Prep Girls Hoops 2022 W.Va. All-State Teams

CLASS AAAA FIRST TEAM [player_tooltip player_id="153371" first="Dionna" last="Gray"], Huntington, PG, Sr., 5-4 (Captain) - Here’s the great thing about [player_tooltip player_id="153371" first="Dionna" last="Gray"]: She’s remains cool, calm and <img class="size-medium wp-image-392904 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/Dionna-Gray--scaled-crop-1904x1251-1645831594-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" />collected in any situation. No matter what the task, team, or venue, she’s always ready to go. That may seem obvious, given as she’s going to Kent State. It’s not just that she’s a future Division I player though, she’s fierce. She’s thoroughly prepared, knows how to hurt you, and goes about executing in a cold and calculating fashion. Just look at her final stat line from this season: 17.5 ppg, 4.7 rpg, 2.9 apg, 2.4 spg. [player_tooltip player_id="153375" first="Imani" last="Hickman"], Huntington, PF, Sr., 5-9 - Just call [player_tooltip player_id="153375" first="Imani" last="Hickman"] a queen-of-all trades. That fits exactly what she does on the basketball court. Need her to score points? Done. Need her to rebound? No problem. Assists, steals and blocks aren’t really irking, either. She does all of them efficiently and she’s quick enough to jump out of the block and guard 2s and 3s. She did it all for the Highlanders during their run to a second straight championship: 9.7 ppg, 8.4 rpg, 2 apg, 2 spg, 1 bpg. [player_tooltip player_id="342221" first="Alexis" last="Bordas"], Wheeling Park, SG, Fr., 5-8 - Talk about quite the freshman debut. Bordas nailed her inaugural year as a member of the Wheeling Park Patriots. There’s no doubt about it. <img class="size-medium wp-image-398788 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/03/Bordas-4-233x300.jpg" alt="" width="233" height="300" />Oh me, oh my. In reality, Wheeling Park’s baseline goals didn’t include Bordas establishing herself as the lead scorer. No, a team that featured many young players and a plethora of veterans yielding to a freshman may have been too insane. Then again, this is one of the premier programs in the state we are talking about. Perhaps it was a goal, all along. She ended up excelling all the same. From the minute she started against John Marshall to the moment she walked off the court against Morgantown in a state semifinal, the young lady rolled on and on. Yes, oh, yes. Overall, she scored 20.6 points, pulled down 6.2 rebounds, grabbed 2.1 assists, and swiped 3.2 steals per game. [player_tooltip player_id="153413" first="Jazmyn" last="Wheeler"], Cabell Midland, PF, Jr., 6-1 - Jaz Wheeler played a pivotal role in the Knights’ return to Charleston. She gave head coach Matt Atkins and company a scoring and rebounding force many teams just couldn’t handle. Thanks to her bulk and ability to move around the floor, she caused havoc wherever possible. Mostly, her damage came around the basket and on the block. All told, she put up 13.8 ppg, 10 rpg, and 1.7 apg. [player_tooltip player_id="153410" first="Jayda" last="Allie"], Cabell Midland, SG, Jr., 5-7 - [player_tooltip player_id="153410" first="Jayda" last="Allie"] complimented teammate Jaz Wheeler, well. <img class="size-medium wp-image-375326 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/01/Jayda-Allie.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" />She was the outside threat to Wheeler’s inside threat. It didn’t stop there, though. Teammate [player_tooltip player_id="379497" first="Sophi" last="Aldridge"] further put teams in a bind with her ability to stop and pop for a shot. So, many teams were left without a double team to put on Allie. She took advantage with a great junior season of 15.6 ppg, 3.1 rpg, and 4.4 apg. Her shot came out fast and smooth, and she didn’t need a lot of time to get it off. She’s definitely a shooting guard that will play at the next level. [player_tooltip player_id="342214" first="Sofia" last="Wassick"], Morgantown, PG, Jr., 5-8 - All the young talent on Morgantown needed a conduit to focus energies through during the run to Charleston. [player_tooltip player_id="342214" first="Sofia" last="Wassick"] filled that role with aplomb. All year long, the Mohigans’ point guard made sure everyone got the ball and a young team stayed focused on their defensive mission. Whether she talked to her teammates during timeouts or during free throw attempts, she was always teaching. At times, it was about defense, but at other times she gathered information an opponent. She then used that info with head coach Jason White in order to form an attack, then executed said plan. [player_tooltip player_id="379495" first="Finley" last="Lohan"], George Washington, CG, So., 