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2026 All-O-Zone Girls Basketball Team Announced
The top high school girls basketball players in the Ozarks region are recognized for their standout seasons.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:26am
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The 2026 All-O-Zone Girls Basketball team represents the region's top high school talent, their dynamic play captured in a cubist-inspired illustration.Norwood TodayThe All-O-Zone Girls Basketball team, as voted on by the KY3 and OzarksSportsZone.com staff, has been announced. The list features a first team, second team, and honorable mentions, with Elsie Larsen of Strafford named the Girls Player of the Year.
Why it matters
The All-O-Zone team highlights the exceptional talent and achievements of the top high school girls basketball players in the Ozarks region, recognizing their contributions to their teams and the sport. It showcases the depth of basketball excellence in the area and celebrates the hard work and dedication of these student-athletes.
The details
The All-O-Zone Girls Basketball team was selected based on factors such as opposing coach observations, season statistics, and staff evaluations. Elsie Larsen, a Colorado State signee, was named the Girls Player of the Year after averaging 17.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 2.5 steals per game. Other first-team selections include Hailey Buckman of Logan-Rogersville, Kinley Larsen of Strafford, Anaya Perry of Kickapoo, and Peyton Ward of Marshfield.
- The All-O-Zone Girls Basketball team was announced on April 13, 2026.
The players
Elsie Larsen
The Colorado State signee was named the Girls Player of the Year after leading her team to a state title, averaging 17.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 2.5 steals per game.
Hailey Buckman
The versatile forward from Logan-Rogersville averaged 21.1 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 2 assists per game, shooting 40% from three-point range.
Kinley Larsen
The Strafford standout stepped up in a big way after her sister's season-ending injury, averaging 20.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.3 steals per game.
Anaya Perry
The Kickapoo junior earned Conference and District Player of the Year honors, averaging 15.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 3 steals per game while shooting 37% from three-point range.
Peyton Ward
The Marshfield junior was the Ozark Mountain Conference Player of the Year, averaging 20.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 38% shooting from three-point range.
The takeaway
The 2026 All-O-Zone Girls Basketball team showcases the exceptional talent and dedication of the top high school players in the Ozarks region, highlighting their impressive individual statistics and achievements as well as their contributions to their teams' success.