Notable Players In the Class C and B March Madness Tournament

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We would like to acknowledge the outstanding performance of key players in the recent Class C and Class B women's basketball tournaments, held during March Madness at the University Center in Hammond, Louisiana. These individuals include [player_tooltip player_id='947842' first='Payton' last='Herpin'] (Bell City), [player_tooltip player_id='1111411' first='Klancie' last='Hebert'] (Bell City), [player_tooltip player_id='879850' first='Annie' last='Thweatt'] (Zwolle), Pazilera Sanders (Zwolle), Avery Williams (Fairview), Ellie Goldman (Fairview), [player_tooltip player_id='1671432' first='Charley' last='Lentz'] (Pitkin), Natalee Nolen (Pitkin), [player_tooltip player_id='1322333' first='Olivia' last='Edwards'] (Simpson), [player_tooltip player_id='1143966' first='Bella' last='Hunnicutt'] (Simpson), Reese Jeane (Evans), Alexis Jeter (Evans), Sha'Diamond Frazier (Pleasant Hill), Ahyuana Harris (Pleasant Hill), Ja'Leigha Hobdy (Calvin), and Alexa Powell (Calvin).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Did you miss my most recent article? You can access it via the Link</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/03/class-c-and-class-b-state-finals-players-to-watch/">Class C and Class B State Finals-Players to Watch | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/03/class-c-and-b-semi-finals-players-to-observe/">Class C and B Semi Finals -Players to Observe | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/02/class-c-and-b-playoff-quarterfinals-players-to-observe/">Class C and B Playoff Quarterfinals: Players to Observe. | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/02/class-b-2026-playoff-first-round-players-to-watch/">Class B 2026 Playoff First Round- Players to Watch | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2026/02/class-c-2026-playoff-first-round-players-to-watch/">Class C 2026 Playoff First Round- Players to Watch | Prep Girls Hoops</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You are welcome to follow me on Instagram or X at @Coachlathan for additional content or upcoming announcements.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["943351"],"_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-69b0806c753c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Congratulations on securing your school's inaugural state championship title in the 20th-century Class B, and your first state title since 1995. This remarkable achievement, after a 31-year wait, is truly well-deserved. The journey was undoubtedly arduous, marked by challenging battles and closely contested games during the March Madness tournament held in Hammond for the Lady Tigers of Pitkin. Furthermore, congratulations are extended to the individual who was honored as the Game's MVP. This recognition is certainly fitting for such a gifted and talented player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1322333"],"_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-69b0806c7543d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Congratulations to the esteemed Lady Broncos of Simpson High School for their remarkable achievement in securing the Class B State Championship for the second consecutive year. Olivia has earned her second championship ring and has been honored with the MVP award following their victory over Pleasant Hill, marking her second MVP title. She is truly an exceptional team player and a driving force behind her team's success. Our sincerest congratulations once again on all of these outstanding accomplishments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1111411"],"_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-69b0806c7548f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1111411' first='Klancie' last='Hebert'], a player for Bell City, delivered an outstanding performance throughout the LHSAA March Madness women's basketball tournament playoffs. Klancie is a versatile scorer, adept at shooting from long range, driving to the basket, and maneuvering past defenders. She was a crucial asset to her team, contributing significantly to their success in reaching the state finals. In a particular game against Zwolle, she achieved 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Klancie is indeed a highly skilled and talented athlete. Congratulations on securing the State Runner-up title in the Class B state championship game of 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["879901"],"_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-69b0806c754e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ahyuana Harris, a talented player for the Lady Eagles of Pleasant Hill High School, known locally as P-Hill in Sabine Parish, is recognized for her exceptional skills. She is an adept ball handler and shooter, demonstrating a very physical and determined style of play on the court. Ahyuana was a crucial contributor in helping her team reach the Class C championship state finals in Hammond. Although the outcome was not what she and her team had hoped for, congratulations are extended for achieving the Class C state runner-up honors.</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_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":"Ja'Leigha Hobdy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Calvin High School","_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-69b0806c7559a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ja'Leigha Hobdy, a member of the Lady Cougars from Calvin High School, is part of the class of 2028 and proudly wears jersey number eleven on the basketball court. Ja'Leigha and her team were eliminated in the semifinals by the Pleasant Hill Lady Eagles. Ja'Leigha Hobdy had a remarkable basketball season, participating in 31 games where she averaged 15.5 points per game, 4.3 assists per game, 4.5 rebounds per game, 4.5 steals per game, and 0.5 blocks per game. Ja'Leigha Hobdy still has two more years to strive for a spot in the state finals. She is a highly talented young lady who is eager to further demonstrate her abilities next season, and we wish her all the best.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->