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Springville juniors Kayla Porray (left) and Ellie Esplin hug after winning the 5A semifinal game against Bountiful at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Lehi senior Jamisyn Heaton goes up for a shot during the 5A championship game against Springville at the Marriott Center in Provo on Saturday, March 5, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Lone Peak head coach Nancy Warner directs her team during the 6A championship game against Fremont in the Marriott Center in Provo on Saturday, March 5, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Lone Peak players (from left) Makeili Ika, Kailey Woolston and Tulia Nawahine pose for a photo after winning the 6A semifinal game against Herriman at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on Thursday, March 3, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Lehi senior Macie Wall shoots a layup during the 5A championship game against Springville at the Marriott Center in Provo on Saturday, March 5, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Skyridge sophomore Cambree Blackham drives to the basket during the 6A quarterfinal game against Lone Peak at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Pleasant Grove junior Brooklyn Fely shoots a shot during the Region 4 game against Lone Peak at Pleasant Grove on Friday, Jan. 14, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Westlake senior Jill Lungren blocks a shot during the 6A semifinal game against Fremont at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City on Thursday, March 3, 2022. (Patrick Carr, Standard-Examiner)

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Springville junior Brooke Pennington jumps into the arms of senior Ashleigh Mousser after the 5A championship game against Lehi at the Marriott Center in Provo on Saturday, March 5, 2022. (Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald)

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Here are the best girls basketball players in Utah Valley during the 2021-22 season:

Player of the Year: Kailey Woolston, Jr. G, Lone Peak

One of the most versatile players in the state who was a dynamic scorer (19.7 points per game, 64 made 3-pointers), a key rebounder and passer (6.1 rebounds per game, 1.7 assists per game), and a defender who would take on anyone (1.5 steals per game) as she led the Knights to an undefeated season.

Offensive MVP: Jamisyn Heaton, Sr. F, Lehi

Focal point on offense for the 5A runner-up Pioneers who could score inside or outside as well as get to the rim, finishing with 16.6 points per game, 6.1 rebounds per game, 2.3 assists per game, and 43 made 3-pointers.

Defensive MVP: Ellie Esplin, Jr. G, Springville

Pesky defensive presence who averaged 2.6 steals per game (to go with 13.1 points per game and 2.3 rebounds per game) and spearheaded the physical, disruptive onslaught that took opponents out of rhythm and propelled the Red Devils to the 5A title.

Coach of the Year: Nancy Warner, Lone Peak

Took a relatively Knight young team and guided it to play to its strengths, resulting in an undefeated season and a win over nationally ranked Fremont in a 6A championship double-overtime classic. Warner has now won state titles at both Springville and Lone Peak.

All-Valley First Team

Listed alphabetically

Cambree Blackham, So. G, Skyridge

Tenacious defender and explosive scorer who did some of everything for the Falcons (12.3 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 2.7 apg, 2.7 spg).

Brooklyn Fely, Jr. G, Pleasant Grove

Athletic presence at both ends of the floor who was an excellent scorer (13.4 ppg), rebounder ( 8.6 rpg), and defender (2.3 spg).

Makeila Ika, Jr. G, Lone Peak

Energetic guard with a flair for the dramatic who was a leader on the (10.7 ppg, 3 rpg, 2.9 apg, 1.9 spg, 32 made 3-pointers) and hit the game-winning shot in the 6A title game.

Sheridan Liggett, Sr. G, Maple Mountain

Relentless attacker who could put up points in bunches (19.3 ppg) while also making plays for others (6 rpg, 3.3 apg, 1.9 spg).

Jill Lungren, Sr. F, Westlake

Gifted shooter who could stretch opposing defenses (11.8 ppg, 52 made 3-pointers) and used her length to affect shots.

Teuila Nawahine, Sr. G, Lone Peak

Steady, consistent presences for the Knights who did a little of everything (7.4 ppg, 4.3 rpg, 1.8 apg, 1.6 spg) to help her team succeed.

