Lexington, KY – March 2025
This past weekend, the high school division of the Elite 8 Tournament delivered electric performances, thrilling matchups, and standout talent from across the region. When the dust settled, it was the CKY Cavs who stood tall, taking home the championship and solidifying themselves as a powerhouse in this year’s tournament.

Led by a dominant trio—Conner Morguson, JJ Jenkins, and Jamal Johnson—the CKY Cavs controlled the tempo all tournament long with their aggressive defense and fluid team offense.

The Elite 8 All-Tournament Team featured top performers who made major impacts for their respective squads:

Conner Morguson (CKY Cavs)

JJ Jenkins (CKY Cavs)

Jamal Johnson (CKY Cavs)

Justin Montgomery (Heat Check)

Levi Shanklin (Heat Check)

Tristan Carter (Lex Thunder)

Michael Whiting (L4G)

Hunter Dalton (Hoyas Elite)

The Connect Basketball League’s Elite 8 continues to provide a premier platform for talent to shine, and this year’s high school boys division proved no different. Congratulations again to the CKY Cavs and all the athletes who made this event one to remember.