The future of women’s basketball doesn’t wait until March Madness. It shows up every spring at the McDonald’s All-American Game — and the 2026 McDonald’s All-American Girls Basketball Game might be one of the most talent-rich editions in years.
Eleven of the 24 players in this year’s game have USA Basketball experience. Power programs like Texas, Kentucky, Duke, South Carolina, and Notre Dame are all represented on these rosters. And the No. 1 overall prospect is already an international gold medalist.
If you care about the next generation of women’s basketball — as a fan, a coach, or a player — this is the game you need to watch.
Here’s everything you need to know.
What Is the McDonald’s All-American Girls Game?
The McDonald’s All-American Game is the nation’s premier high school basketball showcase, bringing together the top 24 senior players in the country for one marquee East vs. West contest. It’s a celebration of the class before they head to college — and a preview of the next decade of the sport.
Alumni of the McDonald’s All-American program have gone on to become WNBA stars, Olympic gold medalists, and the faces of women’s college basketball. This year’s class is stacked enough to carry that tradition forward.
2026 McDonald’s All-American Girls Game: Key Details
| Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM ET |
| Location | Desert Diamond Arena — Glendale, Arizona |
| TV/Stream | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPN App, Fubo |
The Girls’ Game tips off at 7 PM ET, followed by the Boys’ Game at 9 PM ET — making Tuesday night a full evening of elite prep basketball on ESPN.
The 2026 Girls Class Is Deep and Balanced
This isn’t a one-star class. It’s top-heavy AND deep. The roster features a mix of dominant interior players, versatile wings who can guard multiple positions, and high-IQ perimeter playmakers who can run an offense.
Eleven All-Americans have USA Basketball experience, and powerhouse programs including Texas, Kentucky, Duke, and Notre Dame have multiple commits in the field. The East and West rosters are remarkably even — which is exactly what makes this game so compelling.
The Players to Watch
Saniyah Hall | W | SPIRE Academy (Ohio) | No. 1 Overall | East
The headliner and the face of the class. Hall already has an international résumé that most seniors can only dream of — she earned MVP honors at the FIBA U19 World Cup while leading Team USA to a gold medal. The USC commit is a powerful wing who rebounds, defends, and scores through contact. She’s the premier defensive wing in the class, and she combines elite on-ball defense with high-major offensive production.
Oliviyah Edwards | F | Lincoln (Wash.) | No. 2 Overall | West
An explosive interior force committed to Tennessee. Edwards is a high-motor finisher who dominates the paint, protects the rim, and attacks well off the bounce. She’s also proven she can step out and knock down the 3-pointer — a rare combination for a player her size.
Olivia Vukosa | C | Christ the King (N.Y.) | No. 3 Overall | East
The 6-foot-4 UConn commit is one of the most complete post prospects in recent memory. She stretches the floor, attacks off the bounce, runs the floor, and anchors the defense at the rim. Her passing and court vision make her uniquely dangerous in the modern game.
Kate Harpring | G | Marist School (Ga.) | No. 4 Overall | East A high-IQ physical guard committed to North Carolina with elite court vision, strong ball-handling, and a relentless downhill attack. Her ability to control pace and manipulate defenses makes her a future triple-double threat at the next level.
Jerzy Robinson | G | Sierra Canyon (Calif.) | No. 5 Overall | West
One of the most aggressive perimeter scorers in the class. The South Carolina commit is a powerful, shot-creating guard who causes problems for any defense — help rotations open up whenever she has the ball.
McKenna Woliczko | F | Archbishop Mitty (Calif.) | No. 6 Overall | West
A versatile forward committed to Iowa. Woliczko is a skilled scorer who can operate in multiple spots on the floor, making her a matchup problem on the West squad.
Full 2026 McDonald’s All-American Girls Rosters
2026 McDonald’s All-American East Roster
| Player | ESPN Rank | Pos. | School | Committed To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saniyah Hall | 1 | W | SPIRE Academy (Ohio) | USC |
| Olivia Vukosa | 3 | C | Christ the King (N.Y.) | UConn |
| Kate Harpring | 4 | G | Marist School (Ga.) | North Carolina |
| Jordyn Jackson | 7 | W | St. James (Va.) | Maryland |
| Autumn Fleary | 12 | PG | Sidwell Friends (D.C.) | Duke |
| Olivia Jones | 14 | G | Long Island Lutheran (N.Y.) | Vanderbilt |
| Lilly Williams | 15 | C | Howell (Mich.) | Michigan State |
| Savvy Swords | 19 | F | Long Island Lutheran (N.Y.) | Kentucky |
| Emily McDonald | 23 | G | Long Island Lutheran (N.Y.) | Kentucky |
| Jenica Lewis | 24 | G | Johnston (Iowa) | Notre Dame |
| Addison Nyemchek | 28 | W | Red Bank Catholic (N.J.) | Indiana |
| Lola Lampley | 29 | F | Lawrence Central (Ind.) | LSU |
2026 McDonald’s All-American West Roster
| Player | ESPN Rank | Pos. | School | Committed To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliviyah Edwards | 2 | F | Lincoln (Wash.) | Tennessee |
| Jerzy Robinson | 5 | G | Sierra Canyon (Calif.) | South Carolina |
| McKenna Woliczko | 6 | F | Archbishop Mitty (Calif.) | Iowa |
| Brihanna Crittendon | 8 | F | Riverdale Ridge (Colo.) | Texas |
| Jacy Abii | 9 | F | Legion Prep (Texas) | Notre Dame |
| Addison Bjorn | 10 | W | Park Hill South (Mo.) | Texas |
| Trinity Jones | 11 | W | Naperville Central (Ill.) | Clemson |
| Maddyn Greenway | 13 | PG | Providence Academy (Minn.) | Kentucky |
| Bella Flemings | 16 | G | Brennan (Texas) | Duke |
| Aaliah Spaight | 20 | PG | Bishop Gorman (Nev.) | Texas |
| Ashlyn Koupal | 22 | F | Wagner (S.D.) | Nebraska |
| Cydnee Bryant | 33 | F | Centennial (Calif.) | Kansas |
East vs. West: What to Expect
These rosters are more balanced than most years, and that makes for a great game.
The East brings traditional size with Vukosa and Williams anchoring the interior, while versatile forwards like Swords and Nyemchek can stretch the floor and facilitate offense. Hall gives the East the best player on the floor.
The West counters with positional flexibility and athleticism. Robinson, Bjorn, and Crittendon allow for larger, switchable lineups that can initiate offense from multiple spots. Their guard depth with Spaight and Greenway at the point is formidable.
Both teams can play big or small. With shooting spread across both rosters, the team whose guards control tempo in the final minutes will likely come out on top.
Why This Game Matters Beyond the Box Score
For athletes: A McDonald’s All-American selection is the gold standard of high school basketball recognition. It validates everything you’ve worked for and signals to the country that you’re operating at the highest level.
For coaches: This is one of your final live evaluation windows before these players become your teammates — or your opponents. Competitiveness, poise, defensive engagement, how they respond to elite competition — all of it is visible under these lights.
For fans: The players on the floor tonight will define women’s college basketball for the next four years and the WNBA beyond that. This is where you meet the next generation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The game tips off on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
The game airs on ESPN and can be streamed on the ESPN App and Fubo. ESPN2 and ESPNU may also carry coverage.
Kentucky, Texas, Notre Dame, and Duke each have multiple commits in the field, reflecting the recruiting success of those programs in the class of 2026. Long Island Lutheran (N.Y.) stands out at the prep level, sending three players to the East roster.
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