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.
Aaliyah Moore of
Moore is the 2020-21 MaxPreps Oklahoma High School Girls Basketball Player of the Year. The 6-foot-2 senior forward led the Lions to a 16-9 record and the Class 6A west regionals.
Moore averaged 25.9 points and 10.9 rebounds per game as a senior for head coach Brent Hodges.
Over her four-year career, Moore tallied 1,803 points, 882 rebounds and posted 71 double-doubles. She holds the school record for points in a game with 43.
The University of Texas signee is regarded as the No. 6 prospect in the Class of 2021 according to ESPN. Moore was named a McDonald's All-American earlier this year.
Each state's MaxPreps Player of the Year will be considered for inclusion in the MaxPreps All-America Team.
Aaliyah Moore piled up 71 double-doubles in her high school career.
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