpg), Cade Krause (6-2, 4.8 ppg, 4.1 rpg) and Brady Patterson (5-8, 9.0 ppg, 4.0 rpg) along with juniors Mathias Behling (5-9, 3.1 ppg, 3.4 rpg) and Isaiah Hyvonen (5-10, 5.7 ppg, 3.4 rpg) started for a club that finished 2-23. Junior Derek Wallace (5-4, 4.5 ppg, 2.1 rpg) and sophomore Xander Osinga (6-3, 3.4 ppg, 5.2 rpg) also saw plenty of playing time.

Top Returning Scorers

Sam Porras Sam Porras 5'10" | CG Wayland Academy | 2025 State WI , Wayland Academy (19.3 ppg)
Caleb Peplinski Caleb Peplinski 6'5" | PF Hustisford | 2025 State WI , Hustisford (18.2 ppg)
Mitchell Moser Mitchell Moser 5'9" | CG Oakfield | 2025 WI , Oakfield (12.1 ppg)
Mario Padilla Mario Padilla 6'2" | SF Wayland Academy | 2026 State WI , Wayland Academy (9.9 ppg)
Davis Dercks, Oakfield (9.4 ppg)
Kaden Fillmore Kaden Fillmore 6'5" | SF Dodgeland | 2025 State WI , Dodgeland (9.2 ppg)
Brady Patterson, Valley Christian (9.0 ppg)

Projected All-Conference Teams
First Team
Kaden Fillmore Kaden Fillmore 6'5" | SF Dodgeland | 2025 State WI , 6-5, Sr., Dodgeland
Caleb Peplinski Caleb Peplinski 6'5" | PF Hustisford | 2025 State WI , 6-5, Sr., Hustisford
Mitchell Moser Mitchell Moser 5'9" | CG Oakfield | 2025 WI , 5-9, Sr., Oakfield
Davis Dercks, 6-3, Sr., Oakfield
Sam Porras Sam Porras 5'10" | CG Wayland Academy | 2025 State WI , 5-10, Sr., Wayland Academy

Second Team
Ryer Greenfield Ryer Greenfield 6'0" | CG Central Wisconsin Christian | 2025 WI , 6-0, Sr., Central Wisconsin Christian
Brant Bille Brant Bille 5'9" | PG Central Wisconsin Christian | 2025 WI , 5-9, Sr., Central Wisconsin Christian
Brayden Stobb Brayden Stobb 6'3" | SF Dodgeland | 2025 WI , 6-3, Sr., Dodgeland
Barrett Meyer Barrett Meyer 6'2" | SG/PG Horicon | 2026 WI , 6-0, Jr., Horicon
Braden Studinski Braden Studinski 6'1" | SG Lourdes Academy | 2025 WI , 6-1, Sr., Lourdes Academy

The Big Five

Best Shooter: Mitchell Moser Mitchell Moser 5'9" | CG Oakfield | 2025 WI , Oakfield
Best Defender: Sam Porras Sam Porras 5'10" | CG Wayland Academy | 2025 State WI , Wayland Academy
Best Rebounder: Caleb Peplinski Caleb Peplinski 6'5" | PF Hustisford | 2025 State WI , Hustisford
Best Collegiate Prospect: Caleb Peplinski Caleb Peplinski 6'5" | PF Hustisford | 2025 State WI , Hustisford
Most Improved Player: Braden Studinski Braden Studinski 6'1" | SG Lourdes Academy | 2025 WI , Lourdes Academy