Camden Franklin Camden Franklin 5'6" | CG Rawlins County | 2027 State KS is a well-rounded guard that is continuing to elevate her game every time she steps on the court. I had the chance to watch her compete during club ball this summer, and while her ball-handling and ability to facilitate stood out, it’s her defense that stood out. Camden brings relentless energy to the defensive end, locking down opposing guards, jumping passing lanes, and making life difficult for anyone she guarded. Her handles are sharp, and she consistently looks to create for others, showing great court awareness and willingness to share the ball. She is a competitor through and through, and she’s setting herself up for a strong upcoming season.

Camden Franklin Camden Franklin 5'6" | CG Rawlins County | 2027 State KS of Rawlins County, playing this summer for Magic Basketball , already known for her elite passing and defensive abilities—continued to impress at the 2025 Kansas Roots Summer Smash. Her high basketball IQ, speed, and relentless effort were on full display throughout the event. Franklin consistently disrupted passing lanes, racking up steals that often turned into fast-break opportunities. She has the ability to stay low in a defensive stance and move laterally with quickness making her one of the top defensive guards in her class. She also excels at initiating transition offense, using her vision and decision-making to turn defense into easy points. As she enters her junior season, Franklin is poised to be a defensive menace for opposing teams. Coaches looking for a guard who can impact the game on both ends of the floor should keep a close eye on her development.

Camden has already earned recognition for her elite defensive skills and passing abilities, which were previously highlighted in our coverage of western Kansas. But it is becoming increasingly clear that she is just as dangerous on the offensive end. Her scoring ability continues to cause problems for defenses in western Kansas, making her a pure two-way threat and a cornerstone for any team’s success.

Camden, has rapidly emerged as one of Kansas’ premier defensive talents. Her exceptional ability to disrupt opposing offenses and generate turnovers has been a cornerstone of the recent run by Rawlins County over the course of two years. She is quick and has great instincts and anticipation leading to steals that translate into buckets for her team off of transition. Camden is also a leader in other statistical categories. The next two years should be exciting for her as she continues to improve and get more opportunities.

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.