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2024-25 GHSA Girls Basketball All-State Honors


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DISCLAIMER: These are Sandy’s Spiel All-State Selections. The GHSA does NOT select All-State Teams.

All-Georgia

Sandy’s Spiel Miss Basketball: Hailee Swain, Holy Innocents’, Sr.

FIRST TEAM
G – C’India Dennis, Creekside, So.
G – Hailee Swain, Holy Innocents’, Sr.
G – Kate Harpring, Marist, Jr.
G – Kie’Aundria Acree, Monroe, So.
W – Bella Ragone, Mill Creek, Jr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Morghan Reckley, Sandy Creek, Fr.
G – London Smith, Newton, So.
F – Kayla Cleaveland, River Ridge, Sr.
F – Jessica Fields, Mt. Paran, Sr.
F – Danielle Osho, Hebron Christian, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Tatum Brown, Grayson, Sr.
G – Lydia Ledford, Buford, Jr.
G – Londyn Walker, Milton, Sr.
G – Giaunni Rogers, St. Francis, So.
G – Leah DeWitt, Marietta, Fr.
W – London Weaver, North Forsyth, Sr.
W – Finley Parker, River Ridge, So.
W – Jocelyn Faison, Langston Hughes, Sr.
C – Ja’kerra Butler, Hebron Christian, Sr.
C – Janaye Walker, Baldwin, Sr.
C – Lyric Green, Dodge County, Sr.

Class AAAAAA

Coach of the Year: Jawan Bailey, Newton (25-5; State Champs; First title in program history; Beat four ranked teams in state playoffs; Beat Grayson for state title after losing three times; Improved from 19-12)
Player of the Year: London Smith, Newton, So.
Freshman of the Year: Leah DeWitt, Marietta
Best Scorer: Leah DeWitt, Marietta, Fr.
Best Shooter: Avery Huffman, Denmark, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Kyann Senior, Marietta, So.
Best Passer: Ansley Dunn, Cherokee, Fr.
Best Shot Blocker: Aeris Macon, Hillgrove, Jr.
Most Underrated: Alex Whitecliffe, Cherokee, Sr.
Most Improved: E’miah Fields, Buford, So. (Improved from 7.7 ppg/6 rpg/2 apg/1 spg to 18 ppg/9 rpg/3 apg/3 spg)
Most Improved Team: Brookwood 18-12 (Improved from 7-22; Region 7 Runner-Up; Sweet 16)

FIRST TEAM
G – Tatum Brown, Grayson, Sr.
G – London Smith, Newton, So.
G – Lydia Ledford, Buford, Jr.
W – Bella Ragone, Mill Creek, Jr.
W – London Weaver, North Forsyth, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Nalani Gainey, Central Gwinnett, Jr.
G – Daija Preston, Carrollton, Sr.
G – Leah DeWitt, Marietta, Fr.
G – Coco Rudolph, Grayson, Jr.
W – Ava Andrews, North Paulding, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Justyce McCoy, Brookwood, Jr.
G – Ansley Dunn, Cherokee, Fr.
G – Madison Moody, Cherokee, Jr.
G – Kaci Demps, Lowndes, Sr.
G – Annarose Tyre, Lambert, Sr.
G – Kaleigh Heywood, Collins Hill, Jr.
G – Gabbie Gliatta, North Forsyth, Jr.
W – E’miah Fields, Buford, So.
W – Miyah Holmes, Carrollton, Sr.
F – Morgan Landrum, North Paulding, So.
F – Justus Fitzgerald, Norcross, Sr.

Class AAAAA

Coach of the Year: Jason Taylor, River Ridge (31-1; State Champs; Undefeated in Georgia; 12 wins vs. teams in final Top 10; Rallied from 12-point fourth quarter deficit in state championship)
Player of the Year: Kayla Cleaveland, River Ridge, Sr.
Freshman of the Year: Madelyn Drucker, Jackson County
Best Scorer: Nariah Nelson, Veterans, Jr.
Best Shooter: Sha’nya Heath, Arabia Mountain, So.
Best Rebounder: Kobi Barnes, Lakeside-Evans, Jr.
Best Passer: Sophia Pearl, River Ridge, Sr.
Best Shot Blocker: Kobi Barnes, Lakeside-Evans, Jr.
Most Underrated: Gabriella Benjamin, Lakeside-DeKalb, So.
Most Improved: Devin Furgess, New Manchester, So. (Improved from 6.7 ppg/2 rpg/2.3 apg/0.5 spg to 15.9 ppg/3.1 rpg/3.5 apg/1.8 spg)
Most Improved Team:
 Evans 24-4 (Improved from 5-22; Sub-Region 1 Regular Season Champion; State Playoff Berth)

FIRST TEAM
G – Sophia Pearl, River Ridge, Sr.
G – Londyn Walker, Milton, Sr.
W – Jocelyn Faison, Langston Hughes, Sr.
W – Finley Parker, River Ridge, So.
F – Kayla Cleaveland, River Ridge, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Cornelia Ellington, Langston Hughes, Sr.
G – Nariah Nelson, Veterans, Jr.
W – Parris Parham, Bradwell Institute, Sr.
F – Nimah Ibidunni, Alexander, So.
C – Kobi Barnes, Lakeside-Evans, Jr.

Honorable Mention
G – Chabria Tate, Evans, So.
G – Sha’nya Heath, Arabia Mountain, So.
G – J’Bionna Robinson, Morrow, Sr.
G – Kailyn Hamby, Creekview, Jr.
G – Makayla Roberson, River Ridge, Jr.
G – Abbey Bensman, Pope, Jr.
G – Lauryn Dennis-Cooper, Woodward Academy, Jr.
G – Kayla Whitner, Woodward Academy, Sr.
G – Jermiya Winston, Rome, Sr.
C – Lexie Bradford, Coffee, Jr.
C – Amilya Taft, Creekview, Sr.

Class AAAA

Coach of the Year: Akennia Ellis, Creekside (32-0; State Champs; First title in program history; Only one in-state win by single digits)
Player of the Year: C’India Dennis, Creekside, So.
Freshman of the Year: Leah Pollack, North Oconee
Best Scorer: Kate Harpring, Marist, Jr.
Best Shooter: Hailey Hiddema, East Forsyth, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Kendall Wells, North Oconee, Sr.
Best Passer: C’India Dennis, Creekside, So.
Best Shot Blocker: Hailey Wortmann, Midtown, Jr,
Most Underrated: Kate Bobo, North Oconee, Jr.
Most Improved: Layla Adams, Union Grove, So. (Improved from 2.1 ppg/1.9 rpg/0.3 apg/0.2 bpg to 10.8 ppg/9.3 rpg/1.4 apg/1.7 bpg)
Most Improved Team:
 Drew 14-10 (Improved from 1-22)

FIRST TEAM
G – C’India Dennis, Creekside, So.
G – Devin Bockman, Midtown, Jr.
G – Aubriyana Camp, Dalton, So.
G – Kate Harpring, Marist, Jr.
C – Kendall Wells, North Oconee, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Cayden Cornish, Maynard Jackson, Jr.
G – Trinitee Thomas, Warner Robins, So.
W – Teaira Kelley, Walnut Grove, Sr.
W – Kennedy Deese, Kell, Jr.
C – Hailey Wortmann, Midtown, Jr.

Honorable Mention
G – Ja’Niya Broome, Harris County, Sr.
G – Korevanna Slaughter, Warner Robins, Sr.
G – Mya Anderson, Jones County, Sr.
G – Laura Frances Willis, North Oconee, Jr.
G – Tamariana Bivins, Northview, Jr.
G – Ayla Heard, East Forsyth, Sr.
G – Taylor Crawford, Hiram, Sr.
G – Kahli Ingram, Stockbridge, Sr.
W – Rhianna Mateyka, Ware County, Sr.
W – Aijah Manning, Ola, Sr.
C – Lindsey Kopacek, Starr’s Mill, So.

Class AAA

Coach of the Year: Kassie Scott, Cherokee Bluff (25-8; State Champs; First title in program history; Three-seed in Region 8 Tournament before winning Region Championship)
Player of the Year: Kie’Aundria Acree, Monroe, So.
Freshman of the Year: Morghan Reckley, Sandy Creek
Best Scorer: Kie’Aundria Acree, Monroe, So.
Best Shooter: Emma Lightsey, White County, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Janaye Walker, Baldwin, Sr.
Best Passer: Kayla Lopez, Heritage-Catoosa, Sr.
Best Shot Blocker: Kie’Aundria Acree, Monroe, So.
Most Underrated: Camdyn Carter, Heritage-Catoosa, So.
Most Improved: Suri Clark, Baldwin, So. (Improved from 2.7 ppg/3.1 rpg/0.7 spg to 10.8 ppg/7.7 rpg/1.7 spg)
Most Improved Team:
 Sandy Creek 23-7 (Improved from 10-15; Region 2 Runner-Up; Sweet 16)

FIRST TEAM
G – Morghan Reckley, Sandy Creek, Fr.
G – Ellison Steinhauer, Pickens, Jr.
G – Claire Carlson, Cherokee Bluff, Jr.
G – Kie’Aundria Acree, Monroe, So.
C – Janaye Walker, Baldwin, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Bristol Kersh, Cherokee Bluff, So.
G – Julie Azeltine, Oconee County, Sr.
G – Michel Robbins, Jefferson, So.
F – Kylie Watkins, White County, Sr.
F – Jasmine Baxter, Luella, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Sa’Niah Dorsey, Calhoun, Sr.
G – Emeri Billings, Jefferson, Sr.
G – Taylor McKinzy, Monroe, So.
G – Emma Lightsey, White County, Sr.
G – Aniyah Browner, Jenkins, Jr.
G – Mariah Reid, Beach, So.
G – Jatiana Chambers, Dougherty, Sr.
W – Megan Ohonde, Fayette County, Sr.
W – Kassidy Neal, Baldwin, Sr.
F – Macie Collins, Heritage-Catoosa, Sr.
F – Eva Bishop, Dawson County, Sr.

