Paige Bueckers,

Star Tribune Metro Player of the Year

School: Hopkins
Position: Guard
Height: 5-11
Year: Sophomore
College Committed: Undecided

The state’s best player is being recruited by the nation’s best collegiate coach Geno Auriemma and No. 1-ranked program Connecticut. She is averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 6.9 assists and 4.1 steals per game. “Our nickname for her is Pistol Pete (Maravich),” Hopkins coach Brian Cosgriff said.

Read Jim Paulsen's feature on Bueckers.