Sectional Preview: Class 2A South
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The regular season has concluded, and the state tournament begins soon. While brief, below is a look at the eight Sectionals in Class 2A in the Southern half of the state. All statistics provided here have been pulled from each school’s MaxPreps page, so if your stats are not represented here, your team’s MaxPreps page has not been updated by your coach/school.
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Sectional #41 – Northeastern
Heavy Favorite: Northeastern
Sleeper: Shenandoah
Longshots: Union County, Knightstown, Hagerstown
Preview: Northeastern (17-6) is a talented Class 2A group, with college prospects at most positions. Senior Addisen Mastriano Addisen Mastriano 6'3" | C Northeastern | 2024 State IN (13.3p, 8.1r, 2.9a, 2.1b) is a monster in the paint, while Sophomore Adysson Kircher Adysson Kircher 5'5" | CG Northeastern | 2026 State IN (15.5p, 3.5r, 3.9s) and Junior Ava Mikesell Ava Mikesell 5'4" | PG Northeastern | 2025 State IN (10.8p, 2.8r, 4.5a, 4.4s) control the perimeter. Additionally, the Knights saw the return of Senior Juztice Slick Juztice Slick 5'9" | SF Northeastern | 2024 IN (3.0p, 2.8r) the second half of the year following a knee injury. Shenandoah (11-10) was okay during the regular season, but they are 3-0 against the Sectional #41 field, though they haven’t faced Northeastern yet. The Lady Raiders don’t have any Seniors and are led by Freshman Grace Lee Grace Lee 5'8" | SF Shenandoah | 2027 IN (10.8p, 4.9r, 3.3s) and Sophomore Gabbi Patrick (7.8p, 7.3r, 2.7s). They still might be a year away.
Our Pick: Northeastern
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Sectional #42 – Scecina Memorial
Favorite: Eastern Hancock
Contender: Triton Central
Longshots: Scecina Memorial, Irvington Prep, Riverside
Preview: The teams in Sectional #42 don’t typically play each other in the regular season, but Eastern Hancock (21-1) has already defeated Triton Central (17-6), 50-41. The Royals are deep, skilled, and balanced. Freshman McKenzie Koch McKenzie Koch 5'9" | PG Eastern Hancock | 2027 State IN (19.8p, 4.0r, 2.9a, 3.1s) leads Eastern Hancock, but she gets support from a strong Senior group that includes Sammie Bolding (12.7p, 2.7r, 2.1a, 2.4s), Ruby White Ruby White 6'1" | C Eastern Hancock | 2024 IN (11.0p, 5.7r), Brooklyn Willis (5.8p, 4.9r, 3.0a), Makenzie O’Neal (4.8p, 5.0r, 2.5a), and Sydney Springman (3.9p, 2.0r). They have a nice Junior group as well. The Tigers of Triton Central lean on Sophomore Maryrose Felling Maryrose Felling 5'8" | SG Triton Central | 2026 State IN (17.6p, 4.7r, 2.8a, 2.3s) and Senior Brooklyn Bailey Brooklyn Bailey 5'11" | C Triton Central | 2024 IN (12.3p, 7.6r). Freshman Quinn King (6.0p, 3.4r, 5.4a) has flashed nice potential as well. It’s likely going to come down to those two teams, and Eastern Hancock’s toughest opponent would be beating themselves. Look for them to potentially make a deep playoff run.
