Each year since 2006, MaxPreps has recognized outstanding performers in high school basketball. America's source for high school sports continues the tradition to close out the 2020-21 season by naming the top player in each state. Selections are based on team success and individual excellence, in addition to local and state accolades.
Marisa Davis of
Valley Vista (Surprise) is the 2020-21 MaxPreps Arizona High School Basketball Player of the Year. The 6-foot-1 senior wing led the Monsoon to a 17-1 record and the Class 6A state championship.
Davis averaged 17.9 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.9 steals per game. She had 21 points and 12 rebounds in Valley Vista's 49-41 win over Hamilton in the title game.
Headed to Seattle to play for the Washington Huskies next season, Davis is regarded as the No. 76 prospect in the Class of 2021 by ESPN Hoopgurlz.
Each state's MaxPreps Player of the Year will be considered for inclusion in the MaxPreps All-America Team.
Marisa Davis (11) with teammates prior to the Class 6A state championship game.
Photo by Mark Jones
