Bonner-Prendergast’s Korey Francis and Westtown’s Jordyn Palmer were named Mr. and Miss Basketball for the 2025-2026 season.
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The award honors the best male and female high school players in Pennsylvania. Fans, coaches, and the media vote on the awards.
Francis, a junior guard, averaged 21.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.7 steals, while shooting 52.1% from the field, including 35.3% in three-pointers.
Palmer, a junior forward who’s considered one of best players in the nation, averaged 23.2 points, 13.2 rebounds, and 6.4 assists. She also led Westtown to a 28-2 record, and has 1,746 career points and 894 rebounds.
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Other local finalist included junior guard Silas Graham from Haverford School, sophomore forward Colton Hiller from Coatesville, and senior Sammy Jackson from Roman Catholic.
Palmer’s teammate Atlee Vanesko, a senior forward, and junior guard Ryan Carter from Friends’ Central were also finalist.
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