State Tourney Preview: Sectionals #57-#60

The IHSAA Sectional draw took place last Sunday evening, so all of the 390+ schools participating in this year's state tournament found out when they would be playing their first game, which will take place in just a matter of days. Below is a look at each of the Sectionals that will feed into the Southwestern (Shelbyville) Regional the following weekend. This includes the Class 1A teams from Sectionals #57-#60. Please stay tuned, as today we will conclude our quick synopses of each of the remaining Sectionals across class 1A.   .   Sectional #57 at Bloomfield: Game-1: North Central (Farmersburg) (17-5) vs. Shakamak (13-8) Game-2: Bloomfield (10-14) vs. Bloomington Lighthouse Christian (8-15) Game-3: White River Valley (9-13) vs. Clay City (6-17) Game-4: Dugger Union (8-13) vs. Winner Game-1 Game-5: Winner Game-2 vs. Winner Game-3 Game-6: Winner Game-4 vs. Winner Game-5   Overview: In this Sectional field, there are four or five teams who could vie for the title come Saturday night. North Central put together the best regular season behind a strong Sophomore class, and they should have at least another couple of strong years ahead of them as well. They were 6-0 against Sectional #57 competition, however they survived Bloomfield by just three points, and they had 12-point victories over both Clay City and White River Valley, so they are within striking distance. Still, though, Sophomores [player_tooltip player_id='366798' first='Jalyn' last='Davidson'] (17.3p, 3.4r, 5.1a, 2.6s), [player_tooltip player_id='1122822' first='Shelby' last='Seay'] (12.8p, 5.6r, 4.3a, 3.1s), and Samantha Secrest (11.5p, 5.8r, 2.6s) are a tough trio to overcome, especially when they're all playing well. Bloomfield is always a tough "out". They are well-coached, and they are tough defensively. Seniors Delaney Richardson and Brianna Bucher each have multiple years of Varsity experience as well. Clay City, White River Valley, and Shakamak don't really have that high-scoring standout, but as teams they compete well together, and any of the three can beat anyone in Sectional #57 on any given night. Also keep an eye on Junior Abigail Rousey (15.9p, 11.4r), as she is a double-double machine each time out.   Sectional #57 Players to Watch: Bloomfield - Delaney Richardson, 2023 Bloomfield - Brianna Bucher, 2023 Bloomington Lighthouse - Abigail Rousey, 2024 - 15.9p, 11.4r Clay City - Shaylee Evans, 2023 - 8.0p, 2.7r, 2.0s Clay City - Kailyn Kirkling, 2024 - 6.6p, 3.0r Dugger - Jordyn Smith, 2025 - 11.8p, 5.5r, 3.6s Dugger - Jackie Smith, 2023 - 10.7p, 6.5r, 2.9a, 2.7s North Central - [player_tooltip player_id='366798' first='Jalyn' last='Davidson'], 2025 - 17.3p, 3.4r, 5.1a, 2.6s North Central - [player_tooltip player_id='1122822' first='Shelby' last='Seay'], 2025 - 12.8p, 5.6r, 4.3a, 3.1s North Central - Samantha Secrest, 2025 - 11.5p, 5.8r, 2.6s Shakamak - Elayni Stone, 2025 - 9.7p, 3.4r, 3.3a, 2.9s Shakamak - Chase Hammond, 2025 - 9.0p, 2.8r Shakamak - Aubrie Lambermont, 2026 - 6.3p, 5.1r, 2.0s White River - Kylie Palmer, 2023   .   