03 Feb 2024 Ethan Kelley – Wonderview (501 Basketball Team 2024)

Despite replacing all of last season’s starters, Wonderview continues to defy expectations as one of Class 1A’s top teams entering 2024.

As the Daredevils’ sixth man last season, junior guard Ethan Kelley slides into a major leadership role this season as the team strives to avenge last year’s first-round state tournament loss.

“This year, we’re focused on growth, improving team chemistry and strengthening our skills as we push each other to do great things,” he said. “Personally, I’m working hard to correct flaws in my performance and improve as a teammate by making it a priority to be encouraging and supportive on and off the court.”

“Ethan is a tough kid who works hard and doesn’t make excuses,” Wonderview Head Coach Jerod Squires said. “An all-around player, he can score from all three levels and rebounds well for a guard. He is willing to do whatever it takes to help his team achieve success and has the ability to have an All-Conference and even All-State type of season.”

Off the court, Kelley plays baseball and is involved with Beta Club, FCA and FFA. He assists with Daredevils youth athletics and volunteers through RAAD and his youth group at Forte Reach Church in Hattieville.

“Ethan is a high-character young man who is active in his church and helps referee our pee-wee basketball games,” Squires said. “He is a selfless servant leader who is a great role model for our younger students here at Wonderview.”