Class AA

Coach of the Year: Kelly Ellison, Hardaway (26-6; State Champs; First title in program history; 39-point average margin of victory in state playoffs)
Player of the Year: Rhianna Boynton, Hardaway, So.
Freshman of the Year: Blaklee Ledford, Murray County
Best Scorer: Christen Collins, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe, Sr.
Best Shooter: Jaden Young, Morgan County, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Rhianna Boynton, Hardaway, So.
Best Passer: Blaklee Ledford, Murray County, Fr.
Best Shot Blocker: Akilah Shelton, Hardaway, Sr.
Most Underrated: Alexandria Berk, Spencer, Sr.
Most Improved: Rhianna Boynton, Hardaway, So. (Improved from 4.6 ppg/5.6 rpg/0.3 apg/0.8 spg/1.9 bpg to 17.4 ppg/11.9 rpg/1 apg/2.2 spg/1.9 bpg)
Most Improved Team:
 KIPP Atlanta 15-12 (Improved from 0-17; State Playoff Berth)

FIRST TEAM
G – Kerri Fluellen, Josey, Jr.
G – Blaklee Ledford, Murray County, Fr.
G – Jesstynie Scott, Sumter County, Sr.
W – Mikayla Johnson, Hardaway, Sr.
F – Rhianna Boynton, Hardaway, So.

SECOND TEAM
G – Jaden Young, Morgan County, Sr.
G – Callan Ledford, Murray County, Jr.
W – Jada Kendrick, Thomson, Sr.
W – Shaniya Sanders, Josey, Sr.
F – Akilah Shelton, Hardaway, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Christen Collins, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe, Sr.
G – Keniyah White, Appling County, Sr.
G – Brayla Harris, Butler, Sr.
G – Ke’Asia Henderson, Josey, Sr.
G – Raina Burns, Laney, Sr.
G – Ella Kate Walraven, Sonoraville, Sr.
G – Adazha Burrell, Hardaway, Sr.
W – Rania Curry, Butler, Sr.
F – Bayleigh Winkler, Murray County, Sr.
F – Za’Miyah Jenkins, Josey, Jr.
F – Aalon Turner, Columbia, Sr.

Class A D-I

Coach of the Year: Ryan Chastain, Fannin County (29-2; State Champs; Undefeated in Class A D-I; Beat four ranked teams in state playoffs including No. 1 & No. 2)
Player of the Year: Lyric Green, Dodge County, Sr.
Freshman of the Year: Jaziyah Foster, Lamar County
Best Scorer: Lyric Green, Dodge County, Sr.
Best Shooter: Sara Rhett Farmer, ACE, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Lyric Green, Dodge County, Sr.
Best Passer: Izzie Jabaley, Fannin County, So.
Best Shot Blocker: Makayla Thomas, Bacon County, So.
Most Underrated: Hannah Nichols, Vidalia, Sr.
Most Improved: Tonia Ricks, Swainsboro, Sr. (Improve from 6 ppg/2.7 rpg/0.1 apg/0.8 spg/0.3 bpg to 15.2 ppg/6.5 rpg/1 apg/1.5 spg/1.6 bpg)
Most Improved Team:
 Elbert County 24-5 (Improved from 8-22; Sweet 16)

FIRST TEAM
G – McKayela Tanner, East Laurens, Sr.
G – Reese Murphy, Banks County, Sr.
W – Mackenna Nix, Temple, Sr.
C – Reese Lewis, Fannin County, Jr.
C – Lyric Green, Dodge County, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Adelyn Thompson, Rabun County, So.
G – Journey Waller, Putnam County, So.
G – Jazmin Maddox, Jasper County, Fr.
W – Jazlyn Johnson, Central-Macon, Sr.
F – Jaziyah Foster, Lamar County, Fr.

Honorable Mention
G – Izzie Jabaley, Fannin County, So.
G – Audrey Lunsford, Elbert County, So.
G – Maggie Ledford, Fannin County, Jr.
G – Ryleigh Murphy, Banks County, Sr.
G – Azhia Kendall, Heard County, Fr.
G – Jade Kitchens, Washington County, So.
G – Sara Rhett Farmer, ACE, Sr.
G – Jariah Williams, Worth County, So.
F – Ava Jenkins, Bleckley County, Fr.
F – Kamri Sanders, Model, Fr.
F – Frances Anyakudo, Central-Macon, Sr.

Class A D-II

Coach of the Year: Santita Coon, Wilcox County (28-1; State Champs; First title in program history; Undefeated in Class A D-II; 23.4-point average margin of victory in state playoffs)
Player of the Year: Tyliah Benjamin, Wilcox County, So.
Freshman of the Year: Samaria Young, Washington-Wilkes
Best Scorer: Christiona Farmer, Charlton County, Jr.
Best Shooter: Ansleigh Padgett, Lake Oconee Academy, Jr.
Best Rebounder: Tyliah Benjamin, Wilcox County, So.
Best Passer: Shamauri Martin, Wilcox County, So.
Best Shot Blocker: Tyliah Benjamin, Wilcox County, So.
Most Underrated: Syriah Hogan, Lincoln County, Sr.
Most Improved: Ca’Tavia Bennett, Greenville, Jr. (Improved from 11.1 ppg/6.2 rpg/1.6 spg to 18.9 ppg/8.3 rpg/4.1 apg/4.6 spg/1.3 bpg)
Most Improved Team:
 Bowdon 17-9 (Improved from 1-20; Region 7 Champs; Sweet 16)

FIRST TEAM
G – Shamauri Martin, Wilcox County, So.
G – Jaliah Roberts, Screven County, So.
W – Morgan Cochran, Macon County, Jr.
F – Ashanti Brown, Bryan County, Sr.
C – Tyliah Benjamin, Wilcox County, So.

SECOND TEAM
G – Zariah Martin, Wilcox County, Jr.
G – Christiona Farmer, Charlton County, Jr.
G – Aalunah Edwards, Turner County, So.
G – Ca’Tavia Bennett, Greenville, Jr.
W – Amariah Dean, Clinch County, Jr.

Honorable Mention
G – Imani Hall, Brooks County, Jr.
G – Ansleigh Padgett, Lake Oconee Academy, Jr.
G – Passion Clay, Telfair County, Sr.
G – Ja’Kari Northcutt, Atkinson County, So.
G – Za’kyah Byrd, Metter, Jr.
G – Zyi’Kiera King, Seminole County, Sr.
W – Samaria Young, Washington-Wilkes, Fr.
F – Jamesen Hollomon, Schley County, So.
F – Jaydah Ford, Taylor County, Jr.
F – Kaleigh Beaver, Towns County, Sr.
C – Ta’Kyrah Jones, Randolph-Clay, Sr.

Class 3A-1A Private

Coach of the Year: Nichole Dixon, Holy Innocents’ (25-5; State Champs; Beat No. 1 & No. 2 in state playoffs)
Player of the Year: Hailee Swain, Holy Innocents’, Sr.
Freshman of the Year: Loriel Murray, Holy Innocents’
Best Scorer: Hailee Swain, Holy Innocents’, Sr.
Best Shooter: Desi Taylor, St. Francis, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Ja’kerra Butler, Hebron Christian, Sr.
Best Passer: Kendall Lawson, Athens Academy, So.
Best Shot Blocker: Jessica Fields, Mt. Paran, Sr.
Most Underrated: Annaka Hembree, Christian Heritage, Fr.
Most Improved: Reese Anderson, Trinity Christian, So. (Improved from 4.8 ppg/6.2 rpg/0.5 apg/0.2 bpg to 14.5 ppg/10.9 rpg/1.5 apg/1.2 bpg)
Most Improved Team:
 Lovett 16-12 (Improved from 1-24; Sweet 16)

FIRST TEAM
G – Hailee Swain, Holy Innocents’, Sr.
G – Giaunni Rogers, St. Francis, So.
F – Danielle Osho, Hebron Christian, Sr.
F – Jessica Fields, Mt. Paran, Sr.
C – Ja’kerra Butler, Hebron Christian, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Mia James, Hebron Christian, Sr.
G – Jacalyn Myrthil, Mt. Paran, Sr.
G – Taryn Thompson, Galloway, Jr.
W – Nicora Patrick, SACA, Sr.
W – Nakhai Worthy, Holy Innocents’, So.

Honorable Mention
G – Camryn Golston, St. Francis, Jr.
G – Desi Taylor, St. Francis, Sr.
G – Destini Gooddine, Calvary Day, Sr.
G – Elyse Norris, Trinity Christian, So.
G – Ella Truong, Providence Christian, Sr.
G – Amelia Newman, Whitefield Academy, Fr.
W – Sophia Louis-Pierre, Galloway, So.
F – Zora Geiger, Calvary Day, Sr.
F – Johanna Potter, Wesleyan, Sr.
C – Loriel Murray, Holy Innocents’, Fr.
C – Amelia Basit, St. Francis, Sr.

Sandy’s Spiel Spring Showcase Girls Evaluations


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The Sandy’ Spiel Spring Showcase sold out for a fourth consecutive year, hosting 89 prospects from all across the state of Georgia who were looking to improve their game and boost their exposure before diving into travel ball. Schools from multiple levels were in attendance as JUCO, NAIA, D-III and D-II programs traveled to Dawson County High School to evaluate prospective student-athletes. With the help of our esteemed 10-coach staff, here are our player evaluations sorted by team.

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TEAM 1

Ella Rainwater
2027 5-5 PG Ella Rainwater – Buford – Redline
Impressive speed and agility with the ball. Handles with both hands and can get to the hoop and score with either. Sets up others with her court vision. High IQ floor general. Played physical as an on-ball defender. Brings energy on both ends of the floor. Not a score-first guard, but can hit the three when left open. Lets her defense spark her offense.

Maddie Siuta
2026 5-11 G Maddie Siuta – Dawson County – Redline
Loves to take the side-step and step-back three. Identified mismatches and went into the post when guarded by smaller defenders. Big guard showed feel with her back to the basket, using ball fakes before hitting turnaround jumpers. Sprinkled in some downhill drives. Has the versatility to play multiple spots on the floor. Did a good job handling the ball and pushing in transition. With her size, Maddie can help defend on the perimeter and in the paint. Continuing to diversify her offensive game by consistently mixing in drives with her outside shot will make her tougher to guard. At her height, Siuta sees over the defense as a facilitator and does a nice job hitting divers out of the pick-and-roll with touch passes.

Audrey Lunsford
2027 5-9 G Audrey Lunsford – Elbert County
Physical big guard plays at her own pace. Scores through contact when getting to the hoop with a crafty handle. Showcased a nice jump shot throughout camp hitting multiple threes with a pretty release. Helps out as a rebounder and can guard the post when switched onto bigs. Plays the passing lanes on defense.

 

Avery Fisher
2029 5-10 W Avery Fisher – Pope – Wood Elite
One of the young breakout stars from camp. Great size and length on the perimeter. Knockdown shooter was automatic off the catch, hitting multiple threes and mid-range jumpers. Has nice form on her jump shot. Was able to get past defenders on the bounce when ran off the three-point line. Mobile athlete with upside to become an impactful defender with switchability. Incoming freshman has all the tools to blossom into a special player with a collegiate future.

