The 2025 All-Kenosha County girls basketball team features several household names and fresh faces ripe for future success.
Bradford advanced to a WIAA Division 1 sectional final as a team and enjoyed a 25-3 record, the most wins in school history. The Red Devils’ Southeast Conference championship was the team’s first since 2005.
While a few teams in the county finished below .500 and struggled to score, St. Joseph (16-9) and Westosha Central (14-12) both had winning seasons.
The illustrious careers of Bradford senior Iyanna Green and Tremper senior Emily Giese have come to a close, but their imprint is once again seen on this year’s all-county squad.
The Red Devils advanced to sectionals, the best finish in the county, but five of the eight teams − Central, Bradford, Tremper, Indian Trail and Shoreland Lutheran − picked up at least one postseason victory.
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Many players suited up for county teams this season, and the Kenosha News sports staff selected first-team, second-team and honorable mention squads from them. Statistics and overall impact weighed heavily, but intangible factors like team success, leadership and the eye test went into the final selections.
Here are the members of the 2025 Kenosha News all-county girls basketball teams.
Player of the Year
Iyanna Green, Sr., Bradford
Green
The leading scorer for a Bradford team that totaled 25 wins, senior Iyanna Green played a key role for the Red Devils this season.
She averaged 16 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 4.2 steals and 1.1 blocks per game, according to WisSports, while earning Southeast Conference Player of the Year honors.
Green said a move from Chicago to Kenosha helped her find more comfort, leading to her development into the player she was this season.
Coach of the Year
Nicole Ferrille, Bradford
Bradford showed plenty of promise last season, but not many expected the level of dominance the Red Devils achieved this year.
Led by coach Nicole Ferrille, Bradford advanced to a WIAA Division 1 sectional semifinal, where it lost to Muskego by 12.
With a 23-5 overall record, the Red Devils were 13-1 in the SEC, good enough to earn a share of the conference crown with Oak Creek. It was the Red Devils’ first conference title in 20 years.
Bradford also won its third consecutive regional championship, and Ferrille helped produce five All-SEC players.
“I’m incredibly honored to be named Coach of the Year,” Ferrille. “This recognition wouldn’t be possible without the support of my amazing coaching staff and the incredible group of girls I had the privilege to coach. I’m so proud of how they carried themselves throughout the season, their trust, commitment, and hard work were truly inspiring. This will definitely be a season to remember.”
Bradford averaged 61 points per game and allowed 39 or less 12 times. Ferrille often deployed a smothering full-court defense to frustrate opponents, and her leadership abilities were on display all season long.
Ferrille has won 18 or more games four straight seasons, possessing a career record of 98-45.
First team
Emily Giese, Sr., Tremper
Giese
The standard bearer of the double-double, Tremper’s Emily Giese has been a menace in the paint her entire career.
Giese’s game advanced to another level in her senior season, and it rubbed off on the Trojans, who went 11-13 overall but played conference champions Bradford and Oak Creek well.
One of the most prolific scorers and rebounders in county history, Giese surpassed the 1,000 milestone for both categories. She led the squad in average scoring (16.7) and rebounding (12.7) for a second straight season.
While the work ethic is there, and Giese doesn’t take any plays off, her natural athleticism shows on the court and on the soccer field, and Tremper coach Lynell Collins considers her the ultimate team-first player.
“Emily is a once-in-a-blue-moon kind of athlete,” Collins said. “She does so many things to help our team win. She rebounds, blocks shots, create turnovers and runs the floor on offense and defense. Emily got double-teamed nightly and still put up a double-double. She dominated games with her athleticism. Emily is also a great teammate. All her team members love playing with her.”
Lily Meo, So., Indian Trail
Meo
Despite a losing record and lack of eye-popping stats, Lily Meo staked her claim as a breakout star for Indian Trail.
She started every game and led the Hawks in scoring with 16.2 points per game and added 3.8 steals per contest.
Meo earned first-team All-Southeast Conference honors and was named player of the game at both the Brookfield Central Thanksgiving Classic and the Holiday Classic at Carthage.
“Lily was a cornerstone of our team’s success,” Indian Trail coach Charles Basaldua said. … “Her consistency, poise, and leadership on the court made her a driving force on a young but talented roster.”
Basaldua said Meo’s personality helped the team stay loose, and her energy is undeniable.
