Basketball

Tulare Union Basketball Crowned County Team of the Year

Historic 31‑5 season, record wins and a eye on the future

The Tulare Union basketball program has been crowned the Tulare County high school boys' sports team of the year for the 2025‑26 season, capping a remarkable campaign that finished with a 31‑5 record.

Coach Hatton’s Milestone

Head coach Mark Hatton added another chapter to his legacy by becoming the Central Section’s all‑time winningest head coach, finishing the season with 597 career victories.

Tournament Triumphs

The team captured two tournament championships, the Andrew Bedoya Holiday Classic and the Polly Wilhelmsen Invitational, and shared the West Yosemite League crown for the second straight year.

Star Performers

Senior forward Brayden Stevenson broke the school’s all‑time scoring record with 1,934 career points, while three‑sport athlete Demaje Riley, a verbal commit to Fresno State football, will return for the 2026‑27 season.

Key contributors including Melvin Lopez, Isaiah Gray, Keanu Kennedy, Jose Romero, Shauntai Kimble and Bob Barnett are expected to anchor the squad next year, giving the team continuity as it aims for another deep playoff run.

Looking Ahead

With a core group set to return and the momentum from a historic season, Tulare Union hopes to translate its recent success into another championship pursuit and perhaps a state title.

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