The newest edition of the Section 4 girls basketball spotlight assembles ten athletes whose careers have become part of New York’s high school sports lore. Fans are invited to vote for the greatest among them, a testament to the depth of talent that has emerged from towns ranging from the Southern Tier to the foothills of the Catskills.
A Legacy Across the Southern Tier
Stefanie Collins of Odessa-Montour etched her name in history with 2,204 career points and a New York State Class D championship in 2001, a feat that still resonates in the small community that nurtured her.
Cori Drummond, who starred at Corning West, captured the 1995 NYSPHSAA Class B title and finished with 1,590 points while also pulling down 1,055 rebounds, showcasing a rare blend of scoring and board work.
Miranda Drummond of Harpursville followed with 1,930 points and guided her team to back-to-back Class C championship games, underscoring the Drummond family’s impact on the region’s basketball narrative.
Kiara Fisher from Elmira High School amassed 1,324 points and earned the Elite 10 Player of the Year honor twice, a distinction that highlights her consistent excellence on the court.
Hannah Kimmel stands as the all‑time leading scorer in Section 4 history with 2,692 points; her leadership helped Harpursville win a Section 4 title and finish as the New York Class C runner‑up.
Kaety L’Amoreaux of Maine-Endwell reached the 1,853‑point milestone and was named Player of the Year in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, cementing her status as one of the conference’s brightest stars.
Saundi Lamoureux, known for her volleyball prowess at Penn State, also compiled 1,800 points and 1,074 rebounds during her high school career, illustrating a rare dual‑sport dominance.
Lexi Levy of Seton Catholic Central averaged 18.8 points and 4.2 assists, steering her squad to New York public‑school and Federation titles, a testament to her all‑around playmaking ability.
Maggie Warpus earned New York Class B Player of the Year honors for two consecutive seasons and led Chenango Forks to back‑to‑back state final‑four appearances, a rare achievement in a single program.
Krissy Zeh of Oneonta piloted her team to back‑to‑back state championships in 1997 and 1998, finishing with 1,698 career points and leaving a lasting imprint on the school’s basketball legacy.
Fan Vote: Choose the Greatest
The conversation surrounding these ten legends continues as supporters across the state cast their ballots, ensuring that the next generation will grow up hearing the stories of the players who set the standard for excellence in Section 4 girls basketball.