CONGRATULATIONS: Indiana Hoosiers Signee Jada Ellison Crowned 2024–2025 Gatorade National Player of the Year After…..

 

Hailing from St. Louis, Missouri, and suiting up for Central High School, Ellison’s name has echoed throughout the national high school basketball scene for the past two years. But it was this final season that truly solidified her as the top prospect in the country. She averaged an eye-popping **28.4 points, 11.2 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 3.7 steals per game**, turning heads across the nation with her explosive athleticism, high basketball IQ, and relentless competitiveness.

What makes Ellison’s journey even more remarkable is the leadership and humility she demonstrated throughout. While her stats were nothing short of dazzling, it was her ability to elevate her teammates and rise to the occasion in big moments that separated her from the pack. In the state title game alone, Ellison posted 32 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 steals, all while drawing double and even triple coverage throughout the match.

 

The Gatorade Player of the Year award is not solely about on-court performance. It also factors in academic excellence and character. On that front, Ellison shined just as brightly. Maintaining a **3.9 GPA**, she balanced her rigorous basketball schedule with advanced coursework and community service. From volunteering at youth camps to organizing fundraisers for underprivileged student-athletes, her impact in the community reflects a maturity well beyond her years.

 

As she prepares to head to Indiana University this fall, Hoosiers fans have every reason to be excited. Ellison is expected to make an immediate impact for the program, which is already on the rise in the Big Ten. Coach Teri Moren, who recruited Ellison heavily over the past year, called her “a program-changer — someone who brings not just talent but the heart and mentality every great team needs.”

 

Upon receiving the award, an emotional Ellison said, “This means everything. I’ve worked so hard for this moment, but I know it’s not just about me. I share this with my teammates, coaches, family, and everyone who believed in me. I’m honored, but I’m also hungry for what comes next.”

 

The Gatorade National Player of the Year legacy includes names like Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart, and Paige Bueckers — all of whom went on to make waves in college and the WNBA. If her current trajectory is any indication, Jada Ellison may soon be mentioned in the same breath.

 

Congratulations to Jada Ellison — a true star in the making and the newest face of excellence in girls’ basketball.

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