Hopkins County Central's Addie Menser reaches 1,000 career points

Sophomore star leads Lady Storm to regional quarterfinal win

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Addie Menser, a sophomore basketball player for Hopkins County Central High School, reached a major milestone on Tuesday by scoring her 1,000th career point in the Lady Storm's regional quarterfinal win over Hopkinsville. Menser had a standout performance in the game, helping her team advance in the tournament.

Why it matters

Reaching 1,000 career points is an impressive feat for any high school basketball player, especially a sophomore. Menser's accomplishment highlights her exceptional talent and potential, and will likely generate increased attention and excitement around the Lady Storm's postseason run.

The details

Menser, a 5'10" guard/forward, scored 28 points to lead Hopkins County Central to a victory over Hopkinsville in the regional quarterfinals. With this performance, she surpassed the 1,000-point mark for her career, an impressive milestone typically not reached until a player's junior or senior season.

  • Menser scored her 1,000th career point on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
  • The Lady Storm defeated Hopkinsville in the regional quarterfinal game on March 3, 2026.

The players

Addie Menser

A 5'10" sophomore guard/forward for the Hopkins County Central High School Lady Storm basketball team.

Hopkins County Central High School

A public high school located in Madisonville, Kentucky that fields the Lady Storm basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“Reaching 1,000 points as a sophomore is an incredible accomplishment. Addie has worked so hard to develop her game, and it's paying off in a big way for our team.”

— Todd Griffin, Reporter (yoursportsedge.com)

What’s next

Menser and the Lady Storm will continue their postseason run, facing the winner of the Muhlenberg County vs. Owensboro Catholic regional semifinal game on Friday, March 6.

The takeaway

Addie Menser's 1,000-point milestone at such a young age showcases her exceptional talent and bright future in the sport of basketball. Her performance is helping to drive excitement and momentum for the Hopkins County Central Lady Storm as they pursue a deep playoff run.