Michigan high school girls basketball: Meet the top posts

See who the top posts are in the 2023-2024 season in Michigan high school girls basketball

Michigan high school girls basketball is full of talent in the 2023-2024 season. We're over a month into the season, and SBLive is highlighting the top players by position this season.

Earlier in the week, we took a look at the top guards and wings in the state, and now we're looking at the top posts in Michigan.

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The following athletes will be included in our "Who is the top post in Michigan high school girls basketball?" poll to be posted on Friday. Our lists and polls are intended to be fun and in no way discredits any other player who may not be mentioned.

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Top posts in Michigan high school girls basketball

Lauren Borsenik, senior, Hemlock

A two-time first team all-conference selection, Borsenik also received a Division III all-state honorable mention from the Detroit News. The 6-foot-2 post helped lead her team to the MHSAA Division III state championship last season and turned in a very strong postseason.

She averaged 10.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.0 block per game on the year and coach Scott Neumeyer said he expects her to have an even bigger senior season if she stays healthy.

Borsenik has signed to play collegiate basketball at Concordia University in Ann Arbor, MI.

Victoria Gray, junior, Bedford

Gray, a standout middle blocker for the school’s volleyball team has become an unstoppable post, as well. She was named Division I all-state second team last season.

As a sophomore, the 6-foot-2 post became a double-double threat and broke the school’s all-time single game rebounds record with 30. 

Emily VanTimmeren, junior, Catholic Central

VanTimmeren averaged 11 points, 8.1 rebounds and three blocks per game last season. A two-time all-conference player, and one-time all-state power forward, she holds over 15 Division I offers.

"Emily has worked extremely hard this off season to extend her game to the three-point line,” coach Brad VanTimmeren said. "Her size and speed is going to be a challenge for opposing teams.

Qalicia Richardson, sophomore, Wellspring Prep

Richardson is Wellspring Prep’s “defensive precise,” said coach Demaurio Cummings. The center averages 10 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game.

“She continues to improve her offensive game,” said Cummings, “but her impact on the game is felt.”

Christen Banks, junior, Southfield A&T

Banks, said coach Shaquita Coltrane, hasn’t wanted any time putting into use the skills gained from a productive offseason.

The three-year captain opened up the season strong, scoring 28 points in the season opener, followed by a 19-point, 13-rebound double-double in the second game and has only continued her dominance since. 

Kylee Wright, senior, Grosse Ile

Wright was productive as a junior, averaging 9.1 points and seven rebounds while appearing on the all-league first team. She’s taken it up a notch as a senior, however.

Coach James Frost said he can play Wright at any position he wants. The third-year varsity player averaged 17 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.5 steals and 5.5 deflections per game through the team’s first four, shooting 46.4% from the field and 50% from deep.

“Kylee shows up to practice each day to get better,” Frost said. “She is the hardest working person on the team.”

Lily Gleason, junior, Forest Hills Eastern

Gleason averaged a double-double a season ago, breaking school records for rebounds in a game (19) and in a season (293).

“She is the player that most people are aware of when scouting us,” said coach Danielle Harrison of the all-conference post. “Lily is 6-foot-2 and able to play inside and out, making her a dynamic player.”

Added Harrison: “She is a current captain who leads with a work ethic that is unparalleled to those around her.”

MacKenzie Bisballe, senior, Lake City

Bisballe made the Division III all-state first team last season for the Trojans, who appeared in the regional finals.

The 6-foot-1 junior filled the stat sheet with 18.9 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.4 steals, 2.1 assist and 1.5 blocks per game. 

Tambre Williams, senior, Dakota

Williams is having a breakout season.

The power forward set a new school record with 23 rebounds in a win over Dearborn last Tuesday. She added 17 points and continues to become a force down low for coach Phil McCune’s group. 

Natalie Hensel, junior, Battle Creek Pennfield 

Hensel plays stretch four for coach Todd Grennes and is “starting to come into her own,” averaging 15 points, six rebounds, three blocks, 1.3 steals and three assists per game, while shooting 50% from the field and 40% from three.

“(She) can play both inside/outside (and) is excellent at getting out in transition and scoring in the open court,” said Grennes.

Grennes added that she can stretch a defense with her outside shot and has shown the ability to defend a variety of different positions due to her anticipation skills and length. 

Alli Zajac, junior, Tecumseh

Zajac was the only sophomore to make last season’s Division II all-state second team.

The 6-foot-2 post has been a varsity contributor since she was a freshman, when she averaged 15.1 points and 6.1 rebounds per game. Her production has only increased since. 

Leah Richards, senior, Lansing Catholic

Richards joined Zajac on the Division II all-state second team last season.

The 6-foot power forward has the ability to hurt teams from inside while also knocking down the outside shot. Her and her twin sister, Anna, led their team to a state title win last season. 

Lilly Williams, sophomore, HEA

Williams is a promising underclassman in Michigan high school girls basketball. Williams has offers from Indiana and Purdue, among others.

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