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Bluefield Today
By the People, for the People
36 West Virginia High School Boys Named to All-State Basketball Teams
Players from 16 different schools across four classifications recognized for standout seasons
Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:36am
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The All-State basketball team honors the top high school players in West Virginia, showcasing the wealth of talent across the state.Bluefield TodayThe West Virginia Writers Association has selected 36 local high school boys' basketball players to the All-State teams, which include a first team, second team, and honorable mentions. The players come from 16 different schools across the state's four classifications - Class A, AA, AAA, and AAAA.
Why it matters
High school basketball is a point of pride for many West Virginia communities, and making the prestigious All-State teams is a major accomplishment that can lead to college recruitment opportunities for these talented young athletes.
The details
The 36 players selected hail from schools such as Summit Christian, Greater Beckley, Mt. View, Meadow Bridge, Greenbrier West, Wyoming East, Bluefield, James Monroe, Westside, Independence, Midland Trail, Summers County, Liberty, Shady Spring, Greenbrier East, Princeton, Pikeview, Woodrow Wilson, and Oak Hill. They were recognized for their standout performances during the 2025-2026 high school basketball season.
- The All-State teams were selected by the West Virginia Writers Association in April 2026.
The players
Eli Patton
A player for Summit Christian.
Kyler Carpenter
A player for Summit Christian.
Iziah Gordon
A player for Greater Beckley.
Javonte Spencer
A player for Greater Beckley.
Eli Gunter
A player for Greater Beckley.
Jabari Spencer
A player for Greater Beckley.
Tanner Castle
A player for Mt. View.
Shane Ploggeer
A player for Greenbrier West.
Kamden Sams
A player for Greenbrier West.
Trent Roles
A player for Meadow Bridge.
The takeaway
The selection of 36 local high school boys to the prestigious West Virginia All-State basketball teams highlights the depth of talent in the state's basketball programs and the dedication of these young athletes to excel on the court.
