The high school girls basketball season has officially entered its most competitive phase in 2025. This article provides the first set of power rankings for the year, highlighting ten teams that are making waves. Despite some unexpected setbacks and thrilling victories, these teams continue to demonstrate their prowess on the court. Expect weekly updates as the regular season progresses.
Top Performers Making Their Mark
In this inaugural ranking, several teams have already established themselves as formidable contenders. Goodrich, despite a couple of losses, remains at the top with impressive wins over Grand Blanc and Ortonville Brandon. Powers Catholic, though facing tough competition, has shown resilience with narrow losses against strong opponents. Hamady, riding a six-game winning streak, is another team to watch, especially after their commanding performance against Flint Elite. New Lothrop has also emerged as a dominant force within its conference, securing a significant victory over Otisville LakeVille.
Goodrich's journey has been marked by both triumphs and challenges. The team suffered a three-point loss to Wayne Memorial during the holiday stretch but quickly rebounded with decisive wins over Grand Blanc and Ortonville Brandon. Looking ahead, they face winless teams like Lake Fenton and Swartz Creek, which should provide opportunities to solidify their standing. Meanwhile, Powers Catholic has faced a tougher road, losing three out of four recent games by slim margins. These close encounters include losses to Frankenmuth, Pewamo-Westphalia, and Mount Pleasant. Despite these setbacks, the team remains resilient, preparing for matches against Midland Dow and Lansing Waverly. Hamady, on the other hand, has been unstoppable, winning six consecutive games, including a dominant 78-26 victory over Flint Elite. They now prepare for Arbor Prep and Burton Bentley, aiming to extend their winning streak. New Lothrop has also made a strong impression, taking sole possession of first place in the Mid-Michigan Activities Conference after defeating Otisville LakeVille 53-24. Up next are Montrose and Byron, who will test the team’s mettle.
Rising Stars and Key Challenges
Beyond the top contenders, several teams are emerging as key players in the 2025 season. Genesee Christian, after returning from a break, secured a commanding 69-20 win over Morrice and faces a busy week with matches against Owosso and Webberville. Genesee, led by junior Averie Zinn, has been a revelation, scoring an astounding 54 points in a recent game. Davison, despite a setback to Port Huron Northern, bounced back with a solid win over North Branch. Grand Blanc, after a long break, lost to Goodrich but recovered with a victory over Saginaw United. Fenton, too, showed resilience, overcoming a tough overtime loss to Waterford Kettering with a win over Kearsley. Lastly, Linden started the year with a win over Swartz Creek and now leads the FML Stripes standings, setting up a crucial match against Fenton.
Genesee Christian returned to action with a dominant 69-20 win over Morrice, showcasing their strength after a holiday break. The Soldiers face a busy end to the week with challenging matches against Owosso and unbeaten Webberville. Genesee, under the leadership of junior Averie Zinn, has been a standout team. Zinn’s incredible performance in a recent game, where she scored 54 points, highlighted her potential as a star player. Next up for Genesee is a match against Morrice. Davison, after ending 2024 with a loss to Port Huron Northern, opened 2025 with a convincing 35-13 win over North Branch. They now prepare for Birmingham Seaholm and Saginaw United, two formidable opponents. Grand Blanc, following a lengthy break, faced a setback with a 55-39 loss to Goodrich but bounced back with a 49-35 win over Saginaw United. The Bobcats now gear up for a match against Saginaw Heritage. Fenton ended 2024 with a tough 54-48 overtime loss to Waterford Kettering but responded with a 51-44 win over Kearsley. They now look forward to an important FML Stripes game against Linden. Finally, Linden began 2025 with a 40-34 win over Swartz Creek and currently leads the FML Stripes standings. Hosting Fenton on Friday will be a critical test as they aim to maintain their top position.