Class 3A State Championship

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The <strong>3A State Championship</strong> featured Saint James facing Mobile Christian with redemption on the line for the Trojans. After finishing as the 3A runner-up last season, Saint James entered the game determined not to let history repeat itself. Their young and talented group delivered a dominant performance on both ends of the floor. Saint James shot the ball exceptionally well, knocking down 11 of 22 three-pointers while overwhelming Mobile Christian defensively. By forcing 29 turnovers and controlling the tempo throughout, Saint James secured an emphatic <strong>81–34 victory to claim the 3A State Championship</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["981283"],"_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-69af574a3ff79"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Final Four MVP</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='981283' first='Natalie' last='Barton'] earned Final Four MVP honors with a complete all-around performance. She finished with 18 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists, and 5 steals while impacting every area of the game. Barton controlled the tempo offensively and consistently created opportunities for her teammates. A true two-way player, she made plays on both ends of the floor. As a three-level playmaker, she can score from deep, attack the rim, or facilitate for others. Her leadership and versatility were key in leading her team to the championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1165218"],"_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-69af574a3ffe3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>All-Tournament Team</strong> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1165218' first='Kaitlin' last='Mitchell'] earned All-Tournament Team honors with a strong two-way performance. She finished with 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 steals while impacting the game across the floor. Mitchell is an elite two-way player who competes with intensity on every possession. As a three-level scorer, she can stretch defenses from deep while also attacking the rim. Her defensive activity and scoring versatility helped fuel her team's championship run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1207426"],"_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-69af574a4002a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>All-Tournament Team</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1207426' first='Jordyn' last='McRae'] earned All-Tournament Team honors with her all-around impact. She finished with 6 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 5 steals, and a block. McRae contributed across the stat sheet, making winning plays in multiple areas. A true two-way player, she competed with energy on both ends of the floor. Her defensive activity and versatility helped set the tone throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1207423"],"_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-69af574a4006c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1207423' first='Morgan' last='Lilly'] delivered a strong all-around performance with 11 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 3 steals. The two-way guard made her presence felt on both ends of the floor. Offensively, she showcased her ability as a three-level scorer, attacking the defense in multiple ways. Defensively, her activity helped generate turnovers and transition opportunities. Lilly's versatility and effort were key to her team's success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Hadley Kelly","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Mobile Christian","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69af574a40105"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>All-Tournament Team</strong> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hadley Kelly had an impressive Final Four showing, highlighted by a dominant semifinal performance. She nearly recorded a 20/20 game with 19 points, 18 rebounds, and 6 blocks. Kelly controlled the paint on both ends, protecting the rim and dominating the glass. In the championship game, she added 4 points, 5 rebounds, and a block while continuing to anchor the defense. Her size, rebounding, and shot-blocking made her a constant presence throughout the weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->