5-10 - George Washington’s impossible dream of a return to the state tournament after losing four starters started and ended with [player_tooltip player_id="379495" first="Finley" last="Lohan"]. <img class="size-medium wp-image-379076 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/01/Finley-Lohan-148x300.jpg" alt="" width="148" height="300" />Either she responded to the challenge of leading a young team, or the Patriots were sunk. Or far worse, they were facing one long and miserable campaign in the Mountain State Athletic Conference. Or not. Lohan brilliantly rose to the occasion every evening. Slotted in at point guard and assigned an opposing team’s best offensive player, she never missed a beat. Opponents regularly didn’t meet their scoring averages against her, while she found a whole new side of her game in the three-point shot. Combined with her defense and shooting, the Patriots rallied around her and punched a ticket to Charleston. On the year, Lohan scored 14.4 ppg, pulled down 5.7 boards, and grabbed 3.8 assists, 2.0 steals and 3 blocks per contest, while shooting 44% from the field. [player_tooltip player_id="153406" first="Talayah" last="Boxley"], Capital, SF, Sr., 5-8 - Boxley put all her tools together during her senior year while leading her team to Charleston. Alongside Natalyia Sayers and [player_tooltip player_id="153419" first="Kyra" last="Brown"], the Cougar formed one of the parts of the big-time play trio. On the year, she scored 13.7 points per game, pulled down 10.2 rpg, and gathered up 1.3 assists, 2.1 steals and 1 block per contest. SECOND TEAM [player_tooltip player_id="342234" first="Olivia" last="Bolduc"], Spring Mills, PG, Fr., 5-5 [player_tooltip player_id="153414" first="Brilynn" last="Florence"], Parkersburg, SG, Jr., 5-6 [player_tooltip player_id="153424" first="Cadence" last="Stewart"], Greenbrier East, SG, Jr., 5-7 [player_tooltip player_id="153392" first="Natalyia" last="Sayles"], Capital, PF, Sr., 5-9 (Captain) Gabby Reep, Bridgeport, CG, Jr., 5-7 [player_tooltip player_id="342235" first="Lily" last="Jordan"], Morgantown, F, So., 6-0 Skyler Bosley, Parkersburg South, PG, Sr., 5-8 [player_tooltip player_id="384008" first="Kilah" last="Dandridge"], Spring Mills, SF, Fr., 5-9 CLASS AAA FIRST TEAM [player_tooltip player_id="153372" first="Peyton" last="Ilderton"], Logan, CG, Sr., 5-7 (Captain) - Ilderton is the kind of player any coach would love on her team. <img class="wp-image-153461 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2020/03/Peyton-Ilderton-e1583963991826-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="169" height="169" />She isn’t bothered by physicality and doesn’t mind taking the ball to the rack. She hits a high percentage of her free throw shots, so those hard fouls don’t go to waste. She finishes strong more often than not, so she usually earns her team a free point. She also is a lockdown defender who rarely requires double-team help. She is the best team player who always encourages and loves her teammates. All of that came into play this year as she averaged 21 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and four steals per contest. [player_tooltip player_id="153399" first="Meredith" last="Maier"], Fairmont Senior, C, Sr., 6-0 - Meredith <img class=" wp-image-380425 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2020/07/Meredith-Maier-scaled-crop-1920x1261-1643138578-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="183" height="120" />is a multi-talented post-player who isn’t confined to the block. She’s comfortable bringing the ball up the floor and can work out on the wing. She reliable hits 3s, but if she sets up down low it is all over. Her height, strength and ability to handle the ball make her a lethal post player. She reliable hits bunnies, floaters and can step up and nail a shot from the foul line extended or the 10 footers where there’s no backboard for safety. [player_tooltip player_id="153370" first="Marley" last="Washenitz"], Fairmont Senior, PG, Sr., 5-9 - She <img class=" wp-image-153452 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2020/03/Marley-Washenitz-e1624022425873-300x210.jpg" alt="" width="196" height="138" />continues to be one of the most dynamic players in the state. If she were a baseball player, Washenitz would be as close to a five-tool player as you can get. She shoots, she’s strong, she overpowers many defenders, she’s fast, and she’s motivated to prove everyone who doubts her wrong. A lot of that was on display this season and she averaged a near triple-double, while dealing with her recruitment from West Virginia falling apart through no fault of her own. [player_tooltip player_id="153385" first="Hannah" last="Perdue"], PikeView, SG, Sr., 5-7 - Perdue