In a 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.
#29
Ashley Lang, senior, Ferndale
WHY SHE’S #29: Lang, who played much taller than her 5-foot-3 status, bounced back from an early-season injury to have a solid offensive season for the Golden Eagles. She averaged 6.2 points per game, was one of Ferndale’s top 3-point threats, and collected 33 assists. But her forte was defense where she collected 30 steals and even pulled down 3 rebounds a game. Along with backcourt partner Ellie Ochoa, Lang made it a fullcourt nightmare for opposing guards.
COACH TERRI YOST: “Ashley injured her knee early on in our season causing her to be sidelined for a few games. She was determined to be back stronger than ever. That is the kind of player she is — determined and focused. She is tough and has a high motor.”
Links to previous Whatcom Hoops Top 30
#30: Ellie Wolverton, Bellingham
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Jim Carberry is a former Bellingham Herald sports editor and author of several books on Whatcom County prep basketball. Follow him on Twitter @whatcomhoops and visit the Whatcom Hoops Facebook page.