“Beyond the stats, Lily brings an intangible spark to the team,” he said. “On days when practice was tough or frustrating, I could always count on Lily to lighten the mood — often without even trying. She leads not just with her play, but with her personality, making everyone around her better. Lily Meo is an all-around exceptional basketball player.”
Lilly Lackenbach, Jr., Christian Life
Lackenbach
One of the county’s top stat sheet stuffers, Lilly Lackenbach was the heart and soul of Christian Life’s squad.
She averaged a county-best 19.5 points per game and had the county’s most free throws made (87) and blocks (46).
Lackenbach totaled 145 rebounds and was fourth in Kenosha County with 85 steals. She had a season-high 37 points and scored 30 or more five times, adding four double-doubles and one triple-double. Lackenbach was a first-team All-Midwest Classic Conference selection as well.
“Lilly has been an integral part of our program,” Christian Life coach Nathaniel Cessna said. “The girls love and respect her so much. They look to her to lead this team, and she takes the challenge every time head on. We are lucky to have someone like Lilly on our team who shows up and works hard every day, and we are so excited to see what she will do in her senior year.”
Grace Olson, Sr., Shoreland Lutheran
Olson
The Shoreland Lutheran Pacers finished 5-21 this season, but senior Grace Olson still closed her career with a bang.
The team’s leading scorer averaged 17.6 points per game and connected on 47 3-pointers while hitting nearly 70% of her free throws. Olson led the team in steals with 1.7 per contest and added 1.6 assists. She also earned second-team All-Metro Classic Conference honors.
Shoreland coach Kelly Hill said Olson, a captain, did a solid job leading the team on and off the court.
“Grace can be a threat from beyond the arc and did a great job of finishing strong around the rim,” Hill said. “She also did the majority of our ball-handling this season.”
Rihanna Barker, So., Bradford
Barker
A dynamic point guard with everything a team looks for in the position — size, speed, vision, floor leadership and defense — Rihanna Barker took another step forward in her basketball maturation as a sophomore for Bradford.
Barker earned second-team All-SEC honors thanks to 13.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 3.1 steals per game.
“Rihanna was an essential part of our success this season, starting in all 28 games and making a tremendous impact on both ends of the floor,” Ferrille said. “Rihanna’s contributions went far beyond scoring, her versatility and willingness to do whatever the team needed made her the dominate player she was. Whether it was running the point, battling in the post, or playing anywhere in between, Rihanna took on every challenge with determination and heart.”
Kamryn Lecce, Jr., St. Joseph
Lecce
With Kam Lecce, consistency is key — from her scoring to her rebounding to her outside shooting.
And the Lancers were the benefactor last winter.
St. Joseph went 16-9 and won a playoff game thanks to the leadership of Lecce, who led the team in scoring (17.5 points per game), rebounds (10.2), field-goal percentage (52.5), 3-point percentage (40.6%), assists (3.6), steals (2.0) and blocks (0.8).
“Kam is the most consistent player I’ve coached in 25 years,” St. Joseph coach Jason Coker said. “She has all the intangibles – she can defend, rebound, handle the ball, can shoot floaters with either hand, finish through contact and can score from all three levels. She shot 41 percent from beyond the arc. She can see the floor and has an incredible basketball IQ.”
Lecce was named first-team All-Metro Classic Conference and was the team captain for a second year. She also earned Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association Academic All-State honors.
Frankie McLain, Jr., St. Joseph
McLain
Another do-it-all star for St. Joseph, Frankie McLain showed that her ceiling is quite high.
Her ability to score and take over games is elite, as is her size, speed and athleticism.
After a huge junior year in which she was eighth in the Metro Classic Conference with 16.5 points per game, McClain is taking her talents to Ohio, where she will play for Spire Academy.
“We will miss Frank,” Coker said. “She can take over games on both sides of the court at any time. With her height, speed, athleticism and dedication, I am positive that this will not be the last time we hear about Ms. Frankie McClain. She has a very bright future ahead of her.”
A first team All-MCC pick and another WBCA Academic All-State selection from St. Joseph, McClain led the squad in free throw percentage (68.4%) and was second on the team in rebounding (8.0) and assists (3.0).
AJ Minar, Jr., Shoreland Lutheran
Minar
An honorable mention All-Metro Classic pick, Minar averaged 15.6 points and 9.9 rebounds per game.
Minar totaled 14 double-doubles, dominating the paint for the Pacers, and was a team captain alongside Olson.