is a kid who comes to play no matter the time, place or location. She showed that this entire year. Tasked with leading PikeView through Class AAA’s Region III, she did just that. Perdue steered the Panthers to a state tournament berth. Once in Charleston, she played a huge part in an overtime upset of Nitro. She played the same way she’s played all year. She’s a player who is more of a street baller because that’s just how it has to be. She’s rough around the edges, but a sound basketball player in the basics. The fact she remains unsigned by an NCAA Division II program is shocking. [player_tooltip player_id="379505" first="Kenly" last="Rogers"], East Fairmont, SG, So., 5-7 - Rogers just makes plays. She doesn’t mind going up against some of the best defenders and players in the state. She’s confident in her skills and regularly makes big scoring nights part of her routine. Usually, she’s scoring 25 points or more to help a young East Fairmont team grow and learn. For the entire season, she scored 20.8 points per game, with 4.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 3 steals per game. [player_tooltip player_id="153426" first="Olivia" last="Toland"], North Marion, CG, Jr., 5-9 - As far as reliability and dependability go, Toland is among the tops in the state. She can run either the point guard or shooting guard, though her strengths are best used as a shooting guard. She’s a tall kid who gets her shots up quickly and has a knack for scoring. Her length allows her easy access to the lane and driving layups, or she can stand out on the perimeter and drain 3s. [player_tooltip player_id="379522" first="Brooke" last="Adkins"], Wayne, PG, Fr., 5-8 - This young lady is a solid point guard prospect who brings many different pieces to the table. She’s a facilitator who rebounds, steals and plays good defense. Her length gives her many different options on the floor. No matter who the opponent, she can mix and match her abilities to suit the opponent on the opposite side of the jump ball. During her freshman season, she showed that against a mix of top and middle-tier competition. [player_tooltip player_id="375427" first="Sophie" last="Nichols"], Ripley, SF, So., 5-10 - Nichols is a <img class=" wp-image-381895 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/01/Sophi-Nichols-202x300.jpg" alt="" width="84" height="125" />long and lanky kid that brings so much to the floor from the moment of the first tip. She can cover a lot of ground on the way to the rim, in transition, or in defense with her long legs. She scores from all three levels, which is what everyone wants to see. She senses the moment but always plays up to her high standard. She’s a kid who works hard and isn’t afraid to put in the extra work. On the year, she tallied 16 points, 3 boards, 2 assists, 2 steals, and one block per game. SECOND TEAM Maddy Broadwater, Keyser, SF, Sr., 5-8 Izzy Blomquist, Hampshire, PG, So., 5-6 [player_tooltip player_id="153402" first="Jasmine" last="Tabor"], Wayne, PF, Sr., 5-9 [player_tooltip player_id="398436" first="Halle" last="Crouse"], Logan, SF, Fr., 5-8 [player_tooltip player_id="153389" first="Katlyn" last="Carson"], North Marion, C, Sr., 5-10 (Captain) [player_tooltip player_id="384095" first="Kynna" last="Britton"], Sissonville, G, Fr., 5-10 Emily Lancaster, Nitro, Post, Sr., 6-0 [player_tooltip player_id="153386" first="Emily" last="Starn"], Fairmont Senior, PG, Sr., 5-4 CLASS AA FIRST TEAM [player_tooltip player_id="153374" first="Leslie" last="Huffman"], Parkersburg Catholic, CG, Sr., 5-10 <img class="size-medium wp-image-375205 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/01/Leslie-Huffman-scaled-crop-1440x945-1642013757-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" />(Captain) - [player_tooltip player_id="153374" first="Leslie" last="Huffman"] is a great defender, who also happens to be a great scorer. It’s true. Contrary to popular belief, the two can come together into one being. Huffman proves that again and again and again. It’s been especially true these last three years. Oh, and it’s apparent again at the end of this season. Facing her final ride, the Crusaderette powered her team, with a yeoman’s effort on both sides of the ball, to a state championship. Night in and night out, she did a little bit of everything, and it helped bring the Crusaderettes their tenth state title. On the year, she recorded 24 points, 7.6 rebounds, 6.6 assists, and 6.7 steals per game, while shooting 51% from the field. Lainie Ross, Parkersburg Catholic, PF, Sr., 5-11 - Ross is a tough player who brings a competitive and feisty attitude to the floor. She’s not afraid to bang down low, play intimidator, or dish out a little punishment when need be. On top of her outlook, her lanky and long body allows her to be the aggressor down low more often than not. She bangs inside, but often squeeze into spaces for rebounds at the last minute and doesn’t need to battle. Her speed also allows her to beat the rest of the players down the floor for easy layups. She shot 61% from the field this season, while averaging 12 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 3.1 steals per game. Addie Davis, St. Marys, PG, Fr., 5-7 - Strength is the first thing that comes to mind when talking about St. Marys’ Addie Davis. <img class="size-medium wp-image-398356 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/03/Addie-Davis.