For the second consecutive year, Kade Moffitt has earned a coveted spot on the Globe's All-Area first team, cementing his legacy as one of the region's premier guards. The Edgerton senior, a four-year starter for the Flying Dutchmen, capped a stellar career by leading his team in scoring for the third straight season. This year, he poured in 594 points, averaging 22 per game, while also topping the team in rebounds. Moffitt's high school career concludes with over 1,800 points, 653 rebounds, 412 assists, and 193 steals across 117 varsity games, showcasing the all-around skill set that makes a complete modern guard. A true floor general with deep range and the ability to create his own shot, he led Edgerton to a solid 16-11 record this season.
Meanwhile, Tyler Metzger proved that elite athleticism translates across sports. Already a football standout, Metzger was a dominant force on the hardwood for Hills-Beaver Creek. The versatile forward averaged 17 points, seven rebounds, and five assists, powering the Patriots to a remarkable 30-3 record and the school's first-ever Class A state championship. His impact was never greater than in the state tournament, where he averaged a double-double of 19 points and 11 rebounds, including a massive 22-point, 13-rebound performance in the title game against Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton. Metzger will take his talents to the University of Sioux Falls to play football next.
Overcoming a significant setback, Drew Voss's season was a testament to resilience and skill. After missing the first 11 games due to a football injury, the Jackson County Central star returned to earn his second All-Area first-team selection. The dynamic guard averaged 18.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.1 assists, leading the Huskies to the Section 3AA title. He saved his best for last, averaging 20 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists in the state tournament consolation games to secure a fifth-place finish. A University of Minnesota football commit, Voss leaves as one of the most accomplished multi-sport athletes in his school's history.
The tradition of excellence at Southwest Minnesota Christian continues with standout guard Carter Hoftyzer. A sharpshooter with a scorer's mentality, Hoftyzer averaged an impressive 22.5 points per game this season, demonstrating a lethal combination of perimeter shooting and crafty drives to the basket. His ability to stretch defenses and create offense was pivotal for the Eagles, making him one of the most exciting and consistent offensive threats in the area and the latest in a long line of top-tier talent from the program.