Independent All-Area Boys Basketball Teams Announced

The Independent All-Area boys basketball teams were announced on Saturday, with Dawson-Boyd, Russell-Tyler-Ruthton, and Tracy-Milroy-Balaton leading the way with two selections each. Dawson-Boyd’s Brayson Boike and Drew Hjelmeland were standout performers, with Boike breaking the program scoring record and Hjelmeland dominating on the defensive end with his shot-blocking prowess.

Murray County Central’s Bryce Hoekman led the area in blocks, showcasing his defensive presence in the paint. Russell-Tyler-Ruthton’s Drew Werkman continued to impress with his scoring and rebounding abilities, while junior Chase Christianson had a breakout season as the most efficient scorer on the All-Area team.

Tracy-Milroy-Balaton saw a significant improvement in their record this season, thanks in part to the efforts of Trevor Smith and Alex Munson. Smith led the area in scoring, while Munson contributed in multiple facets of the game with his scoring, assists, and rebounding.

Red Rock Central’s Isaac Simonson rounded out the All-Area first-teamers with his dominant rebounding and scoring performances. Simonson’s achievements include surpassing the 1,000-rebound mark in his career and setting the Red Rock Central rebounding record.

Junior guards Alex Franson of Marshall and Hudsen Jenniges of Westbrook-Walnut Grove were also recognized for their contributions, with Jenniges impressing with his scoring and rebounding numbers, and Franson leading the Marshall Tigers in scoring and steals.

Overall, the Independent All-Area boys basketball teams showcase the talent and hard work of these standout players from the area schools, highlighting their skills on both ends of the court and their contributions to their respective teams’ success.