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Sharpshooters Rising: Western Kansas Girls Lighting Up the Court

Sharpshooters Rising: Western Kansas Girls Lighting Up the Court
John Kennedy
John Kennedy July 14, 2025 @ 12:33 PM
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Brylee Minnick
Brylee Minnick 5'10" | PF/SG | 2026
KS
Jersi Benisch
Jersi Benisch 5'2" | PG | 2026
KS
Layla Kisner
Layla Kisner 5'5" | PG | 2026
KS
Shamari Lewis
Shamari Lewis 6'0" | PF | 2026
KS
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Several standout athletes from Western Kansas are making their mark with efficient scoring, and all-around impact on the court. From consistent field goal percentages to leadership in high-pressure moments, players like [player_tooltip player_id='544017' first='Shamari' last='Lewis'], [player_tooltip player_id='621259' first='Layla' last='Kisner'], [player_tooltip player_id='773194' first='Jersi' last='Benisch'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1139837' first='Brylee' last='Minnick'] continue to elevate their games. Whether it's through strong performances or anchoring their high school teams, these athletes are proving they deserve a spot on every college coach's radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["544017"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68753f570161c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='544017' first='Shamari' last='Lewis'] blends precision shooting (54% FG), rebounding dominance, defensive activity, and late-game composure into a package that stands out at any level. With size and versatility that threaten mismatches, she's a dynamic scoring threat and on-ball defender. If she continues to develop her perimeter game and leadership, she's positioned to be one of the top prospects in Kansas in her senior year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["621259"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68753f5701680"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='621259' first='Layla' last='Kisner'] is a combative, two-way guard who operates as the engine of Southwestern Heights' offense and defense. Shooting a respectable 39% from the floor, she is a dependable scoring option for the mustangs with great potiential . Her defensive presence and ability to create through quickness make her a game-changer in Kansas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["773194"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68753f57016e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='773194' first='Jersi' last='Benisch'] blends 46% shooting efficiency, over 15 PPG, and elite perimeter defense into a complete floor game. Her scoring efficiency and leadership position her as one of western Kansas's best point guards. As a junior, she was already the engine of Wallace County's attack and defense; her senior season may cement her as a top-tier recruit in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1139837"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68753f570172e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1139837' first='Brylee' last='Minnick'] of Decatur County High School is a versatile and efficient forward/guard shooting 48% from the field. Standing around 5'10”, she creates mismatches with her ability to finish inside, hit mid-range shots, and stretch the floor. A consistent contributor on both ends, she rebounds well, defends with energy, and makes winning plays that don't always show up on the stat sheet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Several standout athletes from Western Kansas are making their mark with efficient scoring, and all-around impact on the court. From consistent field goal percentages to leadership in high-pressure moments, players like Shamari Lewis Shamari Lewis Shamari Lewis 6'0" | PF Liberal | 2026 State KS , Layla Kisner Layla Kisner 5'5" | PG Southwestern Heights | 2026 State KS , Jersi Benisch Jersi Benisch 5'2" | PG Wallace County | 2026 State KS , and Brylee Minnick Brylee Minnick Brylee Minnick 5'10" | PF/SG Decatur County | 2026 State KS continue to elevate their games. Whether it's through strong performances or anchoring their high school teams, these athletes are proving they deserve a spot on every college coach's radar.

Shamari Lewis

Shamari Lewis

KS
PF
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Shamari
Lewis PF
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2026
Height
6'0"
HS
Liberal
|
KS
Sharpshooters Rising: Western Kansas Girls Lighting Up the Court
Shamari Lewis blends precision shooting (54% FG), rebounding dominance, defensive activity, and late-game composure into a package that...
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School: Liberal
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Layla Kisner

Layla Kisner

KS
PG
HEIGHT 5'5"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Layla
Kisner PG
Class
2026
Height
5'5"
HS
Southwestern Heights
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KS
Sharpshooters Rising: Western Kansas Girls Lighting Up the Court
Layla Kisner is a combative, two-way guard who operates as the engine of Southwestern Heights’ offense and defense....
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Layla Kisner

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School: Southwestern Heights
Club: Western Kansas Elite
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Jersi Benisch

Jersi Benisch

KS
PG
HEIGHT 5'2"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Jersi
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2026
Height
5'2"
HS
Wallace County
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KS
Sharpshooters Rising: Western Kansas Girls Lighting Up the Court
Jersi Benisch blends 46% shooting efficiency, over 15 PPG, and elite perimeter defense into a complete floor game....
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School: Wallace County
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Brylee Minnick

Brylee Minnick

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PF/SG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PF/SG
CLASS 2026
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Brylee
Minnick PF/SG
Class
2026
Height
5'10"
HS
Decatur County
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KS
Sharpshooters Rising: Western Kansas Girls Lighting Up the Court
Brylee Minnick of Decatur County High School is a versatile and efficient forward/guard shooting 48% from the field....
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