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" />How can it not be? For a freshman, she’s built a thick body that allows her access to areas of the game many point guards don’t have. She relies on her build in powering through opponents and finishing at the rim, often times drawing an and-one for her efforts. She also fires outlet passes full court that are on target and give her a good weapon in the transition game. For a first-year high school player, she shows a lot of things coaches can look forward to in a few years. During her inaugural season, she averaged 10 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 3.5 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game. Maddie Clark, Wyoming East, G, Jr., 5-7 - Clark definitely stepped up this year and showed a game college coaches should be excited about. She took the scoring and point guard torch and ran with it. She helped pilot the Warriors back to the state championship game with totals of 14.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 42. steals per game. She used a game that features a lot of grit and grind. She’s not the tallest, but she’s smart on the floor and knows how to use that basketball IQ to her advantage. [player_tooltip player_id="153427" first="Rebekah" last="Rupert"], Ritchie County, PF, Jr., 5-11 - [player_tooltip player_id="153427" first="Rebekah" last="Rupert"] fuels Ritchie County’s girls’ basketball engine. <img class="wp-image-378008 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/01/12-10-20-RC-Rupert-1100x738-1-228x300.jpg" alt="" width="174" height="230" />She’s the catalyst that powers and powers and powers the Rebels with her consistency and competitiveness. That goes double for the 2021-22 season. In a year second leading scorer [player_tooltip player_id="154943" first="Sophie" last="Nelson"] dealt with health issues early on, Rupert unveiled an upgraded game complete with ball-handling and a 3-point shot. It helped head coach Dave McCullough space the floor and find room for his athletes to work inside. It also let Nelson come back at full strength. Rupert scored and played just about everywhere in the multi-faceted attack. Her length causing big problems inside. On the year, she compiled 16.2 points, 10 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 4.4 steals, and 2.7 blocks per game. [player_tooltip player_id="379528" first="Addie" last="Smith"], Mingo Central, PG, Fr., 5-5 - When talking about scoring machines around the state, there are a few names that come to mind. <img class="wp-image-386209 alignright ls-is-cached lazyloaded" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 276px) 100vw, 276px" srcset="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 300w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 1024w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 768w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 1536w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 2048w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620-600x400.jpg 600w" alt="" width="276" height="184" data-src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg" data-srcset="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 300w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 1024w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 768w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 1536w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620.jpg 2048w, https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6620-600x400.jpg 600w" />Huffman, Ilderton, Washenitz, Baird and Gray top the list. One kid many people may not have heard of but deserves inclusion? Smith. Yes, the Mingo Central Miner may not be the tallest, but she’s certainly among the most talented scorers in the state. Keep in mind, leading the Miners isn’t easy. Her mother leads the team and Addie’s mistakes can sometimes be magnified. She certainly holds herself to a higher standard. She often puts her head down and gets on herself after a turnover. However, that doesn’t affect her scoring. Her footwork allows her a multitude of different