Birdville’s Avery Webb (left), North Crowley’s Trey Hall (middle) and Mansfield Summit’s Jaxon Sneed are members of the Star-Telegram’s 2025-26 All-Area Team.

Birdville’s Avery Webb (left), North Crowley’s Trey Hall (middle) and Mansfield Summit’s Jaxon Sneed are members of the Star-Telegram’s 2025-26 All-Area Team.

Miles Meador

Special to the Star-Telegram

Introducing the 2025-26 Fort Worth Star-Telegram All-Area High School Boys Basketball Team. Check out the first, second and third teams, as well as honorable mention.

Individual awards such as Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Newcomer of the Year and Coach of the Year will be released throughout the week.

(Note: Award winners do not appear on the first, second or third teams.)

All-Area First Team

Trey Hall, Senior F, North Crowley

Hall was a monumental force on both ends for the Panthers in a Class 6A Division I state championship season. He averaged 14.4 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.0 blocks per game. He was named the District 3-6A Offensive Player of the Year, earned Texas Association of Basketball Coaches all-state and all-region honors and was nominated for the McDonald’s All-American Game.

North Crowley forward Trey Hall blocks a shot from a San Antonio Brennan player in the Class 6A Division I state championship game March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. North Crowley forward Trey Hall blocks a shot from a San Antonio Brennan player in the Class 6A Division I state championship game March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Miles Meador Special to the Star-Telegram

Avery Webb, Senior G, Birdville

Webb was a versatile offensive weapon, averaging 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists per game while taking the Hawks to the 5A Division I state semifinals. He earned District 6-5A Offensive Player of the Year honors and was named to the TABC all-state and all-region teams. Webb will continue his basketball career at Division II St. Mary’s University in San Antonio.

Birdville’s Avery Webb dribbles around a Frisco Heritage defender in a Class 5A Division I state semifinal March 10 at Hebron High School in Carrollton. Birdville’s Avery Webb dribbles around a Frisco Heritage defender in a Class 5A Division I state semifinal March 10 at Hebron High School in Carrollton. Isaac Ruiz Birdville High School/Courtesy to the Star-Telegram

Caleb Harris, Senior G/F, Eaton

Harris earned District 4-6A co-MVP recognition after averaging 14 points and 6 rebounds per game. His consistent production on both ends earned him TABC all-state honors, and he led the way to Eaton’s first district championship, the program’s most wins in a season (28) and the 6A Division I regional semifinals.

Jonathan Williams, Senior G, Mansfield Timberview

Williams stuffed the stat sheet with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists per contest en route to TABC all-state honors. He shot 36% from distance, leading the Wolves to a 28-6 record.

Mansfield Timberview guard Jonathan Williams (2) turns the corner on Mansfield Summit guard Mason Williams (0) during the first half of a UIL boys basketball game at Mansfield Timberview High School in Arlington, Texas, Tuesday Feb. 10, 2026. Mansfield Timberview guard Jonathan Williams turns the corner on Mansfield Summit guard Mason Williams during the first half Feb. 10 at Timberview. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Jaxon Sneed, Senior G, Mansfield Summit

Sneed was a two-way force for Summit in a 5A Division II championship season, averaging 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists per game en route to District 8-5A Offensive Player of the Year honors. He was named to the TABC all-state and all-region teams and was selected to the 5A Division II all-tournament team.

Mansfield Summit guard Jaxon Sneed makes a pass as a Beaumont United defender reaches his hand out in the Class 5A Division II state championship game March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Mansfield Summit guard Jaxon Sneed makes a pass as a Beaumont United defender reaches his hand out in the Class 5A Division II state championship game March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Miles Meador Special to the Star-Telegram

Alex Barther II, Senior G/F, North Crowley

Barther played a huge role in the Panthers’ run to the 6A Division I state championship, sacrificing individual stats for team success. He averaged 12.6 points, 1.5 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks per game en route to TABC all-region honors. He served as a team captain and was also nominated for the McDonald’s All-American Game.

North Crowley forward Alex Barther II pumps his fists in celebration as the clock winds down in the Class 6A Division I state championship game against San Antonio Brennan on March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. North Crowley forward Alex Barther II pumps his fists in celebration as the clock winds down in the Class 6A Division I state championship game against San Antonio Brennan on March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Miles Meador Special to the Star-Telegram All-Area Second Team

Jacoby Lovings, Senior G, Kennedale

Lovings capped a decorated career by averaging 15 points and 4 assists per game. A two-time District 12-4A MVP, he also earned all-region and all-state recognition in back-to-back seasons.

Kennedale guard Jacoby Lovings (right) looks for an opening against Alvarado guard Brendyn Webb during the first half Jan. 13 at Kennedale. Kennedale guard Jacoby Lovings (right) looks for an opening against Alvarado guard Brendyn Webb during the first half Jan. 13 at Kennedale. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram

Eli Paez, Junior G/F, Brock

Paez led the Eagles in scoring, rebounding and blocks while averaging 18.8 points, 7.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 3.2 steals and 1.3 blocks per game on 55.2% shooting. He reached the 1,000-point career milestone in just two varsity seasons and earned District 6-4A co-MVP honors. He was named to the TABC all-region and all-state teams.