Lily DiGregorio
2029 5-7 W Lily DiGregorio – Creekview – Wood Elite
Used her strength on defense and when rebounding. Knows how to use her shoulders in the paint, finishing through contact against bigger defenders. Got into passing lanes on defense. Showed the willingness to do the dirty work for her team. Flashed a 3&D skill set.

Sadie Chambers
2028 5-8 G Sadie Chambers – Habersham Central
High energy athlete. Can be herky-jerky with the ball, making her tough to cover. Has a burst of speed when turning corners once she gets her shoulders past the defender. Finishes with both hands. Has a knack for hitting short pull-ups and the 15-footer. Competitive defender that rotates down to rebound.

Laila Streetman
2027 5-10 F Laila Streetman – Madison County
Stretch-forward has the skill set to thrive in pick-and-pop sets. Dangerous three-point shooter but also skilled with her back to the basket, able to score in the post with hooks and turnaround jumpers. Quality rebounder. Doesn’t force the issue on offense, willing to make the extra pass.

Reagan Richardson
2027 6-1 C Reagan Richardson – Lumpkin County – ATL Bucks
Uses her powerful frame to get post position inside. Takes her time when making post moves, able to turn to a variety of options. Scores on drop steps and up-and-unders. Spaces the floor with her three-point shot. Can be used to hit the trail three or create mismatches out of high ball screens, capable of diving to the rim or flaring out for jumpers.

Ava Roberson
2026 6-1 C Ava Roberson – Dawson County – Redline
Has a soft touch in the paint. Works hard to get prime real estate on the block. Scores with her back to the basket but also can knock down mid-range jumpers off the catch. Vacuums up offensive rebounds. Has a lot of experience in the pick-and-roll. Can catch and finish on the move as a roller. Nimble feet for her size can catch opponents off guard, especially when she puts the ball on the floor.

TEAM 2

Ke'Ara Jones
2026 5-4 G Ke’Ara Jones – Jenkins – Athletes With Grades
Played point guard but can play both on and off the ball. Heated up as camp wore on, finding her three-point stroke in the corners. Does a good job of changing speeds with the ball, able to slow down to let traffic clear before bursting her way to the rim. Did well moving her feet to keep ball handlers in front. Quick hands on defense.

 

Courtney Bray
2026 5-5 G Courtney Bray – Warren County – FBC Legacy
Shot the ball extremely well. Knocked down numerous pull-up threes and hit jumpers off the catch. Was able to use her speed to get to the rim and defend sideline to sideline. Has a proven to be a reliable scorer her entire career, averaging 19.2 points as a sophomore and 18.6 points as a junior.

Jaida Stamper
2028 5-3 G Jaida Stamper – Alexander – Athletes With Grades
One of the smallest guards in camp, Jaida had no issue fitting in using her outside shooting touch and gnatty defense to standout. Stamper hit multiple threes throughout the day showcasing a pretty release. Defensively, she buzzed around the ball and was able to get up under ball handlers, forcing turnovers.

Kelsei Gresham
2025 5-6 G Kelsei Gresham – Madison County
The unsigned senior can play on and off the ball. As a creator, Kelsei can make plays for others using her athleticism to drive and kick. She sees the floor well off the dribble and can dump off to bigs in traffic. When playing off the ball, Gresham finds soft spots in the defense along the perimeter. She hit threes in bunches from the corners. Gresham has a nose for the ball on defense, a solid rebounder for her size. Rhodes College has shown interest.

Callan Ledford
2026 5-8 G Callan Ledford – Murray County – Redline
Exceptional rebounder from the guard position. Gets into the paint and battles. Does her best offensive work from 15-feet and in, scoring with both hands. Continuing to improve the consistency of her three-point shot will elevate her stock. Physical defender. Poise with the ball. Has a knack for making winning plays that don’t show up in the box score.

Journey Waller
2027 5-7 PG Journey Waller – Putnam County – Lady Empact
Athletic playmaker with a high motor. Shoots into passing lanes, creating offense from her defense. Scrappy on-ball defender. Thrives at getting into the paint and has the awareness of where her shooters are, leading to drive-and-kick threes. Finishes with both hands through contact. Efficient decision maker in the open floor. Stat sheet stuffer makes others around her better.

Leah Bryan
2028 5-10 W Leah Bryan – North Forsyth – Redline
Lefty loves the one-dribble pull-up jumper. Has a very quick first step to get to her spots. Is a threat to knock down threes off the catch. As she gets stronger, getting all the way to the basket on her drives will allow her easier scoring chances. Leah’s length gives her positional versatility on both sides of the floor. Moves well without the ball and can create her own shot. Already has received college interest.

Reese Lewis
2026 6-0 C Reese Lewis – Fannin County – Redline
Double-double machine wears down opponents inside. Does a great job working the offensive glass for putbacks, doing so without going over the back. Lefty has a soft touch inside with both hands. Does a great job getting to her hook shot in traffic. Protects the rim as a shot blocker, effective when she is able to wall up and not swat down. Runs the floor for easy hoops in transition.

Taylor Jones
2026 6-2 C Taylor Young – Jenkins – Athletes With Grades
Great length as an interior defensive anchor. Has long strides when running the floor. Loves to take jump shots. Shot selection has room for growth. Adding strength to her frame will help with scoring in the paint and through contact. Was able to hit the mid-range jumper on occasion to help space out the defense. Makes her biggest impact on defense. Best basketball is ahead of her. Has an exciting 12-month period of development upcoming. Will be an attractive college prospect.

TEAM 3

Kacie Reeves
2027 5-6 G Kacie Reeves – Central-Macon – Middle Georgia Family
Pushed the ball well in transition using her speed to create advantageous looks for others. Unselfish facilitator picked up assists and did well defensively to spark fastbreaks. Finished with both hands when she got to the rim. Pretty outside shot with three-point range.

Calleigh Salvador
2028 5-4 PG Calleigh Salvador – South Forsyth – Redline
High IQ playmaker brings energy and understanding to the floor. Shifty with the ball. Scores in close quarters with body control to avoid charges and shot blockers. Doesn’t force the issue, making correct reads with the ball. Uses her quickness to guard the ball and knock away steals. Overall ball magnet.

Jaucelyn Smith
2028 5-5 G Jaucelyn Smith – Gainesville – Only Us
Athletic frame with long arms. Looks and plays bigger than her listed height. Opens up the floor with her ability to hit the corner three. Competitive on-ball defender with the reach and foot speed to keep opponents in front.

Janiyah Blevins
2027 5-3 PG Janiyah Blevins – Bradwell Institute – SSA
Sparkplug. Plays with speed but doesn’t get rushed. Sees the floor as a distributor. Can hit the three off the catch with a pretty follow through. Has the quickness to move laterally and beat ball handlers to spots.

Zion Bankston
2028 5-4 G Zion Bankston – Washington-Wilkes – Tigers Elite
Competes on defense at a high level. Likes to get downhill with her right hand. Did well scoring through contact. Doesn’t need much space to score in traffic. Gets to her floater to negate length.

Deyva Davis
2027 5-8 PG Deyva Davis – Milton – 3SSB Team Elite Hubbard
Dynamic athleticism. Wiry guard has blinding speed. Took a big jump from Year 1 to Year 2 and should continue to grow her game exponentially. Gets downhill in a blink and can finish with both hands on scooping layups. Electric in the open floor. Three-point shot has become a serious weapon. Comfortable picking up full court. Love her upside as a two-way standout both a penetrating playmaker and a lockdown perimeter defender. Buy stock now.

Janiah Norman
2027 5-8 G Janiah Norman – Lincoln County – Georgia Sting
Long rangy guard that can play multiple positions. Gets a ton of steals and deflections. Willing rebounder. Quick instincts help her blow up plays on defense. Looked good in our one-on-one station, using a quick first step to set up a spin middle.

Kayden Stuckey
2027 5-9 G Kayden Stuckey – Coahulla Creek
Nice size on the perimeter gives her positional versatility. Hustler. Sprints back on defense to come from behind and block shots. Sneaky good offensive rebounder crashes the glass for second chance opportunities.

Gracen Holbrook
2028 5-8 G Gracen Holbrook – East Forsyth – Redline
Spot-up three-point shooter showed a well-rounded offensive game. Attacked off the dribble and got to her floater in the lane. Provided reliable energy on both sides of the ball. Is growing as a playmaker off the bounce, identifying the defense to distribute to open shooters. Has gotten stronger since last year.

Heaven Arkwright
2027 6-4 C Heaven Arkwright – Jenkins – Athletes With Grades
Elite size with a solid frame. Still learning the game and man-to-man defensive principles. Caught on quickly however, doing well to rotate over to wall up and block shots. Has good hands. Was more comfortable hitting the mid-range jumper than scoring with her back to the basket. Great physical tools to work with over her final two seasons. Could be a serious stock riser as she continues to gain high-level reps.

TEAM 4

I'yarna Lee
2027 5-2 G I’Yarna Lee – Jenkins
Excelled at slashing to the rim using a quick first step and low center of gravity. Adding range to her jump shot will help her growth as an offensive threat. Utilizing both hands when attacking the hoop and seeing the floor will create scoring chances for others. Played hard on both ends of the floor. Set up numerous baskets with her facilitating.

Adelyn Thompson
2027 5-5 CG Adelyn Thompson – Rabun County – SE United McGraw
Put on one of the best three-point shooting performances in the four years of the Sandy’s Spiel Spring Showcase. Scorched the nets with three after three. Shot the ball with extreme confidence, the overall key to her long-term success. When Thompson plays with confidence, she’s more often than not one of the best players on the floor. Once one shot drops, more follow. Adelyn grew by leaps and bounds this season as a playmaker. She does a great job maneuvering the pick-and-roll, hitting her rollers with deft touch passes. Can turn corners off ball screens and get to the rim with either hand. Away from the ball, Thompson moves well to get open. Has a potential breakout travel ball season looming that could officially put her on D-I college radars.

Hartley Hurt
2029 5-7 G Hartley Hurt – North Forsyth – Redline
Earned high marks from our coaching staff, turning heads with her athleticism and aggressiveness. Displayed skilled footwork in our one-on-one station, able to score on step-thrus. Has impressive court vision. Was effective driving baseline and kicking the ball out top for open threes.

Emry Sosensky
2028 5-7 PG Emry Sosensky – Union County – Storm
Agile point guard has athleticism. Quick foot speed. Didn’t panic on baseline drives and was able to find shooters in the corners. High activity level. Flies around on defense, beating opponents to the spot and earning deflections.

