MacKenzie Ortscheid is officially in the record books for Northwest Cabarrus becoming the all time leading scorer, and she certainly isn’t finished yet.  She knows exactly how to go to work off the pass flashing in the paint, grabbing the ball, and making her adjustment to get the right position for two points.  She doesn’t just score inside the perimeter as her shot from deep is on point.  She does a little bit of everything for her team getting inside for rebounds and using her length to cause disruptions on defense.

Mackenzie Ortscheid Mackenzie Ortscheid 5'11" | SF Northwest Cabarrus | 2026 State NC is yet again making herself a double-double machine.  She’s tough on the boards on both ends of the court, and she goes to work right off these boards whether it’s pushing it up the court or making her points off the offensive glass.  Her jab step has been lethal getting her shot up off the dribble with an open look even from around the perimeter.  Her post moves are sure to create space with her quick footwork and strength to get into position.

Mackenzie Ortscheid Mackenzie Ortscheid 5'11" | SF Northwest Cabarrus | 2026 State NC battles on the block for every possession and rebound.  She gets inside using her own power dribbles, or she flashes in the paint looking for the pass from the wing.  She’s tough on defense, too, and she is constantly talking to her teammates making sure everyone is on the same page.  

She is the primary player opponents have to look to contain if hoping to earn a victory over Northwest Cabarrus and is primed for success at the next level. Ortscheid was recently offered from Goldey-Beacom in Delaware as well as in-state school Lees-McRae. This was in addition to offers she already had from Mars Hill, Barton College and Davis & Elkins. Ortscheid’s Trojans concluded last season with a solid 20-6 record and is making the move from 3A to 5A. Ortscheid posted career numbers last season – in the 26 games she played with Northwest Cabarrus in 2024-25, she averaged 17.7 points, 8.4 rebounds and 5.3 steals a contest. Ortscheid has also played volleyball throughout her athletic career. 

Mackenzie Ortscheid Mackenzie Ortscheid 5'11" | SF Northwest Cabarrus | 2026 State NC has been an asset on the court for both of her teams for years as she knows exactly how to step into the right role based on the personnel on the court.  She’s been dominant on the block being able to grab boards and use her footwork to score some points.  She’s been expanding the court as well knocking down shots from deep and attacking the basket from the top of the key.  She is aggressive on defense knowing how to protect the basket.

Another multi-sport forward who has experience in volleyball in addition to hoops. Last season at 3A Northwest Cabarrus she averaged 11.7 points, six rebounds and 2.9 steals a game in the 27 contests she played for the Trojans. She led Northwest Cabarrus to a 20-7 record and a 13-3 mark in its South Piedmont Conference. After spending a bit of time wearing the 1 of 1 Prep uniform, Ortscheid will indeed return to the Trojans for 2024-25. The highly talented 5-foot-11 Lady Attack Elite standout landed an offer from Davis & Elkins at the beginning of the calendar year and has since added one from Barton College as of August. 

Mackenzie Ortscheid Mackenzie Ortscheid 5'11" | SF Northwest Cabarrus | 2026 State NC has been a threat on the block for her entire career as she knows how to use her footwork and strength to get into position and make a play.  As she’s continued her high school career, she’s expanded the floor being able to knock down her shot from around the arc.  She knows how to get smart passes into her teammates, and she pushes the tempo with her full court passes finding her teammates on fast breaks.

Another product of Lady Attack Elite , Ortscheid has a very full athletic plate throughout the year. In addition to basketball, she has also played volleyball during her time at Northwest. Ortscheid is coming off a 2023-24 where she averaged 11.7 points, six rebounds and 2.9 steals in 27 games. Those 27 games saw the 3A Trojans finish with a 20-7 record. During the season, Ortscheid landed an offer from Davis & Elkins in West Virginia and recently landed another offer from Barton College. Expect those offers to continue to pour in over the next couple of years for this talented junior.