The annual Thumb Sportswriters Association All-Star Basketball Games returned to Sandusky High School this weekend, drawing a packed crowd of families, coaches and local media eager to witness the region’s top senior talent in action.
Girls' Game Highlights
The West squad edged the East 35-29, with Unionville-Sebewaing’s Layla Bolzman earning MVP honors after a 11-point performance that underscored her poise under pressure.
Molly Walker of Kingston matched Bolzman’s output with 11 points, while Deckerville’s Libby Tank and Sandusky’s Brooke Wendling each contributed eight for the East, keeping the contest tightly contested throughout.
Boys' Game Highlights
The East team pulled away for a 70-61 victory, and Harbor Beach’s Andrew Kabban was named MVP after a 14-point showing that highlighted his all-around skill set.
Skiler Kruse and Benson Harper, also from Harbor Beach, added 11 and 9 points respectively, while Mayville’s Jackson Buhl paced the West with a game-high 15 points and Connor McGarry of Caro chipped in 11.
Three-Point and Dunk Contests
Maggy Keinath of Sandusky captured the girls’ three-point title with 13 points, and Connor McGarry repeated the feat on the boys’ side with 14 points, showcasing a lethal outside shot. The dunk contest concluded with Laker’s Caden Carriveau delivering a series of emphatic slams to claim the championship.
The event not only celebrated individual achievements but also reinforced the depth of talent emerging from the 20 programs represented, promising a bright future for high school basketball in the region.