01 Feb 2025 Kayden Brown – Clinton (501 Basketball Team 2025)

After leading Clinton to the 5-4A North conference title, Kayden Brown and the Yellowjackets surged to the Class 4A state quarterfinals last year before falling to champion Farmington. Back for her senior season, Brown is determined to prove that last year’s success was no fluke.

“This is my last year to play for Clinton, so I want to represent my team by giving it my all every game,” the senior forward said. “By coming to practice and giving 100 percent effort every day, our goal is to win our conference and make a good run at the regional and state tournaments.”

Defensively, Brown has a motor that just won’t stop, capturing the confidence of her teammates and coaching staff.

“Kayden has turned into one of the best rebounders and defenders in our conference,” Clinton Head Coach Matthew Post said. “She’s a great teammate who plays hard with positive contagious energy. I expect her to be a very good defender and present some matchup issues on the offensive end of the floor for our opponents, and I can’t wait to see what she helps our team accomplish this year.”

Brown’s off-the-court contributions are just as impressive. In addition to cheerleading and playing tennis, she is active in Beta Club, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America and Gifted and Talented at Clinton. She can often be found gathering donations for families in need. After high school, she plans to continue playing basketball while pursuing a degree in secondary education.