Sectional #58 at Bethesda Christian: Game-1: Indiana Math & Science (14-10) vs. Traders Point Christian (4-10) Game-2: Bethesda Christian (10-13) vs. Indiana School for the Deaf (11-8) Game-3: Winner Game-1 vs. Winner Game-2   Overview: Bethesda Christian has been strong over the last few years, and while they are just 10-13, they played a majority of their season without Junior [player_tooltip player_id='177322' first='Kenzie' last='Fulks'] (9.2p, 2.7a, 2.3s) who injured her knee back in July. She was a 22.5 point per game scorer a year ago, and she has just played a handful of games recently, so as she continues to return to form, she and they will only get stronger. In the meantime, Senior Paige Vawter (10.1p, 5.7r, 2.7a), Junior Sydney Goodin (9.8p, 5.5r, 2.1a), and others have played well and kept things rolling. I'd look for the Lady Patriots to make a run this postseason. The Indiana School for the Deaf recently won the Clerc Classic, the National tournament for deaf schools around the country. Junior Sophia Wascher (13.2p, 10.2r, 2.2s) and Senior Seanna Baird (12.4p, 4.2r, 2.6a, 3.9s) are both double-digit scorers for the Deaf Hoosiers. Also keep an eye on Indiana Math & Science, as they've put together a winning record as well. Senior Jalynn Webb (11.7p, 3.8r, 2.3a, 6.1s) leads the way for the Lady Knights.   Sectional #58 Players to Watch: Bethesda - Paige Vawter, 2023 - 10.1p, 5.7r, 2.7a Bethesda - Sydney Goodin, 2024 - 9.8p, 5.5r, 2.1a Bethesda - [player_tooltip player_id='177322' first='Kenzie' last='Fulks'], 2024 - 9.2p, 2.7a, 2.3s IMSA - Jalynn Webb, 2023 - 11.7p, 3.8r, 2.3a, 6.1s IMSA - Danaisha Austin, 2023 - 10.5p, 5.0r, 2.1s IMSA - Teleisha Norwood, 2024 - 6.5p, 5.0r, 3.1a, 2.5s Indiana Deaf - Sophia Wascher, 2024 - 13.2p, 10.2r, 2.2s Indiana Deaf - Seanna Baird, 2023 - 12.4p, 4.2r, 2.6a, 3.9s Indiana Deaf - Gianna Wheeler, 2024 - 8.7p, 4.2r, 2.1a, 2.6s Traders Point - [player_tooltip player_id='881520' first='Lydia' last='Hough'], 2026 - 9.4p, 4.4r, 3.9s Traders Point - Melanie Carrasquedo, 2024 - AF1   .   Sectional #59 at Eminence: Game-1: Greenwood Christian (4-18) vs. Tindley Accelerated (11-9) Game-2: Indianapolis Lutheran (5-17) vs. Eminence (15-6) Game-3: Central Christian (6-11) vs. Winner Game-1 Game-4: Winner Game-2 vs. Winner Game-3   Overview: Only Eminence and Tindley posted winning records this season, and I'd lean towards one of them to win the Sectional #59 crown. Eminence found a budding star this year in Sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='570384' first='Sophia' last='Saucerman'] (11.9p, 8.5r). She is long, bouncy, and somewhat skilled facing the basket as well. Juniors [player_tooltip player_id='825876' first='Natalie' last='Hubbard'] (10.1p, 8.0r, 2.2a, 2.6s) and Danica Myers (9.6p, 4.6r, 3.6a, 2.4s) are in their third year of Varsity action, and both have a great deal of big-game experience. Tindley received a strong season from Junior [player_tooltip player_id='826008' first='Alilyona' last='McKeller'] (12.9p, 7.4r, 2.9s). She is a double-double threat most nights. Freshman [player_tooltip player_id='1122688' first='Taylor' last='Cotham'] (9.2p, 4.8r, 3.8a, 3.1s) is an impressive rookie to keep an eye on for the Tigers. Other nice players in this Sectional include Junior [player_tooltip player_id='825939' first='Trinity' last='Foerster'] of Central Christian, Junior Sydney Waldron of Greenwood Christian, and Junior Caitlyn Brooks (15.3p, 2.2r, 2.5a, 3.6s) of Indianapolis Lutheran.   Sectional #59 Players to Watch: Central Christian - [player_tooltip player_id='825939' first='Trinity' last='Foerster'], 2024 Central Christian - Airyana Johnson, 2023 Eminence - [player_tooltip player_id='570384' first='Sophia' last='Saucerman'], 2025 - 11.9p, 8.5r Eminence - [player_tooltip player_id='825876' first='Natalie' last='Hubbard'], 2024 - 10.1p, 8.0r, 2.2a, 2.6s Eminence - Danica Myers, 2024 - 9.6p, 4.6r, 3.6a, 2.4s Greenwood Christian - Sydney Waldron, 2024 Lutheran - Caitlyn Brooks, 2024 - 15.3p, 2.2r, 2.5a, 3.6s Lutheran - Grace King, 2024 - 12.9p, 8.3r Tindley - [player_tooltip player_id='826008' first='Alilyona' last='McKeller'], 2024 - 12.9p, 7.4r, 2.9s Tindley - [player_tooltip player_id='1122688' first='Taylor' last='Cotham'], 2026 - 9.2p, 4.8r, 3.8a, 3.1s Tindley - Ariaunna Hall, 2026 - 8.7p, 3.5r, 2.1a   .   