IndyStar will be recognizing the top girls basketball players in Indiana with our players of the week poll.
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Congratulations to Westville’s Hillary Labis on being voted Preseason Player of the Year. The 5-11 guard followed an explosive freshman campaign with a similarly electrifying sophomore season. She averaged 25.8 points on 49% shooting (32% 3FG, 78% FT), 10.9 rebounds, 2.4 steals and 2 blocks in 24 games.
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The Plainfield Quakers celebrate Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, after a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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The Plainfield Quakers celebrate Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, after a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Shaniah Daniels (1) prepares to run onto the court Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, before a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers fan Mathers Gray, 3, plays with a toy Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Shaniah Daniels (1) jumps in an attempt to stop McCutcheon Mavericks Brooklyn Spray (4) on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Moriah Armstrong (10) smiles at halftime Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Madelynn Matelic (11) attempts a free throw Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Hannah Menser (22) goes up for a basket Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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A fan stands on the bleachers Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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The Plainfield Quakers bench celebrates Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Shaniah Daniels (1) guards McCutcheon Mavericks Lillie Graves (12) on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers students celebrate Plainfield Quakers Hannah Menser (22) on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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McCutcheon Mavericks Breyann Miller (14) grabs the ball against Plainfield Quakers Kara Olejnik (23) on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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McCutcheon Mavericks Lillie Graves (12) listens to head coach Jeff Knoy Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, before a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Moriah Armstrong (10) rebounds the ball Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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McCutcheon Mavericks Lillie Graves (12) walks on the court Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Shaniah Daniels (1) prepares to run onto the court Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, before a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Emma Righter (5) looks to the basket against McCutcheon Mavericks Breyann Miller (14) and McCutcheon Mavericks Anne Pinkerton (20) on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Shaniah Daniels (1) is introduced Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, before a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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McCutcheon Mavericks Camryn Williams (34) goes after the ball Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers head coach Curt Benge talks with his team at halftime Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Madelynn Matelic (11) goes up for a basket Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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The Plainfield Quakers talk at halftime Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Plainfield Quakers Caroline Armstrong (2) and Plainfield Quakers Shaniah Daniels (1) celebrate Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, after a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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McCutcheon Mavericks Keara Lipscomb-Allen (5) looks to pass Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, during a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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McCutcheon Mavericks head coach Jeff Knoy talks to his team Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, before a game at Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Ind. The Plainfield Quakers defeated the McCutcheon Mavericks, 70-50.
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Here are last week’s top performers.
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Te’Asia Briscoe, Purdue Poly – Engelwood
Briscoe kicked off her senior season with 27 points, 12 rebounds, four assists, two steals and five blocks in a win over Columbus East, then went for 25 points, 14 rebounds, three steals, three assists and a couple blocks vs. Lafayette Jefferson.
Haley Conder, South Central
Conder went for 45 points(!!) in an 89-67 loss to Clarksville on Friday.
Jillian Conrad, Danville
The junior led the Warriors to a 74-59 statement win over Hamilton Heights in the season opener, notching 26 points on 9-of-15 shooting with three triples and a 5-for-5 mark at the line. She generated eight points in a win over 4A Perry Meridian later in the week, and finished the week with 17 rebounds, five steals, three assists and a block.
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Haven Flagle, New Palestine
Flagle poured in 30 points to help beat Indian Creek, then notched 13 in Saturday’s win over Brebeuf Jesuit.
Olliana Hardin, Westville
Hardin recorded 19 points, six rebounds, two steals and an assist to fuel a 76-65 win over 4A Lake Central, then posted a double-double against New Prairie with 11 points and 15 rebounds. She also blocked three shots vs. the Cougars.
Daisha Hooks, GEO Next Generation
Hooks tallied nine points, 17 rebounds (nine offensive) and a couple blocks to help the Eagles secure a 34-17 decision vs. Phalen Academy, their first win in two seasons.
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Adah Hupfer, Pendleton Heights
The senior Northwestern commit tallied 16 points, 13 rebounds and a block in a season-opening win over Hamilton Heights. Hupfer became the first player in program history to clear 1,000 career rebounds amid her performance.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Kara Padgett (14) is introduced Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, before a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Kara Padgett (14) is introduced Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, before a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs head coach Josh Sabol smiles Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, after a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats Heavynne Beard (13) looks to pass Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Brownsburg Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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The Brownsburg Bulldogs student section celebrates Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats Zion Hunt (21) attempts to stop Brownsburg Bulldogs Naomi Oniyide (0) on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Quinn Sowder (23) attempts a free throw Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats head coach Stephen Thomas talks with the team Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, before a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Brownsburg Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats Heavynne Beard (13) celebrates Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Brownsburg Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats Jaida Wheat (4) and Brownsburg Bulldogs Quinn Sowder (23) go for the ball Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Quinn Sowder (23) rebounds the ball Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats Mykel Story (10) attempts a basket Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Brownsburg Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats Zion Hunt (21) and Brownsburg Bulldogs Kadence Paddock (12) go for the ball Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Brownsburg Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Naomi Oniyide (0) smiles in the locker room Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, after a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Brownsburg Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Lawrence North Wildcats Jaida Wheat (4) is introduced Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, before a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Quinn Sowder (23) celebrates after scoring Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Ava Emberton (11) reaches for a high-five Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Kara Padgett (14) gets up Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Lawrence North Wildcats, 62-52.
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Brownsburg Bulldogs Naomi Oniyide (0) looks to pass around Lawrence North Wildcats Zion Hunt (21) on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, during a game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg, Ind. The Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats, 62-52.
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Journie Johnson, Carmel
The freshman kicked off her career by dropping 22 points and pulling in eight rebounds against Lawrence Central. She finished 5-for-6 from 3.
Kenzie Koch, Eastern Hancock
Two games, two 30-point performances for the Ball State commit, who notched 32 points on 9-of-20 shooting vs. Heritage Christian, then went for 31 on 10-of-22 shooting (eight 3s) against Rushville. Koch totaled 15 rebounds, 12 assists, six steals and a block between the two games.
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Elliot Leffler, Roncalli
The senior led Roncalli to a 55-46 win over Jay County, registering 14 points and nine rebounds.
Kihanna Mellanson, Heritage Christian
The senior guard racked up 27 points for the shorthanded Eagles in a 67-59 loss to Eastern Hancock.
Delaney Noll, Homestead
The junior point guard tallied 29 points (five 3-pointers) and four assists in a Saturday afternoon win over Fort Wayne Snider at Lawrence North.
Mallory O’Brien, Rossville
The sophomore notched 30 points on 13-of-31 shooting in a 57-48 loss to Faith Christian. She also tallied eight rebounds, five steals and two assists.
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Jillian Sanderson, Penn
The sophomore’s floater with 1.8 seconds left lifted Penn to a 53-52 overtime victory against Valparaiso. Sanderson finished with 19 points.
Harper Scaringe, Center Grove
The freshman capped her varsity debut with a buzzer-beating 3-pointer in a 39-38 win over Franklin Central. Scaringe finished the game with 16 points on 40% shooting, then went for 14 points and 10 assists at Fishers on Saturday.
Paige Schnaus, Gibson Southern
The senior secured a 1-0 start for the Titans, drilling a game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer vs. Bloomington South. Schnaus finished with 24 points on 7-of-12 shooting, with 16 rebounds, three steals and an assist. She was 1-for-1 from 3.
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Zoie Walls, Cascade
The junior led the Cadets to a season-opening win over Greenwood, logging 22 points, eight rebounds, nine steals and four assists in the 50-point win.
