Arika Feldman led Little River to its first girls basketball state championship since 1998, finishing a dominant season by helping complete a full-circle moment after back-to-back runner-up finishes.
The 6-foot-2 senior averaged 19 points, 6.4 rebounds and nearly 2 blocks per game, anchoring a team that proved it could compete with anyone, including 6A third place Wichita East.
Feldman leaves Little River with more than 1,400 career points and 500 rebounds while impacting the game on both ends.
“My team and I had an incredible season,” Feldman said. “After getting second the last two years, we knew this was our year. We worked hard, challenged ourselves and were able to cap it off with a state championship.”
The moment was made even more special with legendary Little River coach Shane Cordell in attendance to receive the 2026 Sports in Kansas Legacy Award.
Cordell led the program to four straight state titles from 1995-1998 and a 91-game winning streak, connecting past and present for the program. Cy Rolfs also earned 1A-I COY from SIK.
Feldman was also a Sports in Kansas Top 5 All-Classes selection and adds this honor to an already incredible multi-sport career, including two-time KVA volleyball Player of the Year honors while leading Little River to four state titles under Kim Rolfs.
“Arika Feldman is one of the most impactful multi-sport athletes in Kansas,” said Chet Kuplen of Sports in Kansas. “To cap it with a basketball state title and Player of the Year shows the level she’s at. “
Committed to Fort Hays State, Feldman leaves behind one of the most decorated careers in Little River history.