“She is a workhorse on the court,” Hill said. “She owned the boards and did a great job finishing around the rim. AJ also has a strong take to the rim, which kept improving this season.”
Second team
Lana Mannetter, Fr., Westosha Central
Mannetter
Lana Mannetter made quite the impact in her freshman campaign with Westosha Central.
Mannetter, who has already received an offer to play collegiately at Eastern Illinois University, suffered an injury in February that kept her out the rest of the season.
She still played 14 games, averaging 16.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.9 steals and 1.7 blocks per game. She shot 41% from the field and knocked down 21 3s.
Telisha Brown, Sr., Bradford
Brown
Bradford senior Telisha Brown’s defensive prowess had opponents rattled all season.
Brown was named the SEC Defensive Player of the Year thanks to a school record 204 steals, a whopping 7.3 per game. She was second in the state in steals.
“Telisha’s defensive skills were unparalleled,” Ferrille said. “Her exceptional footwork, speed, and hand-eye coordination made her a nightmare for opposing offenses. Over her four-year career, she had an astounding 424 steals.”
Brown added 7.7 points, 3.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game, earning All-SEC second team honors.
Josie Tenuta, Sr., Tremper
Tenuta
Josie Tenuta capped her career in style.
One of the best shooters in the area, the Tremper standout knocked down 55 3s, including three or more in 11 games, while shooting 36% from beyond the arc. Tenuta added 4.5 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game, finishing second on the Trojans with an average of 13 points per game as well.
A second team All-SEC pick, Tenuta reached the elusive 1,000-point career scoring milestone.
“Josie set the tone for our team this season and was one of our leaders on and off the court,” Collins said. “Josie has been developing her overall game with her handling of the ball more and taking more mid-range shots. She had to guard a big most games playing the 4 (spot) for us, which created some mismatches in games.”
Olivia Lehman, Fr., Wilmot
Lehman
Olivia Lehman made a strong impact for Wilmot in her freshman season.
Despite the Panthers’ 4-21 record, Lehman showed promise for the future, leading the team with 9 points and 7.2 rebounds per game. She scored in double figures 10 times and snatched 10 or more rebounds six times.
Lehman had season highs of 17 points and 14 rebounds.
Alise Keys, Jr., Bradford
Keys
Alise Keys brought a toughness and relentless motor in the paint for the Red Devils.
Keys earned third-team All-SEC honors thanks to consistency on both ends of the floor.
She averaged 9.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.5 steals and 1.7 assists per game for a dominant Bradford squad.
“What makes Alise such a valuable player is her versatility and growing confidence, something that truly set her apart this season,” Ferrille said. “She knocked down 28 3s stretching the floor and becoming a reliable shooter for us. Alise was a key contributor for us this season, proving her ability to impact the game in multiple ways.”
Aaliyah Taylor, So., Indian Trail
Taylor
An SEC honorable mention pick, Aaliyah Taylor showed potential, averaging 10.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, 2.8 steals and 1.8 blocks per game for Indian Trail.
Basaldua said the sophomore had some moments of greatness.
“Aaliyah battled through injuries early and late in the season, but when healthy, her potential is truly unlimited,” Basaldua said. “Midway through the year, when she hit her stride, she was averaging a double-double and playing at an elite level. Her ability to guard multiple positions, block shots, and crash the boards gave us a huge advantage on defense. Offensively, she’s a matchup nightmare … Aaliyah has the potential to be one of the most dominant players in the area.”
Keara Griffin, So., Westosha Central
Griffin
Keara Griffin is carving out her own successful high school basketball career for Westosha Central.
Griffin helped Central to a winning record of 14-12 thanks to her ability to score and rebound. She averaged 10.3 points and six rebounds per game while knocking down a team-high 50 3s.
Defensively, Griffin made her presence felt with 2.2 steals and 0.6 blocks per game.
Honorable mention
Sydney Bandholz, Sr., Christian Life; Gianna Greno, Jr., Indian Trail; Tori Judon, So., Indian Trail; Khalea Cole, So., Bradford; Jada West, So., Tremper; AJ West, Jr., Tremper; Gabriella Sosa-Owens, Sr., St. Joseph; Cardin Johnson, Jr., Westosha Central; Lilah Longrie, So., Westosha Central; Maddy Rosin, So., Wilmot; Taylor Walter, Jr., Wilmot; Kaci Peters, Jr., Wilmot.
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