Malia Smith (15) of Neuqua Valley drives past Bria Walker of Metea Valley. | Jon Cunningham~For Sun-Times Media
Allison Hedrick (23) of Neuqua Valley prepares to shoot as Amira Turner (22) of Metea Valley defends from above. | Jon Cunningham~For Sun-Times Media
Megan Doody (11) of Neuqua Valley sends a half court pass despite the defensive effort of Anna Petersen (21) and Bria Walker of Metea Valley. | Jon Cunningham~For Sun-Times Media
Lori Obendorf (middle) of Metea Valley has her path to the basket blocked by Najee Smith (left) and Malia Smith (15) of Neuqua Valley. | Jon Cunningham~For Sun-Times Media
Najee Smith (14) will be one of the returning players from a young Neuqua Valley team that finished with 24 wins and a regional title this season. | Jon Cunningham~For Sun-Times Media