Our Pick: Eastern Hancock
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Sectional #43 – Park Tudor
Favorite: Sheridan
Contender: University
Longshots: Covenant Christian, Park Tudor
Preview: Sheridan (17-5) doesn’t have a Senior in its core rotation, so not only are they very good right now, but they look like they’ll be a highly ranked team a year from now as well. Junior Kenzie Garner Kenzie Garner 6'0" | SF Sheridan | 2025 State IN (20.0p, 9.5r, 5.0a, 4.2s 2.1b) is the unquestioned leader, but she gets great help from fellow Juniors Cecilia Timme Cecilia Timme 5'9" | SF Sheridan | 2025 IN (9.6p, 4.7r, 3.9a, 3.4s), Nova Cross (6.2p, 2.5r), and Shelby Eaton Shelby Eaton 5'9" | SF Sheridan | 2025 IN (6.1p, 2.9r). University (10-12) suffered a number of graduation losses and changed coaches, but I’d expect them to still be a threat to Sheridan this week. Sophomore Charlotte Conyers Charlotte Conyers 5'4" | CG University | 2026 IN (10.9p, 4.9r, 3.1s) and Junior Anyah Jordan-Turley Anyah Jordan-Turley 5'3" | CG University | 2025 IN (10.5p, 4.1r, 2.0a, 2.3s) share the backcourt with Senior Keira Bright (9.0p, 3.8r, 3.8a, 2.8s), while Sophomore Hannah Grubbs Hannah Grubbs 5'9" | PF University | 2026 IN (9.4p, 9.5r in 10 games) returns from injury and helps in the frontcourt.
Our Pick: Sheridan
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Sectional #44 – South Putnam
Heavy Favorite: Parke Heritage
Sleeper: Southmont
Longshots: South Putnam, North Putnam, Greencastle, Riverton Parke, Cloverdale
Preview: Parke Heritage (20-3) is a heavy favorite in Sectional #44, and it’s going to be tough for anyone to keep up with them. Junior guard Emma Simpson Emma Simpson 5'7" | PG Parke Heritage | 2025 State IN (19.9p, 10.9r, 5.1a, 4.2s) does it all for the Wolves, but she has several talented teammates around her. Fellow Juniors Addilee Jenkins Addilee Jenkins 5'9" | SG Parke Heritage | 2025 IN (7.4p, 3.4r, 2.4a, 2.2s), Catherine O’Brien (7.0p, 2.8r, 2.1s), and Addison Jenkins Addison Jenkins 5'7" | SG Parke Heritage | 2025 IN (5.6p, 3.5r) offer the most support this postseason. Southmont (13-8) is the lone team who could potentially cause problems for the Wolves. Senior DeLorean Mason DeLorean Mason 5'4" | CG Southmont | 2024 IN (16.3p, 3.4r, 5.3s) is smaller but packs a big punch. Freshman Layla Gomez (7.7p, 7.1r, 2.0s) has been a nice addition as well for the Mounties.
Our Pick: Parke Heritage
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Sectional #45 – North Decatur
Favorite: South Ripley
Contender: North Decatur
Longshots: Switzerland County, Milan, Hauser
Preview: As far as Sectional #45 goes, South Ripley (13-8) is 5-0 against the other four teams, with no one coming within 9 points. At the same time, the Raiders have lost three of their last four games heading into Sectional play. The Raiders get a balanced effort from Senior Reese Obendorf (11.8p, 5.5r, 2.9a, 2.0s), Freshman Claire Samples (8.8p, 3.6r, 2.0s), Junior Lexi Franklin (8.4p, 6.0r), and Senior Lydia Cornett (7.2p, 4.8r, 2.4a, 2.2s). If they can get back to the way they played when they won nine out of ten games, they could make a nice tournament run. If not, North Decatur is right there to spoil the party. The Chargers (16-6) have had a nice season as well, plus they field a talented lineup. Junior Madi Allen Madi Allen 5'9" | SG North Decatur | 2025 State IN (13.8p, 7.5r, 2.2a, 2.0s) can play multiple positions, score, distribute, and defend, while Senior Ella Kunz Ella Kunz 6'0" | C North Decatur | 2024 IN (14.1p, 8.1r, 2.0s) is highly productive around the paint. Additionally, the Chargers can go about eight deep and adjust to their opponents.
