All-Tournament Team

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL earned All-Tournament Team honors with another stellar defensive performance. Her presence was felt all over the floor, finishing with 6 rebounds and 4 steals. Blanchard came into the game tasked with shutting down one of the top sophomores in the state and country. Matched up against Blanchard — also known as “Off Night” — the highly touted guard experienced exactly why she’s earned that nickname. Blanchard’s physical defense and anticipation completely disrupted the matchup. The sophomore star was held to just 4 points under Blanchard’s relentless pressure.

Class of 2026 | State #2

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL , the #2 ranked player in her class, delivered a masterful defensive performance on the big stage. She held the state’s #3 ranked player to just 9 first-half points and completely shut her down in the third quarter. Blanchard set the tone with her physicality, discipline, and relentless effort on the defensive end. Her impact went beyond the box score, altering momentum with every stop. She earned All-Regional Team honors for her dominant two-way presence.

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL | 5’8” Senior Guard | Middle Tennessee State Commit

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL is an elite two-way guard whose relentless motor and physicality separate her from the pack. Averaging 16 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals per game, she impacts every possession with effort, toughness, and versatility.

Offensively, Blanchard is a true three-level scorer, capable of attacking downhill, scoring through contact, and knocking down perimeter shots. Her athleticism and strength allow her to finish in traffic and create advantages both in transition and the half court.

Defensively, she plays with pride and intensity, using her strength and instincts to disrupt opponents. At the high school level, she’s capable of guarding all five positions, switching across matchups and setting the tone on that end of the floor.

At her best, Blanchard is a relentless, high-impact guard whose two-way dominance and competitive edge make her a difference-maker at every level.

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL | 5’10” Senior Forward | Hoover High School (AL)

Middle Tennessee State Commit

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL is a tough, defense-driven forward whose impact begins with pressure, discipline, and competitive edge. Averaging 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists per game, she produces efficiently while staying within structure. A sharp-shooting, true three-level scorer, Blanchard can stretch the floor, attack closeouts, and finish through contact without forcing the action.

Defensively, her competitiveness separates her — she anticipates passing lanes, applies physical pressure, and generates 3 steals per game, often turning defense into early offense. She embraces tough matchups, rebounds her area, and plays with purpose on every possession. At her best, Blanchard is a high-trust two-way forward whose defense, shot-making, and energy directly fuel winning.

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL | 5’11” Senior Guard | Hoover High School (AL)

Middle Tennessee State Commit

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL is a strong, composed two-way guard whose game is built on efficiency and control. She’s a reliable three-level scorer, using her frame to get downhill, score through contact, and knock down perimeter shots in rhythm. Blanchard plays with patience, understanding when to attack and when to keep the offense organized. Defensively, her strength and instincts allow her to guard multiple perimeter spots and compete through switches. She rebounds her position and values possessions, making winning plays without forcing the action. At her best, Blanchard is a steady presence who impacts both ends and elevates team consistency.

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL | SF | Hoover High School (AL)

Class of 2026 | Middle Tennessee State Commit

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL is a versatile, physical wing whose impact extends across both ends of the floor. She’s a three-level scorer who can attack downhill, finish through contact, and step out to knock down open perimeter shots. Blanchard plays with poise and intent, creating advantages in transition and within the half court. Defensively, her strength and instincts allow her to guard multiple positions and compete through switches. She rebounds well from the wing and consistently turns stops into offensive opportunities. When aggressive, Blanchard shows the makeup of a winning, high-level connector with

Aaliyah is a speedy and strong guard who can shift into another gear on the court. She is tough to stop when attacking downhill and scores at every level. Her combination of speed, strength, and skill makes her a versatile threat. Blanchard is a solid signing for Middle Tennessee, and she will be an immediate impact player.

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL | 5’10” Guard | Hoover High (AL)

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL is a dynamic guard who makes an impact on both ends of the floor. She attacks the rim with speed and confidence, finishes through contact, and creates plays for teammates with her court vision.

On defense, she’s active and relentless — pressuring the ball, jumping passing lanes, and forcing turnovers that turn into fast-break opportunities. With her scoring, playmaking, and defensive intensity, Blanchard is one of Hoover High’s most explosive perimeter threats.

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL – 5’11 | Hoover
3-Time State Champion • 7A First Team All-State

Few players in Alabama know winning like Blanchard. A coveted two-way wing with multiple Division I offers, she brings toughness, hustle, and efficiency to every game. With a high motor and strong basketball IQ, she’s the ultimate glue player who elevates everyone around her.

Aaliyah Blanchard Aaliyah Blanchard 5'10" | CG Hoover | 2026 State #106 Nation AL is an athletic star who truly shines on both ends of the floor. As a lockdown guard, she consistently clamps down on opposing ball-handlers, using her quickness, agility, and relentless intensity to disrupt offensive flow and force turnovers. Her defensive prowess makes her an invaluable asset, often guarding the opponent’s best perimeter player.

Beyond her exceptional defense, Aaliyah also possesses the clutch gene, known for hitting big-time big shots when her team needs them most. Whether it’s a crucial basket to tie the game or a go-ahead score in the final moments, her ability to perform under pressure and deliver offensively complements her defensive tenacity, making her a formidable and complete player.