News Summary

The Ohio Prep Sports Media Association has announced the highly anticipated 2024-25 All-State High School Boys Basketball Teams, showcasing the incredible talent across the state’s divisions. With awards for Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and standout athletes recognized in Divisions I, II, and III, the basketball community in Ohio is buzzing with excitement. Additional honors for Divisions IV, V, VI, and VII are expected soon, as the basketball season continues to unfold with remarkable performances from athletes and coaches alike.

Ohio’s Top High School Basketball Players Recognized for 2024-25 Season

In the vibrant atmosphere of Ohio’s basketball scene, the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association has just rolled out its highly anticipated 2024-25 All-State High School Boys Basketball Teams. Schools from various divisions have seen their star athletes light up the courts, and this announcement showcases the incredible talent present in the state.

Breaking It Down By Divisions

This year, players from Divisions I, II, and III have been honored, while the accolades for Divisions IV, V, VI, and VII will soon follow. Earlier this week, the all-state girls teams were also revealed, with Divisions IV, V, VI, and VII for girls announced on Monday, paving the way for the remaining divisions on Tuesday. Additionally, the All-Central District teams made their debut earlier in March, setting the stage for an exciting basketball season.

Highlighting Division I

Let’s dive into Division I, where the spotlight shines on Devin Brown from Olentangy Orange, who claimed the title of Player of the Year. Standing tall at 6’6″ and averaging an impressive 13.8 points per game, Brown has proven to be a standout player. This division also celebrated Chris Maul from Hilliard Darby, who was named Coach of the Year.

Other remarkable players in Division I include:

  • Jordan Fisher, Reynoldsburg – 6’6″, Senior, averaging 19.2 points per game
  • Arness Lawson, Pickerington North – 6’3″, Senior, with an average of 20.2 points
  • Landon Vanderwarker, Delaware Hayes – 6’7″, Senior, scoring 19.1 points per game
  • Makhi Leach, Toledo Whitmer – 6’3″, Senior, leading with 22.1 points per game

Additional notable mentions from this category include Tyler Kropp, Colin McClure, Evan Gentile, Jayden Crutcher, and Josh Byers.

Division II Shout Outs

Moving on to Division II, Tai Perkins from Westerville North has been awarded Player of the Year, while Nick Lapsevich from North Royalton takes home the Coach of the Year award. Key players in this division feature:

  • Chris Knight, Massillon Washington
  • Tommy Clark, Kings Mills Kings

A Look at Division III

In Division III, it is Marcus Johnson from Garfield Heights who earned the Player of the Year title, with Tom Siegfried from Louisville named Coach of the Year. Key standout players from this division include Jaiden Arnold from Cincinnati Aiken and P.J. Noles from DeSales.

Celebrating Local Athletes

Some notable highlights include:

  • Chaz Coleman, a senior from Warren Harding
  • Jaylen Gunther, a sophomore from Ursuline
  • Owen Hill, a junior from Beaver Local
  • Nick Ryan, a senior from Warren JFK

All four players proudly secured spots on the First Team All-State. Furthermore, Josue Rodriguez from Campbell, Derek Wilson from LaBrae, and Ryen Romigh from Jackson Milton earned commendable Second Team honors. Also recognized were Luke Rohan, Seth Struharik, and Kaiden Kohler from South Range, Columbiana, and Bristol, respectively, each securing Third Team All-State accolades.

More Awards on the Horizon

While Divisions IV, V, VI, and VII recognition is forthcoming, the basketball community in Ohio has already witnessed an incredible display of skill and dedication from both players and coaches throughout the season. These awards, the result of a thorough selection process by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association, truly honor the impressive high school basketball talent that Ohio has to offer.

As excitement continues to build around basketball in Ohio, fans and participants alike look forward to the ongoing growth and achievements in this sports season!

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