Adrian's Salenbien, Morenci's Bachelder Reach 1,000-Point Milestone

Two high school girls basketball players in Lenawee County, Michigan achieve rare scoring feat.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Adrian senior Ella Salenbien and Morenci senior Kara Bachelder both scored their 1,000th career points in recent games, joining an elite group of high school basketball players. Salenbien's Adrian Maples secured a 49-40 victory over county rival Clinton, with Salenbien's defense leading the way with 20 team steals.

Why it matters

Reaching 1,000 career points is an exceptional accomplishment in high school basketball, showcasing the skill, dedication, and longevity of these two players. Their achievements highlight the strength of girls basketball programs in Lenawee County and inspire other young athletes to strive for greatness.

The details

Ella Salenbien, a senior at Adrian High School, scored her 1,000th career point in the Maples' victory over Clinton. Kara Bachelder, a senior at Morenci High School, also joined the 1,000-point club in a recent game. Both players have been standouts for their respective teams throughout their high school careers.

  • Ella Salenbien scored her 1,000th point on February 14, 2026.
  • Kara Bachelder scored her 1,000th point in a recent game.

The players

Ella Salenbien

A senior basketball player at Adrian High School who has scored 1,000 career points, a rare feat in high school basketball.

Kara Bachelder

A senior basketball player at Morenci High School who has also scored 1,000 career points, joining an elite group of high school players.

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What they’re saying

“We started out a little slow offensively, but our defense held for all four quarters. We were able to force them into a lot of turnovers, and we had 20 steals as a team.”

— Ella Salenbien (Daily Telegram)

The takeaway

The achievements of Ella Salenbien and Kara Bachelder demonstrate the high level of girls basketball talent in Lenawee County, Michigan. Their 1,000-point milestones inspire other young athletes to pursue their passions and strive for excellence in their respective sports.