Jayden Pettus, Springfield News-LeaderMon, December 1, 2025 at 9:01 PM UTC·1 min readAs the 2025-26 academic year marches towards the end of the first semester, high school sports are transitioning from fall to winter.
An exciting season of basketball is already underway for Southwest Missouri, and multiple area athletes are primed for standout seasons. Vote for who you think will be the top boys basketball player this season in the 417.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThis year’s poll features talent from across Southwest Missouri, showcasing players from powerhouse programs and rising contenders alike. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5.
Here’s a complete look at this season’s nominees: Blair Abraham, Jax Baxter, Braxton Bell, Kaiden Blakemore, Ben Meek, Chase Branham, Boone Garrison, Creek Guerin, Bryer Guerin, Kale Gardner, Mason Cogdill, Miles Elliot, Chris Halbrook, Tyler Harrell, Abel Hume, Colton Ingold, Kolby James, Reese Kimrey, Prestin Kinyon, Damon Mahurin, Adam McKnight, Marcus Moore, Titus Moore, Brody Pant, Lucas Peebles, Kylan Pickren, Joelle Rover, Ryder Rowden, Chance Shaffer, Kyrese Simpson, Owen Vaught, Owen Weiss and Cannon Thornhill.
This article originally appeared on Springfield News-Leader: VOTE: Springfield area early-season boys basketball player of the year
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