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Big Rapids Today
By the People, for the People
Evart Sophomore Jett Reedy Among Area's Top Shooters
Reedy has emerged as a standout player for the Wildcats basketball team this season.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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Evart High School sophomore Jett Reedy has established himself as one of the top shooters in the area, showcasing his skills with a 31-point performance that included 9 three-pointers. Reedy credits his offseason work and experience playing with the high school team during middle school open gyms for his development. The Wildcats have a busy schedule ahead as they prepare for a key stretch of games, and Reedy is optimistic about the team's potential if they play together and focus on defense under new head coach Christian Booher.
Why it matters
Reedy's emergence as a top shooter is an important storyline for the Evart basketball team, which is looking to make a strong push in the final weeks of the regular season. His ability to score in bunches could be a key factor in the Wildcats' success, and his leadership as a sophomore will be crucial as the team navigates a challenging schedule.
The details
Reedy has been putting in extensive work on his shooting, coming in on weekends to get extra practice time. This dedication has paid off, as he recently set a season-high with 31 points, including 9 three-pointers, in a game against Manton. Reedy credits his time playing with the high school team during middle school open gyms as a key factor in his development, allowing him to get comfortable with the speed and physicality of the varsity game.
- Evart enters the final two weeks of the regular season with a 7-9 record.
- The Wildcats have a busy schedule ahead, with games against Pine River on Feb. 11, Roscommon on Feb. 12, and Beaverton on Feb. 13.
The players
Jett Reedy
A sophomore basketball player at Evart High School who has emerged as one of the top shooters in the area, showcasing his skills with a 31-point performance that included 9 three-pointers.
Christian Booher
The new head coach of the Evart High School basketball team, who is working to guide the Wildcats through a challenging schedule in the final weeks of the regular season.
What they’re saying
“The key was putting in all the work.”
— Jett Reedy, Evart Sophomore (bigrapidsnews.com)
“The key is putting up a lot of shots — in practice and coming in on the weekends.”
— Jett Reedy, Evart Sophomore (bigrapidsnews.com)
“I think we can go far if we play together and play good defense.”
— Jett Reedy, Evart Sophomore (bigrapidsnews.com)
What’s next
The Wildcats will look to build momentum in their final stretch of regular season games, with key matchups against Pine River, Roscommon, and Beaverton.
The takeaway
Jett Reedy's emergence as a top shooter for the Evart Wildcats highlights the importance of dedication and hard work in developing as a high school athlete. His ability to contribute on both ends of the floor will be crucial for the team's success in the final weeks of the season.
