The Road to All-State: Names to Know Across 1A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we inch closer to November and the start of another thrilling high school basketball season, I'll be breaking down each classification across Kansas and spotlighting eighteen standout players from each division. These are athletes who, in my opinion, possess the skill, production, and leadership to earn First, Second or Third Team All-State recognition by season's end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Basketball at the 1A level in Kansas continues to capture what makes high school sports so special -- hard-fought games, passionate communities, and athletes who give everything for their teams. This preview will take a combined look at both 1A Division I and Division II programs, offering a broader perspective on the standout players and rising stars who are expected to shape the 2025 season across the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the new season approaches, Class 1A basketball once again boasts a deep pool of skill and athleticism. From veteran leaders returning to defend their legacies to young players ready to make their mark, the competition will be fierce. Kansas basketball has long been known for its toughness, discipline, and relentless spirit -- and those same traits will define this year's action on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Across the state, several teams appear capable of producing All-State talent, and no single program stands far above the rest. That balance sets the stage for a highly competitive season, where every matchup matters and every player has the chance to step into the spotlight. Fans should prepare for fast-paced games, impressive individual efforts, and plenty of moments that could shift the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 campaign will ultimately reveal which players can elevate their teams when the stakes are highest -- those who can lead with confidence, play with poise, and deliver in crucial moments. Expect breakout performances, thrilling finishes, and the emergence of new leaders who will carry their teams deep into the postseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From the first tip-off to the final buzzer in March, Kansas 1A basketball promises another unforgettable season -- one filled with determination, balance, and the competitive fire that makes small-school basketball so exciting to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Third Team All-State</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2328080' first='Jace' last='Hoffman'] | 5'11" Guard | Bishop Seabury</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Henry Geiger | 6'3" Guard | Troy</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Tanner Bruna | 6'0" Guard | Hanover</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Daniel Mason | 6'2" Wing | Wheatland</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Jameson Miles | 6'2" Forward | Peabody</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Evan Slavik | 6'4" Forward | Thunder Ridge*</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Logan Sandmann | 6'5" Forward | Axtell*</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Second Team All-State</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2820798' first='Emmett' last='Delp'] | 6'5" Wing | St. John</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2211366' first='Wes' last='Anderson'] | 5'11" Guard | Frankfort</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Brodie Crites | 6'1" Guard | Central Plains</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2328079' first='Kellen' last='Green'] | 6'2" Guard | Oxford</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Coy Wilkinson | 6'2" Guard | Hartford</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Braylon Meyn | 6'2" Guard | Hanover*</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Colin Shaughnessy | 6'2" Guard | Axtell*</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">First Team All-State</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Jack Herd | 6'4" Forward | South Central</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2488757' first='Brecken' last='McGuire'] | 6'1" Guard | Olpe</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Drake Skirvin | 6'6" Center | Burlingame</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2403178' first='Gavin' last='Wahl'] | 6'5" Forward | South Gray</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Ed Horinek | 6'0" Guard | Beloit-St. John's</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Sawyer Campbell | 6'0" Guard | Kiowa County*</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Ian Melendez | 5'10" Guard | Spearville*</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*tied</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->