By Blake Chadwick
Maize’s Alec Grill is part of one of the most respected basketball families in the state. His father, who is the head coach at Maize High, played at Wichita State, his mom played at Butler Community College, his oldest brother Caleb has played at Iowa State, UNLV and Missouri. His middle brother, Kyle, who graduated in 2022 plays at Fort Hays State, and now, Alec has the opportunity to carry on the family legacy and become the next in the family to play college basketball.
Growing up in a basketball-centered family, Grill has always been immersed in the game. Whether attending his brothers’ games or watching his dad coach, basketball has been a constant presence in his life, shaping his passion and dedication to the sport.
The senior has been playing varsity ever since his sophomore year and has gotten better every year, being named to the second team all-league last year, he has his sights set on something a little more this season.
“My personal goal is just to improve on every aspect of my game trying to become the best player I can,” Grill said. “As a team I think we have a great chance of winning the league and going onto place top three at state.”
With nearly everyone returning, this upcoming season, a championship is definitely on the front of the mind of Grill, especially as it is the last time his father will be coaching him.
“Playing basketball for my dad is the best experience I could ask for,” Grill said. “Everyone thinks that it would be harder, although he is harder on me than any other coach I have ever had, everything he does or says is making me better.”
