Lely Radio Sports Page Highlights Local Basketball Stars

Coverage includes Pella High, Pella Christian, and Knoxville High alumni

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Today's Lely Radio Sports Page features a spotlight on Pella High School basketball senior Curtis Wilkinson, a recap of the Pella Christian basketball team's post-district final performance, and a "Where Are They Now" segment with Knoxville High School Athletic Hall of Fame inductee Joel Johnson.

Why it matters

The Lely Radio Sports Page provides in-depth coverage of local high school sports, shining a light on the achievements of student-athletes in the Pella and Knoxville communities and keeping listeners engaged with their hometown teams.

The details

The Lely Radio Sports Page segment includes a profile on Pella High School basketball player Curtis Wilkinson, who has been a standout for his team this season. The show also recaps the recent post-district final performance of the Pella Christian basketball team. Additionally, the "Where Are They Now" feature catches up with Joel Johnson, a former Knoxville High School athlete who was recently inducted into the school's Athletic Hall of Fame.

  • The Lely Radio Sports Page airs at 8:00am, 1:00pm, and 4:00pm on KNIA/KRLS radio.

The players

Curtis Wilkinson

A senior basketball player at Pella High School.

Pella Christian Basketball Team

The boys' basketball team from Pella Christian High School.

Joel Johnson

A former Knoxville High School athlete who was recently inducted into the school's Athletic Hall of Fame.

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The takeaway

The Lely Radio Sports Page provides valuable coverage of local high school sports, highlighting the achievements of student-athletes and keeping the community engaged with their hometown teams.