Jordin Alexander, Hamilton Southeastern

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High School Hamilton Southeastern (4A) – Schedule
Height  5’11
Position  Point Guard
Jersey No.  13
2011-12 Stats 14.7 pts, 4 rebs, 5 asts, 2.4 stls, 59% F.G., 44% 3pt. F.G., 76% F.T.
College Choice Brown University D-1

 

Official “Jordin Alexander for Miss Basketball” Website:

http://futurebasketball.com/September,_07_FSE_Website/Jordin_Alexander.html

What people are saying about Jordin Alexander:

“She’s the best shooting guard and overall one of the best playmakers I’ve seen this season.  Jordin is unselfish and distributes the ball with some uncanny passes at times.  Her biggest improvement over her Junior year is that she’s become much more aggressive….and she sees and runs the floor very well.  She handles the ball well against the press.  HSE wants the ball in her hands when the game is on the line.  She’s an excellent free throw shooter.”. ~ Mark Morrow, President/Publisher at Hamilton County Sports Daily and contributing writer for Hoosier Basketball Magazine.  1/25/2012

 

“When I think of Jordin, I think of versatility.  This season, we asked her to go back to playing the point and she has blossomed in the position.  She has also been a big reason for this year’s success. While she has done a great job on the floor, she has also excelled in the classroom. Jordin is the true definition of student athlete.”  “Jordin moving to the point guard has really been a big difference. She does a great job running the club.”  ~ Chris Huppenthal, Head Coach – Hamilton Southeastern H.S. /  #18 All-Time Most Wins in Indiana High School Girls Basketball.  Career Record 304-66 (82%)

 

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 Season Highlights

2/08/12 ~ PERFECT SEASON ends too early for #1/Indiana, #15/USA Today, Hamilton Southeastern as they lose to #5 North Central Panthers 42-39.  Averaging 65 points per game and having NEVER trailed at the end of ANY quarter break the entire season, HSE found themselves down 15-5 (Alexander with 4) at the end of the 1st quarter.  The Royals, who usually pressed every team the entire season, chose not to press North Central for 3 quarters, and staying on the bottom around 10-11 points for the duration.  In the 4th, HSE decided to apply full court pressure, as North Central’s guards were very vulnerable.  Within a few minutes the Royals were within a few points. After dropping again to a 7 point deficit, the press was wearing on North Central’s guards. After a Reimer basket, Alexander got a quick steal and beautiful scoop pass back to Reimer for another lay in, and the Royals were only down 2. The final minute of play was very dramatic for the Royals faithful, being down 4 points on what seemed to be the last possession, Alexander was fouled on a 3-point attempt with only :04 left.  Assuming it was best, Alexander sank all 3 free throws to put the Royals as close as they would get, 1 point. But it was too little, too late. The #1 ranked team in the land went home for the 5th straight time in sectional play. 2012 Indiana Miss Basketball Candidate, and point guard, Jordin Alexander led the Royals with 14 points, while Auburn bound, 6′ 5″ Nariah Taylor led North Central with 15 points. All-American, Taya Reimer added 9 for Southeastern. 

 

2/02/12 ~ PERFECT 20-0 Regular Season finish for #1/Indiana, #15/USA Today,  Royals, as they beat the Avon Orioles to clench the HCC Conference Title.  With 6′ 2″ 2012 Indiana Jr. All-Star candidate, Jessica Pongonis still resting her ankle for the Carmel Sectional, Hamilton Southeastern got off to a slow start on the road.  But, a second half increase in pressure by H.S.E., led by Indiana Miss Basketball Candidate, Jordin Alexander’s 5 steals, the Royals outscored Avon by 16 points in the 2nd half to win the Hoosier Crossroads Conference outright.  Alexander once again, showed her Senior point guard leadership, by verbally getting everyone on the same page early in the second half.  The 5′ 11″ point guard also, not only scored 17 points, but picked up the defensive effort, getting 5 steals.  The Royals are back in action Wednesday night as they take on the #5 (Sagarin) North Central Panthers featuring 6′ 5″, Auburn committed, Nariah Taylor in the 1st round of the Carmel Sectional.

