North’s All-Moir Team Highlights Dominance from 2000-2024
The North High School girls basketball program has showcased remarkable talent over the past two decades in the Moir Tournament, compiling a record of 27 wins and 33 losses from 2000 to 2024. During this period, the team secured three championships in 2002, 2013, and 2015, demonstrating their competitive spirit and skill on the court.
The Cavaliers achieved a perfect 9-0 record in the tournament during their championship years, but the team also faced challenges, experiencing winless years six times since 2000. The most challenging stretch came between 2009 and 2012, when they recorded only one win against eight losses in the event. Notably, North had successful campaigns in 2004, 2014, and 2019, each finishing with a 2-1 record.
All-Time Moir Team (2000-2024)
Leading the All-Time Moir Team is Sophilia Hipps, the team captain. Hipps participated in eleven Moir games, consistently performing at a high level with scoring totals of 21, 19, 15, 18, 21, 17, 19, 22, 20, 23, and 16. Over her tournament career, she accumulated a remarkable 211 points and earned the title of MVP in 2002 when the Cavaliers triumphed over Davie in the final.
Another standout player is Nycieko Dixon, who was named MVP in 2013. That year, North boasted a formidable all-star team, achieving their closest tournament victory with a decisive 20-point win against Davie in the semifinal. Dixon contributed significantly, scoring 47 points throughout the tournament. The Cavaliers exhibited championship potential during the Christmas period; however, they faced adversity when post player Brielle Blaire suffered a season-ending injury. Despite this setback, North dominated the Moir title game against a strong East team, winning 71-40.
Key Contributions and Honorable Mentions
Also noteworthy is Special Washington, a vital component of the 2013 championship team, who was named MVP in 2015. Under the guidance of coach Brian Lytton, Washington, along with teammates Aliyah Farmer and Aundrea Godfrey, led the Cavaliers to a series of challenging wins. In the final against Carson, Washington scored 20 points to secure the title.
Bailee Goodlett had impressive performances in the 2021 and 2022 tournaments, averaging 22 points and 21 points respectively, although she did not participate in the 2023 event. Hannah Wilkerson also made an impact, scoring a total of 104 points in six games during 2018 and 2019, before the tournament was halted in 2020. In the 2021 tournament, she managed to score 33 points in two games before its early conclusion.
Several players received honorable mentions for their performances, including Brittany Ellis, who scored 32 points against Carson in 2023, and Brianna White, who tallied 32 points in a loss to East in 2013. Demeria Robinson was instrumental in 2014, contributing 46 points as North won two out of three games. Finally, Blaire played a crucial role in the 2013 Moir, with a standout performance that included 39 points alongside significant contributions in rebounds and blocks.
The legacy of North High School in the Moir Tournament remains a testament to the talent and determination of its players, marking an impactful era in high school basketball from 2000 to 2024.
