The 2025-2026 high school boys basketball season gets underway this week with the official start of the season on Tuesday. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has put together capsules for every team in 6A. Every coach was invited to participate and submit information.
The region rankings are based on coaches preseason projections.
There are two new head basketball coaches in 6A this year: Andre Ashton (Mountain Ridge) and Izzy Ingle (Lone Peak).
Here are the 6A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.
Region 1
1. Davis Darts
Head coach: Chad Sims (12th year).
2024-25 record: 24-3 (tied for first in Region 1 with a 9-1 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Beat Herriman, 75-66, in the 6A championship.
2025 offense: 68 ppg (No. 2 in 6A)
2025 defense: 53.7 ppg (No. 2 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Three
Returning contributors:
- JT Turley, Guard, Sr.
- Tradon Bessinger, Forward, Sr.
- Bode Sparrow, Guard, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Connor Brown, Guard, Sr.
- Dillan Petersen, Forward, Sr.
- Austin Taylor, Guard, Sr.
- Gus Van Brocklin, Forward, Sr.
- Chase Olsen, Guard, Sr.
- Cameron Brower, Forward, Sr.
- Cooper Rigby, Forward, Jr.
Coach comment: Excited for another opportunity to compete against the best players and programs in the state. We will play a tough schedule throughout the season. We are proud of the work our guys have put in this off season. We hope to play our best basketball as a team in February and represent our school and community in a positive way.
2. Layton Lancers
Head coach: Kelby Miller (17th year).
2024-25 record: 21-5 (tied for first in Region 1 with a 9-1 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Davis, 65-59, in the 6A semifinals.
2025 offense: 72.3 ppg (No. 1 in 6A)
2025 defense: 59.2 ppg (No. 8 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Three
Returning contributors:
- Karter Miller, PG, Jr.
- Chase Randall, G, Sr.
- Jack Godderidge, F, Sr.
- Tage Allen, F, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Nic Anderson, G, Sr.
- Isaac Anderson, F, Jr.
- Baylor Brant, F, Sr.
Coach comment: We are looking forward to continuing the great tradition of basketball at Layton High School. The work that the players have put in during the offseason, along with our preseason schedule, will have us ready for region play and beyond. This group likes playing basketball with one another, and it shows on the court. Our team has three returning starters and several others that contributed last year and during the off-season on the varsity level. If players continue to accept and excel in their roles, this should be a successful season at LHS.
3. Syracuse Titans
Head coach: Greg Godderidge (2nd year).
2024-25 record: 11-13 (fourth in Region 1 with a 4-6 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Layton, 73-57, in the 6A second round.
2025 offense: 63.4 ppg (No. 10 in 6A)
2025 defense: 63.3 ppg (No. 15 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Two
Returning contributors:
- Carter Robinson, F/C, Sr.
- Skyler Orton, G, Sr.
- Colton Hoenigman, G, Jr.
- Cohen Godderidge, G, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Bracken Lessey, F, Sr.
- Drake Semrow, F, Sr.
- Nakoy Daw, F, Sr.
Coach comment: Looking forward to a great year of Syracuse basketball. Building on the success from last season with four returning contributors and strong senior leadership, Syracuse is ready to compete.
4. Farmington Phoenix
Head coach: Kasey Walkenhurst (8th year).
2024-25 record: 6-17 (fifth in Region 1 with a 2-8 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 17 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Riverton, 69-59, in the 6A first round.
2025 offense: 54.2 ppg (No. 16 in 6A)
2025 defense: 62.4 ppg (No. 13 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Three
Returning contributors:
- Malakai Tobler, PG, Sr.
- Brycen Rudolph, PF, Sr.
- Chase Hamblin, SF, 2025
Key newcomers:
- Jack Layton, C, Jr.
- Luke Beattie, SF, Sr.
- Isaac Anderson, SG, 2025
- Sawyer Bingham, SG, Sr.
Coach comment: We are looking forward to a fun year. With only two seniors, we will rely on their leadership and rely on the younger guys to continue growing. Playing with consistency will be the key to our season.
5. Weber Warriors
Head coach: Landon Cosby (7th year).
