Hiland's Miller, Hillsdale's Ferguson Share WDR's Boys Basketball Player of the Year

Sophomore and senior point guards led their teams to the state tournament

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:29am

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The Wooster Daily Record has named Hiland senior Alex Miller and Hillsdale sophomore Jayden Ferguson as the co-Boys Basketball Players of the Year. Both point guards were instrumental in leading their teams to the state tournament in Dayton, Ohio.

Why it matters

The Wooster Daily Record's Boys Basketball Player of the Year award is a prestigious honor that recognizes the top high school talent in the region. Earning this accolade is a significant achievement that can boost a player's profile and open up opportunities for their future.

The details

Miller, a senior, and Ferguson, a sophomore, were both standout point guards who directed their teams' offenses and played key roles in their deep playoff runs. Miller helped guide Hiland to the state tournament, while Ferguson led Hillsdale to the same feat.

  • The Wooster Daily Record announced the co-Players of the Year on April 6, 2026.

The players

Alex Miller

A senior point guard for the Hiland High School basketball team.

Jayden Ferguson

A sophomore point guard for the Hillsdale High School basketball team.

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The takeaway

The shared Player of the Year award highlights the depth of talent in the Wooster area's high school basketball scene, with both an experienced senior and a rising sophomore earning the top individual honor.