Saniyah Hall: Overtime Select MVP Poised for Senior Year at SPIRE Academy
When the spotlight shines brightest, Saniyah Hall delivers. The top recruit in the Class of 2026 just added another accolade to her résumé, earning Most Valuable Player honors at the 2025 Overtime Select Tournament after leading her All Knighters squad to the championship.
From the very first game, Hall proved she was on another level. Against Drifty Dreamerz, she went off for 24 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 5 steals in under 27 minutes, showing off her scoring versatility and defensive instincts. But she saved her biggest performance for the title game.
In the championship against ISO WRLD, Hall dominated with 28 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals, powering her team to an 87–71 victory and leaving no doubt about who deserved the MVP trophy. Across her tournament run, she averaged roughly 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, while adding nearly five steals per game. It wasn’t just about the scoring—it was about controlling the game on both ends of the floor.
Why MVP Matters Beyond the Numbers
Hall’s Overtime Select performance is a preview of what makes her special. She has the scoring punch to take over games, but what separates her is the ability to rebound, create for teammates, and pressure the ball defensively. Coaches talk about players who make everyone around them better—Hall’s stat lines and leadership fit that definition perfectly.
The Next Step: SPIRE Academy
While USC fans are eager to see Hall in cardinal and gold, she still has one more chapter to write at the high school level. On June 22, 2025, Hall officially transferred to SPIRE Academy in Geneva, Ohio, where she will play her senior season.
SPIRE gives Hall the competitive stage to sharpen her game against elite talent while keeping her close to home in Ohio. It also gives her one last shot at something she’s vocal about chasing: a state championship before heading to college.
USC’s Future Gets Brighter
For USC, Hall’s MVP run is just another confirmation that the program is securing the next wave of game-changing talent. Under head coach Lindsay Gottlieb, the Trojans have built a culture of toughness, versatility, and high-level development. Hall fits perfectly into that system.
Her Overtime Select dominance shows she can thrive under pressure. Her move to SPIRE Academy shows she’s serious about preparing herself against the best. And her USC commitment signals that Trojan fans should be ready—because when Hall finally arrives in Los Angeles in 2026, she’ll bring an MVP mindset with her.
Key Takeaway for Trojan Fans
Saniyah Hall isn’t just the MVP of Overtime Select. She’s a leader, a competitor, and the kind of player who changes programs. With one last year at SPIRE Academy ahead of her, she’s already proving why USC’s future looks brighter than ever.