Lenai Louie
2026 5-6 G Lenai Louie – Sprayberry – Wood Elite
Strong guard did well with and without the ball. Cut to find openings in the defense for easy layups. Hurt the defense when left open on the perimeter. Was able to create off the dribble to get into the paint where she finished against size.

Brinley O'Ferrall
2028 5-6 W Brinley O’Ferrall – Christian Heritage
Effort was there, crashing in for offensive rebounds. Some of her best offense came from 15-feet and in, attacking off the dribble and shooting from the mid-range. Holds some versatility on defense, able to help defend 1-3.

Malaysia Easley2026 5-5 G Malaysia Easley – Jenkins
On the smaller side but has a strong frame. Could be used in a variety of ways as both a primary ball handler or off-guard. Didn’t need to score much to still make a positive impact. Competed well on defense was an effective decision maker in transition.

Grace Musselman
2028 5-10 W Grace Musselman – Milton – OTP National
Flashed some intriguing upside throughout camp. Southpaw has a good frame with length and strength. Plays on the wing but can also help out around the paint. Moves well with a quality handle for her size and age. Pushed the ball in transition and sank threes off the catch. Great team player.

TEAM 5

Millie Southards
2029 5-6 PG Millie Southards – Rabun County
Looked every bit of a future D-I point guard. Strong frame. Improved athleticism. Great feel for the game with an easy flow. Did an excellent job of balancing her facilitating with her scoring. Incoming freshman set up teammates with physical drive-and-kick attacks, finding shooters with bullet passes. Used her in-and-out dribble to shake defenders when penetrating going both right and left. Knocked down threes off the catch and off the dribble. Tough-nosed on both ends of the floor. Takes pride in defending on-ball. Day 1 impact maker at the varsity level. Future All-State selection.

Ana Anzola
2028 5-7 CG Ana Anzola – North Forsyth – Redline
Strong lefty caught fire with her three-point shot, hitting step-backs and pull-ups. Doesn’t get flustered by aggressive defense, using her body to shield the ball before getting to her spots. Reliably consistent producer. Makes the right plays with the ball. Doesn’t back down from a challenge. Extreme mental and physical toughness as she battled through an injured foot this season.

Nora Miller
2028 5-8 W Nora Miller – St. John Bosco – Team Lightburn
Got more and more comfortable with the speed of the game as camp wore on. Found her niche as a catch-and-shoot option from beyond the arc. Strength and pace of play will improve with more high-level reps. Good IQ on defense. Got into gap help to force turnovers and used her length to deflect passes. Handled the ball well in spurts.

Syriah Hogan
2025 5-7 W Syriah Hogan – Lincoln County
Strong, aggressive and athletic. Played with a sense of urgency. Played atop the press and made opposing ball handlers uncomfortable. Plays bigger than her size, giving her versatility 2-4. Attacked the basket on offense, scoring with her right hand on the left side. Kept possessions alive with her multiple efforts to secure rebounds and loose balls. Unsigned senior played well in front of NAIA and JUCO programs on Sunday.

Samaria Young
2028 5-7 W Samaria Young – Washington-Wilkes – Lady Tigers
Long-armed tweener can play both on the perimeter and in the paint. Helped rebound in traffic. Found her offense on slashes and putbacks moreso than jump shots. Quick athlete got a lot of steals in the back of the press by reading passes.

Annaka Hembree
2028 5-7 PG Annaka Hembree – Christian Heritage – Redline
Highly skilled point guard with the brain of a coach’s daughter. Needs to get stronger when facing aggressive defense, but when she isn’t pushed off her spot, Annaka is really good at getting downhill and finishing with both hands. Three-level scorer is a steady three-point shooter. Active two-way player usually stuffs the stat sheet. High ceiling. One of the best young guards in Northwest Georgia.

Emilou Moore
2026 5-4 G Emilou Moore – East Jackson – BCB
Streaky three-point shooter finds her offense via her jump shot. Has deep range. Has a strong frame that is capable of absorbing contact when driving to the hoop. Communicates well with her teammates and is receptive to coaching.

Sanai Cyrus
2026 5-10 F Sanai Cyrus – Loganville Christian – Queen Elite
Physically strong tweener can attack in a variety of ways. Snatches rebounds and goes coast-to-coast in transition. Has the guard skills to create off the bounce and can sink the pull-up three. Stays aggressive on offense, using her body to score around the rim with step-thru moves.

Haley Gaines
2029 5-5 G Haley Gaines – Madison County – Classic City Ballers
Plays hard and knows her role as a gritty defender and rebounder. Found success getting to her floater in the lane. Uses her strength well when battling for position.

Bre'yona Hill
2026 6-3 C Bre’yona Hill – Ware County – Elite Pressure
Great size and deceptively nimble feet. Caught at the high post, pump faked and attacked the rim. At her best when she looks to score. Has a soft touch from the mid-range and a blossoming back-to-the-basket arsenal. Needs to play with a dominant mindset inside. Is effective throwing her weight around and can take over games in spurts.

TEAM 6

Kayleigh Richard
2029 5-2 G Kayleigh Richard – Brookwood
Young guard and one of the smallest players in camp but did well handling the ball with quickness. Outside shooting and the ability to defend larger players will improve over time. Finished well at the rim despite her lack of height.

Izzie Jabaley
2027 5-5 PG Izzie Jabaley – Fannin County
True point guard. Great vision. Elite outlet passer creates pitch ahead scoring opportunities in transition. Showcased an accurate three-point shot off the catch with a compact stroke. Plays with tempo and has a high knowledge of the game. Limits turnovers. Strong build allows her to get to her spots and protect the ball against traps. One of the best young players North Georgia has to offer. Future college floor general.

Greenlee Lumpkin2027 5-5 G Greenlee Lumpkin – Coahulla Creek – Thunder Basketball
High energy guard impressed with her quickness and ability to get two feet in the paint when penetrating. Loved to use her floater. Handles with confidence against pressure and is a consistent outside shooter. Rebounds well for her size.

Kaylan Hamilton
2028 5-3 PG Kaylan Hamilton – South Effingham – Effingham Bulldogs
Shifty little guard keeps her head up while dribbling. Makes good decisions. Distributes out of give-and-go opportunities. Can shoot the three off the bounce and hit a handful of timely long balls throughout camp. Pesky on-ball defender.

Hayden Johanson
2026 5-9 SG Hayden Johanson – South Effingham
Impressed with her ability to do more than just shoot the three. Used her size to go inside to rebound and was able to push the ball coast-to-coast to finish at the rim. Played off two feet in the paint using nifty body control. Held her own defending both on the perimeter and in the post.

Gabbie Gliatta
2026 5-9 SG Gabbie Gliatta – North Forsyth – Explosive Elites
Uses elite footwork and deceptive athleticism to score from all three levels. Has a quick first step to get to her spots. Utilizes the pivot extremely well with reverse pivots and step-thrus to slip past defenders. Understands how to use her body to shield the ball when finishing at the rim. Unselfish heady competitor that will succeed at the next level. Expect D-I programs to track her this summer and for Gabbie to be a priority at the D-II level.

Daphney Detty
2028 5-9 W Daphney Detty – Groves
Extremely physical defender that can guard 1-5. Plays hard and isn’t afraid to mix it up. Aggressive guarding on the perimeter and strong enough to hold her own against larger players inside. Defensive specialist at this point with room to grow on offense. A player you hate to play against but love having on your team.

Suri Clark
2027 6-2 F Suri Clark – Baldwin – Lady Empact
Elite frame with great athleticism. Bouncy offensive rebounder routinely earns second and third chances inside. Has seen growth in her outside shot, capable of hitting the 15-footer. Is becoming a better finisher on first attempts at the rim. Dictates the action in the paint with her shot blocking. Has the tools to become a legit D-I prospect.

TEAM 7

Hannah Lopez
2025 5-4 PG Hannah Lopez – Denmark – Redline
Ateneo de Manila University-signee got run before heading to the Philippines. Terrific pace with the ball. An easy flow as she changes speeds and darts different directions. Makes others around her better with her court vision. Improved her senior season at attacking the rim, using her quickness to score in the paint. Accurate three-point shooter who can also defend at a high level.

Taylor Khodabakhsh
2029 5-8 G Taylor Khodabakhsh – Creekview – Wood Elite
Versatile guard can play multiple positions on the perimeter. Is a big threat on catch-and-shoot threes. Has a sturdy athletic frame which can help when defending, rebounding and attacking the rim through contact.

Tori Epps
2026 5-9 W Tori Epps – Heritage-Catoosa – Thunder Basketball
Work horse in the paint with her toughness and physicality. A bit of a tweener, capable of playing either forward position, Epps is at her best when she’s in the paint. She does a great job fighting for rebounding position and can score with both hands in traffic. Tori has crafty footwork in the pivot. Epps does a great job blocking out and has enough ball skills to attack coast-to-coast. Extending her shooting range will be big for her offensive development. Does a great job guarding players bigger than her. Elite effort.

Aniyah Browner
2026 5-4 G Aniyah Browner – Jenkins – Athletes With Grades
Tough finisher through contact, able to get to the hoop off the bounce. Attacks left and right equally well. High arcing three-point shot is still improving. Picked up on defense and was able to turn ball handlers before getting to halfcourt.

Bailey Brown
2029 5-6 G Bailey Brown – North Murray – Thunder Basketball
Played within herself and made smart, safe passes to open teammates. Attacked under control when she got opportunities and showed the ability to hit the open perimeter jump shot. Was an active on-ball defender.

Ali Jae Bull
2028 5-6 PG Ali Jae Bull – Chestatee – Mountain City
Great nose for the rim. Physical downhill driver gets two feet in the paint consistently. Has a short pull-up jumper in her arsenal and hit some threes throughout camp. Aggressive mindset but doesn’t over do it. Has drive-and-dish court vision. Will step in to take charges.

Jaliyah Hargrove
2027 5-9 F Jaliyah Hargrove – Hancock Central – Bostic Next Level
Strong interior presence. Has decisive moves in the low post. Has a drop step middle into a fadeaway jumper. Handles the ball when needed and can beat opponents to the basket if they don’t honor her foot speed.

Zuri Grant
2027 5-5 G Zuri Grant – Baldwin – Lady Empact
Lefty is solid three-point shooter that can space the floor. Takes defenders off the dribble after a quick first move. Strong enough to finish through contact. Active defender picks up deflections and steals. Helps push the ball, able to play either guard position.

Naomi Burnett-Hulett
2029 5-3 G Naomi Burnett-Hulett – North Murray – Thunder Basketball
Really impressed with her speed, fluid athleticism and three-point shot. Creates off the dribble, getting to her spots. Has deep range from beyond the arc with a pretty release. Agile playmaker gets others involved. Stingy on-ball defender. Should make an impact right away as a freshman.

