Kansas basketball signee Darryn Peterson named McDonald’s All-American

Darryn Peterson is about to go from the Golden Coast to Brooklyn and join the likes of LeBron James and Kobe Bryant.

The Canton native was named to the 2025 McDonald’s All-American game and will participate in the event April 1 at the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Peterson is one of only 24 players among 700 nominated to play in the game and will become the 52nd member of the Kansas Jayhawks to compete.

The 6-foot-5 guard played his first two years at Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy and then transferred to Huntington Prep in West Virginia before moving to Prolific Prep in Napa, Calif.

He is averaging 23.1 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.9 steals.

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Peterson is the No. 2-ranked guard in the nation by ESPN and 247Sports and is No. 3 according to Rivals.com.

In 2023, Peterson won a gold medal for USA Basketball at the FIBA U-16 Americas Championships, where he averaged 16.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 3.3 steals in earning all-tournament honors.

Exciting news for Kansas basketball fans as incoming freshman Darryn Peterson has been named a McDonald’s All-American! The talented forward, who signed with the Jayhawks earlier this year, has been recognized as one of the top high school basketball players in the country.

Peterson, a 6’8″ standout from Illinois, has shown tremendous potential on the court with his scoring ability, rebounding prowess, and defensive skills. His selection as a McDonald’s All-American is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the game.

Kansas head coach Bill Self and the rest of the Jayhawks coaching staff are thrilled to have Peterson joining their program next season. With his talent and work ethic, he is sure to make an immediate impact and contribute to the team’s success.

Congratulations to Darryn Peterson on this well-deserved honor! Jayhawk fans can’t wait to see him in action next season. #RockChalkJayhawk

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