2024-25 record: 14-10 (third in Region 1 with a 5-5 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Lehi, 73-48, in the 6A second round.
2025 offense: 66 ppg (No. 6 in 6A)
2025 defense: 62.8 ppg (No. 14 in 6A)
Returning Starters: One
Returning contributors:
- Derik Bowden, Guard, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Thomas Packer, Guard, Sr.
- Jake Thomas, Guard, Sr.
- Carson Hill, Guard, Jr.
- Beau Potokar, Guard, Jr.
- Ethan Sayer, Forward, Jr.
- Jake Stewart, Forward, Jr.
Coach comment: We have a great group of young men who are ready to compete.
Region 2
1. Bingham Miners
Head coach: Kyle Straatman (7th year).
2024-25 record: 17-8 (third in Region 2 with a 6-4 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 5 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Corner Canyon, 62-52, in the 6A quarterfinals.
2025 offense: 67.5 ppg (No. 3 in 6A)
2025 defense: 61.1 ppg (No. 12 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Three
Returning contributors:
- Luke West, G, Sr.
- Parker Snedaker, G, Sr.
- Lucas Neidig, C, Sr.
- Denzel Peoples, G, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Will Cain, G, Sr.
- Owen Bagley, G, Jr.
- Derek Peterson, G, Jr.
- Logan Goncalves, F, Jr.
Coach comment: We are very excited for this group at Bingham. It may take us some time to gel together because we have two returning varsity football players and haven’t played full strength at all yet with this group. We have a tough group with some great seniors and some very talented younger players who will be in the mix. Our in-state schedule is very difficult but we hope to make a run and a region championship as well as a state championship.
2. Westlake Thunder
Head coach: Nate Carling (12th year).
2024-25 record: 17-8 (tied for first in Region 3 with a 7-3 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Davis, 65-59, in the 6A quarterfinals.
2025 offense: 63.4 ppg (No. 9 in 6A)
2025 defense: 56.3 ppg (No. 4 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Two
Returning contributors:
- Graydin Anderson, G, Sr.
- Malik Sika, G, Jr.
- Slone Su’a G, Jr.
- Walker Jensen, G, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Lincoln Norwood, F, Sr.
- Brody Thompson, F, Sr.
- Caleb Noftle, G, Sr.
- Lincoln Anderson, G, Sr.
- Santi DuShane, C, Sr.
- Kyle Pierce, G, Sr.
Coach comment: After a long run in Region 3, we are excited for the new challenges of competing against the great teams of Region 2. This year’s Thunder team is deep and talented and primed to have another great season. Our success will depend on our ability to rebound and share the ball.
3. Herriman Mustangs
Head coach: Doug Meacham (3rd year).
2024-25 record: 24-3 (first in Region 2 with a 9-1 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Davis, 75-66, in the 6A championship.
2025 offense: 66.3 ppg (No. 5 in 6A)
2025 defense: 53 ppg (No. 1 in 6A)
Returning Starters: One
Returning contributors:
- Carlo Mulford, Guard, Sr.
- Stone Tia, Forward, Jr.
- Kole Worthington, Guard, Sr.
- Brady Ninow, Guard, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Xavier Mulford, Guard, Fr
- Cy Arnell, Forward, Sr.
- Sam Pettit, Guard, Sr.
- Azan Afridi, Guard, Jr.
- Owen Willes, Guard, Jr.
Coach comment: We’ll play a little differently this year with more spacing on the floor, but our focus remains the same — defending, competing and making the right play on offense. This is a great group of guys who enjoy the work.
4. Mountain Ridge Sentinels
Head coach: Andre Ashton (1st year).
2024-25 record: 11-12 (fourth in Region 2 with a 4-6 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Corner Canyon, 65-45, in the 6A second round.
2025 offense: 62.4 ppg (No. 13 in 6A)
2025 defense: 60.7 ppg (No. 11 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Two
Returning contributors:
- Isaac Langston, Guard, Sr.
- Jordan Horsley, Guard, So.
- Spencer Dow, Center, Jr.
- Carter Price, Guard, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Keaton Richardson, Forward, Sr.
- Tyson Horsley, Guard, Sr.
- Dylan Hatten, Guard, Jr.
