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20 players land on All-Area Second Team
Brainerd, Aitkin, and Pillager lead the way with multiple selections
Mar. 21, 2026 at 1:24pm
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The Brainerd Dispatch has announced its All-Area Second Team for girls basketball, featuring 20 players from across the region. Brainerd, Aitkin, and Pillager each had multiple players selected, highlighting the depth of talent in the area.
Why it matters
The All-Area teams recognize the top high school basketball players in the region, showcasing the hard work and skill of these student-athletes. Making the Second Team is a significant accomplishment, as it demonstrates a high level of performance throughout the season.
The details
The Second Team is headlined by Brainerd's Cora Clough, who led the area with a 39.2% 3-point shooting percentage. Aitkin and Pillager each had four players selected, while Little Falls, Pequot Lakes, Pine River-Backus, Staples-Motley, and Wadena-Deer Creek also had representatives. The players selected demonstrated a well-rounded skill set, contributing points, rebounds, assists, and defensive stats for their teams.
- The All-Area teams were announced on March 21, 2026.
The players
Cora Clough
A senior guard from Brainerd who led the area with a 39.2% 3-point shooting percentage.
Kate Palm
A sophomore guard from Aitkin who finished with 287 points, 154 rebounds, 79 assists, and 45 steals.
Kacie Kaiser
A junior forward from Aitkin who finished with 341 points, 268 rebounds, 14 assists, 26 steals, and 18 blocked shots.
Eva Kalis
A sophomore forward from Aitkin who finished with 247 points, 197 rebounds, 39 assists, 33 steals, and 12 blocked shots.
Adah Williams
A sophomore guard from Aitkin who finished with 154 points, 62 rebounds, 47 assists, and 30 steals.
The takeaway
The depth of talent showcased on the All-Area Second Team highlights the competitive nature of high school basketball in the Brainerd region. These players have demonstrated their dedication and skill, and their recognition is a testament to the strong basketball programs in the area.
