In 3 games she posted 43 points, 6 boards, and 4 assists. Her ability to score the rock was on display as she sank key buckets for her club in clutch moments. She stepped it up big time for her club, giving them great opportunities at each contest. This kid is a hard-working young lady who has done nothing but add to her game over the course of the year. A solid ballplayer who had a tremendous senior season.

On York Institute’s run to an appearance in the state final, senior Emma Pile Emma Pile 5'9" | SF York Institute | 2026 State TN continually stood out.

In all three of the games they played at Murfreesboro, all the point margins were eight points or below. In the tightly contested games, they needed some players to hit big shots. This was especially true in their two-point win in the semi-finals against Loretto. The senior Pile was ready for this moment.

She went on to score a game-high 19 points, which included her going 4-7 from distance. Pile as a shooter is mainly just a catch-and-shoot threat. But in this, she can break games with her shooting. This was seen in a game against Monterey High School in her junior season, where she made 15 three-pointers. Pile is also capable of creating points in the paint and does not shy away from contact. Against Loretto in this year’s state tournament, she had an and-one layup.

This talented senior whose going to Maryville, stepped it up as her number was called. Finishing with 19 points, she was 4-7 from the arc, hitting her 3s when her team needed it the most. This talented senior was ready for her moment, having become accustomed to playing on this stage. With the opportunity to advance within her sights, she dialed it up, becoming the sparkplug for her team. A versatile kid who truly is a selfless ballplayer prevailed in the moment to help her club advance.

She’s a sniper who had a tremendous game last night. 22 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, she was all over the place as she helped her club obtain the W. She’s a hungry individual who has always been one to prepare for the big moment. She’s a gamer and has gotten better over the years. Plays with poise, confident, she knows how to exploit a team’s weakness and not force the issue. Her ball club is no stranger to producing during this time of the year. With Emma’s ability to knock it down and contribute in multiple areas, the Lady Dragonettes will be looking to once again punch their ticket to the Glass House.

Low post threat heading to Maryville next season. She controls the painted area. Offensively, she will finish through contact and create second-chance opportunities. I love her footwork she displays around the blocks. Defensively, she is going to hold it down in the low post area, making it hard for opponents to operate, controlling the boards. She is a talented kid who impacts the Dragonettes ballclub. Look for her to be tough and physical down low as they compete and get back to the state this season.

She’s hot! Her team dominated Monterey but it was her performance that’s one for the record books. She finished with 47 points, which is a program record. She knocked down 15 threes, which is tied for second most in TSSAA history. I told you the Dragonettes were on a mission. Look for her and her teammates to build off performances like this as they approach the postseason.

This young lady has had a solid career for the Lady Dragoneets thus far. For starters, she’s a young lady who can do work on the interior as well as step out and stretch the floor. She is active in the defensive end, grabbing boards, getting steals, and blocking shots. She has played a big-time role this year for her club and continues to do so. Last night she finished with 17p has her club improved to 20-5. Look for her to carry her style of play into the postseason as her club looks to bring home the trophy this year.