opportunities. She scores off screens, she drives down the lane, she pops up for jays, and she runs the fast break for quick lay-ins. It’s safe to say she’s going to be a pain for Class AA these next few years. Halley Smith, Frankfort, CG, Sr., 5-8 - Talk about rising to the occasion! After leading scorer and returning Class AA All-State player Marie Perdew was lost to the season with an injury, Smith stepped up in a huge way. Absolutely massive, in fact. Asked to do everything well, she did everything well. She scored, rebounded, assisted, stole the ball and helped get the Falcons back to the state tournament. She’s a kid who puts her heart and soul into the basketball game. She dives for loose balls, isn’t afraid to lock down big time players like [player_tooltip player_id="153370" first="Marley" last="Washenitz"], who she held to nine points in a game last year, and just comes to ball. Her elevated playing time brought out a lot to like about her game. She’s a solid shooter and never stops competing. For the year, she averaged 20.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3 assists, and 4.2 steals per game. [player_tooltip player_id="403267" first="Kayley" last="Bane"], Wyoming East, G/F, Jr., 5-9 - [player_tooltip player_id="403267" first="Kayley" last="Bane"] does it all. There’s no need to dance around the obvious. About the only thing missing is a post-game, and she’s tall and athletic enough not to need one in Class AA or NCAA Division II. Everything showed on full display this season much like with teammate Maddie Clark. Tasked with picking up more duties after the injury to [player_tooltip player_id="153433" first="Abby" last="Russell"] and graduations of Skylar Davidson and Sarah Saunders, Bane provided what coach Angie Boninsigna asked for. Because they were so balanced, it was hard for Bane to stand out, but she came into her own at the state tournament. She’s another kid whose size and length helped her tremendously. She tallied 10.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.6 steals per game in the Warriors’ every-helps offense and shut-down defense. SECOND TEAM [player_tooltip player_id="391467" first="Breanna" last="Price"], St. Marys, SF, So., 5-8 Annie Cimino, Charleston Catholic, G, Jr., 5-5 [player_tooltip player_id="382604" first="Hadleigh" last="McGoskey"], Ravenswood, G, So., 5-4 [player_tooltip player_id="391462" first="Braylee" last="Corbin"], Petersburg, G, Jr., 5-7 (Captain) Faith Mason, Roane County, G, Jr., 6-0 Lakyn Joy, Williamstown, G, Sr., 5-4 Addison Issacs, Midland Trail, G, Fr., 5-4 [player_tooltip player_id="379502" first="Grace" last="Harvey"], Summers County, F, So., 6-0 CLASS A FIRST TEAM Ashlynn Van Tassell, Cameron, C, So., 6-3 (Captain) - The Dragons center is a kid with a high upside. <img class=" wp-image-397929 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/03/Ashlynn-Van-Tassell-239x300.jpg" alt="" width="175" height="220" />She already moves her body and opponents where she wants them, can rebound at a state tournament historic level, and she scores at about the same clip. She’s still raw in some areas, but as a sophomore, she’s ahead of many bigs in the state. If there’s one place college coaches may want to see some improvements, it is in ball handling. She doesn’t have to handle at a point guard level, but college players aren’t going to let her get comfortable on the block. However, if she does get comfortable on the block than 20 and 20 on a nightly basis isn’t out of the question. She’s got tools that would fit in a lot of systems that aren’t Glenville State’s up, up and up pace. [player_tooltip player_id="154942" first="Malaysia" last="Morgan"], Gilmer County, F, Sr., 5-9 - I’ve <img class="size-medium wp-image-386213 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/02/MG_6612.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" />talked a lot about [player_tooltip player_id="154942" first="Malaysia" last="Morgan"]’s athletic ability. It’s still amazing. She makes moves few others can. She competes at a different level than many Class A or AA athletes, and she looks good doing all of it. Her long arms and natural athletic gifts take over and when she decides to take over, it spells the end of a good offensive night for her defender. She’s a great rebounder and scorer, who bends her body into those hard-to-reach and tight spaces and comes down with the ball. Her stat line this year certainly shows that at 16.2 points, 9.