- Boston Gertsch, Forward, So.
Coach comment: We are looking forward to another season of Mountain Ridge Basketball. Excited to watch these kids play and to see what we can do this year! We have a good mix of senior leadership, and underclassmen who will be playing for the next couple of years.
5. Copper Hills Grizzlies
Head coach: Brian Allfrey (2nd year).
2024-25 record: 12-12 (fifth in Region 2 with a 3-7 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 10 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Westlake, 83-55, in the 6A second round.
2025 offense: 63.4 ppg (No. 10 in 6A)
2025 defense: 64.6 ppg (No. 17 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Two
Returning contributors:
- Isaiah Reiser, Sr., Point Guard, 18.71 ppg, 4 apg, 3 rpg, 1.33 spg
- Jacob Curtis, Sr., Forward, 9.25 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 1.7 apg
Key newcomers:
- Logan Batt, Sr., 6′5, Forward, Athletic, strong wing
- Talan Harrison, Sr., 6′2, Guard, Quick, good shooter,
- Joe Herrera, Sr., 6′0 Guard, Quick, Playmaker, runs the team
- Parker McVey, Jr., 6′3 Foward, will provide scoring punch and rebounding off the bench
- Cameron Wilson, Jr., 6′0 Guard, Energy guy, defensive and shooting
- Eli Mulford, So., 5’So. Guard, Great shooter and backup point guard
Coach comment: We’re really looking forward to this season and the chance to see this group come together. We’re fortunate to bring back two strong starters in Isaiah Reiser and Jacob Curtis. Isaiah averaged about 18.7 points and 4.1 assists per game last year, showing he can both score and create for others. Jacob contributed around 9.3 points and 1.7 assists per game, giving us consistent production and toughness on both ends of the floor.
We’re also excited about our senior leadership — Logan Batt, Talan Harrison, Joe Herrera and Daniel Johnson — guys who know the expectations and are ready to set the tone every day. Off the bench, Parker McVey, Eli Mulford and Cameron Wilson will be key contributors who bring energy and depth, which we feel is stronger than we’ve had in recent years.
Our goal is simple: play hard, compete every night, and do it as a team. We want to play an exciting, unselfish style of basketball that’s fun to watch and represents Copper Hills the right way. Our region is tough, but we’re ready for the challenge and eager to see how far this group can go.
6. Riverton Silverwolves
Head coach: Lance Gummersall (2nd year).
2024-25 record: 8-17 (sixth in Region 2 with a 0-10 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 16 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Herriman, 75-53, in the 6A second round.
2025 offense: 66 ppg (No. 7 in 6A)
2025 defense: 68.6 ppg (No. 18 in 6A)
Returning Starters: One
Returning contributors:
- Beckam Rees, G, Sr.
- Cohen Allred, F, Sr.
- Trey Applegarth, F Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Carter Milbourn, G, Jr.
- Jack MacPherson, F, Jr.
- Bennett Atwood, G, So.
- Hudson Fox, G, So.
- Greyson Howell, F, So.
Coach comment: We have an excited group of fresh faces ready to prove themselves in a region full of challenging teams and a very challenging non-region schedule.
7. Cedar Valley Aviators
Head coach: Blake Pugmire (7th year).
2024-25 record: 8-16 (tied for seventh in Region 7 with a 2-8 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 17 in 5A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Maple Mountain, 66-59, in the 5A first round.
2025 offense: 56.5 ppg (No. 19 in 5A)
2025 defense: 58.3 ppg (No. 15 in 5A)
Returning Starters: One
Returning contributors:
- Carson Stocking, Guard, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Austin Biehl, Forward, Jr.
- Tucker Wright, PG, Sr.
- Logan Smith, C, Sr.
- Dylan Lucas, Guard, Jr.
- Onyx Griffin, Guard, Sr.
- Andrik Enriquez, Forward, Sr.
Coach comment: We only have one returning starter this season, but we’ve got a strong group of seniors and juniors who are ready to step up and play major minutes for us. Moving up in classification will definitely be a new challenge, but it’s one we’re excited to take on. Our region is full of talented teams that will test us every night, and that kind of competition will only help us grow throughout the season.
