“Albertville Aggies Season Preview 2025–26”

Coming off a stellar 29-4 campaign, the Albertville Lady Aggies enter the new season with unfinished business. Under 7A Coach of the Year Natasha Smallwood, Albertville has built a reputation for toughness, chemistry, and relentless pace — traits that nearly carried them to the Final Four a year ago before falling to Hoover, 84–72, in the Elite 8. This season's group features a talented returning core led by [player_tooltip player_id='373866' first='Lani' last='Smallwood'], Kylie Butler, [player_tooltip player_id='1038993' first='Gracyn' last='Robeson'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1207455' first='Whitley' last='Booker'] — a mix of experience, skill, and hunger ready to push the Aggies back into championship contention.    [player_tooltip player_id='373866' first='Lani' last='Smallwood'] | 5'8” Guard | Class of 2026 Mississippi State Commit | 23PPG, 9RPG, 2.7APG, 4SPG | 7A Player of the Year | 1st Team All-State | 2,000+ Point Scorer   [player_tooltip player_id='373866' first='Lani' last='Smallwood'] plays with the confidence and command of a proven star. The 5'8” guard brings elite scoring instincts, toughness, and leadership to every game. She thrives in transition, attacking downhill with speed and control, while her ability to create her own shot at all three levels makes her nearly impossible to contain.   Defensively, Smallwood sets the tone with her energy and anticipation — turning pressure into points and leading by example. Her motor never stops, and her production speaks for itself.   A 7A Player of the Year and Mississippi State commit, Lani is a complete guard who competes, leads, and delivers when it matters most.     [player_tooltip player_id='381325' first='Mylie' last='Butler'] | 5'7” Point Guard | Class of 2027 15.4PPG, 4.2RPG, 4.7APG, 2.5SPG | 3rd Team All-State | 1,000+ Point Scorer   [player_tooltip player_id='381325' first='Mylie' last='Butler'] is a poised, high-IQ point guard who controls the game with pace, precision, and confidence. She's a true floor general — breaking down defenses off the dribble, finding open teammates, and scoring efficiently at all three levels. A consistent three-point threat, Butler stretches the floor with her smooth shooting stroke and quick release, keeping defenses honest and opening lanes for her teammates.   Defensively, she's as dependable as they come — applying steady pressure, anticipating passes, and creating turnovers that lead to transition points. Her composure and leadership make her the heartbeat of any lineup.   [player_tooltip player_id='381325' first='Mylie' last='Butler'] is a skilled, tough, and unselfish guard — a proven playmaker who leads by example and impacts winning on both ends of the floor.     [player_tooltip player_id='1038993' first='Gracyn' last='Robeson'] | 5'9” Guard | Class of 2027 7PPG, 3.5RPG, 1.8SPG   [player_tooltip player_id='1038993' first='Gracyn' last='Robeson'] is a steady, high-effort guard who plays with confidence and purpose on both ends of the floor. She attacks with control, knocks down shots in rhythm, and makes smart reads within the offense. Robeson's feel for spacing and timing allows her to create opportunities for herself and her teammates.   Defensively, she brings hustle and focus — using her quickness and instincts to pressure the ball and jump passing lanes. Robeson competes every possession and impacts the game with effort, awareness, and toughness.   A dependable guard who does the little things that lead to winning.     [player_tooltip player_id='1207455' first='Whitley' last='Booker'] | 6'1” Forward | Class of 2029 5.8 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 1.2 BPG   [player_tooltip player_id='1207455' first='Whitley' last='Booker'] is a young forward already making her mark. At 6'1”, she uses her length and athleticism to rebound and protect the rim—averaging 5.8 boards and 1.2 blocks a game.    Offensively, she operates with a developing touch and shows real promise around the basket.   She brings energy, effort, and steady improvement to the floor every game. As an 8th-grader she was already playing at the varsity level and earning All-County recognition, pointing to a high ceiling for what's ahead.   Booker's blend of hustle, growth-mindset and early varsity experience make her a player to keep an eye on.     Mylee West | 5'8” Point Guard | Class of 2026 1.4PPG, 1RPG   Mylee West is a composed, team-first guard who plays with purpose and poise. She makes smart decisions with the ball, values possessions, and sets the tone with her unselfish play. West shows good court vision and understands how to get her teammates involved while staying ready to knock down open shots.   Defensively, she competes with focus and effort, staying active in passing lanes and providing steady perimeter defense. Mylee West brings consistency, leadership, and effort — the kind of player who makes winning plays that don't always show up in the box score.    With proven leadership on the sidelines and a battle-tested roster on the floor, Albertville has every ingredient for another special run. The returning group knows what it takes to win — and more importantly, how it feels to fall just short. Expect the Lady Aggies to play with purpose, poise, and a point to prove. Under Coach Smallwood's guidance, the mission this season is clear: finish the job.

Coming off a stellar 29-4 campaign, the Albertville Lady Aggies enter the new season with unfinished business. Under 7A Coach of the Year Natasha Smallwood, Albertville has built a reputation for toughness, chemistry, and relentless pace — traits that nearly carried them to the Final Four a year ago before falling to Hoover, 84–72, in the Elite 8. This season's group features a talented returning core led by Lani Smallwood Lani Smallwood 5'7" | CG Albertville | 2026 State AL , Kylie Butler, Gracyn Robeson Gracyn Robeson 5'9" Albertville | 2027 State AL , and Whitley Booker Whitley Booker 6'1" | C Albertville | 2029 State AL — a mix of experience, skill, and hunger ready to push the Aggies back into championship contention.