Kennedy Smith: Third-Year IE Varsity Player Wins State Honors & Leads Etiwanda to Victory
Etiwanda's Kennedy Smith has been named the IE Varsity Girls Basketball Player of the Year for the third consecutive season after leading the Eagles to significant achievements, including back-to-back CIF State Open Division titles and the program's first CIF Southern Section title. She wrapped up her high school career with impressive statistics, including 2,122 points, and achieved various player of the year honors. Additionally, under Smith's leadership, Etiwanda was ranked No. 1 in the final national rankings. Smith will continue her basketball career at USC.
By the Numbers- Kennedy Smith averaged 20.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.9 blocks, and 1.9 steals this season.
- She finished her career with 2,122 points, 912 rebounds, 351 steals, 303 blocks, 286 assists, and 278 3-pointers made.
- Kennedy Smith has secured a lasting legacy at Etiwanda, driving the team to unprecedented victories and clinching numerous individual awards.
- Etiwanda secured the No. 1 spot in the final national rankings by both MaxPreps and SB Live.
Kennedy Smith's exceptional talent and leadership not only brought her individual accolades but also elevated Etiwanda to new heights, culminating in national recognition for the team. Her legacy as a high school basketball player is solidified, and her future at USC holds promise for further growth and success.
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