Region 3
1. American Fork Cavemen
Head coach: Ryan Cuff (8th year).
2024-25 record: 8-17 (tied for fourth in Region 3 with a 4-6 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Davis, 65-63, in the 6A second round.
2025 offense: 52.1 ppg (No. 18 in 6A)
2025 defense: 57.2 ppg (No. 5 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Five
Returning contributors:
- Bryce Mella, G/F, Sr.
- Jax Clark, F, Sr.
- Jax Oyler, G, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Ashton Hucks, G, Sr.
- Dieter Tuitavuki, G/F, So.
Coach comment: We are excited for this upcoming season. This group really loves each other and they have spent a lot of time together. We have great leadership and they are coachable.
2. Lone Peak Knights
Head coach: Izzy Ingle (1st year).
2024-25 record: 15-9 (tied for first in Region 3 with a 7-3 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 6 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Layton, 86-55, in the 6A quarterfinals.
2025 offense: 63.1 ppg (No. 12 in 6A)
2025 defense: 59.4 ppg (No. 9 in 6A)
Returning Starters: One
Returning contributors:
- Crew Fotheringham, G/F, Jr.
- Logan Brimhall, Wing, Jr.
- Camden Broadhead, F/C, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Saxon Young, PG, Jr.
- Jayden Hughes, Wing, Sr.
Coach comment: We have a lot of talented players who are working extremely hard and coming together. If we stay healthy, we have a chance to be really good.
3. Corner Canyon Chargers
Head coach: Dan Lunt (10th year).
2024-25 record: 18-8 (second in Region 2 with a 8-2 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Herriman, 67-63, in the 6A semifinals.
2025 offense: 66.7 ppg (No. 4 in 6A)
2025 defense: 60.2 ppg (No. 10 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Three
Returning contributors:
- Dillon Roberts G, Sr.
- Tyler Mortensen G, Sr.
- Mo Brown, F, Jr.
- Josh Tolman, G/F, So.
- Diesel Dart, G, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Ty Kozlowski, G, 9
- Peyton Torkornoo G, Jr.
- Evan Colarusso, G, Jr.
- Kingston Tapusoa, G, So.
- Drew Liljenquist G, Sr.
- Landon Kjar, G, Sr.
Coach comment: Looking forward to another great year at Corner Canyon.
4. Lehi Pioneers
Head coach: Reed Bromley (2nd year).
2024-25 record: 14-10 (third in Region 3 with a 5-5 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Herriman, 67-63, in the 6A quarterfinals.
2025 offense: 63.9 ppg (No. 8 in 6A)
2025 defense: 58.3 ppg (No. 6 in 6A)
Returning Starters: One
Returning contributors:
- Ashton Shewell, Wing, Jr.
- Trevor Anderson, Wing, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Tuk Howe, Wing, Jr.
- Nate Rosenlof, Wing, Sr.
- Sterling Gunnell, Wing, So.
Coach comment: Excited about the hard work and focus this year’s team has shown throughout the offseason. An inexperienced team who will play hard and play together. Will have to find a way to rebound and defend to be competitive.
5. Skyridge Falcons
Head coach: Jeff Gardner (10th year).
2024-25 record: 12-12 (sixth in Region 3 with a 3-7 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 6A.
2025 postseason: Lost to Lone Peak, 55-44, in the 6A second round.
2025 offense: 56.5 ppg (No. 15 in 6A)
2025 defense: 55 ppg (No. 3 in 6A)
Returning Starters: Four
Returning contributors:
- Joel Gardner, G, Sr.
- Ryder Gentry Point F, Sr.
- Carson Mosteller G, Sr.
- Hunter Sheffield G, Sr.
- Zach Gagon G, Sr.
- Koa Wallwork, G, So.ph
Key newcomers:
- Ripken Roberts F, Sr.
- Tate Nygren F, Sr.
- Cohen Plewe G, Jr.
- Davis Fyans G, Sr.
- Beck Melling G, Sr.
Coach comment: We are excited for the 2025-26 season. Our team has worked hard to get ourselves ready. We return six rotation players from last year and we have had a strong offseason. For us to reach our potential we have to play fast and aggressive on offense and build on our strong team defense. It should be a fun year in 6A.