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Port Huron Today
By the People, for the People
Blue Water Area girls basketball stars earn all-state honors
Yale's Sadie Dykstra and Marysville's Lily Connors named to Michigan Sports Writers all-state teams.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 9:16pm
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The all-state selections of Sadie Dykstra and Lily Connors highlight the exceptional talent and competitive spirit of girls basketball in the Blue Water Area.Port Huron TodaySeveral standout girls basketball players from the Blue Water Area were recognized on the 2026 Michigan Sports Writers all-state teams. Yale's Sadie Dykstra and Marysville's Lily Connors were both named to the prestigious squads after leading their teams to successful seasons.
Why it matters
High school basketball is a point of pride for many communities, and earning all-state recognition is a significant achievement that showcases the talent and hard work of these young athletes. The Blue Water Area has a rich history of producing top-tier girls basketball talent, and these latest all-state selections continue that tradition.
The details
Sadie Dykstra, a senior at Yale High School, was named to the all-state second team after an outstanding season. Dykstra shattered several school records and led the Bulldogs to a deep playoff run. Lily Connors, a junior at Marysville High School, was selected to the all-state third team following her dominant performance on the court.
- Dykstra was previously named to the all-state second team as a junior.
- The 2026 Michigan Sports Writers all-state teams were announced on April 16, 2026.
The players
Sadie Dykstra
A senior at Yale High School who was named to the 2026 Michigan Sports Writers all-state second team after an outstanding season.
Lily Connors
A junior at Marysville High School who was named to the 2026 Michigan Sports Writers all-state third team.
What they’re saying
“Sadie has worked so hard to improve her game, and it's great to see her efforts recognized at the state level. She's been a true leader for our team.”
— Jill Dykstra, Yale High School girls basketball coach
“Lily has been a dominant force on the court all season long. We're proud of her accomplishments and can't wait to see what she does next year.”
— Mike Connors, Marysville High School girls basketball coach
What’s next
The all-state teams will be honored at a special ceremony on May 1, 2026.
The takeaway
The recognition of these talented Blue Water Area girls basketball players on the Michigan Sports Writers all-state teams showcases the depth of basketball talent in the region and the hard work and dedication of these student-athletes.
