Alyssa Stanford Alyssa Stanford 5'11" | PF/SF Heritage-Leesburg | 2026 State VA is a walking double-double every time she steps out on the court. She scores at all three levels and dominated games for an outstanding Heritage team all year. She is a terrific defender and collects rebounds at will. She finishes over and through players consistently and can play as a wing or big. She finished the year as the region player of the year.

Stanford serves as the backbone of Heritage’s lineup, anchoring both ends of the floor with her physical presence and versatility. The Region Player of the Year consistently delivers as a double-double threat, highlighted by her 23-point, 10-rebounds performance in the state quarterfinals. Stanford combines strength and skill to finish through contact while also defending multiple positions effectively. Her ability to protect the paint, secure rebounds, and facilitate when needed makes her a true interior-exterior hybrid. As a senior leader, she sets the tone with consistency, toughness, and production.

Stanford finished her senior season as one of the most dominant players in the region, earning Region 4C and Dulles District Player of the Year honors. A true interior-exterior hybrid, she anchored the Pride on both ends with her ability to score inside, stretch defenses with her jumper, and defended multiple positions. Stanford delivered several standout performances, including a 26-point outing fueled by strong mid-range shooting and pick-and-pop scoring. In the regional playoffs, she recorded another big double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds, sealing the game with clutch free throws late. She continued her strong postseason in the state quarterfinal win over Charlottesville with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists, showcasing the leadership and production that defined Heritage’s frontcourt.

Stanford, the Region C and Dulles District Player of the Year, serves as the centerpiece of Heritage’s lineup. In the state quarterfinal win over Charlottesville, she recorded a double-double with 23 points and 10 rebounds, while also adding 4 assists. Stanford combines size, versatility, and physical play to score inside and defend multiple positions. Her leadership and consistent production make her the focal point of Heritage’s frontcourt.

Alyssa Stanford Alyssa Stanford 5'11" | PF/SF Heritage-Leesburg | 2026 State VA had another big double-double for Heritage. Early in this game, Alyssa did an outstanding job using her floater, and it was her best weapon in the first half. She was a little off shooting her jumper, but she did great work in the paint all game. Alyssa had a handful of game-sealing free throws late and finished with 22 points and 10 rebounds.

Stanford anchors Heritage on both ends as a true interior-exterior hybrid. She uses her size and strength to finish through contact while also defending multiple positions effectively. Her presence in the paint alters shots and secures key rebounds. As a senior leader, she sets the standard for the Pride’s frontcourt.

Alyssa Stanford Alyssa Stanford 5'11" | PF/SF Heritage-Leesburg | 2026 State VA had a great day as a jump shooter. She had a lot of mid-range and knocked down a handful of threes. Alyssa did most of her work catching and shooting, and was a big threat picking and popping. Her touch is fantastic, and you see that on her shorter mid-range shots, which often get nice bounces. She finished with a game-high 26 points in a Heritage win.

Understands how to move without the ball in her hand! She’s adept at cutting to the basket and consistently knocking down shots. On defense, Alyssa consistency makes her a disruptive force, keeping her opponents on their toes. She single handedly took over the state tile game at an elite level on both ends of the court!

Alyssa Stanford Alyssa Stanford 5'11" | PF/SF Heritage-Leesburg | 2026 State VA dominated for Heritage this year in their state title-winning season. I knew a little about Alyssa heading into the year, but after watching her more, there were not many players who raised their stock to me more than her. Alyssa dominated in the state final, which capped off an amazing year for her. She racked up double-doubles and was a big part of one of the best defenses in NOVA.

Alyssa Stanford Alyssa Stanford 5'11" | PF/SF Heritage-Leesburg | 2026 State VA was undoubtedly the player of the day in Heritages’ win over Salem. Alyssa dominated the glass, and she hit a number of mid-ranges. She hit a big three late in the 3rd to stretch Heritage’s lead from 7 to 10. She also had an and 1 dagger after Salem got back into the game late. Alyssa had 23 points and 15 rebounds to give Heritage their first state title.