Centennial League at the Break: Stars Who Shined
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At the holiday break, some of the top teams in the Centennial League feature some standout performers: Tre Alexander Tre Alexander 6'3" | CG Topeka West | 2021 State KS , senior, Topeka West: The early favorite for player of…
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Continue ReadingAt the holiday break, some of the top teams in the Centennial League feature some standout performers:
Tre Alexander Tre Alexander 6'3" | CG Topeka West | 2021 State KS , senior, Topeka West:
The early favorite for player of the year in the league is certainly the 6-foot-3 senior. The Chargers rose to #4 in the state in the most recent poll, and while West has a deep and diverse lineup, Alexander has been the unquestioned leader. At the break, he is averaging 28.8 points and 7.8 rebounds per outing.
Jack Hutchinson Jack Hutchinson 6'1" | CG Washburn Rural | 2021 State KS , senior, Washburn Rural:
Without question, senior Joe Berry Joe Berry 6'4" | CG Washburn Rural | 2021 State KS is the leader and rock for the Junior Blues. But Hutchinson has been providing a consistent spark and the most points for the 3-1 Junior Blues. After tallying just 6 in the season opener, Hutchinson has 16 against Highland Park, 16 against Hayden and 24 (all in the second half!) against Seaman.
Howard Johnson Howard Johnson 6'0" | SG Junction City | 2022 State KS , junior, Junction City (pictured):
The 3-1 Blue Jays seem to have a different player step up each game. But the one constant is Johnson, a score-first guard who can hit from deep, penetrate and finish on the break. Johnson has games of 24 against Seaman, 20 against Hayden and 18 against Manhattan.
Charles Snyder Charles Snyder 6'5" | PF Emporia | 2021 State KS , senior, Emporia:
The 1-3 Spartans are struggling out of the gate. But the 6-foot-5 senior will never relent. He is the definition of a workhorse. He tallied 27 against Great Bend in the team’s lone victory. Watch for him to put up big numbers as he works to help his young team improve.
Geivonnii Williams, senior, Hayden:
The ultra-tough senior guard wasn’t even a definite to start the season. A lingering football injury threatened to delay his appearance. But he popped for 17 in the opener against Highland Park, then exploded for 35 against Manhattan. Williams is a rugged, battle-tested athlete who uses his size and physicality to bully opponents. When he gets hot from the perimeter, he can take over a game, and he gets to the line more than just about anyone.