The Newton basketball graduated four seniors from last year’s team taking a good portion of their rebounding and scoring … but also have a trio of experienced seniors returning to lead the team this year. Guard play will be strong for the Indians and a team capable of competing with anyone in the league.
Returning Lettermen
5’10” Senior PG – Luke Cornett – 3 Year Letterwinner (2nd Team WOAC) – Last Year’s Averages – 12.5 PPG, FG 51%, 3PA 27%, 3 Steals per game, 6 Rebounds Per Game
5’9” Senior SG – Rhett Koffer – 3 Year Letter winner – Last Year’s Averages – 6 PPG, FG 37%, 3PA 34%, 2 Steals Per Game
6’ Senior Forward – Isaac Hainline – 2 Year Letter Winner – Last Year’s Averages – 2 PPG, FG 36%, 2 Steals Per Game, 4 Rebounds Per Game
5’9” Junior SG – Trenton Robinson – 2 Year Letter Winner – Last Year’s Averages – 4 PPG, FG 33%, 3PA 33%, 3 Assists Per Game
Key Contributors/Newcomers
5’10” Sophomore SG – Sawyer Hainline – A skilled, physical guard who can knock down shots from deep, drive to the basket with intensity, and has play making ability.
6’3” Sophomore C – Ayden Kane – Skilled Traditional 5 man and back to basket player, big and physical, great IQ of the game and plays with an extremely high motor.
6’Sophomore Forward – Canyon Sink – A skilled forward who can knock down shots off the catch, get downhill to the basket, and play with physicality in the paint.
5’10” Sophomore Guard – Garrison Hughes – A skilled guard will run point at times but will play off the ball most of the time. Good catch and shoot game and creativity on the perimeter. Plays with a high motor and has a high IQ of the game.
Strengths/Keys To Success
Our identity is built on relentless defense and physicality. This team is locked in on one goal — doing whatever it takes to win. We’re at our best when we’re guarding at a high level, attacking the glass, eliminating second-chance opportunities, and taking smart, aggressive shots. We want to make teams uncomfortable for four quarters.
Everything we do is about building habits that show up in big moments. When the game is on the line, you don’t rise to the occasion — you fall back on your training. That’s been the standard this offseason and preseason. This group has embraced the grind — in the classroom, the gym, and the weight room. I love their toughness, their edge, and their fight, and I’m excited to see them bring it every night this winter.
Pre-Season Top Teams
Tri-Village will be a strong contender with the experience and talent they have returning to their program.
Information provided by the coaches.