Shawnee Nordstrom, So. G, Lone Peak

Fearless competitor who could shoot (9.5 ppg, 27 made 3-pointers) and attack, but also played intense defense (3.8 rpg, 3.3 apg, 2.1 spg).

Brooke Pennington, Sr. G, Springville

Deadly shooter (11.9 ppg) who was also committed to giving her best to the team in all areas of her game (4.5 rpg, 1.4 apg, 1.4 spg).

Kayla Porray, Jr. G, Springville

Talented athlete who was needed to score (10.1 ppg) but often frustrated taller opponents inside on defense (2.5 rpg, 2.9 apg).

Macie Wall, Sr. F, Lehi

Impressive athlete who stepped up in many areas whenever her team needed her (12.1 ppg, 5.9 rpg, 2 spg, 15 made 3-pointers).

All-Valley Second Team

Hinemoa Aston, Sr. G, Timpview

12.8 ppg, 2.6 rpg, 2.7 spg

Sarah Bartholomew, So. C, Lone Peak

5.7 ppg, 5.4 rpg

Tessa Chaney, Sr. C, Westlake

12.7 ppg, 7 rpg, 1.4 spg

Summer Christensen, Jr. G, Timpanogos

18.6 ppg, 5.8 rpg, 3.3 apg, 3.6 spg

Emily Evans, Sr. G/F, American Fork

14.2 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 1.6 apg, 1.6 spg

Teagan Gray, Sr. G, Skyridge

6.8 ppg, 2.4 spg, 2.8 rpg

Gabby Goo, Sr. C, Orem

14 ppg, 8.5 rpg, 1.3 apg, 1 bpg

Kaylee Headrick, Sr. G, Westlake

11 ppg, 5.3 rpg, 2.4 apg, 2 spg

Ta’Niya Latson, Sr. G, American Heritage

27.2 ppg, 8 rpg, 7 apg, 5.3 spg

Chloe Rutter, Jr. F, Pleasant Grove

13 ppg, 5.8 rpg, 2.2 apg, 2.4 spg

Eve Schmalbeck, Sr. G, Cedar Valley

12.2 ppg, 6.7 rpg

Naia Tanuvasa, So. G, Lone Peak

7 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 1.5 apg, 1.8 spg

Honorable Mention

American Fork: Calli Condie, Nicole Lewis, Savannah Colyar

American Heritage: Joey Delancy, Emani Theodule, Gabriela Dumas

ALA: Tiffany Tervort, Alexis Webster, Shelby Huff

Cedar Valley: Olivia Kaaihue, Naomi Nicholson, Gabrielle Hudson

Freedom Prep: Tameryn Koford, Moeana Teaotea

Lehi: Sammi Love, Tara Smith, Addy Scrivner, Brooklyn Wiltbank, Savannah Jones

Lone Peak: Kaylee Rich

Maeser: Victoria Memmott, Kate Killpack, Kelly Ha

Maple Mountain: Jaynee Tanner, Siale Unufe, Annika Vorkink

Merit: Mary Moody, Angel Tanner

Mountain View: Lili Suguturaga, Kate Shirts, Emmy Huff

Orem: Rayli Galeai, Ady Hiatt, Bricia Hendry

Payson: Emma Sorensen, Melissa McCauley, Krista Rowley

Pleasant Grove: Mia Reeves, Maren Jones

Provo: Kali Wright, Kiley Biorge

Rockwell: Greta Robinson, Jenna Bond, Kiaya Bond

Salem Hills: Chenille Nye, Macklyn Mortensen, Brekell Gammell

Skyridge: Donya Perkins, Bella Sika, KJ Gotberg

Spanish Fork: Stacy Lomenick, Allie Branch

Springville: Madi Galbraith, Katie Durfey, Ashleigh Mousser

Timpanogos: Katie Walker, Kate Dickinson, Raygan Peterson

Timpview: Brookelyn Eyre, Maddie Edgington, Katie Hansen, Natalia Ballin

Tintic: Kaysiee Lassen, Gracie Conklin

Wasatch: Chiara Serre, Ashley Garner, Grace Wunder

Westlake: Chloe Jensen, Siona Sauvao, Austyn Feller