16th July 2026
Author: Maree DeGeorge
With the Youth League Two Women finals fast approaching, the race for the 2026 MVP is building towards an exciting finish. We take a look at some of the standout performers whose versatility and all-round impact have helped shape another exciting season.
Versatility, resilience and all-round performances have been defining features of the Youth League Two Women competition this season.
As clubs prepare for the final push towards finals, players across the league have continued to make their mark in a variety of ways, whether through scoring, rebounding, creating opportunities for teammates or applying relentless defensive pressure. With quality performers emerging across the competition, the depth of talent has once again been on full display.
Southern Peninsula has been led by Imogen Eckman, who has put together another outstanding season, averaging 18.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 3.4 steals per game. Teammate Phoebe Warren has also continued to make a valuable contribution, averagin 8.6 points, 8.3 rebounds and 3.6 steals while consistently impacting games at both ends of the floor. .
Westgate's Isabella Schulz has continued to rank among the competition's leading scorers, averaging 23.8 points per game while influencing contests across the floor. Craigieburn’s Chloe Dimkopoulos has also enjoyed another impressive season, averaging 16.2 points and 9.4 rebounds while continuing to make her presence felt across multiple statistical categories.
Collingwood has once again featured prominently, with Jessica McKain, Hayden Neil and Ella Weimer all producing strongcampaigns. McKain has combined scoring, rebounding and playmaking to become a key contributor, while Neil has continued to dominate the boards with 10.4 rebounds per game. Weimer has also continued to deliver consistently, giving Collingwood three players firmly in the MVP conversation.
Wyndham's Alana Poulton has been a commanding presence inside, averaging 13.5 rebounds per game, while Surfcoast's Sienna McCumber, Blackburn's Hannah Alderton and Warrandyte’s Tahlia Datson have all continued to make valuable contributions for their respective teams.
Basketball Victoria Big V League Manager Andrew West said the Youth League Two Women competition continued to highlight the growth and confidence of emerging athletes across the Big V.
"One of the most exciting aspects of Youth League Two Women this season has been seeing players continue to grow into well-rounded basketballers," West said.
"Across the competition we've seen athletes impacting games in so many different ways, and that's a real reflection of the work being done by players, coaches and clubs. With finals approaching, I'm looking forward to seeing these athletes continue to challenge themselves on the biggest stage of the season."
With the regular season entering its final rounds, every performance presents another opportunity for players to help their teams build momentum heading into finals. With so many athletes putting together impressive campaigns, the race for the 2026 Youth League Two Women MVP promises to go right down to the wire.
The Race to MVP series celebrates some of the standout performers across the Big V competition. With finals approaching, the race for individual honours remains wide open as players continue to help drive their teams towards postseason success.
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