In an incredible season filled with outstanding players, Whatcom Hoops is ranking the top 30 girls. Each day we’ll feature an amazing player in our county and count down until we get to #1. So join us daily as we honor the best of the best.
#28
Loretta Murphy-Kangas, senior, Squalicum
WHY SHE’S #28: As a junior, the 5-foot-10 center took a backseat to last year’s talented senior class and this season, took a backseat to the Storm’s talented sophomore class, only averaging 6 points and 5 rebounds a game. But it was her positive attitude, unselfishness, and leadership that allowed her younger teammates to blossom and allowed the team to improve even over last year’s success.
COACH JENALYN BROWN: “She was a bright star who blessed our team for the past four years, a true leader who understood her role on the team and brought joy, consistency, and determination. She had a career high 17 points this season and held her team together through the ups and downs of life in the Northwest Conference.”
NOTE: Thank you to Tyler Anderson and WhatcomPreps.com for season stats.
Links to previous Whatcom Hoops Top 30
#29: Brie Smith Blaine
#30: Addison Kettman, Squalicum
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