Our Pick: North Decatur
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Sectional #46 – Providence
Favorite: Austin
Contenders: Providence, Brownstown Central, Henryville
Longshots: Eastern (Pekin), Southwestern (Hanover), Clarksville
Preview: Austin (17-6) had a strong regular season, posting a 6-0 record against Sectional #46 opponents. They have strong guard play, led by Sophomores Brynn Owens Brynn Owens 5'7" | CG Austin | 2026 State IN and Jaleigh Schepman, plus Junior Kelsey Hawkins. They can control tempo and cause problems for opponents. Junior Lizzy Baker gives the Eagles a nice presence inside. Providence (16-7), Brownstown (14-9), and Henryville (14-8) could all pose a threat to Austin. Providence brings Sophomore twins Addison Smith Addison Smith 5'7" | SG Our Lady of Providence | 2026 IN (11.3p, 4.1r, 2.5a, 2.5s) and Avery Smith Avery Smith 5'8" | SF Our Lady of Providence | 2026 IN (11.3p, 8.2r, 2.0s), plus Freshman Jayda Kempf Jayda Kempf 5'6" | SG Our Lady of Providence | 2027 IN (9.9p), to the table. With their youth, they might be a year away, though. Brownstown gets a much more balanced effort throughout their roster with Junior Jenna Klosterman being one of those contributors. Henryville turns to Senior Alexis Marion and Junior Addison Foley to lead the effort.
Our Pick: Austin
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Sectional #47 – North Knox
Favorite: North Knox
Contender: South Knox
Sleeper: Linton-Stockton
Longshots: Paoli, Sullivan, Eastern Greene, North Daviess, Mitchell
Preview: Per the ICGSA class polls, North Knox (23-1) is the #1 team in Class 2A, while South Knox (22-1) is the #2 team. South Knox lost to North Knox in overtime earlier this season, and North Knox lost 51-50 to Class 4A power Bedford North Lawrence. Sectional #47 looks like these two teams are on a collision course, and the winner could get to Indianapolis. North Knox has a strong Junior class, led by Alex McKinley Alex McKinley 5'8" | SG North Knox | 2025 State IN (12.7p, 3.4r, 2.1s), Brynna Collins Brynna Collins 5'7" | SG North Knox | 2025 State IN (8.7p, 3.7r, 2.5a, 2.5s), and Brooklyn Sturgeon Brooklyn Sturgeon 5'3" | CG North Knox | 2025 IN (5.4p, 2.3r, 3.2a), plus Sophomore Lexi Primus Lexi Primus 5'8" | SG North Knox | 2026 State IN (12.8p, 3.8r, 2.6s) is actually their leading scorer and rebounder and gives them another talented player to defend. South Knox can counter with Junior guard Ella Bobe Ella Bobe 5'9" | CG South Knox | 2025 State IN , who has already earned Division-I interest/offers. Junior Bren Hill Bren Hill 5'11" | SF South Knox | 2025 State IN brings height, length, and athleticism, while Freshman sister Kendal Hill Kendal Hill 5'7" | CG South Knox | 2027 State IN is another talented perimeter player. If anyone can upset either directional Knox, I would lean towards that being Linton-Stockton (16-6). The Miners have had a lot of success over the years, and they can throw multiple defenses at anyone. Linton also has a pair of Senior guards who will play at the next level in Bradie Chambers Bradie Chambers 5'8" | SG Linton-Stockton | 2024 State IN and Sydney Jerrells Sydney Jerrells 5'7" | CG Linton-Stockton | 2024 IN .
Our Pick: South Knox
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Sectional #48 – South Spencer
Favorite: Crawford County
Contender: South Spencer
Sleepers: Tell City
Longshots: North Posey, Perry Central, Forest Park
Preview: Crawford County (17-6) had a nice season and looks to be a favorite in Sectional #48. Junior Maddyson Sturgeon leads the Wolfpack from the point, and she gets help from Sophomore Emmy Stroud. South Spencer (11-11) could play spoiler, having lost to Crawford County by just 5 points earlier this season. Senior Molly Schulte Molly Schulte 5'7" | PG South Spencer | 2024 IN (16.6p, 4.3r, 6.1a, 2.9s) can play the role of scorer or facilitator. Freshman Alexis Harris (10.7p, 2.4r, 3.1a) has stepped up and been a nice addition for South Spencer as well. Tell City (11-11) is another team waiting to take advantage of someone’s slip-up. The Marksmen have a young team with no Seniors on the roster. They could be a problem over the next couple of seasons. Sophomore Reese Ford Reese Ford 5'9" | CG Tell City | 2026 IN (14.7p, 4.4r) and Freshman Ollie Toothman (7.9p, 5.4r) are a couple of their young standouts.
Our Pick: Crawford County