State Tourney Preview – Sectionals 25-28

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"small"} --> <p class="has-small-font-size"><em>The featured image is of [player_tooltip player_id='492318' first='Macy' last='DeLisle'] (2026) of Speedway High School.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the new enrollment cutoff in regard to the IHSAA's 2024-2025 classification restructure, each of the four classes will look a bit different. Still, there should be a lot of familiar matchups in Class 3A. Below is a quick look at what to expect out of Sectionals #25 through #28 this week, along with a key player or two for each team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><font color="FFFFFF">.</font></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><font size="+2">SECTIONAL #25 - Lebanon</font></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PGH Sectional Favorite:</strong> Danville Community<br><strong>Top Challengers:</strong> Tri-West, Brebeuf Jesuit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Analysis:</strong> Danville is 17-5 overall, 4-0 against Sectional #25 opponents, and all five losses have come at the hands of Class 4A teams. They have a nice mixture of veterans and talented youth, led by Seniors <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='626931' first='Addison' last='Davis']</strong> <em>(14.9p, 6.7r, 2.0a, 2.6s)</em> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='295784' first='Emma' last='Ancelet']</strong> <em>(14.5p, 5.7r, 7.2a, 3.5s)</em>. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486529' first='Maddy' last='Wethington']</strong> <em>(11.2p)</em> is a third double-digit scorer for the Warriors, who look to win their second consecutive Sectional title after making it to the Class 3A Final Four in 2024. Tri-West and Brebeuf could prove challenging, as Tri-West is a big rival for the Warriors, while Brebeuf has welcomed the return of talented Sophomore wing <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='751073' first='Jailen' last='Bowling']</strong> <em>(12.8p, 3.7r in 10 games)</em> from a knee injury. She could be a game-changer for the Lady Braves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Players:</strong> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='626931' first='Addison' last='Davis']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='295784' first='Emma' last='Ancelet']</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486529' first='Maddy' last='Wethington']</strong>, Danville Community; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='496043' first='Lauren' last='Bear']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='884487' first='Aniyah' last='Anthony']</strong>, Tri-West; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1131983' first='Robyn' last='Pate']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='751073' first='Jailen' last='Bowling']</strong>, Brebeuf Jesuit; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='506019' first='Ava' last='Bills']</strong>, Guerin Catholic; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1123932' first='Claire' last='Boling']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='883672' first='Jade' last='Mount']</strong>, Lebanon; <strong>Molly Pierce</strong>, Crawfordsville; <strong>Ella McAtee</strong>, Frankfort</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><font color="FFFFFF">.</font></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><font size="+2">SECTIONAL #26 - Cathedral</font></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PGH Sectional Favorite:</strong> Cathedral<br><strong>Top Challenger:</strong> Bishop Chatard</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Analysis:</strong> Cathedral defeated Bishop Chatard 48-45 just a couple of weeks ago, and playing at home should favor the Irish once again. Senior guards <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='496026' first='Jaeda' last='Wilson']</strong> <em>(10.9p, 3.6r)</em> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='776078' first='Tianna' last='Guy']</strong> <em>(9.8p, 2.8r)</em> have been strong all year, plus Freshman forward <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='926326' first='Caroline' last='Wiggins']</strong> <em>(9.0p, 5.4r, 2.1s)</em> has been a nice addition to the lineup in 2024-2025. They are the team to beat, but don't put it past Chatard to give them a battle. The Trojans have postseason experience and several Juniors and Seniors contributing. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='692233' first='Anna' last='Caskey']</strong> <em>(14.4p, 15.9r)</em> is a problem around the paint, while <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='832685' first='Olivia' last='Berzai']</strong> <em>(11.0p, 5.9r, 3.2a, 2.4s)</em> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486530' first='Alyx' last='Kendall']</strong> <em>(10.5p, 3.5r)</em> add height and versatility to the lineup. Also keep an eye on Junior guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='331774' first='Kamrah' last='Banks']</strong> <em>(26.4p, 5.4r, 2.9s)</em> of Crispus Attucks, who can pour in the points in a hurry.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Players:</strong> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='496026' first='Jaeda' last='Wilson']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='776078' first='Tianna' last='Guy']</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='926326' first='Caroline' last='Wiggins']</strong>, Cathedral; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='692233' first='Anna' last='Caskey']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='832685' first='Olivia' last='Berzai']</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486530' first='Alyx' last='Kendall']</strong>, Bishop Chatard; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='331774' first='Kamrah' last='Banks']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='492315' first='Kenadi' last='Banks']</strong>, Crispus Attucks; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='751079' first='Ja'Nyiah' last='Rogers']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1137310' first='Te'Asia' last='Briscoe']</strong>, Purdue Poly (Englewood); <strong>Kamariona Garrett</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='911611' first='Keara' last='Stewart']</strong>, Shortridge; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1122688' first='Taylor' last='Cotham']</strong>, Herron</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><font color="FFFFFF">.