For the seventh season in a row, Bounce and Outside the Huddle are counting down who they feel are the top 50 individual players in northeast Indiana heading into the 2025-2026 season.
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Today, we continue the countdown on the girls hoops side with positions No. 10-6
No. 10 – Alivia Bolinger, Concordia
Bolinger has distinguished herself as a dynamic and well-rounded performer during her tenure at Concordia. Last season, she posted impressive averages of 17.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 2.1 steals, and 1.3 blocks per game, showing that she can score, distribute, defend, and protect the rim in a meaningful way. Last season, she did not score in single digits in any game and had four games with 4 or more steals. With that kind of production, she’s likely to remain the central piece of Concordia’s lineup and a consistent threat night in and night out.
Coach’s Quote on Bolinger
“Alivia has really worked hard this off season to be healthy, get stronger, and play more aggressively. Our coaching staff is challenging her to step up this year in improving her inside presence and rebounding. She will need to be the leader of this team since we are relatively young and her leadership is going to be vital to how our season progresses.” – Concordia Lutheran coach Nicole Bolinger
No. 9 – Alyssa Anderson, Woodlan
One of the most dominant interior players in Northeast Indiana, Anderson is coming off a stellar campaign where she averaged 17.3 points, 10.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.9 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game. The only player in the area to return this season after posting a double-double average, Anderson was a force on both ends of the floor, earning OTH All-Area honors. Her physical presence in the paint made her a matchup nightmare, as she consistently controlled the glass, finished with efficiency around the rim, and protected the basket defensively. Anderson posted 10 double doubles, headed by 22 points and 24 rebounds against Jay County.
Coach’s Quote on Anderson
“Alyssa has been a dominant inside presence for us the last two years and we will need that to be the case again this year. She is one of the top players in the area and will be our leader this year.” – Woodlan coach Dave Randall
No. 8 – Janaya Cooper, Snider
Cooper is a highly touted prospect coming out of her freshman season, showing versatility and athleticism on high levels. Cooper has caught attention from college programs quick and was part of the 2025 IBCA Futures Game. Last season, Cooper averaged 14.7 points to lead the Panthers, while also adding 7.1 rebounds, 2.4 steals and two assists per game. She had just 5 games in single digit scoring and scored a career high 33 against Merrillville (with 13 rebounds), while also hitting 30 points against Norwell. Cooper had a season best six steals against Huntington North and blocked 11 shots when Snider topped South Side.
Coach’s Quote on Cooper
“Janaya Cooper is one of the most talented players in the country. She can score the basketball at all three level’s and is a willing passer. She has spent countless amount of hours working to get better in the offseason. With Janaya‘s size, skill, and athleticism she will be a tough check for anyone and her presence on the court has a tremendous impact on every game. Janaya has also emerged as one of our leaders this year and is an excellent role model for underclassman. All of these attributes makes her one of the most sought after college recruits in the country and the number one player in the state for the 2028 class.” – Snider coach Reggie Tharp
No. 7 – Khala Williams-Thomas, Northrop
Williams‑Thomas is a guard, who has been turning heads with her all-around contributions and tenacious play over three seasons. She led Northrop last year at 18.3 points per game, while also shooting an efficient 48% from the field. Beyond scoring, she is a defensive force and facilitator: she averages 3.3 assists per game and 3.5 steals per game. Her hustle is highlighted by her ability to pick pockets so strong; she had eight games of four or more steals, lead by 6 each in back-to-back games against Bishop Dwenger and East Noble, only having one game where she went without a steal. She also recorded two double doubles last season and scored in single digits just once while scoring a season best 35 against Wayne.
Coach’s Quote on Williams-Thomas
“Khala is elite when getting to the rim, probably the best at getting down hill in the area. She is also a tenacious defender. We expect her to continue in those two areas for us this year. She is a natural scorer and has grown in her ability to pass to the open shooters, both skills that we will need from her this year to be successful.” – Northrop coach Katie Jackson
No. 6 – Brooke Zartman, Warsaw
Zartman has cemented herself as one of Warsaw’s premier players in recent memory, standing out even on a loaded roster that reached the Class 4A state finals a season ago. She was the Tigers’ second-leading scorer at 17.8 points per game while also averaging 2.9 steals, earning OTH All-Area recognition and a spot as an Indiana Junior All-Star. A consistent offensive threat, Zartman delivered 12 games of 20 or more points, highlighted by a spectacular 31-point performance on 12-of-15 shooting against Plymouth. Her ability to score efficiently, defend aggressively, and shine in big moments has made her a cornerstone of Warsaw’s recent success and a name to watch across the state.
Coach’s Quote on Zartman
“This is probably the most competitive kid I have ever coached. She loves a good challenge and hates to lose. In addition, she is hands down the best shooter I have had the privilege of coaching. Her ability to shoot the three coming off screens and off the move make her a threat at all times. She has already set the record for most 3 point field goals made in a career at WCHS, so this year she is just adding to that total. As a coach, I think this kid does two things that is often overlooked because of her ability to shoot. She is a much better defender than she probably gets credit for and she is able to disrupt offenses with her ability to get her hands on a lot of basketballs. Brooke has the ability to change the complexion of a game on both ends of the court and we will need her to do just that.” – Warsaw coach Lenny Krebs
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