The 2025–26 girls basketball season in the OK Conference and Alliance League is set to bring fresh storylines, rising stars, and renewed energy across the league. Programs such as Mona Shores, Reeths-Puffer, Spring Lake, Muskegon, Fruitport, and Western Michigan Christian enter the new campaign with a mix of experienced leaders and emerging young talent ready to step into larger roles. With fast-paced play, strong senior cores, and several underclassmen expected to make immediate impacts, the conference is shaping up to be highly competitive from top to bottom. Fans can expect tight battles, evolving identities, and plenty of must-watch matchups as these teams begin their pursuit of growth, consistency, and postseason success.
MONA SHORES SAILORS
Mona Shores enters the 2025-26 season with a clear goal: compete every night and grow 1% each day. With a veteran core and promising newcomers, the Sailors expect to be right in the mix near the top of the OK Green once again.
Returning Starters
The Sailors bring back a strong nucleus led by two highly experienced seniors:
- Laynie Russell (Sr.) – Four-year varsity player and vocal on-court leader.
- Maddie Russell (Sr.) – Four-year varsity contributor known for physicality and leadership.
- Kamryn Scott (Jr.) – Emerging guard who earned significant minutes as a sophomore and is poised for a major leap.
Newcomers/New Players
Two freshmen guards are expected to contribute immediately:
- Malia Delasko (Fr.) – Strong ball handler with scoring potential.
- Gabi Koziak (Fr.) – High-energy guard who will see meaningful minutes early.
Season Outlook
Team chemistry is strong early, even with the roster still taking shape. Shores expects major tests against Reeths-Puffer and Muskegon, as well as a December appearance in the Cornerstone Holiday Tournament. With leadership at the top and young talent at the guard spots, Mona Shores has all the tools to remain a contender.
SPRING LAKE LAKERS
Spring Lake returns a balanced mix of experienced starters and high-impact contributors as the Lakers aim to push toward the top half of the OK Green. With athletic guards and strong interior defense, this is a team set up to surprise opponents.
Returning Starters & Key Contributors
- Kloe George (Soph., G) – Strong downhill finisher, excellent defender, relentless rebounder.
- Baylee Andree (Jr., G) – Lightning quick guard with scoring ability and three-point range.
- Lexi Baker (Jr., G) – Tough guard with ball-handling strength and defensive tenacity.
- Alex Botbyl (Sr., C) – Interior anchor with 31 blocks last season, strong rim protector.
- Peyton Hein (Jr., F) – Skilled stretch-forward who can score inside and from deep.
Newcomers/New Players
Spring Lake returns nearly all of its key rotation pieces, giving the Lakers valuable continuity.
Season Outlook
Team chemistry is a strength — this group has played together for years and it shows. The Lakers face a brutal schedule, including matchups with Kenowa Hills, Big Rapids, Grand Haven, Holland Christian, West Catholic, Mona Shores, Hart, Unity Christian, Zeeland West, and Zeeland East. If they navigate the gauntlet, Spring Lake could be one of the most tested teams in the area come postseason.
REETHS-PUFFER ROCKETS
Reeths-Puffer enters the 2025-26 season with energy, enthusiasm, and a commitment to team-first basketball. The Rockets emphasize unselfish play, continuous growth, and high-intensity competition as they work to take a major step forward this year.
Returning Starters
A strong core leads the charge:
- Ashlyn David (Jr.) – Second Team All-Conference player with scoring ability and leadership.
- Raquel Walker (Soph.) – First Team All-Conference standout, dynamic playmaker.
- Abrianna Do
- Grace Tindall
- Jaslynn Kops
- Trinity Moore
This group brings toughness, chemistry, and resilience — vital traits for pushing through a competitive OK Green schedule.
Newcomers/New Players
- Mariyana Spears – Physical post presence and strong finisher inside.
- Addison Mitchelson – Perimeter scoring threat with defensive intensity.
- Olivia Ambler – High-IQ point guard and elite on-ball defender.
Season Outlook
The Rockets expect chemistry, communication, and defense to define their identity. Their defense-first mindset aims to create transition opportunities and fuel the offense. Big matchups include Muskegon, Mona Shores, and Caledonia, with R-P eager to test itself against top-tier competition. This could be one of the most improved teams in the conference.
MUSKEGON BIG REDS
Muskegon enters the season looking to climb above the .500 mark and return to consistent contention in the OK Green (6-4 OK Green, 11-12 overall). Known for athleticism, aggressive defense, and strong guard play, the Big Reds are positioned to push the conference’s top teams.
FRUITPORT TROJANS
Fruitport looks to build on a competitive season in the OK Silver by improving its consistency and developing more scoring options (6-8 OK Silver, 8-16 overall). The Trojans showed flashes of strong play last year and enter the new season aiming to take the next step as a steady contender.
WESTERN MICHIGAN CHRISTIAN WARRIORS
Western Michigan Christian enters the season after an impressive 12-5 campaign, finishing with one of the highest winning percentages among local independent programs. The Warriors traditionally play a challenging schedule and use that to sharpen their postseason readiness.
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