Here's a look at why each Little All-City girls basketball player was selected as a first-team member:

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Player of the Year: Zya Vann, Bethany

5-foot-10 | Guard | Senior 

The story: Vann had a phenomenal finale to her high school career. The OU signee averaged 19.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per game, fueling Bethany to its second straight Class 4A state title and 26-4 record. Vann teamed up with Keziah Lofton to form the top duo in the state, rarely needing to play full games because they created enormous early leads. Vann led the Bronchos with a 3-point percentage of 37.9, and she could score in the paint, using her versatility to keep defenders guessing.

Skylar Durley, Classen SAS

5-foot-9 | Guard | Junior 

The story: Durley has been an active varsity contributor since her freshman season, when Classen SAS won a Class 4A state title. Since, Durley has emerged as the Comets’ primary leader. She surpassed 1,000 career points as a junior, averaging 19 per game this season. Durley’s stat line also featured averages of six rebounds, three assists and three steals per game. With a tough schedule that featured several 6A opponents, Durley guided Classen SAS to a 20-8 record and an area appearance.

Keziah Lofton, Bethany

6-foot-1 | Guard | Junior

The story: Expectations were high for Keziah Lofton. After winning Bethany’s first girls basketball state title and making The Oklahoman’s Super 5 first team, would she defend the Class 4A crown? Lofton delivered, averaging 18.8 points and six rebounds per game en route to another championship. She and Vann balanced each other, sharing the ball to keep defenders from zeroing in on one star. An OU commit, Lofton provided offensive efficiency, shooting 50.1% from the field.

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Josie Megehee, Bethel

5-foot-10 | Guard | Junior

The story: When Megehee starts scoring, she can singlehandedly take over a game. The Tulsa commit averaged 24.9 points and seven rebounds per game, piloting Bethel (18-12) to the Class 3A state tournament for the third straight year. She had two games with 40-plus points, bringing her career total to 1,837 points. Megehee shot 43% from the field while averaging two assists and 3.1 steals per game.

Sania Richardson, Grind Prep

5-foot-6 | Guard | Junior

The story: Richardson put Grind Prep Academy on the map during its inaugural season. Moving from Ada to play for Oklahoma City’s new prep school, Richardson averaged 24 points per game through a 24-11 season. Grind Prep competed in a national league with prep schools across the country, and Richardson earned the league MVP award. Richardson’s stat line also featured averages of 3.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.9 steals per game.

Coach of the Year: Eric Sailer, Bethany

The story: One season ago, Sailer made history, guiding Bethany girls basketball to its first state title. This year, he decided to challenge the Bronchos en route to a second straight championship. Sailer elevated the competition level, traveling out of state and facing nationally ranked dynamos. The result? His team was even stronger. Bethany dominated the Class 4A playoffs with an average margin of victory of 29.7 points.

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