Etiwanda senior forward Kennedy Smith has been named the Open Division Player of the Year by the CIF Southern Section, after leading the Eagles to their second division championship in three seasons. Smith, who is set to join USC, also secured the same accolade as a sophomore. She finished her senior season averaging 20.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.9 blocks, and 1.9 steals, and emerged as Etiwanda’s all-time leading scorer.

• Kennedy Smith averaged 20.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.9 blocks, and 1.9 steals during her senior season.
• Etiwanda's Kennedy Smith named the CIF Southern Section Open Division Player of the Year twice.

• Kennedy Smith and her coach Stan Delus are among those recognized in the CIF Southern Section honors for the 2023-24 season.
• An additional 20 Inland players were chosen to the first team in their respective playoff divisions.

Etiwanda's Kennedy Smith's impressive performance and recognition as the Open Division Player of the Year could potentially enhance her future career at USC and beyond. Moreover, the recognition of multiple Inland players indicates a growing talent pool in the region with potential national impact.

Kennedy Smith's exceptional performance and recognition as the Open Division Player of the Year not only highlights her individual talent but also signifies the strength and depth of the girls' basketball program at Etiwanda, providing a testament to the school's coaching expertise and player development.