              *  Hamilton County Sports Daily Coverage:  http://www.hcsportsdaily.com/2012/02/03/still-perfect-lady-royals-now-20-0/

 

1/28/12 ~ Jordin Alexander scores 16 points and dishes out 11 assists as #1 Hamilton Southeastern destroys West Lafayette, 80-29 on the road.  2012 Indiana Jr. All-Star Candidate, Jessica Pongonis did not dress, due to nursing a tweaked ankle. And, the West Lafayette Red Devils may have thought that was their opportunity to upset the #1 Hamilton Southeastern Royals. But, it wasn’t even close, as led by Miss Basketball Candidate, Jordin Alexander’s 16 points and astounding 11 assists. The unbelievable part of Jordin’s game doesn’t always show up on the stat line. Beating presses, directing traffic and breaking down opponents defensively  are many reasons the Royals are now 19-0, but one actual stat that is reported, but often overlooked is assists.  Alexander’s 11 assists today were often to the benefit of 6′ 4″ All-American, Taya Reimer. Reimer made perfect on 14-14 finishes from those many assists, as did Alexander, going 7-7 from field goal range.  Alexander also had her usual game handling the ball, with only 1 turnover. 

 

1/24/12  ~ Miss Basketball Candidate, Jordin Alexander has another stellar game for Senior Night, leading the #1 (Indiana), #16 (USA) Hamilton Southeastern Royals to a 66-44 victory over #13 (Sagarin) Indianapolis Pike. ~ Alexander, the 5′ 11″ floor leader had 17 points (13 in the 2nd half) for the Royals as she was double teamed often on the inbounds pass against the full court press of the Red Devils.  In a rare shooting night, Alexander shot under 50% from the field, but made up for it with 8 assists, 5 rebounds, 3 steals and only 1 turnover.  Averaging 17 points per game over the last 6 games, (4 teams ranked 13th or higher) Jordin Alexander is giving a new definition to the term, “scoring point guard.”  

          *   Hamilton County Sports Daily Coverage:  http://www.hcsportsdaily.com/2012/01/25/class-4a-no-1-lady-royals-up-record-to-18-0/

       

1/21/12 ~ #1 (Indiana), #16 (USA) Hamilton Southeastern takes care of conference foe Lafayette Jeff 67-32 ~ Miss Basketball Candidate, Jordin Alexander came out on fire, scoring 10 points in the first 4:00 minutes of the game, and 22 points for the night.  The sharp shooting, 5′ 11″ Point Guard looked unstoppable connecting on pull up jumpers, beyond the arc and fast breaks in traffic, leading the 17-0 Royals to a 42-16 halftime lead.  On pace to score 40 plus, point guard insticts kicked in during the 2nd stanza for Jordin, getting everyone involved with multiple assists.  Alexander exited for good at the beginning of the 4th quarter, finishing with 22 points. Nice inside / outside balance once again for the undefeated Royals, as Junior All-American, Taya Reimer also contributed with 24. 

 

1/17/12 ~ #1 Hamilton Southeastern wins 16th straight defeating #4 (Sagarin) Lawrence North 67-52 – Miss Basketball Candidate, Jordin Alexander had another huge game for the Royals scoring 17 points, 6 assists, 5 steals and only 2 turnovers, playing point guard against one of the quickest backcourts in the Midwest. The Wildcats feature some incredible guards in All-Star candidate, Annesia (CoCo) Moore, and (Purdue offered) Super-Soph, Ana Owens.  Alexander showed great poise against the super quick press of the Wildcats directing traffic and distributing the ball often to 6′ 4″, All-American, Taya Reimer, who also finished with 19 points. 

Many college head coaches were in attendance once again including the legendary Geno Auriemma from UConn. It was reported shortly after the game that Auriemma “had many great things to say about Jordin’s game.”

 

1/07/12 ~ #1 Hamilton Southeastern defeats #3 McCutcheon – Jordin Alexander leads the Royals with 16 points.  The 5′ 11″ Point Guard was guarded then entire game by McCutcheon Indiana All-Star Candidate, Laken Hasser-Smith, even double teamed at times in the 4th quarter to prevent having to put her at the free throw line, when the Mavericks had to have the ball back. 

 

1/03/12 ~ #1 Hamilton Southeastern beats #9 Warren Central 63-51 – Jordin Alexander has 18 points on 6-10 shooting, 8 assists and 6 rebounds.  Alexander was guarded full court the entire game by Warren Central, lightening quick point guard, Bre Denny. Alexander returned the favor, getting the Denny assignment and holding the speedster to 2 points on the night. 

