Every AAU season creates new names, new breakout performances, and new players who force coaches and fans to pay attention.
Wisconsin’s girls basketball scene is no different.
From dominant scorers to versatile defenders and rising young stars, several players have elevated their games this spring and summer. Here are five athletes who have made a name for themselves during the 2026 AAU season.
Madison Morris (Class of 2030) | Dominican High School
If there is one player whose profile has risen the most this AAU season, it may be Madison Morris.
The 5-foot-8 guard has been dominant throughout the spring and summer, establishing herself as one of the top players in Wisconsin’s Class of 2030. What separates Madison is her ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor. She plays defense with the same intensity she brings offensively, making her one of the most complete guards in her class.
Simply put, she’s a walking bucket.
Whether attacking the basket, creating her own shot, or making plays in transition, Madison has consistently delivered against high-level competition. Her combination of skill, toughness, and confidence has helped her become one of the most talked-about players in Wisconsin’s 2030 class.
Xoey Bluth (Class of 2030) | Columbus Catholic High School
Xoey Bluth has emerged as one of the most skilled scoring guards in Wisconsin’s 2030 class.
The 5-foot-9 guard combines size, scoring ability, and a strong feel for the game. She has the ability to create offense for herself and others while stretching defenses with her shooting ability. Xoey’s confidence and offensive versatility have helped her become one of the more difficult matchups in her class.
As her game continues to develop, expect her name to be mentioned more frequently among Wisconsin’s top young guards.
Stella Yarco (Class of 2030) | Tomah High School
Tomah’s future is bright with Stella Yarco leading the way.
The 5-foot-11 wing possesses the size and versatility that coaches at every level are looking for. Stella impacts the game in a variety of ways, whether it’s rebounding, defending multiple positions, running the floor, or making timely offensive plays.
Her continued growth throughout the AAU season has helped raise her profile, and she has proven she can compete against some of the best players in the region. As she continues to develop, Stella has all the tools to become a major piece of Tomah’s future success.
Nadia Brown (Class of 2031) | Reedsburg High School
While many of the players receiving attention this summer are members of the Class of 2030, Nadia Brown has shown she belongs in the conversation despite being a year younger.
The Reedsburg standout competed on one of the top 2031 AAU teams in the Midwest this season and consistently proved she could hold her own against elite competition.
What stands out most about Nadia is her ability to rise to the moment. Some players shy away from pressure. Nadia seems to embrace it. She has a knack for making big plays when her team needs them most, a trait that can’t be taught and often separates good players from great ones.
As one of the younger players on this list, her future appears especially bright.
Ari Eddins (Class of 2030) | La Follette High School
At 5-foot-11, Ari Eddins brings versatility, athleticism, and defensive value to every team she joins.
This fall she will join a La Follette program that includes Nyajuacni Riak, the nation’s No. 4 player according to ESPN. While Ari’s game may not always make the highlight reels, her impact is undeniable.
Her defensive versatility stands out immediately. She can guard multiple positions, rebound, run the floor, and make winning plays. Every successful team needs players willing to do the little things, and Ari has consistently demonstrated that ability throughout the AAU season.
As Wisconsin’s 2030 class continues to develop, Ari remains one of the players worth watching.
Wisconsin girls basketball continues to trend in the right direction. These five players represent just a small sample of the talent coming through the state’s pipeline, but each has taken meaningful steps forward this AAU season and will be players to watch in the years ahead.
