State of The Wing

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alabama girls basketball is loaded with wings who are changing the game. These players bring the perfect mix of flash and fundamentals — scoring at all three levels, defending multiple positions, and raising the ceiling of their teams. From proven state champions to rising stars with Division I offers, each of these standouts has the size, skill, and versatility that make the wing position the most coveted in today's game. They're not just players to watch — they're the ones shaping the future of basketball in Alabama! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["382895"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff568751"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='382895' first='Hannah' last='Smith'] – 6'0 | Montgomery Catholic<br>2,000+ Career Points • Highly Recruited D1 Prospect</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Smith is a versatile point-forward and one of the most decorated players in Alabama. A relentless, physical wing, she plays bully-ball at its best — attacking downhill with aggression and punishing defenders in the low post regardless of matchup. A proven 2,000-point scorer, Smith's impact goes beyond scoring. She rebounds at a high level and often acts as her team's primary playmaker, initiating offense in both transition and half-court sets. With elite vision, she facilitates like a guard while maintaining her physical scoring presence inside, making her one of the toughest covers in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1182080"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff5687de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1182080' first='Elise' last='McClain'] – 6'0 | Bob Jones<br>11 D1 Offers • 7A Second Team All-State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>One of the most coveted wings in Alabama, McClain is a true two-way force. She scores at all three levels and uses her size and athleticism to defend multiple positions. A consistent stat-sheet stuffer, her presence is felt in every phase of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1233440"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff56884d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1233440' first='Braylee' last='Winfrey'] – 5'10 | Auburn<br>EYBL 16U National Champion • 7A Second Team All-State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Winfrey's blend of size, skill, and athleticism has made her one of the most sought-after wings in the state. A versatile three-level scorer, she can attack the rim, create midrange offense, or stretch defenses from deep. Defensively, her length and quickness allow her to guard multiple positions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["371482"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff5688b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='371482' first='Aaliyah' last='Blanchard'] – 5'11 | Hoover<br>3-Time State Champion • 7A First Team All-State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Few players in Alabama know winning like Blanchard. A coveted two-way wing with multiple Division I offers, she brings toughness, hustle, and efficiency to every game. With a high motor and strong basketball IQ, she's the ultimate glue player who elevates everyone around her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["981292"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff568921"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='981292' first='Hannah' last='Burks'] – 5'10 | Hartselle<br>6A All-State • Elite Shooter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Burks is a high-IQ, versatile wing whose game is built on efficiency and elite shooting. She forces defenders to respect her length and quick release, and she thrives as a secondary ball handler who can create off the bounce. Deadly from three, she consistently punishes lazy closeouts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["521516"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff56898a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='521516' first='Adrienne' last='Hunt'] – 6'1 | Paul Bryant<br>1,000+ Career Points • 6A All-State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Hunt is a long, athletic forward who excels in transition and finishes with guard-like skill. At 6'1, she's a matchup nightmare, capable of rim protection, rebounding, and scoring at all three levels. With the ability to play multiple frontcourt positions, she gives her coaches valuable lineup flexibility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1059309"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff568a01"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1059309' first='Camilyah' last='Rowe'] – 5'10 | Ramsay<br>5A Regional MVP • 5A First Team All-State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Rowe has been a dominant force since her underclassman years, leading Ramsay to a state title appearance as a sophomore. A do-it-all forward with multiple college offers, she combines scoring, rebounding, and defensive versatility. Too strong for wings and too quick for bigs, her motor separates her from the rest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["777552"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68addff568a7a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='777552' first='Zoey' last='Little'] – 5'10 | Shades Valley<br>17 PPG &amp; 10 RPG • 4 College Offers</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Little is a polished, efficient scorer who thrives in the midrange while still being dangerous at all three levels. Her footwork and shot fakes make her tough to defend, while her patience and control keep her effective under pressure. A consistent rebounder, she adds toughness on the glass to her scoring punch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Together, this group of wings represents the new standard in Alabama high school basketball. Their ability to score, defend, and impact the game in multiple ways makes them some of the most sought-after players in the region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->