Up Next in the UKC

There were some really good seniors in the United Kansas Conference this past season. But relatively speaking, the junior class stands out as really strong. Particularly at Basehor Linwood, which took an early exit from the playoffs when it was surprised by KC-Piper, there are several juniors who will make the Bobcats a favorite next year. Here are some of the top seniors-to-be in the UKC, courtesy of the all-league team: Jordan Brown Jordan Brown 6'4" | SG Basehor-Linwood | 2022 State KS , Basehor-Linwood (pictured): The 6-foot-4 shooting guard can score in so many ways. He has no limit to his distance, and he can shoot the long ball from a jump shot or step back, making him almost impossible to shut down. He shoots an effective floater and of course can get to the hoop and dunk. He’s got good court awareness and finds teammates on the drive. Tyrese Cannon Tyrese Cannon 6'3" | SF Leavenworth | 2022 State KS , Leavenworth: It was a rough year for the Pioneers. After winning just three games all season, they were bounced in the play-in round of the sub-state. But Cannon was so good, he was one of two juniors named to the league’s first team. He’s an athlete who get up and down the court, make explosive plays and is tough to stop when he gets downhill. Carter Bergman, Basehor-Linwood: First and foremost a shooter, Bergman is a perimeter threat who opens things up for the rest of his teammates. Bergman is a 6-foot-1 guard who will bring experience and leadership next season, to go with his all around athleticism and shooting skills. Bergman earned second-team honors. JaiKuan Darthard, Leavenworth: The 6-foot-4 athlete was a great complement to Cannon, carrying a lot of the scoring load and impacting the game at both ends. He has a great ability to get to the goal and score from a variety of angles, and can also shoot from the perimeter. On the defensive end, he gets his hands on passes and can block shots. Trevor McBride Trevor McBride 6'2" | CG Basehor-Linwood | 2022 State KS , Basehor-Linwood: The guy most called upon to run the point for the Bobcats, McBride can score or get his teammates open shots. He has good size for a point guard, and good instincts and hands to get in the passing lane or pick pockets. He is under control as the leader of the offense and is always looking to get teammates involved. Juniors to receive Honorable Mention: Caden Crawford, Lansing Ty Hofer Ty Hofer 6'4" | SG Basehor-Linwood | 2022 State KS , Basehor-Linwood Nate Pewe, Shawnee Heights