Norwalk and PCM Girls Basketball Stars Earn All-State Honors

Three area athletes recognized by IPSWA and IBCA for standout seasons

Mar. 12, 2026 at 4:00pm

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Three local high school girls basketball players have been named to the all-state teams by the Iowa Print Sports Writers' Association and Iowa Basketball Coaches' Association. Norwalk's Braylyn Birmingham and Pearl Brown, and PCM's Tori Lindsay were all honored for their impressive performances this past season.

Why it matters

These all-state selections highlight the exceptional talent and hard work of these student-athletes, as well as the strength of the girls basketball programs at Norwalk and PCM. Earning this level of recognition is a significant achievement that showcases their skills and contributions to their respective teams.

The details

Braylyn Birmingham of Norwalk earned Class 4A first-team all-state honors for the second year in a row after leading the Warriors to a 22-3 record and a state semifinal appearance. She averaged 29.8 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.3 steals per game, setting the school record with 50 points in a single game. PCM's Tori Lindsay was named Class 3A second-team all-state, capping a four-year varsity career that included over 1,000 career points and a school record for three-pointers made. Norwalk's Pearl Brown earned Class 4A third-team all-state recognition for her defensive prowess, which helped the Warriors to another strong season.

  • Braylyn Birmingham and Pearl Brown play for the Norwalk High School girls basketball team.
  • Tori Lindsay plays for the PCM High School girls basketball team.
  • The all-state honors were announced in March 2026.

The players

Braylyn Birmingham

A sophomore at Norwalk High School, Birmingham was a first-team all-state selection in Class 4A for the second consecutive year after leading the Warriors to a 22-3 record and a state semifinal appearance. She averaged nearly 30 points per game and set the school record with 50 points in a single game.

Tori Lindsay

A four-year starter for PCM High School, Lindsay was named a Class 3A second-team all-state player. She finished her career with over 1,000 points and set the school record for three-pointers made, helping the Mustangs to a 22-2 record this past season.

Pearl Brown

A senior at Norwalk High School, Brown was recognized as a Class 4A third-team all-state selection for her defensive prowess. She was a key contributor to the Warriors' strong season, averaging nearly 8 points, 5 rebounds and over 1 block per game.

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What they’re saying

“Pearl Brown was the defensive specialist for the Warriors, whom head coach Joe Sigrist repeatedly called 'the best defender in the state'.”

— Joe Sigrist, Norwalk Head Coach

The takeaway

The all-state selections of Braylyn Birmingham, Tori Lindsay, and Pearl Brown showcase the exceptional talent and dedication of these high school girls basketball players. Their achievements highlight the strength of the programs at Norwalk and PCM, and serve as an inspiration for young athletes in the community to strive for excellence both on and off the court.