Over the course of the week, local high school basketball teams competed in tournaments, while other sports concluded their regular seasons. Throughout the competition, numerous local athletes had impactful performances for their teams. Here are this week’s Journal-World Athletes of the Week:

Jada Baars, Lawrence

Baars stepped into a starting role for the first time this year during the Capital City Classic, in which the Lions placed fourth of eight teams. Baars did a little bit of everything for the team, and was lauded by teammates and coaches for her ability to defend, facilitate the offense and hit open shots.

photo by: David Rodish/Journal-World

Jada Baars looks to pass against Shawnee Mission West on Thursday, January 30, 2025 in the Capital City Classic in Topeka.

Grayson Hagen, Free State

Hagen became the first-ever Free State wrestler to achieve 150 career wins over the weekend during the Andover Invitational. He won all five of his matches to win the 165-pound weight class.