Massillon Tigers Dominate 2025-26 All-Stark County Boys Basketball Team

The state champion Tigers lead the way on the all-county squad.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:49am

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The Massillon Tigers, fresh off winning the OHSAA Division II state championship, are well-represented on the 2025-26 Canton Repository All-Stark County boys basketball team. The all-county honors include a first team with player bios, a second team, and honorable mentions.

Why it matters

The All-Stark County boys basketball team is a prestigious annual honor that recognizes the top high school talent in the region. Massillon's strong showing reflects their successful season and the quality of their program.

The details

The all-county first team is led by several Massillon standouts, including the team's leading scorer and rebounder. Other first-team selections come from rival schools across Stark County. The second team and honorable mentions also feature a mix of players from the county's top programs.

  • The 2025-26 boys high school basketball season concluded in March 2026 with Massillon winning the OHSAA Division II state title.
  • The Canton Repository released the 2025-26 All-Stark County boys basketball team on April 2, 2026.

The players

Jr. Jackson

A senior guard and the leading scorer for state champion Massillon.

Hunter Hershberger

A senior forward and the leading rebounder for state champion Massillon.

Xavier Williams

A junior guard for Massillon who was a key contributor to the team's state title run.

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What they’re saying

“This group of players really exemplifies the talent and competitiveness of high school basketball in Stark County.”

— Josh Weir, Sports Reporter

The takeaway

Massillon's dominant performance on the All-Stark County team underscores their successful season and the strength of their basketball program, which has emerged as one of the top contenders in Ohio high school hoops.