Aaliyah made sure everyone saw the improvements in her game this season showing she can carry the offensive load when needed. She defended multiple positions and took what the defense gave her instead of forcing shots at the rim. Her ability to control the tempo while impacting both ends makes her one of the more complete seniors in the class.

Aaliyah Broadus Aaliyah Broadus 5'10" | CG/SG Cherokee Trail | 2026 State CO is Cherokee Trail’s number one option, who annihilates defenses across all three levels of the floor on offense. Chalking up a monstrous 29 points on 10/13 from the field and 9/9 from the foul stripe, Broadus is unfazed by any pressure coming her way. Broadus brings an energy to the table that speaks volumes to her game. The 5’10 combo guard can shoot over any defender while crashing the glass for rebounds. This was showcased through her additional 9 boards she brought down to secure Cherokee Trail a ticket to the Final Four.

Broadus is Cherokee Trail’s go-to scorer and emotional leader, pouring in over 16 points and grabbing 7 rebounds per game. She finishes creatively around bigger defenders and stretches the floor with her three-point shooting, forcing opponents to pick their poison. On defense, Broadus cleans the glass and provides tough physicality. She stands strong against defensive pressure, a skill that will be vital against Northfield’s relentless full-court press.

While her team caught fire in the fourth quarter to blow the game open Aaliyah was the steady presence from start to finish. She found her rhythm offensively finishing through contact in the paint and knocking down shots from beyond the arc. Her balance helped set the tone long before the late-game surge.

Aaliyah Broadus Aaliyah Broadus 5'10" | CG/SG Cherokee Trail | 2026 State CO has been a strong force on the boards for the Cherokee Trail Cougars. According to MaxPreps, she’s averaging 7.9 RPG this season, ranking among her team’s top rebounders and showcasing her consistent presence on both ends of the hardwood. In a key recent outing against Smoky Hill, Broadus backed up her scoring with a 12-rebound double-double effort, helping the Cougars control the paint and secure the win. Broadus’ rebounding tenacity over the past few games has been a catalyst for Cherokee Trail, lengthening extra possessions and anchoring the team’s effort on the glass.

Aaliyah Broadus Aaliyah Broadus 5'10" | CG/SG Cherokee Trail | 2026 State CO secured 9 rebounds, helping Cherokee Trail seal the deal. Broadus boxes out her matchup and won’t let up until she has the ball in her hands. Swinging the ball around while finding creative ways to get to the rim, furthermore, proves her grit and toughness on the hardwood. Broadus utilizes her 5’10 frame to shoot over opponents and cause havoc on defense.

She let the game come to her early impacting the first half with jumpers and defense. In the second half, she flipped the switch and took over in the paint. Her physicality and finishing inside changed the flow of the game.

Aaliyah stands out as the point forward in the conference making the game look easy on the offensive end. She can score efficiently both inside and out while still serving as a steady leader for her team. On top of that, she leads her squad in rebounds and blocks, highlighting her all-around impact.

Whenever her team needed a basket, Aaliyah consistently delivered, no matter the situation or moment in the game. She knocked down timely threes and paired that with strong, in-game drives to the rim. Those plays directly translated into wins and momentum swings for her team.

Broadus can light it up from deep. Whether it is a catch-and-shoot or off the bounce, she is an outstanding three-point shooter. She runs the floor well and knows how to get to her spots. She can handle the ball and finish well through contact.  Broadus excels defensively by reading passing lanes and forcing turnovers with active hands.