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Reidsville Today
By the People, for the People
Dionte Neal named 2025-26 MaxPreps North Carolina High School Basketball Player of the Year
Repeat selection led Reidsville to fourth consecutive state title game appearance.
Mar. 16, 2026 at 10:35pm
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Dionte Neal, a 5-foot-9 senior guard from Reidsville, North Carolina, has been named the 2025-26 MaxPreps North Carolina High School Basketball Player of the Year. Neal led the Rams to a 23-2 record and an appearance in the Class 4A state championship game, averaging 34.7 points, 8.1 assists, 6.0 steals, and 4.4 rebounds per game while shooting over 60% from the field.
Why it matters
This is the second consecutive year that Neal has been named the MaxPreps North Carolina Player of the Year, cementing his status as one of the top high school basketball players in the state. His impressive stats and leading his team to the state title game further solidify his legacy as a dominant player.
The details
In the state championship game, Neal scored a game-high 38 points in an 83-68 loss to Salisbury. He finished his high school career with 2,739 points, 1,103 assists (No. 16 all-time), and 645 steals (No. 10 all-time). Neal also led the Reidsville football team to the Class 4A state title this season, accounting for 2,405 total yards and 36 touchdowns while recording seven interceptions on defense.
- Dionte Neal was named the 2025-26 MaxPreps North Carolina High School Basketball Player of the Year on March 16, 2026.
- Neal led the Reidsville Rams to the Class 4A state championship game in the 2025-26 season.
The players
Dionte Neal
A 5-foot-9 senior guard from Reidsville, North Carolina, who was named the 2025-26 MaxPreps North Carolina High School Basketball Player of the Year.
Reidsville Rams
The high school basketball team that Dionte Neal led to the Class 4A state championship game in the 2025-26 season.
What’s next
Dionte Neal will be considered for inclusion in the MaxPreps All-America Team, which is scheduled to be released in April 2026.
The takeaway
Dionte Neal's selection as the 2025-26 MaxPreps North Carolina High School Basketball Player of the Year is a testament to his exceptional talent and leadership on the court. His impressive stats and ability to lead his team to the state championship game solidify his status as one of the top high school basketball players in the state.
