ANN ARBOR – The girls high school basketball season kicked off this week and there are several players from the Ann Arbor area who are expected to leave their mark this winter.

From returning stars to newcomers, the area is filled with talent which should make the 2025-26 season one to remember.

MLive/The Ann Arbor News has put together a list of more than a dozen players to watch this season based on previous success and input from area coaches.

See the list of players below. Players are listed in alphabetical order by last name.

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Emily Bladen, Milan

Junior

Bladen is a floor general who will be key to Milan’s success as the team’s top player. The young guard can score from every level and can make an impact as a defender. Last season as a sophomore, Bladen averaged 14.6, 4.7 rebo

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