The esteemed USA TODAY High School Sports Awards takes great pride in revealing the watch list for the 2023-24 USA TODAY HSSA Girls Basketball Player of the Year. This distinguished list comprises 50 exceptional student-athletes who have met the criteria for nomination, showcasing their prowess on the basketball court and their potential to claim the national title.
These talented individuals have either been previous nominees in the national show or have been highly regarded based on their outstanding performance throughout the season, their contributions to state championships, and any other distinguished accolades at the state, regional, or national level.
The official roster for the 2023-24 USA TODAY HSSA Girls Basketball Team will be disclosed later in the spring, with all 25 final team members being celebrated as nominees for the national Girls Basketball Player of the Year. The ultimate winner will be announced during the illustrious USA TODAY High School Sports Awards, a highly anticipated event set to take place this summer. For updates leading up to the event and to relive the excitement of last year’s award winners, visit the event website.
It’s important to note that the watch list serves as a means to monitor eligible nominees for this year’s national show. Athletes may be removed from the list if they no longer represent their high school team, whether it be due to personal choice or injury, or if their high school no longer participates in state-sanctioned championship tournaments for basketball.
However, the list does not conclude here. If there are any other outstanding young women who you believe deserve recognition in the world of girls’ high school basketball, we invite you to submit your suggestions for the Player of the Year award to [email protected] and [email protected]. Your input could help shine a spotlight on even more deserving talents within the sport.
The watch list for the 2023-24 USA TODAY HSSA Girls Basketball Player of the Year features a roster of exceptional athletes from across the country, including Darianna Alexander (JR, G) from Purcell Marian High School in Cincinnati, Ohio, Imari Berry (SR, G) from Clarksville High School in Clarksville, Tennessee, Sienna Betts (JR, F) from Grandview High School in Aurora, Colorado, and Mikayla Blakes (SR, G) from Rutgers Preparatory School in Somerset, New Jersey, among others.
It is evident that the bar has been set high for the 2023-24 USA TODAY HSSA Girls Basketball Player of the Year award, and we look forward to witnessing the extraordinary abilities of these young athletes in action. Their hard work, determination, and passion for the sport are a true testament to their exceptional abilities and potential for greatness.