</font></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><font size="+2">SECTIONAL #27 - Northview</font></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PGH Sectional Favorite:</strong> Northview<br><strong>Top Challengers:</strong> Cascade, Speedway</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Analysis:</strong> The Northview Lady Knights have three really good players in <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='570371' first='Brynlee' last='Clarke']</strong> <em>(14.6p, 5.5r)</em>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='834965' first='Carlee' last='Schrader']</strong> <em>(13.6p, 5.5r, 2.5a, 3.0s)</em>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486472' first='Reagin' last='White']</strong> <em>(8.4p, 4.0r, 4.2a)</em>. They can score on you inside, make shots outside, or attack the basket off the dribble and the cut. They are a solid favorite in Sectional #27, and they have already defeated Cascade by 15 points. Cascade and Speedway are the best challengers, but they will need big nights to take care of Northview. Cascade gets a balanced effort, with four players scoring in double figures, while Speedway has talented Freshman <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='884402' first='Madelynn' last='Matelic']</strong> <em>(13.3p, 6.1r, 3.3s)</em> leading their attack.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Players:</strong> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='570371' first='Brynlee' last='Clarke']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='834965' first='Carlee' last='Schrader']</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486472' first='Reagin' last='White']</strong>, Northview; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1122841' first='Chloe' last='Smith']</strong>, <strong>Macey Pugh</strong>, <strong>Kaylee Austin</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1122721' first='Lilly' last='Hall']</strong>, Cascade; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='884402' first='Madelynn' last='Matelic']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='492318' first='Macy' last='DeLisle']</strong>, Speedway; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1144654' first='Aubrey' last='Sparks']</strong> and <strong>Hannah Bixler</strong>, Owen Valley; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='832680' first='Macey' last='Crider']</strong>, <strong>Madison Bland</strong>, and <strong>Allison Bland</strong>, Edgewood; <strong>Serenity Anderson</strong> and <strong>Elejah Smith</strong>, George Washington</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><font color="FFFFFF">.</font></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><font size="+2">SECTIONAL #28 - Indian Creek</font></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PGH Sectional Favorite:</strong> Roncalli<br><strong>Top Challenger:</strong> New Palestine</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Analysis:</strong> Roncalli has a really nice collection of guards, per usual, this season, and they have already beaten New Palestine and Beech Grove. The Royals are led by Sophomore <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='716615' first='Elliot' last='Leffler']</strong> <em>(17.0p, 5.6r)</em>, with help from <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486513' first='Brennah' last='Cerny']</strong> <em>(9.5p, 2.6r, 3.1a, 2.9s)</em> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='296265' first='Sara' last='Rosko']</strong> <em>(9.0p, 3.5r, 2.7a, 2.6s)</em>. The Royals play hard, aggressive, and they can knock down shots from a number of positions. Look for them to be the team to beat in Sectional #28. New Palestine has the best shot at challenging them, and they play with a great deal of balance. With no go-to player, it's difficult to determine who's going to beat you, but at the same time, who is taking the tough shots late? <strong>Sadey Hughbanks</strong> <em>(9.3p, 3.9r)</em>, <strong>Kylee Beranek</strong> <em>(6.8p, 6.3r)</em>, and <strong>Gabrielle Brown</strong> <em>(6.6p, 3.1r, 2.9a)</em> are the most productive Dragons in the rotation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Players:</strong> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='716615' first='Elliot' last='Leffler']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='486513' first='Brennah' last='Cerny']</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='296265' first='Sara' last='Rosko']</strong>, Roncalli; <strong>Sadey Hughbanks</strong>, New Palestine; <strong>Maddy Jones</strong>, <strong>Hannah Baker</strong>, and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1144618' first='Jayla' last='Ash']</strong>, Shelbyville; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1131993' first='Alexa' last='Sichting']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='506021' first='Ayla' last='Lollar']</strong>, Indian Creek; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='923145' first='Mylee' last='Boling']</strong> and <strong>Mariyah Marshall</strong>, Beech Grove; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='570387' first='Leonie' last='Boyer']</strong>, Rushville Consolidated; <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='828091' first='Emma' last='Gardner']</strong>, Greenwood Community</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->