Elementary boys players of the week (tournament)

The 2025 Warren County 3–5 grade boys basketball season will be remembered for everything that makes this league special - packed gyms, passionate fans, emerging talent and coaches who poured their hearts into teaching the game. What began in September as a brand-new era for county basketball ended in November with Boyd hoisting the championship trophy at Dibrell Elementary, closing a season filled with rivalries, redemption stories and remarkable growth across every program.

Each night brought a new highlight. Boyd’s up-tempo offense and unbreakable chemistry made them the team to beat, while Bobby Ray’s physical defense and deep roster kept the Stars in the hunt to the very end. Hickory Creek’s Conley brothers electrified crowds with their hustle and grit, Centertown stayed consistent behind its sharp-shooting backcourt, Dibrell was able to pick up some hardware as District 2 regular-season champ and West turned a play-in berth into a magical postseason run powered by Camden Chadwell’s leadership.

Across the county, players found their footing, learned to trust their teammates, and gave fans a glimpse of the future of Warren County basketball - a future that looks incredibly bright.

Every team had its moment, and every player had a hand in making this first full season of 3–5 grade basketball something special. From buzzer-beaters to defensive duels, this league showed what youth sports are truly about: growth, teamwork and community.

The Main Street Journal is proud to honor the best from the postseason with the Players of the Week — a final celebration of those who rose to the occasion when it mattered most. This recognition is made possible thanks to our amazing sponsors: Dos Marias Street Food, Crisp Springs Market, Prince HVAC, Grissom Underground, Crisp Springs Fireworks, Sara Beth Collins with Tree City Realty, Family Care Clinic and Hot Corner Cards.

Boyd – Ryder Reed

Reed capped his legendary elementary career with a 21-point championship performance and a semifinal outing where he powered the Broncos past a surging Hickory Creek squad. He reached the 800-point milestone and earned Tournament MVP honors to finish one of the greatest runs in league history.

Bobby Ray – Braylen Locke

Locke was massive in Bobby Ray’s postseason run, scoring 11 in the championship game and delivering clutch bursts in both the semifinal win over West and the final versus Boyd. His scoring, poise and consistency made him the engine of the Stars’ trip to the title game.

Hickory Creek – Branch Conley

No player impacted more late in games than Conley. He scored 13 points in a quarterfinal comeback win over Centertown and followed with 11 in the third-place game. Whenever Hickory Creek needed a bucket, he delivered.

West – Camden Chadwell

Chadwell carried West from the play-in round all the way to the semifinals. He scored 17 in the upset over Dibrell, added six in the semifinal against Bobby Ray and continued to be the heartbeat of the Wizards’ late-season surge.

Centertown – Bryce McGee

McGee led the Warriors with 10 points in their tight quarterfinal loss to Hickory Creek. His early scoring helped Centertown build a lead, and his tournament performance capped a season where he emerged as one of District 2’s strongest offensive threats.

Dibrell – Jeb Culwell

Culwell was steady and clutch all tournament. He scored six in the quarterfinal battle with West and was consistently the Wildcats’ most reliable scorer in big moments, giving Dibrell a chance in every outing.

Eastside – Oaklen Hutchison

Hutchison fought hard in a brutal quarterfinal matchup with the top-seeded Broncos, leading Eastside with nine points. His fearlessness against elite defenders stood out and proved he’ll be a major building block for the Bulldogs.

Morrison – Trey Hawkins

Hawkins gave the Eagles a spark in their postseason showdown with Bobby Ray, tying for the team lead with six points. His steady scoring and leadership helped push Morrison into a competitive finish to their season.

Irving College – Gannon Powers

While the Tigers weren't able to battle out of the play-in game against West Elementary, Irving College can still come out of the year knowing it has some hope for the future with its young guards. Powers can help light up the scoreboard in the future.