News Summary

The city of Wichita has announced its 2025 All-Metro girls basketball team, celebrating the top high school talents from Sedgwick, Butler, and Harvey counties. Players were recognized for their impressive performances, both individually and as part of their teams, with special honors such as Player of the Year awarded to Kendall Brueggen. Other standout talents include Macayla Askew and KaMyra Barber, among many others who have showcased remarkable skills this season. Coaches are also highlighted for their contributions to these athletes’ successes.

Wichita Celebrates the Best of High School Girls Basketball with All-Metro Team

Hey there, basketball fans! It’s that exciting time of the year again when high school hardwood heroes shine brightly! The vibrant city of Wichita has just wrapped up the announcement of the 2025 All-Metro girls basketball team, honoring some truly spectacular players from Sedgwick, Butler, and Harvey counties for the 2024-25 basketball season.

Recognizing Excellence in the Game

This yearly event, now in its 21st year, isn’t just a list of names; it’s a celebration of talent and dedication on the court! To make the cut for the All-Metro team, players were recognized based on a mix of impressive statistical performances, team achievements, postseason honors, and of course, valuable insights from local coaches. The selection process shines a light on not just individual skill, but how those skills contribute to overall team success.

The Star of the Show: Player of the Year

This year, the spotlight shines on Hesston senior Kendall Brueggen, who has been crowned the Player of the Year. Her stellar performance led her team to a respectable third-place finish at the Class 3A state tournament, emphasizing her impact on the game. Scoring an average of 20.4 points this season, she’s not only a standout player but also a Missouri State commit!

More Exceptional Talent in the Spotlight

But wait, there’s more! Let’s dive into some other impressive athletes making waves this season. Derby junior Macayla Askew has put on an absolute show with her team, guiding them to an impressive 21-win season and a trip to the Class 6A state finals. She averaged an outstanding 13.8 points, 9.0 rebounds, and delivered incredible defensive plays throughout the games.

KaMyra Barber, another senior from Heights, also had a phenomenal season leading her 21-win team to third place in the Class 6A finals, averaging 13.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.6 assists! And who could overlook the dynamic talent of sophomore Bella Bouddhara from Andover? She made a killer impact with her 17-point average, helping her team to finish with an impressive 23-2 record!

Stars from All Over

Just when you think it can’t get better, check out Zoey Buckner-Franklin, a sophomore transferring to Kapaun Mt. Carmel who dazzled everyone with an eye-popping average of 23.4 points in her first year at the new school after a 2A title win at Independent. Another name to remember is SaMiyah Ellis, a Heights senior, who hit a jaw-dropping buzzer-beater at the Class 6A tournament while averaging 14.4 points and gaining her first-team all-6A recognition.

The spotlight also fell on Aliyah Green, a towering 6-foot-1 senior from Andover, named the Defensive Player of the Year in AV-CTL Division II. Averaging 13.5 points and 12.2 rebounds shows she’s not just blocking shots but also scoring them! And how about Jaela Thompson, the 5-foot-10 sophomore from Maize South, who earned 3rd team all-5A honors in her first season after transferring with impressive averages of 10.7 points and 5.1 assists.

Coaches Making a Difference

Shout out to the brilliant minds guiding these young athletes! Coach Derek Schutte of Halstead led his team to their first-ever state championship, showcasing how dedication and resilience pay off remarkably on the court! His team overcame challenges to achieve greatness, a real testament to hard work and coaching prowess.

Celebrating Every Star Player

Let’s not forget that the All-Metro team this year is brimming with talent from all around, including stars like Makenna Balzer, Justine Berlin, Mahogany Butler, Paige Corter, and many more, all recognized for their invaluable contributions.

This incredible journey of these high school athletes is always a joy to celebrate. Cheers to all the girls and coaches who’ve made this basketball season one to remember in Wichita! The full list of the 2025 All-Metro girls basketball team is out, ensuring every athlete gets the recognition they truly deserve!

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