ESPNHS NATIONAL PLAYERS OF THE YEAR
Some of the ESPNHS All-time POY picks were tough choices. A few were no-brainers. Most of the winners enjoyed success at the higher levels of the game.
Note: EA SPORTS
selections 2003-2009; Student Sports selections 1996-2002; Selections retroactive from 1996 back based on research by ESPNHS.com Rankings Editor Doug Huff, a McDonald's All-American selection committee member since the game's inception, ESPNHS.com Deputy Editor Mark Tennis and ESPNHS.com Senior Editor Ronnie Flores; Selections are based on high school accomplishment, not future college/pro potential, and are reflective of those that lead their teams to state championships. ESPNHS does not knowingly select fifth-year players, and those ineligible due to age or academics, Mr.
Basketball USA or to its various All-American teams.