Ellie Thompson
2027 5-8 W Ellie Thompson – Starr’s Mill – Peachtree City Select
Found her groove as an outside shooter that could hit the three-point shot. Has quality size on the perimeter and can go into the post to score on smaller defenders. Could be utilized in guard-to-guard screens to create mismatches.

TEAM 8

Tamera Rudolph
2026 5-7 G Tamera Rudolph – Grayson – Team Huncho
Closed camp with a flurry, taking over games with her trademark two-way impact. Great defender using her stout frame and quick feet to guard without fouling. Really good rebounder for a guard. Pushes the ball coast-to-coast, capable of finishing with both hands or pulling up from the mid-range. Hits the three and understands how to fill the lanes when running the break. Crafty slasher protects the ball on her gathers. Unsung hero does a lot well. Winning player with feel.

Jace Sanderson
2027 5-10 G Jace Sanderson – Gilmer – Wood Elite
Three-level scoring threat. Played some point guard at camp. Always a threat to hit pull-up threes. Has one-dribble pull-ups in her repertoire. Long guard gets better and better as an off the bounce creator. Added strength to her frame. Has clean footwork both on the perimeter and around the basket with step-thru moves. Has upside as a rangy defender.

Gabbi Maher
2028 5-5 G Gabbi Maher – Lassiter – Wood Elite
Can play both on and off the ball. Dangerous three-point shooter showcased her ball handling ability as a set-up man, finding open teammates while running the point. Had some nice finishes off two feet when getting to the basket. Stood out with her hustle, providing multiple efforts whether keeping plays alive or diving for loose balls.

Maecee Crumley
2028 5-10 W Maecee Crumley – Banks County – All In Future
Long wing has a unique release with two hands on the ball but is a competent three-point shooter who can drain shots from the perimeter. Has versatility with her ability to rebound, defend and stretch the floor on offense. Can play a small-ball big when looking to spread out the defense.

Raquel Dixon
2029 5-10 W Raquel Dixon – Cambridge
Proved to be a steady jump shooter along the perimeter with quality size. Knocked down numerous catch-and-shoot threes throughout the day. Scored from 15-feet and drew out opposing bigs. Could be effective in the high post against the zone.

Mickiyah Fields
2029 5-5 G Mickiyah Fields – Beach – Atlanta Celtics Zone6
Mickiyah took full advantage of the stage, leaving a lasting first impression. Fields has all the traits of Savannah’s next burgeoning star. First of all, she passes the eye-test as an athletically built guard that has been in the weight room already. Fields is a strong downhill driver that doesn’t get bumped off her line when attacking the hoop. Mickiyah has a pep in her step, moving differently than most other campers and especially those her own age. She’s a three-level scorer with a pretty three-point shot. Fields creates her own offense off the dribble and has upside as a facilitator. Mickiyah’s on-ball defense got high marks as well, a physical defender who dug out steals with her quick hands and aggressive mindset. Set to join rising junior Mariah Reid (26.3 ppg) in the Beach backcourt, it’s hard to argue against the Bulldogs having one of the most exciting 1-2 punches in all of the 912. Fields has a D-I ceiling.

MiKyla Wilson
2026 5-4 G MiKyla Wilson – Sprayberry – AEBL
Well-balanced scorer produced from all levels. Hit threes off the catch and used her speed to get to the rim. Pushed the ball in transition using a spin move to free herself of defenders. Scored with floaters and tough layups in traffic. High motor.

Ava Thompson
2028 5-7 G Ava Thompson – Towns County
Wiry guard used her length to get into passing lanes. Has active hands on defense, able to guard multiple perimeter positions. Liked to shoot the three, hitting a handful on the day.

TEAM 9

Taylor Clark
2027 5-8 G Taylor Clark – Lakeview Academy – FBC All In
Lefty brought her trademark full court defense to camp. Picked up steals on inbounds passes. Knocked down some threes and finished with both hands at the rim. Growing as a drive-and-kick facilitator. Penetrates extremely well. Elite on-ball defender.

Chloe Harville
2028 5-8 W Chloe Harville – Starr’s Mill – Peachtree City Select
Capable of playing both on the wing and in the post. Showcased her strength when in the paint. Used up-and-under moves. Got deflections on defense. Switchable defender that can guard on the perimeter and in the post.

Naomi Ritzmann
2028 5-11 F Naomi Ritzman – Blessed Trinity – Wood Elite
Versatile lefty has an inside-out game. Can create mismatches with her ability to play on the perimeter and around the rim. Attacks off the dribble and can score with both hands. Tough in the paint with a nose for the ball. Collects rebounds in crowds. Mobile enough to take bigger defenders off the dribble with her quickness.

Kylee Herrick
2028 5-8 G Kylee Herrick – Creekview – Redline
Pushes the ball in transition with her head up. Active on both ends of the floor. Sneaky good shot blocker for a guard. Athletic with rangy wingspan. Spots up in the corners for three-point looks. Always has her feet set. Doesn’t let mistakes snowball and will hustle back to make a play after a turnover. Received high marks for her coachability.

Caylin Mathis
2028 5-8 G Caylin Mathis – Central-Macon – Middle Georgia Family
Strong guard can get downhill and finish at the rim. Streaky three-point shooter can fall in love with her jump shot but can get hot. Sank multiple corner threes throughout camp. Has the upside to become a versatile defender and a very good rebounder.

Erin Langham
2029 5-7 G Erin Langham – North Murray – 706 North
Svelte young guard hustles on both ends of the floor. Runs the floor in transition and finishes with her left hand. Provided effort on defense with how she defended the ball.

Aniyah McCammon
2028 5-8 G Aniyah McCammon – Milton
Nice length on the perimeter. Was effective rebounding the ball and picked up deflections on defense. Cut without the ball and found success with short slashes to the rim.

Scotlyn Fain
2026 5-8 G Scottlyn Fain – Towns County
Plays hard. Good athlete. Knocked down the mid-range jumper and scored with a long hook shot. Goes inside a lot to attack rebounds and find tough buckets. Steps in to take charges and contests jump shots. Surveys the court when starting fastbreaks. Communicates extremely well – a leader on the floor.

TEAM 10

Lindsey Kopacek
2027 6-2 C Lindsey Kopacek – Starr’s Mill – Southeast All-Stars
Terrific size and strength. Soft hands. Runs the floor and finishes on the move with both hands. Scores through contact. Demands double teams inside. Gets on the offensive glass and is as steady rim protector. Nice footwork with her back to the basket able to use a variety of moves. Double-double machine with a D-I future.

Chabria Tate
2027 5-7 G Chabria Tate – Evans – Team Elite
Elite scorer. Physical and aggressive. Burly strong guard is a bowling ball downhill but has speed and finesse. Gets to her spots routinely. Scores through contact. Hits floaters, short jumpers and pull-up threes. Plays bully ball around the basket. Great body control and overall scoring touch. Sneaky good passer. College programs circled her name as one of the most impressive performers.

Olivia Perry
2028 6-1 C Olivia Perry – Christian Heritage – Redline
Stretch-big scored inside with up-and-unders. Collects rebounds with both hands. Alters shots around the rim. Can create mismatches with her shooting touch from beyond the arc. Has upside as a pick-and-pop big. Tons of tools to work with, still just scratching the surface of her potential.

Aftyn Heiden
2028 5-9 G Aftyn Heiden – Starr’s Mill – FBC NextUp
Attacked the basket throughout camp with a quick first step as she took the baseline for layups. Helped ignite fastbreaks with sharp pitch ahead passes. Moves her feet well on defense and often found herself in the right place at the right time to make plays on both ends of the floor.

Iycess Scott
2026 5-8 G Iycess Scott – Jenkins
Athletic guard with good size. Found success probing the defense with her dribble before finding creases to attack. Brought effort on offense and defense. Helped rotate down to rebound.

Maggie Ledford
2026 5-5 G Maggie Ledford – Fannin County
Plays within herself and doesn’t sacrifice making the right play to try and make flashy plays to stand out in a camp setting. Doesn’t get rushed with the ball. Can play either point guard or shooting guard. Knockdown three-point shooter when her feet are set. Has good court vision. Uses her strength to get on the backboards. Steady defender.

Mikayla Oliveria
2027 5-10 F Mikayla Oliveria – Bradwell Institute – Legacy Elite
Competitor didn’t shy away from the dirty work inside. Rebounded in traffic. Called for the ball in the post and was patient with her decision making. Scored through contact. Blocked shots on defense. Was a leader on the floor.

Myasia Lewis
2028 5-7 W Myasia Lewis – Washington-Wilkes – Tigers Elite
Tremendous motor. Was all over the floor making plays. Dug out on-ball steals and battled for rebounds, keeping possessions alive. Plays bigger than her height. Defense sparked her offense throughout the day. Finished around the rim and has improving range on her jumper.

Angelique Fleming
2027 5-5 G Angelique Fleming – Jenkins
Quick penetrating and getting to her floater. Impressed with her passing, especially when feeding the post with touch lob entries. Pushed tempo in the open floor looking to distribute. Used her lateral quickness to be a pesky defender.

