Hadli Gillum, a sophomore at Fisher Catholic, has been named the 2026 Eagle-Gazette Girls Basketball Player of the Year due to her exceptional performance this season. She averaged 22.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game, leading her team to a 22-4 record and a second consecutive district title. Gillum's ability to excel in crucial moments, along with her scoring versatility, distinguished her from other standout players in the area.

By the Numbers
  • Gillum scored 573 points this season and has 977 career points with two years left.
  • Averaged 22.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.8 steals per game.
State of Play
  • Fisher Catholic is enjoying success, winning the Mid-State League-Cardinal Division championship.
  • The team has reached the Central District Division VII district title for the second year in a row.
What's Next

With two more years of eligibility, Gillum is expected to continue her record-setting trajectory and solidify her status as a top player in high school basketball, aiming for 1,000 career points next season.

Bottom Line

Gillum's remarkable performance this season not only earned her the Player of the Year title but also set her on a promising path toward breaking more records and leading her team to further success.