Julianna Allen, Mt. Ararat junior forward: Allen was the difference-maker for the Class A champions, averaging 15.3 points per game during the postseason and capping the title run with 17 points and 12 rebounds in the state final. Her footwork and length inside made her a difficult matchup, and her defense in the paint was exceptional.

Madelynn Deprey, Caribou senior guard: The Varsity Maine Player of the Year, Deprey finished her career in grand fashion, scoring 29 points with 16 rebounds in the Class B final victory over Biddeford, and then being named Miss Maine Basketball. She averaged 22 points and 8.3 rebounds. Deprey will play next at Division II Southern New Hampshire University.

Claire Gaetani, John Bapst senior guard: An exceptional athlete, Gaetani could shake any defender, and her active hands and speed made her a terror in transition. She averaged 20 points and 6 rebounds, as well as 5 steals, and her 1,233 career points are a program record. She’ll play next at Bates.

Aubri Hoose, Oceanside senior guard: Showing an ability to play bigger than her 5-4 height, Hoose, a Miss Maine semifinalist, carried a thin Oceanside roster to the B South final. She averaged 19.9 points and 2.9 steals and was relentless on both ends of the floor. “She put Oceanside on her back,” Camden Hills coach Samantha Bragg said.

Kylie Lamson, Cheverus junior guard: Lamson emerged as a player who could carry a team, leading the Stags to the Class AA final. Equally adept at scoring from outside or attacking the basket, she averaged 20.5 points and 5.5 rebounds. Among her highlights was a 40-point game in a win over Sanford.

Izzy Morelli, Gray-New Gloucester senior forward: Morelli, a Miss Maine semifinalist, guided the Patriots to the A South final. She showed an excellent finishing touch while averaging 16.5 points and 7.7 rebounds, and was the WMC senior player of the year. “(She’s) the easiest scorer I’ve ever seen,” Brunswick coach Sam Farrell said.

Lexi Morin, Brunswick senior guard/forward: Few players in the state combined strength, versatility and a competitive nature the way this Miss Maine Basketball finalist did. She averaged 16.6 points and 7 rebounds, had the ability to play and defend all five positions, and could battle for baskets down low and score from outside.

Abby Morrill, Cony senior guard/forward: Morrill was named the KVAC Player of the Year and led Cony’s offense while also guarding the opponent’s best player. She averaged 19.2 points, six rebounds, 3.8 assists and 3.4 steals. “She’s extraordinarily tough,” Hampden Academy coach Nick Winchester said.

Ella Pelletier, Oxford Hills senior forward/guard: The SMAA Class AA and Gatorade Player of the Year, Pelletier dominated throughout the season on both ends of the floor and finished with averages of 23.8 points, 11.1 rebounds and 2.1 steals. The state’s best post player led the Vikings to the Class AA North final, and will play at Division I Stonehill University.

Maddie Provost, Lawrence junior guard: As pure a scorer as there is in the state, Provost led Lawrence to an undefeated regular season and averaged 20.8 points per game, the highest mark in the KVAC. She also ranked second in the conference at 4.6 assists per game, and in a 74-73 rivalry win over Cony, she scored 38 points and hit eight 3-pointers.

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Annie Whitmore, South Portland sophomore guard: Whitmore ran the point for the state champion Red Riots, defended the best opposing player and could also take over games as a scorer. She averaged 10.9 points, 4.6 assists and two steals overall, and 13.5 points during the AA state tournament. “Her basketball IQ is incredible,” Bangor coach Jay Kemble said.

Kytana Williamson, Medomak Valley senior guard: The all-time leading scorer at Medomak Valley (1,114 points) and the KVAC Class B Player of the Year, she finished her career as a Miss Maine semifinalist, averaging 19 points and 4.2 steals. She could score at all three levels, and guided the Panthers to the B South semifinals. She’ll play next at UMaine-Farmington.

COACH OF THE YEAR

Brianne Maloney, South Portland: In her first season, Maloney led the Red Riots to their first state championship in 39 years. South Portland won its final 11 games, and took down defending South champion Gorham and state champion Cheverus to win the Gold Ball. Maloney helped instill confidence in a young team that handled the pressures of a championship run. Julie Petrie, who led Mt. Ararat to the Class A title; Kayla Brown, who guided Caribou to the Class B championship; and Camden Hills’ Samantha Bragg were among coaches also considered.