Final 2024-25 GHSA Girls Basketball State Rankings


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Class AAAAAA

1. Newton (25-5)
2. Grayson (30-2)
3. Cherokee (26-5)
4. North Forsyth (30-1)
5. Carrollton (22-8)
6. North Paulding (26-3)
7. Norcross (22-6)
8. Hillgrove (22-8)
9. Buford (25-3)
10. Lowndes (22-6)

Class AAAAA

1. River Ridge (31-1)
2. Langston Hughes (29-3)
3. Milton (24-7)
4. Bradwell Institute (26-4)
5. Woodward Academy (23-6)
6. Morrow (23-7)
7. Creekview (23-6)
8. New Manchester (24-6)
9. Tri-Cities (21-6)
10. Coffee (27-2)

Class AAAA

1. Creekside (32-0)
2. Maynard Jackson (20-8)
3. North Oconee (29-2)
4. Marist (29-3)
5. Dalton (26-4)
6. Kell (22-6)
7. Midtown (24-6)
8. Northview (21-10)
9. Warner Robins (25-2)
10. Ware County (25-5)

Class AAA

1. Cherokee Bluff (25-8)
2. Baldwin (25-7)
3. Fayette County (25-6)
4. Jenkins (20-9)
5. Heritage-Catoosa (24-7)
6. Pickens (27-3)
7. Luella (26-4)
8. Jefferson (22-6)
9. Sandy Creek (23-7)
10. Monroe (24-6)

Class AA

1. Hardaway (26-6)
2. Murray County (30-2)
3. Josey (24-4)
4. Thomson (25-4)
5. Butler (19-7)
6. Sonoraville (26-4)
7. Morgan County (21-10)
8. Columbia (23-6)
9. Sumter County (19-10)
10. Union County (19-12)

Class A D-I

1. Fannin County (29-2)
2. Banks County (25-6)
3. East Laurens (22-6)
4. Model (24-6)
5. Heard County (25-4)
6. Lamar County (23-6)
7. Central-Macon (21-6)
8. Vidalia (23-7)
9. Elbert County (24-5)
10. Rabun County (14-13)

Class A D-II

1. Wilcox County (28-1)
2. Washington-Wilkes (14-9)
3. Screven County (23-6)
4. Telfair County (21-6)
5. Macon County (22-4)
6. Bryan County (24-4)
7. Taylor County (21-4)
8. Randolph-Clay (23-7)
9. Charlton County (21-7)
10. Metter (18-6)

Class 3A-1A Private

1. Holy Innocents’ (25-5)
2. Hebron Christian (29-2)
3. St. Francis (28-3)
4. Galloway (20-9)
5. Mt. Paran (26-5)
6. SACA (23-3)
7. Calvary Day (19-10)
8. GAC (17-13)
9. Athens Academy (20-9)
10. Trinity Christian (18-10)

2024-25 GHSA Basketball State Championship Recaps

2024-25 GHSA Basketball State Championship Recaps


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CLASS 3A-1A PRIVATE

Holy Innocents' Girls Basketball#3 No. 3 Holy Innocents’ 57, #1 No. 1 Hebron Christian 39: Holy Innocents’ (25-5) never trailed and never allowed a three-point make, forcing Hebron Christian (29-2) into 0-19 shooting from beyond the arc as the Golden Bear 2-3 zone led to Holy Innocents’ to their first state title since 2020. All-American Stanford-signee Hailee Swain posted 30 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and 1 block in the win shooting 10-27 from the field but a perfect 9-9 from the line. A quick 7-0 run to open the game led to a 19-5 advantage at the end of the first quarter as Makayla Weaver scored all 7 of her points in the opening frame. Holy Innocents’ led 25-14 at half as Hebron Christian shot 0-13 from deep. In the third quarter the Lions trimmed the lead to 27-21 but the Golden Bears answered with a 7-0 run sparked by a Swain And-1 and took a 38-29 lead into the fourth. At the 5:30 mark of the fourth, Hebron cut the lead to 42-35 behind the play of Miami-signee Danielle Osho who finished with 16 points and 8 rebounds, but Holy Innocents’ would hang on and take a 10-point lead into the final minute before late buckets extended the lead. George Washington-signee Mia James had 12 points and 4 rebounds for Hebron in the loss. Freshmen Loriel Murray and Aaniyah Branch battled foul trouble for Holy Innocents’ while Hebron made their run. Murray posted 6 points and 7 rebounds while Branch contributed 6 points and 6 rebounds. Holy Innocents’ held Hebron Christian to 30.4% shooting.

Holy Innocents' Boys Basketball#3 No. 1 Holy Innocents’ 84, #1 No. 3 North Cobb Christian 45: Just like the girls championship, Holy Innocents’ (27-4) raced out to a 7-0 lead and never relented, cruising to the program’s first ever state title behind All-American North Carolina-signee Caleb Wilson who finished with 33 points, 13 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals and 3 blocks. The Golden Bears led 15-3 after the first quarter and 42-18 at the half as North Cobb Christian (28-4) struggled outside of an opening possession which saw the Eagles block four shots inside with smothering defense. Holy Innocents’ shot 56% from the field and forced 20 turnovers. Devin Hutcherson scored 17 points on 7-9 shooting while Khalid Worthy added 11 points and 8 rebounds. North Cobb Christian was led by Brock Bass-Bonner’s 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks. Will Russell scored 11 points and Grant Robich had 10 points and 6 rebounds.

CLASS 3A

Cherokee Bluff#4 No. 8 Cherokee Bluff 66, #7 No. 1 Baldwin 58: Down 33-27 at the half, Cherokee Bluff (25-8) surged past defending state champion Baldwin (25-7) to win their first state title. The Bravettes went on a 12-0 run to pull ahead 26-17 midway through the second quarter but the Bears regained their composure. Cherokee Bluff led 47-46 after three quarters after Bristol Kersh came to life with eight points in the frame. Kersh would finish with 22 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Her running mate Claire Carlson poured in 23 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals and 1 block including going on a personal 5-0 run to start the fourth quarter to give the Bears just enough cushion to control the game. As good as Kersh and Carlson were, it was Emery Jones who came off the bench and provided the biggest lift with 14 points, hitting four timely jumpers. Baldwin had 28 second chance points and dominated the glass as expected, winning the battle of the boards 49-25 but the Bravettes had 20 turnovers to Cherokee Bluff’s 8. The Bears shot 7-24 from beyond the arc while Baldwin shot 5-20, three threes via Georgia Southwestern-signee Kassidy Neal who hit two quick long balls to open the game and finished with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Janaye Walker’s career ended with 21 points, 21 rebounds and 2 blocks. Suri Clark double-doubled with 10 points and 11 rebounds while Zuri Grant chipped in 10 points.

Sandy Creek#1 No. 3 Sandy Creek 39, #3 No. 1 Cedar Grove 38: It took a physical battle and a last second defensive stand for Sandy Creek (29-3) to three-peat as state champs. Amari Latimer split a pair of free throws with 14.1 seconds left to win it for the Patriots. Cedar Grove (28-4) got a last possession after multiple timeouts from both sides but a Yusef Bowyer three was off the mark. Cedar Grove took their largest lead of the game at 30-26 at the 2:44 mark of the third quarter using a 10-0 run and holding the Patriots scoreless for nearly six minutes. Free throws hurt the Saints in the fourth quarter, shooting 2-5. Avohn Florence led Sandy Creek with 18 points and 12 rebounds. Latimer had 8 points but played outstanding defense guarding Manny Green, helping hold the star to 13 points on 6-15 shooting with 6 turnovers. Javonte Floyd provided Cedar Grove with 9 points, 12 rebounds and 2 blocks while Keith Gillespie and Bowyer added 7 points apiece. Jared White (7) and Osakilo Okeke (6) rounded out the only for Patriots to score.

THURSDAY, MARCH 6

CLASS 2A

Hardaway Hawks#3 No. 4 Hardaway 47, #1 No. 3 Murray County 34: Hardaway (26-6) learned from last year’s nightmare second half and didn’t let a big lead slip away as the Hawks captured their first state title using a 14-2 run to open the game. The Hardaway press and the Hawks’ overall length stifled Murray County (30-2), blocking 11 shots and forcing 11 Indian misses to start the game. Montreat-commit Bayleigh Winkler finally got the Indians on the board with an up-and-under but Murray County would miss 15 of their first 16 shots as the Hawks extended their lead and led 20-4 after the first quarter and 28-11 at the half. Murray County shot just 13% from the field in the first half and 25% for the game. Hardaway saw Hampton-signee Akilah Shelton  finish her career with 6 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal and 8 blocks. New Orleans-signee Mikayla Johnson netted nine points in the first quarter before finishing with 13 poitns and 8 rebounds. Sophomore Rhianna Boynton posted a double-double with 22 points, 12 rebounds and 3 blocks. Murray County was led by Winkler’s 14 points and 6 rebounds. The Indians finished the game 2-19 from beyond the arc. Freshman Blaklee Ledford collected 5 points and 6 rebounds. Callan Ledford’s first bucket of the game came at the 5:51 mark of the fourth quarter to make it 40-23. Ledford racked up 10 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists after missing her first 13 shots. The Indians made things interesting in the fourth quarter after an Emma Blaylock three at the 2:29 mark to trim the lead to 42-32 but the Hawks would close on a 5-2 run.

Butler Bulldogs#4 No. 4 Butler 57, #6 No. 7 Union County 49: Butler (21-8) led wire-to-wire for their first state title since 1966 but it wasn’t easy. The Bulldogs’ largest lead came early in the second quarter at 27-15 and led 33-24 at the half as Union County (26-6) struggled from beyond the arc at 1-12. In the third quarter, the Panthers got hot behind Hayden Hughes who went 3-4 from deep to cut the lead to 45-38 heading into the fourth. The closest Union County would get would be 45-44 at the 7:02 mark of the fourth quarter after Hughes and Houston Henry hit back-to-back threes. Following a Hughes steal and layup to make the score 49-47 with 3:08 remaining, Butler would finish on a 8-2 run sparked by a Kwamane Bridges three with 2:44 to play. Bridges would finish with a game-high 22 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists, followed by De’Cori Fleming who had 11 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks. The Bulldogs outrebounded the Panthers 46-28, snagging 16 offensive rebounds which resulted in 10 second chance points. Union County shot 6-26 from the three-point line as Hughes led the team with 17 points. Henry recorded 12 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists while Vince Marevka tallied 10 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks. Denver-signee Marcus Scurry provided Butler with 9 points, sinking two free throws with 33.2 seconds left to extend the lead to 54-49.

CO-ED THREE-POINT CONTEST

CLASS 4A

Creekside SeminolesR4 #1 No. 1 Creekside 57, R4 #3 No. 10 Maynard Jackson 37 Creekside (32-0) completed a perfect season, beating region rival Maynard Jackson (20-8) for a third time. Deadlocked at nine after one period, Creekside edged ahead 24-19 at the break, using a 12-0 run to gain separation. The Seminoles moved to a 2-3 zone to disrupt the Jaguars. Maynard Jackson stuck with their man-to-man defense and were effective in slowing down superstar C’India Dennis in the first half, Janiya McCoy hounding her in 2-13 shooting with 3 turnovers, but others stepped up for Creekside as Jacy Mitchell scored eight first half points and Lia Moore added five.  Creekside broke it open with a 17-4 third quarter. Dennis finished 22 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals while Mitchell chipped in 14 points. Sydnee Hunter contributed 9 points and 9 rebounds. Maynard Jackson was led by Aaliyah Weaver’s 20 points and 7  rebounds. Cayden Cornish scored 9 points and East Georgia State-signee Journey Conley chipped in 8.

