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<p><strong>Team Overview</strong></p>
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<p>With our depth, there is sacrifice where some stats may not be what you want them to be, but it gives us a chance to play into March. They are committed and prepare for every team the same way every day. - Coach Gideon Dudgeon</p>
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<p><strong><em>2023 Results</em></strong><strong><em><br></em></strong>Recap of last season's performance — record, highlight wins, top players</p>
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<p>Mason advanced to the regional semis before losing to Springboro, and had a great season. Mason finished with over 20 wins and their goal was to have a chance at the end. </p>
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<p><strong><em>Players to Watch</em></strong><strong><em><br></em></strong>Detailed breakdowns of the key players for the 2024 season, including their strengths, roles, and expected impact.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='319293' first='Madison' last='Parrish'], 2025</p>
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<p>A West Virginia commit and 4 year starter, she was on the state finals team in the past. Madison brings back a lot of experience. She is very skilled and her competitive nature is off the chart. She brings the desire to compete and is enjoying taking the high school experience in. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='481383' first='Anna' last='Habra'], 2026 </p>
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<p>This junior has a complete game, and is a natural leader. She has offers from most of the MAC. Great teammate and authentic on and off the court. She is all energy, all the time and will take the charge on the defensive end. Does a good job encouraging teammates. <em>(Featured </em>photo above)</p>
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<p><strong><em>More Names to Know</em></strong></p>
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<p><strong><em><br></em></strong>Annaliese Knight, 2025</p>
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<p>She is a Miami University soccer commit. Selfless kid willing to do whatever it takes for the team. Does the little things to be successful. Athletic and a big help for the Comets.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='808874' first='Addy' last='Gillman'], 2027</p>
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<p>Addy started as a freshman which is tough in this program. She is a competitor and has really shown growth over the summer. Expanded her game, went from a shooter and now can get to the rim. Elite defender. Is a D1 prospect.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Player With Breakout Potential</em></strong></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1056222' first='Taylor' last='Stanfield'], 2028 </p>
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<p>A 6'1 wing who does a great job handling the ball. Also rebounds well and should make a significant impact. Outstanding perimeter game behind the arc. Offers from Pitt, Xavier among others. </p>
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<p>Adaia Kessler, 2025</p>
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<p>Adaia is very quick, 5-4, great resource off the bench, Good midrange and solid defender. Great energy. Has some D3 offers.</p>
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<p>Jazz Johnson, 2025</p>
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<p>She came in off the bench last year. Seeing some D3 interest. Very good defensive player, good shooter off the bench.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Underclassmen To Keep An Eye On</em></strong></p>
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<p>In addition to Stanfield and Gillam, </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='813145' first='Jayda' last='Johnson'], 2028</p>
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<p>A 5-11 guard, still growing and has a great future ahead. With a lot of upperclassmen, she will get some spot minutes, has a D1 offer but will play a lot of quarters playing both JV and varsity.</p>
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<p><strong><em>2024 Schedule/Games to Circle</em></strong></p>
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<p>Nov. 24- Mount Notre Dame at Journey to the Tourney- regional finalist last year with great returning players and young talent. </p>
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<p>Dec. 4- @ Princeton a great conference school</p>
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<p>Dec.28- Kings is their alumni night, will recognize the state championship 2000 team. </p>
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<p>Jan. 20- Classic in the Country they will play Olmsted Falls, the defending state champions.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Notable</em></strong><strong><em><br></em></strong></p>
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<p>“Having 9 seniors for the last four years who are a tight knit group, a lot of people underestimate that. Great culture in the program, and you are playing for something bigger than you are”- Coach Gideon Dudgeon</p>
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