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Tavian Cruse earned second KJCCC D-II Men’s Basketball Player of the Week

The photo shows a basketball game in progress inside an indoor gymnasium. A player wearing a white Johnson County uniform with the number 21 is in the center of the image, jumping and holding a basketball above their head, appearing to take a shot. The uniform features blue and gold accents. In the foreground, there are opposing players in black uniforms with blue trim, one of whom has the number 11 visible on the back. These players seem to be defending against the shot. Another Johnson County player in a white uniform is partially visible on the right side of the image. The background includes a row of people seated along the sideline, likely coaches, staff, and spectators. Behind them is a blue wall with signage that reads “JOHNSON COUNTY CAVALIERS” and “#GOCAVS”, along with the JC logo. The gym has blue bleachers and bright lighting, creating a clear view of the court and players
Tavan Cruse takes a shot from 3-point range.
Posted: Feb 03, 2026

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Johnson County sophomore forward Tavian Cruse helped the No. 3 Cavaliers remain unbeaten by leading the JCCC to three double-digit victories last week and was named the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Division II Men's Basketball Player of the Week for week 12.

Cruse also was selected for the honor in week five.

The sophomore forward produced double-doubles in points and rebounds in all three games to give him 11 double-doubles on the season and 26 for his career, second-most all-time in team history.

Cruse opened the week with 14 points and 10 rebounds in a 91-66 win at Fort Scott before posting a 16-point, 12-rebound double-double two days later in an 81-55 win at Neosho County. Capping the week off with another 14-point, 11 rebound outing, Cruse helped lead the Cavaliers to a 73-62 home win over Allen.