North Oconee TitansR8 #1 No. 2 North Oconee 60, R4 #1 No. 1 Pace Academy 51: After falling behind 16-6 early, North Oconee (30-2) found their footing and punched back against Pace Academy (27-5) to repeat as state champions. Pace Academy entered winning their first four state playoff games by an average of over 37 points per game before running into the Titan buzz saw. The Knights’ length gave the Titans issues early on and blocked a total of 12 shots on the night, but after trailing 16-9 following the first quarter, North Oconee won the second quarter 18-7 closing on a 12-2 run to take a 27-23 lead into the half. In the third Justin Wise scored nine of his game-high 27 points to balloon the Titan lead to 45-35 heading into the final eight minutes. Although outsized by the Knights, the Titans outscored Pace Academy 28-24 in the paint. North Oconee had 22 points off 14 Pace Academy turnovers while the Knights had only 5 points off 11 Titan miscues. Pace Academy last led 21-18 in the second quarter before a Wise three drew the Titans even. The Knights made a late push in the fourth quarter using an 8-0 run to cut the lead to 54-48 with 1:36 left. Pace Academy could have drawn closer after freshman Bentley Lusakueno missed a free throw and the Knights stole the ball, but Lusakueno missed a layup and subsequently fouled out with 4 points and 5 blocks.  In the loss, Georgia Tech-signee Eric Chatfield scored 20 points followed by Chandler Bing’s 15 points and 8 rebounds. North Oconee received 14 points from Thrasher Wilkins. Khamari Brooks tallied 9 points and 11 rebounds. Banks Pourchier pitched in 9 points and 11 rebounds.

FRIDAY, MARCH 7

CLASS A D-II

Wilcox County PatriotsR4 #1 No. 1 Wilcox County 72,  R8 #1 Washington-Wilkes 48: Wilcox County (28-1) raced out to a 21-9 lead after the first quarter and never looked back, romping their way to their first ever state title, going wire-to-wire as the state’s number one ranked team. The Patriots outrebounded Washington-Wilkes (14-9) 53-30 led by Tyliah Benjamin’s 13 points, 21 rebounds and 5 blocks before fouling out. Wilcox County outscored the Tigers 44-18 in the paint. Shamauri Martin shined as a playmaker with 20 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals. Carly Miller posted 14 points. The Patriots led 32-20 at the half. The Tigers came out hot with a 7-0 run to open the third quarter. Things got interesting when Benjamin picked up her fourth foul at the 4:28 mark with the Patriots up 38-29. Wilcox County led 47-36 after three and saw Benjamin return to the floor at the 5:51 mark with the Patriots leading 56-42. The Tigers had cut the lead to 47-41 but Miller answered with a quick three to extend the lead and Kamauri Martin converted an And-1, sparking a 21-3 run to put the game out of reach. Martin posted 9 points off the bench, all in the second half. Freshmen Myasia Lewis and Samaria Young powered Washington-Wilkes with 15 points and 10 points respectively, Young adding 7 rebounds. Kaidyn Porter chipped in 10 points and 5 rebounds.

Savannah Blue JacketsR3 #1 No. 1 Savannah 58, R3 #2 No. 3 McIntosh County Academy 52: Down for 23:20 of the 32-minute contest, Savannah (27-4) rallied to stun region rival McIntosh County Academy (26-6), denying the Buccaneers their first state title, beating them for a third time this season and in the process capturing their 11th state title, first since 1998. The Blue Jackets had no flow until midway through the fourth quarter as foul trouble became a blessing, flipping a switch for Savannah. Deshawn Davis fouled out at the 3:31 mark with the Jackets down 50-40. Instead of the disqualification being the beginning of the end, it sparked a 16-1 run that began with a Chance Hendricks three followed by a Jermontae Brown steal and And-1 layup that drew Savannah to within 50-46 in just 26 seconds. McIntosh County Academy’s MJ Quarterman fouled out with 2:25 to play with 11 points and 8 rebounds as the Buccaneers still maintained a 51-46 advantage. Stephon Fox, who came off the bench for Davis, scored six of his eight points in the fourth quarter including shooting 4-4 from the foul line. Savannah took their first lead since up 7-6 when Hendricks sank a corner three with 1:17 left to go ahead 52-51, finishing with a game-high 17 points and 8 rebounds. The Blue Jackets held MCA scoreless for over two minutes as they made their run. Maki Joyner, who battled foul trouble all game, provided the Blue Jackets with 14 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals after having just two points and three fouls at halftime. McIntosh County Academy saw Jayden Ellis post 11 points and 7 rebounds followed by CJ Battle who had 10 points and 7 rebounds before fouling out late.

GIRLS THREE-POINT CONTEST

CLASS 5A

River Ridge KnightsR6 #1 No. 1 River Ridge 52, R3 #1 No. 2 Langston Hughes 47: Down 16 with 3:30 remaining, River Ridge (31-1) never waivered, rallying to stun Langston Hughes (29-3) for the Knights’ second state title in three years. The Panthers led 15-5 after one, a nightmare start for the Knights, shooting 2-15 from the field and seeing Finley Parker pick up two fouls. Parker had three fouls heading into the third quarter with the Knights down 31-24 but with momentum hitting five of their final six shots. Joy Tchamabe came off the bench to spark the Knights with all 13 of her points off the bench in the first half. Parker, who played just 14 minutes, checked in for the first time in the third quarter with the Knights down 40-26 with 3:30 left in the third as Cornelia Ellington hurt River Ridge with her quickness, leading the Panthers with 12 points. Furman-signee Sophia Pearl buried River Ridge’s first three of the game at the 2:22 mark to make it 42-29, the Knights shooting 4-11 from distance overall. River Ridge entered the fourth quarter down 45-33 before flipping the script on the Panthers, outscoring Langston Hughes 19-2 to close the game. The Knights hit two threes in the fourth quarter, birthday girl Makayla Roberson sinking one from the corner to make it 45-38 before Parker swished a long ball to make it 45-41 with 3:37 left. Kyla Cantey, who scored nine of her 12 points in the fourth quarter, had timely hoop after timely hoop starting with a steal and layup to make it 45-43.  Georgia Southern-signee Kayla Cleaveland finished with 8 points and 11 rebounds, tying the game at 45 with 2:01 to play on an And-1. Three seconds later on a baseline out of bounds, Cantey struck again with an And-1 layup to give the Knights their first lead since 4-2 in the first quarter, surging ahead 48-45. Kylar-Rae Johnson snapped a 15-0 Knight run with a transition layup. The Panthers had an opportunity to take the lead after River Ridge missed a pair of free throws but Langston Hughes turned the ball over on an offensive rebound. With 23 seconds left the Knights once again saw Cantey break free on a baseline out of bounds to make it 50-47. Two Pearl free throws with three seconds left iced it. The Furman-signee finished her career with 9 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Langston Hughes got 11 points and great defense from Karrell Greene.  The Panthers successfully held River Ridge to just six fastbreak points and held the Knights to two single digit quarters, but allowed 19 points apiece in the second and fourth quarters.

Tri-Cities BulldogsR4 #2 No. 2 Tri-Cities 66, R4 #1 No. 1 Woodward Academy 55: Tri-Cities (26-6) avenged two earlier losses to Woodward Academy (27-5) and split the season series 2-2, winning the most important game, the state championship, the Bulldogs’ third in the past seven years. Tri-Cities face-guarded Clemson-signee Zac Foster in the second half, limiting him to 14 points, just five in the second half. Jalan Wingfield, who averaged just eight points in their prior two meetings, dominated from the get-go, posting 20 points, 19 rebounds and 3 blocks. Woodward Academy led 27-25 at the half after a late Foster three but Tri-Cities won the third quarter 19-13 to inch ahead 44-40 heading into the fourth, closing on a 4-0 run. The largest lead of the game going into the fourth was just five points but the Bulldogs broke it open with an 11-0 run to sprint ahead 57-46 with just 1:39 left. Tre Keith finished with 14 points while Georgia Southern-signee Sean Van Dorn tallied 18 points, 11 coming in the decisive fourth quarter. After shooting 40% through three quarters, the War Eagles mustered just 4-18 (22%) shooting in the final frame. Deke Cooper finished with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Jarvis Hayes Jr. had 15 points and 7 rebounds.

SATURDAY, MARCH 8

CLASS A D-I

Fannin County Rebels#1 No. 3 Fannin County 51, #2 No. 1 Banks County 42: Fannin County (29-2) snapped Banks County’s 22-game winning streak to claim the school’s third state title, first since 1999. A high scoring first quarter saw Banks County (25-6) lead 17-14 and 23-20 at the half. In the third quarter, the Rebels ripped off a 12-2 run to take control 32-25 but the Leopards responded with a 6-0 close to trail 32-31 entering the fourth. Fannin County scored the first five points of the final stanza as Izzie Jabaley sank a corner three to extend the lead to 37-31 as the Rebels shot 4-13 from deep but 3-6 in the second half while Banks managed just 2-12 for the game. At the 5:13 mark, Reese Lewis picked up her fourth foul and went to the bench with Fannin County up 39-33. The Rebels went on a mini 5-2 spurt as Maggie Ledford netted a three, the junior the star of the game finishing with 22 points and 7 rebounds on 10-15 shooting and 2-4 from deep. The Rebels withstood poor foul shooting, going just 11-23 from the line and 7-16 in the fourth quarter but relied on their defense to hold the Leopards at bay, just 6-26 (23%) from the field after halftime. Reese and Ryleigh Murphy scored 9 points apiece to lead the Leopards. Lewis double-doubled for the Rebels with 14 points, 10 rebounds and 3 blocks. Fannin County handled Banks County’s 2-2-1 press, turning the ball over just 15 times after the Leopards forced 37 Model turnovers in the Final Four.  Jabaley recorded 9 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and just 3 turnovers. Banks County turned the ball over 18 times, leading to 13 Fannin County points.

#15 No. 3 BEST Academy 62, #1 No. 2 Southwest-Macon 56: BEST Academy (25-7) used a 25-11 fourth quarter including a 10-0 run over the final 2:16 to bewilder hometown Southwest-Macon (27-3) to win their first ever state title and deny the Patriots a seventh championship. Down 45-37 going into the fourth, BEST Academy deployed a 1-2-2 press to get back into the game. The Eagles last led 24-23 in the second quarter before Jacob Mickell scored at the 1:06 mark to take a 58-56 lead. Mickell finished with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists while Joshua Mickell scored a game-high 16 points. Nick Dozier scored eight of his 14 points to pair with his 9 rebounds in the fourth quarter. The Eagles went 8-14 from the field and 8-12 from the line in the fourth quarter. Southwest-Macon was powered by CJ Howard’s 31 points and 5 rebounds. Chase Dupree had 10 points.

