By Marla Jones, Sports Editor

marla@southerntorch.com

DEKALB COUNTY, Ala.—Two local athletes were selected for the All-State Basketball Team in their divisons.

Hannah Culpepper of Ider was selected as 3rd Team All-State for Class 2A. Culpepper also received All-County and MVP for the All-Dekalb County Team for the 2015-2016 season. Culpepper averaged 17 points and 3 rebounds per game for the season.  She was brought up from the 8th grade to play varsity and has maintained her leadership position thru the years.

Wanya King of Fort Payne was selected as 2nd Team All-State for Class 6A.  King also was named to the All-Area 13 Team for the 2015-2016 season.  He averaged 22 points per game and 10 rebounds per game.

Both players helped their teams advance to area and regional playoffs.