Each year since 2006, MaxPreps has recognized outstanding performers in high school basketball. America's source for high school sports continues the tradition to close out the 2020-21 season by naming the top player in each state. Selections are based on team success and individual excellence, in addition to local and state accolades.
Raven Johnson of
Westlake (Atlanta) is the 2020-21 MaxPreps Georgia High School Girls Basketball Player of the Year. The 5-foot-7 senior guard led the Lions to the AAAAAA state championship and a perfect 20-0 record.
Westlake is ranked No. 2 in this week's MaxPreps Top 25 and will have a chance to improve upon that lofty standing at will GEICO Nationals in Fort Myers, Fla., April 2-3.
Johnson played just 22 minutes a game this season as Westlake dominated many games but still averaged 15.1 points, 5.8 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 3.7 steals a game. She also had a 3.2 assist/turnover ratio as the point guard for one of the top teams in the country.
Headed to South Carolina next season, Johnson is a McDonald's All-American and is regarded as the No. 2 prospect in the Class of 2021 by ESPN Hoopgurlz.
Each state's MaxPreps Player of the Year will be considered for inclusion in the MaxPreps All-America Team.