SLAM DUNK CONTEST

CLASS 6A

Newton RamsR4 #2 No. 7 Newton 59, R4 #1 No. 2 Grayson 56: The fourth time was a charm for Newton (25-5) as the Rams won their first state title by finally knocking off defending state champ Grayson (30-2), snapping their 30-game winning streak. London Smith would not be denied, the sophomore dropping in 23 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 block after netting 28 points in the Final Four. Deadlocked at 13 after one, Newton led 26-25 at the half and took their largest lead of the game at the 1:15 mark of the third up 48-40 behind Smith’s 11-point quarter before Grayson closed on a 4-0 run highlighted by Jacksonville-signee Tatum Brown’s And-1 jumper right before the horn. Grayson last led 29-28 in the third quarter, never holding a lead in the fourth. A three from Liyah Williams cut the deficit to 48-47 early in the frame but Newton responded with a 7-3 spurt. Grayson had a chance to tie the game with under a minute to play but Brown was blocked by Smith with 48 seconds left. Grayson got a stop at the 23.3 mark but turned the ball over when racing up the sideline after an inbound. With 15 seconds left, Smith split a pair of free throws, giving the Rams one last chance to tie it. A Coco Rudolph straightaway three was off the mark however and a second attempt at a three-pointer never came. Newton’s size hurt Grayson at times, outrebounding the Rams 35-23, outscoring Grayson 32-24 in the paint and converting 17 second chance points. The game featured four tied scores and 11 lead changes, seven in the first half. Camille Files posted 10 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals while Mya Perry had 8 points and 6 rebounds for Newton. Grayson got 16 points and 6 rebounds from Brown, followed by 15 points and 6 rebounds from Rudolph. Zoie Lofton netted 11 points.

Wheeler WildcatsR5 #1 No. 2 Wheeler 61, R4 #2 No. 6 Newton 56: Wheeler (29-3) jumped out to a 20-10 lead and looked like they would coast to their 10th state title but Newton (22-10) fought tooth and nail, pushing the Wildcats to the brink before bowing out in the final moments. Minnesota football-signee Zachry Harden drained a three-point shot from halfcourt to send the Rams into the half down 34-30, hitting five of their final seven shots to gain momentum. A pair of Harden free throws at the 3:20 mark of the third gave the Rams their first lead since 6-5, up 42-40. Newton held a 46-44 advantage heading into the fourth quarter before the Wildcats outscored the Rams 17-10, propelled a 10-4 run to close, Newton’s last lead 52-51 with 2:42 to play after App State-signee Ted Neal had back-to-back possessions with emphatic blocks, the second sparking a transition layup for Marcus Smith II who finished with 7 points and 6 assists. With 19.6 seconds left, Bryce Jackson split a pair of free throws to draw the Rams to within 57-56 but Colben Landrew, who had 19 points and 8 rebounds, coolly hit two free throws with 14.2 seconds remaining to make it 59-56. Newton got the ball to Harden on a sideline out of bounds and got a clean look, but the shot clanged off the rim. Harden, who had a game-high 26 points and 7 rebounds, hunted down the miss and immediately forced a jump ball to retain possession with 10 seconds to play. Off a baseline out of bounds, Jordan Green, who had 16 points, missed a fading away corner three and Landrew knocked down two free throws to ice it. Kevin Savage provided Wheeler with 19 points. Newton battled foul trouble all game as Harden fouled out while Neal, Jackson, Smith and RJ Wilson all finished with four fouls.

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CLASS 6A

Saturday, March 1 at Georgia State

R4 #1 No. 2 Grayson 53, R5 #1 No. 6 Cherokee 48: Grayson (30-1) rallied from down nine points in the third quarter to topple Cherokee (26-5), avenging their lone loss of the year which came in the season opener. Jacksonville-signee Tatum Brown poured in 21 points to lead the comeback. Zoie Lofton scored 11 points and Jayla Bennett added 8. South Florida-lacrosse signee Alex Whitecliffe scored 16 points while Lyla Griffith added 14 for the Warriors.

R4 #2 No. 7 Newton 55, R6 #1 No. 3 North Forsyth 47:  The young Rams rode sophomore London Smith to storm past North Forsyth (30-1). Smith poured in 15 points in the third quarter to give Newton (24-5) a 37-36 lead heading into the fourth quarter after trailing 23-18 at the half. Smith finished with a game-high 28 points. Mya Perry scored 10 points and Zoey Jackson added 7. Chattanooga-signee London Weaver finished her career with 22 points for the Raiders. Gabbie Gliatta netted 10 points.

CLASS 5A

Friday, February 28 at Georgia State

R3 #1 No. 2 Langston Hughes 66, R1 #1 No. 8 Bradwell Institute 46: Karrell Greene came off the bench to pour in a game-high 24 points to power Langston Hughes (29-2). UGA-signee Jocelyn Faison scored 12 points while Georgia State-signee Savannah Robinson-Holmes tacked on 10. Kylar Rae Johnson (9) and Cornelia Ellington (8) balanced the attack. West Georgia-signee Parris Parham paced Bradwell Institute (26-4) with 20 points.

R6 #1 No. 1 River Ridge 91, R7 #1 No. 4 Milton 64: River Ridge (30-1) advanced to their second state championship in three years. The Knights led 33-7 early in the second quarter before Milton (24-7) cut the lead to 11. Finley Parker (22), Georgia Southern-signee Kayla Cleaveland (20), Kyla Cantey (16), Makayla Roberson (15) and Furman-signee Sophia Pearl (11) balanced the attack. Milton was led by Londyn Walker’s 20 points. Florida A&M-signee Zana Justice had 14 points and Deyva Davis added 11.

CLASS 4A

Saturday, March 1 at Fort Valley State

R4 #1 No. 1 Creekside 54, R7  R5 #1 No. 3 Marist 43: The dream of a perfect season is still alive for Creekside (31-0) after the Seminoles withstood star guard C’India Dennis fouling out at the 3:50 mark with 32 points and the Noles up 49-36, knocking off defending state champion Marist (29-3). Kate Harpring scored 28 in the loss.

R4 #3 No. 10 Maynard Jackson 80, R8 #1 No. 5 North Oconee 79 3OT: A wild marathon of a game was decided by a controversial whistle as Aaliyah Weaver baited a foul and coolly sank two free throws with three seconds left to lift Maynard Jackson (20-7) back to Macon for a chance to repeat as state champs, surviving Oklahoma-signee Kendall Wells’ 30 points. Missed free throws plagued the Lady Titans in the loss who took the lead with 12 seconds left on a Lolly Willis baseline wrap-around pass to freshman Leah Pollack after Cayden Cornish sank a pair of free throws to give the Jaguars the lead, part of her 23 points. Weaver finished with 29 points to power the Jaguars while Willis netted 28 for the Titans. Journey Conley double-doubled for Maynard Jackson with 16 points and 11 rebounds.

CLASS 3A

Friday, February 28 at Fort Valley State

#4 No. 8 Cherokee Bluff 56, #8 Jenkins 54: Bristol Kersh netted 17 points including the game-winning banked in runner at the buzzer to lift Cherokee Bluff (24-8) to the state championship. Claire Carlson scored 23 points and hit a corner three late in the game to take a one-point lead before Jenkins (20-9) answered with a go-ahead bucket. I’Yarna Lee led the Warriors with 23 points.

#7 No. 1 Baldwin 62, #3 No. 3 Fayette County 55: Baldwin (25-6) received 20 points and 18 rebounds from Janaye Walker. Georgia Southwestern-signee Kassidy Neal piled in 20 points and 8 rebounds to top Fayette County (25-6) for the second time this season. Suri Clark double-doubled with 12 points and 10 rebounds. The Tigers saw Journy Scott score 17 points. USC Upstate-soccer commit Deyla McCoy netted 15 points while New York-signee Megan Ohonde had 11 points, 6 rebounds and 6 steals. BriAnn Freeman chipped in 9 points and 8 rebounds.

CLASS 2A

Friday, February 28 at Georgia  Southwestern

#1 No. 3 Murray County 71, #5 No. 8 Morgan County 66: Murray County (30-1) advanced to the state championship for the first time since 1966 behind freshman Blaklee Ledford’s 21 points and 5 assists.  Montreat-commit Bayleigh Winkler posted 17 points and 8 rebounds while Callan Ledford collected 12 points and 10 rebounds. In the loss, Morgan County (21-10) was led by Emmanuel-signee Jaden Young’s 29 points. Kymora Smith and Cydney Burke each scored 14 points.

#3 No. 4 Hardaway 65, #2 No. 1 Josey 45: Hardaway (25-6) advanced back to the state championship, pulling away from Josey (24-4) in the fourth quarter.

CLASS A D-I

Saturday, March 1 at Georgia College

#1 No. 3 Fannin County 72, #5 No. 2 East Laurens 63: Fannin County (28-2) punched their ticket back to Macon for the first time since 2021 as the Rebels pulled away from East Laurens (22-6) in the second half.

#2 No. 1 Banks County 51, #3 No. 5 Model 44 OT: Model (24-6) melted down against the Leopards’ pressure, squandering a 44-38 lead with 66 seconds to play in regulation, losing in overtime as Banks County (25-5) finished the game on an 13-0 run. The Lady Blue Devils had upwards of 30+ turnovers allowing the Leopards to stay within striking distance as they trailed for a significant portion of the second half.

CLASS A D-II

Friday, February 28 at Georgia College

R4 #1 No. 1 Wilcox County 75, R3 #1 No. 5 Screven County 47: Jaliah Roberts had 22 points and 7 rebounds in the loss for Screven County (23-6) while Olivia Jackson had 14 points and 11 rebounds.

R8 #1 Washington-Wilkes 66, R6 #1 No. 2 Macon County 55: Washington-Wilkes (14-8) clinched a berth in the state title game by beating Macon County (22-4).

CLASS 3A-1A PRIVATE

Friday, February 28 at North Georgia

#1 No. 1 Hebron Christian 74, #5 No. 4 Galloway 32: Auburn-signee Ja’Kerra Butler scored 23 points and grabbed 10 rebounds while George Washington-signee Mia James pitched in 17 for Hebron Christian (29-1). Miami-signee Danielle Osho had 15 points and 11 rebounds. Alanna Beckham scored 10. Taryn Thompson scored 15 points for Galloway (20-9).

#3  No. 3 Holy Innocents’ 63, #2 No. 2 St. Francis 61: Freshman Loriel Murray scored 18 points, 16 in the second half including the game-winner with 10 seconds left to advance Holy Innocents’ (24-5) to the state title game. Stanford-signee and All-American Hailee Swain had the steal and assist to win the game, finishing with a game-high 23 points. Nakhai Worthy added 14 points. Giaunni Rogers netted 16 points and Camryn Golston powered St. Francis (28-3) with 15 points.

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