Sectional #60 at Southwestern (Shelbyville): Game-1: Waldron (5-17) vs. Jac-Cen-Del (12-11) Game-2: Oldenburg Academy (11-9) vs. South Decatur (7-14) Game-3: Morristown (12-10) vs. Edinburgh (6-17) Game-4: Southwestern (Shelbyville) (6-16) vs. Winner Game-1 Game-5: Winner Game-2 vs. Winner Game-3 Game-6: Winner Game-4 vs. Winner Game-5   Overview: Waldron was 24-2 a year ago and made it to the Semi-State round, but they suffered major graduation losses in June of 2022. With the exception of last year, Jac-Cen-Del has typically been the team to beat here, and they are again solid. They are very disciplined and skilled, and they always seem to have multiple kids who can get it done. Juniors Reagan Hughes (13.0p, 2.7r, 2.6s) and [player_tooltip player_id='572809' first='Julia' last='Meyer'] (12.7p, 6.4r, 3.4a, 2.5s) lead the Lady Eagles this season. They are 5-0 against Sectional #60 competition, but they have yet to face off against Morristown. Speaking of Morristown, they roster high-scoring Sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='827997' first='Nevaeh' last='Sanders'] (19.8p, 3.2r, 3.2s), along with fellow Sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='1122802' first='Danika' last='Rutledge'] (12.5p, 7.5r, 2.7s), and steady Senior point guard Raegan Kleine (12.4p, 5.3r, 2.9a, 3.6s). Another team wanting to throw their hat in the ring is the Oldenburg Academy. They have a balanced team approach, and they can score a little inside and out. One thing is for sure...nothing will be certain in Sectional #60 until the final game has concluded.   Sectional #60 Players to Watch: Edinburgh - Gracie Crawhorn, 2023 - 12.0p, 7.7r, 2.3a, 2.1s Edinburgh - Kenna Streeval, 2026 - 7.4p, 2.8r, 2.3s Jac-Cen-Del - Reagan Hughes, 2024 - 13.0p, 2.7r, 2.6s Jac-Cen-Del - [player_tooltip player_id='572809' first='Julia' last='Meyer'], 2024 - 12.7p, 6.4r, 3.4a, 2.5s Jac-Cen-Del - Olivia Neal, 2023 - 10.6p, 6.2r Jac-Cen-Del - [player_tooltip player_id='1122667' first='Kelsey' last='Borgman'], 2025 - 7.4p, 3.2r, 2.2a Morristown - [player_tooltip player_id='827997' first='Nevaeh' last='Sanders'], 2025 - 19.8p, 3.2r, 3.2s Morristown - [player_tooltip player_id='1122802' first='Danika' last='Rutledge'], 2025 - 12.5p, 7.5r, 2.7s Morristown - Raegan Kleine, 2023 - 12.4p, 5.3r, 2.9a, 3.6s Oldenburg - Ashley Borgman, 2023 Oldenburg - Rachel Lamping, 2024 Oldenburg - Ellie Ryan, 2024 South Decatur - [player_tooltip player_id='496039' first='Kiley' last='Best'], 2025 - 11.9p, 3.7r South Decatur - [player_tooltip player_id='1122850' first='Makayla' last='Somers'], 2025 - 9.9p, 9.2 Southwestern - McKinley Correll, 2023 Southwestern - Lilly Rooks, 2023 Waldron - Alyssa Benson, 2024 - 9.9p, 3.1s Waldron - Josee Larrison, 2023 - 7.5p, 6.5r, 2.6a

The IHSAA Sectional draw took place last Sunday evening, so all of the 390+ schools participating in this year's state tournament found out when they would be playing their first game, which will take place in just a matter of days. Below is a look at each of the Sectionals that will feed into the Southwestern (Shelbyville) Regional the following weekend. This includes the Class 1A teams from Sectionals #57-#60. Please stay tuned, as today we will conclude our quick synopses of each of the remaining Sectionals across class 1A.