Dishing Dimes Out West: Kansas 1A Girls Basketball Assist Leaders

When it comes to building a successful basketball team, elite passing often goes unnoticed behind flashy scoring and highlight-reel plays. But the ability to see the floor, find open teammates, and keep an offense flowing is a game-changing skill—and these Kansas athletes have it in spades. From seasoned floor generals to rising stars still carving out their high school legacies, each of these players brings a unique blend of vision, leadership, and unselfishness to the court. Here's a closer look at some of the most talented passers in Kansas girls basketball today.    Jaelyn is an incredibly athletic player, a trait evident in her standout performances across multiple sports. Her speed allows her to separate from defenders with ease, creating space and opportunities in transition. But she's not just quick physically—her court awareness and vision set her apart. She consistently reads the floor well, identifies passing lanes, and delivers the ball to her teammates in scoring position. This was clearly reflected in her sophomore season, where she averaged an impressive 5.6 assists per game.     Natalie has impeccable court vision and sound decision making skills that enable her to see and exploit passing lanes left open by the defense. Her consistent assist numbers reflect her role as a playmaker, and her ability to lead and orchestrate the offense and ensure it runs efficiently are only a small set of skills she possesses. As a member of the Class of 2027, her development as a dynamic point guard with strong passing and defensive skills positions her as a promising talent in Kansas high school basketball.     Taylor is one of those rare talents we have the pleasure of watching develop right before our eyes. While much can be said about her scoring ability, her passing should not be overlooked. She has a natural knack for getting her teammates involved, effectively taking the scoring pressure off herself. It's just another standout skill in an already well-rounded game. With two more years of prep basketball ahead of her, McCarty is poised to become one of the top prospects to come out of western Kansas in recent years.     Camden has shown consistent performances when it comes to distributing the ball and running the offense, fully establishing her as a true floor general. She has an incredible ability to see and deliver crisp passes, creating scoring opportunities for her teammates. With continued growth and two more years of high school basketball ahead, Franklin is poised to become one of the premier point guards in Kansas high school basketball.     Jersi, who early in her career was known for her scoring skills, has really worked to improve her game in all areas. One of those areas is her ability to pass and get other teammates involved. Benisch's progression from averaging 1.75 assists per game as a freshman to 2.9 as a sophomore and now 3.6 as a junior reflects her dedication to enhancing her passing skills. Her consistent improvement and leadership qualities position her as a standout prospect in Kansas high school basketball.

When it comes to building a successful basketball team, elite passing often goes unnoticed behind flashy scoring and highlight-reel plays. But the ability to see the floor, find open teammates, and keep an offense flowing is a game-changing skill—and these Kansas athletes have it in spades. From seasoned floor generals to rising stars still carving out their high school legacies, each of these players brings a unique blend of vision, leadership, and unselfishness to the court. Here's a closer look at some of the most talented passers in Kansas girls basketball today.