McDonald’s All-American Game – Nominees

Overview

The McDonald’s All-American Game nominees were recently announced. The game first tipped off for the girls in 2002. The 2019 edition will take place on March 27 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The game will follow its traditional double header format, with the girls tipping off first. The final rosters will be announced on January 24 at 3PM. They will be selected by a combination of coaches and media.

Michigan And The McDonald’s All-American Game

Michigan is one of the most underrated states in terms of producing girls basketball talent. That being said, there isn’t a ton of history between Michigan girls prep basketball and the McDonald’s All-American Game. That needs to change this year as the state brings 13 qualified nominees to the table. Michigan deserves to have multiple players dressed for the game in March.

Here are the previous athletes from Michigan chosen to play in the McDonald’s All-American Game:

Tiffanie Shives (2005, Lansing Christian)

Destiny Williams (2009, Benton Harbor)

Madison Williams (2010, Detroit Country Day)

2019 Michigan Nominees

Julia Ayrault Julia Ayrault 6'2" | SF Grosse Pointe North | 2019 State MI  (6’2″, Wing, Grosse Pointe North)

Ayrault is a matchup nightmare with outside-in skills. She is recognized for her dominant defense.

Alona Blackwell Alona Blackwell CG East Kentwood | 2019 State MI  (G, East Kentwood)

Blackwell is one of the most dangerous shooters in Michigan from behind the arc.  She has sneaky good ball handling skills.

Dynasti Dowell (5’11, SF, Muskegon)

Dowell is an explosive scorer who can get hot. She rebounds well on defense and can push the ball in transition.

Adrian Folks Adrian Folks PF Detroit Country Day | 2019 State MI  (F, Detroit Country Day)

Folks is an excellent scorer in the paint. She’s a solid post defender that has a knack for creating chaos.

Laya Hartman Laya Hartman 5'10" | SG Okemos | 2019 State MI  (5’10″, SG, Okemos)

Hartman is a multi level scorer who can create her own shot. She is an aggressive defender that can apply pressure.

Rickea Jackson Rickea Jackson 6'2" | SF Detroit Edison | 2019 State MI  (6’2″, Wing, Detroit Edison)

Jackson is probably the toughest 1-on-1 player in the country. It’s difficult to find a weakness in her game and she may go down as one of the top players in the history of the state.

Alexis Johnson Alexis Johnson 5'11" | PF Southfield A&T | 2019 State MI  (5’11″, F, Southfield A&T)

Johnson is very physical and tough athlete. She is excellent on the glass and is always a double-double threat.

Moira Joiner Moira Joiner 5'9" | PG Saginaw Heritage | 2019 State MI  (5’9″, PG, Saginaw Heritage)

Joiner takes pride in her physicality. She can play anywhere on the floor and could play up to 3 positions at the next level.

Jasmine Powell Jasmine Powell 5'8" | PG Detroit Country Day | 2019 State MI  (PG, Detroit Country Day)

Powell is a fast player who controls the pace of the game. She plays through contact and gets to the free throw line.

Olivia Russell Olivia Russell 6'0" | SG Avondale | 2019 State MI  (6’0″, SG, Avondale)

Russell can light up a scoreboard on the offensive end. She’s creative with the dribble and is an excellent long range shooter.

Jeanae Terry Jeanae Terry 5'11" | CG Wayne Memorial | 2019 State MI  (5’11″, CG, Wayne Memorial)

Terry is an energy player who brings a spark to her team. She’s a natural scorer with great court vision.

Del’Janae Williams Del’Janae Williams CG Detroit King | 2019 State MI  (G, Detroit Martin Luther King)

Williams is a go to scorer for her Martin Luther King squad. She’s a great defender who uses her quick feet and athleticism.

Alyza Winston Alyza Winston 5'8" | PG Muskegon | 2019 State MI  (5’8″, PG, Muskegon)

Winston thrives in an up tempo game. She’s an excellent ball handler and a prolific passer in both a half court set and transition.