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 4.2 steals per game. [player_tooltip player_id="153400" first="Trinity" last="Bancroft"], Gilmer County, SG, Sr., 5-6 - Trinity is classic example of a three-and-D player with some other tricks up her sleeve. Her basketball IQ and solid shot mechanics open up a lot for her on the floor. She’s already shown to be comfortable coming off screens and shooting a deep 3 or she can take drive the lane for a tough finish. Her outside shot is definitely her bread and butter along with her defense. [player_tooltip player_id="153421" first="Sydney" last="Baird"], Webster County, SG, Jr., 5-7 - Baird [caption id="attachment_285734" align="alignright" width="156"]<img class=" wp-image-285734" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2021/05/Webster-County-State-Tournament-3-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="156" height="156" /> Photo: Landon Persinger[/caption] continues to show a tough game featuring scoring, rebounding, and steals. She was once again among the state leaders in points with 25.2 per game, but also came closer to a triple-double with 8.1 rebounds. She shot 48% from the floor and added 5.9 steals per game. She’s a player immediately benefitting from the move to the college game. As it is right now, she’s the sole ballhandler on her team and receives all the pressure, she’s not truly a point guard. Her skills are best at shooting guard. She’s quick with her shot, and always hustles. [player_tooltip player_id="379481" first="Abby" last="McDonough"], Doddridge County, SG, So., 5-6 - The biggest thing coaches should see about the Bulldog is her fearless nature. McDonough does not care who’s guarding her or who she’s guarding, she brings 100 percent, 100 percent of the time. Whether it be her driving to the past, popping a trey in the face of a defender, or attacking someone in a diamond press, McDonough goes all out, regardless of the ramifications. Of course, her superior court vision assists her in some of these areas, while her ballhandling ability helps in others. Overall, she’s a player who’s going to keep growing and is never satisfied. On the year, she tallied 18.9 points, 8 rebounds, 3.5 assists per game, while shooting 47 percent from the floor. [player_tooltip player_id="153432" first="Kadie" last="Colebank"], Tucker County, PF, Jr., 6-1 - Do you shut [player_tooltip player_id="153432" first="Kadie" last="Colebank"] down on the offensive end or the <img class="size-medium wp-image-397791 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/pgh/uploads/2022/03/Kadie-Colebank.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" />defensive end? Trick question. You can’t do, either. Not really. It would take a yeoman’s effort for many bigs outside of Fairmont Senior’s [player_tooltip player_id="153399" first="Meredith" last="Maier"] or Cameron’s Ashlynn Van Tassell in causing trouble for the Mountain Lion. Colebank keeps getting stronger, thus giving herself more and more in her arsenal. One of her big additions this year came in the form of that defense. Her skill in blocking shots improved. She went from swats down to waiting until the ball was in the air. It made a lot of difference as she stayed out of foul trouble, thus enabling her in putting up a state line of 18 points, 16.2 boards, 2.5 assists, 1.5 steals and 4.4 blocks per game. [player_tooltip player_id="153382" first="Kaylea" last="Baisden"], Tug Valley, CG, Sr., 5-8 - Tug Valley’s was never out of a basketball game with Baisden on the floor. A player who could easily hold her own in Class AAA and AA, she brings a versatile game sure to give any coach or defender fits. She’s solid offensively with great court vision and a high basketball IQ that’s earned her play-calling duty trust from head coach Clyde Farley. She’s clutch in the big moments. Defensively, she’s special. She moves well and causes fits during set plays and in transition with her quick feet and speed. On the season, she recorded 21.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3.3 steals per game. [player_tooltip player_id="153404" first="Josie" last="Montgomery"], Calhoun County, SF, Sr., 5-9 - It’s easy to see why Concord signed Montgomery. The Red Devil fits coach Kenny Osborne’s guard template. She scores at a high clip but shows more than just the ability to put the ball in the basket. Namely, she’s quick with her hands and on target from deep. She tallied 22.3 points, 9.3 boards, 2.8 assists, and 4.8 steals per game, while shooting 52 3s in 2022. That’s enough to make anyone want to sign the Red Devil. SECOND TEAM Savannah Cunningham, Calhoun County, PG, Fr., 5-5 Kenzie Clutter, Cameron, G, So., 5-5 [player_tooltip player_id="153408" first="Carrah" last="Ferguson"], Gilmer County, PG, Sr., 5-7 (Captain) Adyson Hines, James Monroe, Post, Jr., 5-10 Emma Taylor, Gilmer County, SG, Sr., 5-7 Liv Ammons, Clay-Battelle, SF, Sr., 5-8 [player_tooltip player_id="153373" first="Amya" last="Damon"], Huntington St. Joe, SG, Sr., 5-8 Haley Payne, River View, PF, Jr., 5-9