Brock’s Eli Paez shoots over Fort Worth Dunbar’s Dreyon Crear in a Class 4A Division II area playoff game Feb. 26 at Aledo. Brock’s Eli Paez shoots over Fort Worth Dunbar’s Dreyon Crear in a Class 4A Division II area playoff game Feb. 26 at Aledo. Armando Lutz Courtesy to the Star-Telegram

Jaelon Germany, Senior G, Crowley

Germany was a consistent offensive presence for Crowley, averaging 18.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game en route to TABC all-region honors.

Onie Lewis IV, Junior SG, Mansfield Lake Ridge

Lewis averaged 14.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 2 steals per game while shooting 49% from the field. He earned District 3-6A co-Offensive Player of the Year honors, first-team all-district recognition and was named to the TABC all-region team.

Jesse Mutombo, Junior G, Chisholm Trail

Mutombo led Chisholm Trail in nearly every statistical category, averaging 17.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 2.8 steals per game. His impact on both ends of the floor earned him District 5-5A Defensive Player of the Year honors, along with first-team all-district recognition.

Steven Reynolds III, Senior SG, Arlington Martin

Reynolds was a dynamic offensive force for Martin, averaging 16.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game while shooting 44% from the field and 71% from the free-throw line. He was named District 8-6A Offensive Player of the Year and earned a spot on the TABC all-region team. He was also nominated for the McDonald’s All-American Game.

All-Area Third Team

Javon Ross, Senior SG/SF, Mansfield Summit

Ross anchored the Summit defense and averaged 8 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals per game. He was named the District 8-5A Defensive Player of the Year and earned TABC all-region and all-state honors. He helped power the Jags to a 5A Division II state title.

Mansfield Summit guard Javon Ross goes up for a layup over the arms of a Beaumont United defender in the Class 5A Division II state championship game March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Mansfield Summit guard Javon Ross goes up for a layup over the arms of a Beaumont United defender in the Class 5A Division II state championship game March 14 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Miles Meador Special to the Star-Telegram

King Taylor, Sophomore G, FW Southwest

Taylor averaged 15 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks per game. He was named District 8-4A MVP and earned first-team all-district and TABC all-region recognition.

Chandin Davis, Senior G, FW Southwest

Davis was a steady contributor for Southwest, averaging 14 points, 4 assists, 3 steals and 2 rebounds per game. His playmaking and defensive activity earned him first-team all-district and all-region honors.

D’Mauri Evans, Senior G, Colleyville Heritage

Evans averaged 15 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game en route to first-team all-district and TABC all-region honors.

DJ Driver, Senior G, Birdville

Driver was the defensive cornerstone of a Birdville squad that reached the 5A state semifinals, averaging 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 steals per game. He was named District 6-5A Defensive Player of the Year and earned TABC all-region honors.

Birdville guard DJ Driver screams in celebration after the Hawks defeated Denton 50-49 in a Class 5A Division I regional final March 6 at Flower Mound. Birdville guard DJ Driver screams in celebration after the Hawks defeated Denton 50-49 in a Class 5A Division I regional final March 6 at Flower Mound. Miles Meador Special to the Star-Telegram

Kaeden Grant, Senior G, FW Arlington Heights

Grant was extremely productive for Heights, averaging 20.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.8 steals per contest. He earned TABC all-region honors.

Jesse Mikus, Senior SF, L.D. Bell

Mikus closed out his Bell career as one of the area’s top performers, averaging 13.5 points and 5 rebounds per game. He earned co-MVP honors in District 4-6A and was named to the TABC all-region squad.

L.D. Bell forward Jesse Mikus (20) passes the ball out of a Byron Nelson double team during the first half of a boys UIL basketball game between Byron Nelson and L.D. Bell at L.D. Bell High School in Hurst, Texas, Friday Feb. 06, 2026 Hurst L.D. Bell forward Jesse Mikus (20) passes the ball out of a Trophy Club Byron Nelson double-team during the first half Feb. 6 at L.D. Bell. Bob Booth Special to the Star-Telegram Honorable Mention

Townes VanHuysen, Aledo

MJ Boyd, Arlington Grace Prep

Zoderick Green, Arlington Seguin

Keyaun Williams, L.D. Bell

Jacoby Boxell, Brock

Mason Williams, Burleson Centennial

Romejo Waits, Byron Nelson

Ellis Mitchell, Covenant Classical

Kingston Willis, Crowley

Kent Kelly Jr., Eaton

Evan Bosch, Eagle Mountain

Brennan Barton, FW Benbrook

Anthony Elizondo, FW Diamond Hill-Jarvis

Brenden “BJ” Baker, FW Southwest

Braylen Fridia, Lake Worth

Caden Shaver, Mansfield

Roman Dulin, Mansfield Lake Ridge

Brian Waters, Mansfield Timberview

Kole Dortch, Richland

Riley McCoart, Southlake Carroll

Andrew Treichler, Southwest Christian

Jayden Johnson, White Settlement Brewer


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