USC Star Hall Leads McDonald’s All American Girls’ Rosters
The McDonald’s All American Girls’ Game rosters were announced on ESPN’s “NBA Today,” showcasing the top high school talent in the nation. The event will take place on March 31, 2024, at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
Key Highlights from the Roster Announcement
This year, the rosters feature 24 of the top 33 players in the 2026 class. Notable among these is Saniyah Hall, who holds the No. 1 ranking and is a commitment to the University of Southern California (USC). She is USC’s third No. 1 commit in the last four years, joining Jazzy Davidson (2025) and JuJu Watkins (2023), the latter of whom previously scored 25 points in a notable game.
College Representation
Texas and Kentucky lead with three athletes each on the rosters. The Texas Longhorns’ representatives are:
- Brihanna Crittendon (No. 8)
- Addison Bjorn (No. 10)
- Aaliah Spaight (No. 20)
Meanwhile, Kentucky benefits from the talents of:
- Maddyn Greenway (No. 13)
- Savvy Swords (No. 19)
- Emily McDonald (No. 23)
Swords and McDonald play together at Long Island Lutheran (N.Y.) alongside Olivia Jones, ranked No. 14, who will also join the East roster.
Coaching and Team Composition
The East team will be coached by Stan Benge from Ben Davis High School in Indianapolis. Candice Gonzales from Mesquite High School in Arizona will lead the West team. Both teams offer a mix of players, with a depth of talent in wing and forward positions.
The East boasts traditional post players like Olivia Vukosa (No. 3, UConn) and Lilly Williams (No. 15, Michigan State). In contrast, the West team features versatile lineups including Oliviyah Edwards (No. 2, Tennessee), Jerzy Robinson (No. 5, South Carolina), and McKenna Woliczko (No. 6, Iowa).
Selection Process
The nomination process for players begins in September, with high school coaches and athletic directors allowed to submit candidates. The actual selection unfolds from December to February, during which committee members vote to finalize the roster.
Upcoming Game Details
The highly anticipated McDonald’s All American Girls’ Game will air on ESPN2 at 5:30 p.m. ET, featuring the brightest young talents ready to showcase their skills on a national stage. A total of 18 colleges have players on the rosters, with the SEC leading the pack.
Fans can expect an exhilarating matchup as some of the brightest rising stars in women’s basketball gather to compete.
