News Summary

The Tuscaloosa News has opened voting for the 2025 High School Girls Basketball Player of the Year. With 32 nominees showcasing their talents, fans can vote until March 27. This season has seen thrilling playoff battles, including a strong performance by Hillcrest High School, which reached the Final Four. Gather your friends, support your favorites, and make your votes count!

Voting Now Open for The Tuscaloosa News’ 2025 High School Girls Basketball Player of the Year

The bustling city of Tuscaloosa has seen another thrilling high school girls basketball season come to a close, with a rollercoaster of emotions, victories, and heartaches. As we hang up our jerseys for the season, fans now have the exciting opportunity to honor the top talents of the year by casting their votes for the esteemed title of Player of the Year.

Playoff Battles and Triumphs

This year’s drama unfolded as a total of 15 teams from the Tuscaloosa area showed off their skills and determination, advancing to the playoffs across various classifications. It’s been a season full of surprises, with unexpected victories and nail-biting finishes that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. Notably, Hillcrest High School made an impressive run to the Final Four, ultimately finishing as the runner-up in Alabama’s largest classification. Their journey has been a testament to hard work and resilience.

Nominees and Voting Details

Now, it’s time to shine the spotlight on the 32 remarkable nominees for the Player of the Year award, each showcasing her unique talents on the court. Fans will certainly recognize some household names, but there are also some surprise nominees that may take fans by storm. Among these standouts are:

  • Maggie Mauldin, Berry
  • Preslee Kelly, Fayette County
  • Lailah Hill, Hale County
  • Kynaja Marshall, Hale County
  • Kha’Liyah Harris, Hale County
  • Blakeley Nixon, Hillcrest
  • Jareah Branch, Hillcrest
  • Trinity Braggs, Hillcrest
  • Bailey McLaurine, Holy Spirit
  • Maddie Claire Taylor, Holy Spirit
  • Georgia Gardner, Hubbertville
  • Diamond Chankio, North River Christian Academy
  • Halle Burch, North River Christian Academy
  • Kaitlyn DeProspo, North River Christian Academy
  • Alaina Fuller, North River Christian Academy
  • Ryleigh Brooke Norris, Northridge
  • Aleia Morrell, Northridge
  • Taylor Ivory, Northridge
  • La’Miah Foy, Northridge
  • Ava Maye, Northridge
  • Kamryn Knowles, Northside
  • Caroline Jones, Northside
  • Claire Jones, Northside
  • Emma Bennett, Northside
  • Adrienne Hunt, Paul W. Bryant
  • Faith Bonner, Paul W. Bryant
  • Ella Wheeler, Sulligent
  • Ella Williams, Tuscaloosa Academy
  • Lily Lucas, Tuscaloosa Academy
  • Krimson Calhoun, West Blocton
  • Kennah Beth Lacy, Winfield
  • Julie Anderson, Winfield

The voting process is now officially open and will remain active until Thursday, March 27, at noon CT. Fans can vote multiple times during this voting period, encouraging everyone to rally behind their favorite players and show support for their achievements throughout the season.

Looking Ahead

In addition to the Player of the Year honors, exciting news is on the horizon as the Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) announced its All-State high school basketball teams. Recognition for outstanding athletes and coaches across various classifications is an important part of celebrating the hard work and dedication prevalent in the sport. The ASWA will also be revealing its finalists for Player of the Year, as well as Mr. and Miss Basketball at a special banquet taking place on April 17, in Montgomery.

As the season wraps up and the votes pour in, it’s clear that the high school girls basketball scene in Tuscaloosa is alive with talent, tenacity, and team spirit. So, gather your friends, pick your favorites, and make those votes count!

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