In Your Cards: 2026 Seniors Ready for the Next Chapter

As the 2026 class prepares to make the jump to the college level, these seniors leave behind more than just stats. Each one battled through adversity, embraced growth, and expanded her game in ways that will translate to the next level. Their journeys are different, but they all head to college with momentum on their side.    Even after battling back from injuries Ava remained one of the toughest guards to deal with in transition when the ball was in her hands. Her quickness and active hands made her a constant threat defensively, especially when she picked up full court and created steals. With her improved finishing at the rim to go along with her ability to shoot, she became much harder to guard because you couldn't key in on just one part of her game.     From her very first game at Columbine, Jordyn hit the ground running and immediately made her presence felt. She consistently impacted the floor offensively and stepped up in moments when her team needed production the most. Her ability to contribute right away set the tone for the rest of her high school career.     Braeden's growth over the past four years has been clear in every part of her game. While she has always been able to run the floor as a point guard and put teammates in the right spots, her scoring and shooting have taken major strides. That development has turned her into a well-rounded guard capable of both facilitating and finishing plays herself.     After working her way back from injury Kniyah became an important piece of a special Highlands Ranch team that made postseason noise. She found her rhythm offensively this season knocking down open looks from three and scoring from the mid-range. Her resilience and timing made her impact even more meaningful.     Gabby's growth over the past two years is a reflection of the work she's put in. Her senior season was filled with big performances where she provided a spark and steady production. Along with her scoring she consistently brought intensity and an edge on the defensive end.     Liana was a key piece to her team's strong season and someone opponents always had to account for. Known as a knockdown shooter with a quick release, she showed this year that her game had slowed down in the best way. She added the ability to put the ball on the floor, get to the rim, and facilitate, making her much more than just a perimeter threat.

As the 2026 class prepares to make the jump to the college level, these seniors leave behind more than just stats. Each one battled through adversity, embraced growth, and expanded her game in ways that will translate to the next level. Their journeys are different, but they all head to college with momentum on their side.