New Mexico Class of 2027: Top Scorers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the Class of 2027 enters its senior year, New Mexico's girls' basketball community is buzzing with excitement. The 2025-26 season marked the completion of their junior campaigns, in which several standouts delivered impressive scoring performances across all classifications. From dominant post players controlling the paint to skilled perimeter threats and versatile wings, this group showcased both volume scoring and impressive efficiency.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This State Report launches our series by highlighting the top scorers in total points and points per game (PPG) for the Class of 2027. These stats capture consistency, skill, and the ability to produce night after night throughout a demanding high school season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:table {"className":"is-style-stripes"} --> <figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Player</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>School</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>Total Points</strong></td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center"><strong>PPG</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='839425' first='Harper' last='Dunn']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Albuquerque Academy</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1,769</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">18.2</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='1058902' first='Tayla' last='Proffitt']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Roy/Mosquero</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1,347</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">11.5</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='839429' first='Ryah' last='Carlson']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Cottonwood Classical Prep</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1,119</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">13.0</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='839433' first='Bri' last='Bishop']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Hope Christian</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1,109</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">11.0</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='1226885' first='Lethia' last='Yazzie']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Newcomb</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1,040</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">12.0</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='1058922' first='Cambree' last='Benavidez']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Tucumcari</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">1,037</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">12.2</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='901167' first='Faith' last='Linares']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Ruidoso</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">997</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">12.6 *</td></tr><tr><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">[player_tooltip player_id='839428' first='Trinity' last='Calabaza']</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">Bernalillo</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">979</td><td class="has-text-align-center" data-align="center">11.7 *</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*Minimum 60 games played. PPG leaders with high volume are also highlighted for their scoring efficiency. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='839425' first='Harper' last='Dunn'] (Academy)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dunn stands out as the clear leader. The 6'6” phenom ranks nationally (No. 33) and holds offers from top Division I programs. A dominant interior force, she has expanded her offensive game while posting class-high totals: 83 double-figure games, 42 outings of 20+ points, nine 30-point performances, and two explosive 40-point games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1058902' first='Tayla' last='Proffitt'] (Roy/Mosquero)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Proffitt brings bruising physicality and relentless competitiveness to the Blues. Highly efficient around the rim, she has delivered 64 double-figure games, 19 games of 20+ points, and a career-high 34-point explosion.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='839429' first='Ryah' last='Carlson'] (Cottonwood Classical Prep)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carlson emerges as one of 3A's premier perimeter threats. A multilevel scorer and primary option for the Coyotes, she lights it up when in rhythm, recording 61 double-figure games, 16 games of 20+, and a 31-point high.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='839433' first='Bri' last='Bishop'] (Hope Christian)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bishop is a versatile 6'0” wing who attacks inside and stretches the floor. She boasts 52 double-figure games, 15 outings of 20+, one 30-point game, and a standout 42-point performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1226885' first='Lethia' last='Yazzie'] (Newcomb)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yazzie is a shifty 5'6” point guard whose quickness off the dribble makes her tough to stop. She has tallied 52 double-figure games, 12 games of 20+, and a 32-point career best.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1058922' first='Cambree' last='Benavidez'] (Tucumcari)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Benavidez shines as a savvy wing who draws heavy defensive attention in the half-court. She has posted 52 double-figure games, 12 games of 20+, and a 36-point high.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='901167' first='Faith' last='Linares'] (Ruidoso)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Linares has developed into a steady, reliable, multilevel scorer for the Warriors. She has 56 double-figure games, nine 20-point outings, and a 33-point performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='839428' first='Trinity' last='Calabaza'] (Bernalillo)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Calabaza serves as a strong interior presence who excels on the offensive glass and creates second-chance opportunities. She has recorded 55 double-figure games and six 20-point games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This Class of 2027 features scorers with diverse and impactful skill sets. As they head into their final high school season, expect continued growth and big performances as they chase championships.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Stay tuned for the next State Report featuring the New Mexico Class of 2028 Girls Basketball Points Leaders.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Disclaimer:</em></strong> All statistics cited are sourced from MaxPreps and depend on coaches and programs promptly entering game data. Rankings reflect a combination of observed performance, stats, team context, and projected potential.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->