Last season, the combined point differential between the three teams in the 37th District was just 20 points.
The closest game was decided by a single point, while the largest margin was seven, a testament to how competitive the district has become, no matter the roster.
This season, that trend isn’t expected to change.
Bishop Brossart returns a 10th Region runner-up core with plenty of experience, Campbell County brings back nearly its entire varsity roster, and Scott, though losing some scoring, relies on a young core that has already logged meaningful varsity minutes.
Each team knows what it takes to compete in the 37th, and the battles are expected to be just as tight.
Here’s a preview of the 37th District girls’ basketball teams:
Campbell County (18-10 in 2024-25)
Thirteen may be unlucky for some, but for Campbell County it’s a major strength.
The Lady Camels return 13 players from last year’s varsity roster, giving head coach Davey Johnson a uniquely experienced and cohesive group.
“A lot of these players were on the varsity roster as eighth graders, ” Johnson said. “They have team chemistry, and one of our biggest strengths is our depth and versatility.”
At the center of it all is senior Isabella Jayasuriya, a Thomas More commit who has led the team in scoring since she stepped on campus.
“She’s just different,” Johnson said. “Her IQ is through the roof. She’s strong, she can shoot it from the volleyball line at a high percentage, and she can score consistently in the post.”
With opponents forced to key on Jayasuriya, Campbell County’s perimeter firepower becomes even more dangerous. Johnson encourages his shooters to stay aggressive — “One pass, shoot it. If you’re open, let it go.”
The Lady Camels attempted 712 threes last season and made 232, and their spacing-and-pace identity remains the anchor of their offensive philosophy. Jayasuria, Kendall Augsback and Madeleine Barbian each hit over 30 three-pointers, and Addie Davis led the team in three-point percentage at 50.9%.
Defensively, the team has emphasized tightening its man-to-man scheme. With the schedule ahead, they expect to be fully battle-tested. The slate includes Ryle, Simon Kenton, Highlands, Cooper and Holy Cross, along with a trip to Ashland’s Kitten Classic to face Ashland and Russell, plus a home matchup with Huntington Expression Prep (WV).
The Lady Camels are ready to take full advantage of their experience and depth to compete at a high level throughout the entire season.
Bishop Brossart (26–8 in 2024-25)
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”
First-year head coach Aaron Stamm is stepping into a program that hardly needs an overhaul.
After coaching the Ludlow girls, from 2004–10, the Conner girls from 2010–19 and Ludlow boys from 2019–22, Stamm brings plenty of experience, but no desire to rewrite a formula that’s worked.
Bishop Brossart is coming off one of its best seasons in more than two decades. The Lady Stangs posted their highest win total since 2000–01, captured the 10th Region All “A” Classic, reached the All “A” State semifinals, won the 37th District championship and finished as 10th Region runner-up.
“I’m not going to try and recreate the wheel,” Stamm said. “I’m going to continue to do what they’ve done. The culture has been great here. Steve (Brown) did a great job.”
Stamm may be new to Alexandria, but many of his players aren’t.
The Lady Stangs return several key contributors, including sophomore leading scorer and rebounder Kylie Smith (14.6 ppg, 6.4 rpg). As is common at small schools, multi-sport athletes drive the roster, and both Smith and senior Rachel Shewmaker, another major returner, earned All-State honors in girls soccer in the fall.
Another player Stamm believes could break out is Hadley Eviston. Success runs in the family, her father, Eddie, is the head football coach at Covington Catholic.
“She’s athletic, had a great soccer season. She’s going to come in and really be a factor,” Stamm said.
The Lady ‘Stangs also return Greylee Kremer, a two-year starter who will be the team’s second-leading returning scorer following the graduation of Zoee Meyers, who averaged 12.3 points last season.
With experience, talent, and a culture built for winning, the expectations are as high as they always are in Alexandria.
Scott (13-13 in 2024-25)
Scott enters the new season with a scoring void and a roster built on youth, but the Lady Eagles believe they have answers.
Last year’s top two scorers are gone — Nakiah Mejia (13.2 ppg) transferred to Purcell Marian in Ohio, and Kaia Peterson (10.9 ppg) graduated — leaving space for new leaders. Head coach Eric Pouncy expects three players to fill that role, led by sophomore Noelle Price, a starter since eighth grade.
“Noelle is always consistent, and I think she’s one of the top players in the region and probably the state in her class,” Pouncy said. “I think she’s ready to prove people wrong.”
Sophomore Sydney Richmond and freshman Molly Porada round out the group poised to elevate the offense. Both have waited for consistent varsity minutes, and their opportunity has arrived.
Scott has no seniors, relying on seven juniors, two sophomores, four freshmen, and an eighth grader. To accelerate their growth, the Lady Eagles face a demanding schedule. Their first two games are at George Rogers Clark and Notre Dame in the Donna Murphy Classic at Newport.
“I think trying to build mental toughness,” Pouncy said. “Playing good teams shows what it takes to get to that level. The girls have bonded well, and everyone helps the younger ones to speed up the learning process.”
Pouncy isn’t new to pressure; he played on Scott’s boys team that reached the 2012-13 10th Region Championship and uses that experience and style to guide his own team.
While the schedule is tough, Pouncy sees it as an opportunity for growth. The hope is that the Lady Eagles can gain valuable experience, build chemistry, and prepare to compete at a high level when district play begins.