U13 Girls 2025 -2026 Awards
MVP
Lilja Schaer & Avery Carlone
Lilja: All hustle, all the time, this athlete brings it all on both ends of the court with her insatiable appetite for buckets and defensive stops. Avery: Knocking down threes and leading by example, this athlete inspires everyone around her with confidence, heart, and clutch shooting. Together, this power pair helped set the tone and pace for every game. Whether draining 3’s, getting to the rim, finishing through contact, or pushing the floor, this dynamic duo contributed with poise and impact every possession. Their ability to step up in key moments and fill the stat sheet in a variety of ways made them two of the team's most reliable offensive and defensive threats all season long.
MIP
McKayla Smyth
A fierce competitor, this player gets to work every time she steps on the court. She hunts the basket with persistence and tenacity and evades defenders with her smooth spins and crafty finishes. Her quiet resolve and strong work ethic from Day 1 culminated in a season high 15 point performance at Ontario Cup, all while taking hits and shutting down the paint for opponents twice her size.
COACHES CHOICE
Stella Coleman
The Clippers Coaches Award recognizes athletes that make coaching look easy. This athlete is a sponge for feedback and correction, and takes every opportunity as a learning opportunity. She is fearless and gritty, and embodies all three of our teams’ core principles of play – respect, hustle, and growth mindset. Her relentless energy, speed and explosiveness, combined with her positivity and mental toughness, make her the glue that holds this team together.