 

12/27/11 ~ #1, (4-A) Hamilton Southeastern defeats #12 (4-A) Warsaw in “TCU Holiday Tournament”  The Warsaw Tigers had their shot at the #1 team in the land and on their home floor.  After getting down 19-3, the Tigers came roaring back to take small 1 point lead just before halftime.  But, in the end the Royals experience proved to much led by Miss Basketball Candidate, 5′ 11″ point guard, Jordin Alexander’s 16 points on 75% shooting from the field (3-4) and 75% shooting from the arc (3-4).  All-American, Taya Reimer also contributed inside with 18 points of her own.  Alexander and Reimer also made the TCU All-Tournament Team.

 

11/30/11 ~ Top Ranked Hamilton Southeastern cruises past #3 Brownsburg 67-47 – Point Guard, Jordin Alexander has a steller game with 15 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds in front of nearly 2,000 fans.  The 5′ 11″ Alexander also goes 3 for 3, on pull-up jumpers over Brownsburg All-American Stephanie Mavunga.

 

11/23/11 ~ Alexander shoots for 19 points as #1 Hamilton Southeastern defeats crosstown rival Fishers, 82-69 – Fishers Coach Michael Gaines knew he had to try something to slow down the #1 Royals on their home floor.  So, “the five in, five out” strategy seemed to be the best bet.  The Tigers made it respectible by pressing the entire game, but couldn’t slow down the Royals fastbreak led by 5’11” point guard, Jordin Alexander.  Alexander has the height to see over most high school presses, and the ball handling to rip a hole in the quickest guard’s traps.  Alexander, supported in the scoring role by All-American, Taya Reimer who had 21 points, also had 19 points of her own, shooting 70% from the field on 7-10.  Alexander also went 5-6 from the line on the night.

 

11/18/11 ~ Indiana Miss Basketball Candidate, Jordin Alexander and All-American, Taya Reimer each score 16 points, as #1 Hamilton Southeastern get first conference win over the Westfield Shamrocks, 56-42. – Westfield Coach Shane Sumpter did his best to utilize 2013 Miss Basketball Candidate, 6′ 3″ Jenn Anderson, but had trouble getting the ball to her with the intense defense the Royals display every night out.  On top of Alexander’s 16 points, (5-8, 62.5%) Jordin also dished out 5 assists and grabbed 3 steals.

 

Career Highlights

  • Concensus  #1, (4A) Team in Indiana in all 3 polls / #15 High School Team in the United States (USA Today)
  • One of only 2 undefeated 4-A teams  in Indiana at 20-0. 
  • 16th Strongest Schedule in Indiana. 7-0 vs. Top 25 & 11-0 vs. Top 64 ranked teams. 
  • 2011 Indiana Jr. All-Star
  • 2009-2010 Team MVP
  • 3-year single game scoring leader, 28 points.
  • 2008-2009 Team Highest GPA Award.
  • 2010 Hamilton Southeastern “Set a Good Example” award winner.

2011-2012 Senior Season Honors

  • 2011 Lady Tiger Classic (Warsaw) “All-Tournament Team”
  • First Team All-State ~ Hoosier Basketball Magazine
  • 2011-2012 Pre-Season All-State Team ~ Indiana Basketball Magazine
  • 2012 Indiana North/South All-Star

2010-2011 Junior Season Honors

  • Indiana Jr. All-Star
  • “Miss Royal” ~ Best All-Around Student, Person, Player
  • Associated Press All-State (HHM)
  • Indiana Class Basketball All-Star
  • First Team ~ All-Hoosier Crossroads Conference
  • First Team ~ All-State, Hoosier Basketball Magazine
  • First Team  ~ Indianapolis Star – All-North Team
  • First Team ~ All-Hamilton County
  • First Team ~ All-Hamilton County Sports Daily

 Academic Info

  • 4.0 GPA in all Advanced Placement Courses.
  • Top 10% of her class in one of the top ranked academic public high schools in Indiana. 
  • National Honor Society
  • Planned course of study at Brown University:  Pre-Med – Biological / Biomedical Science and Research. 

 

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