Kayla Miranda

Kayla Miranda’s passion is basketball. Her ability to drive to the hoop, take the outside shot or pull up and shoot the short jumper make her an offensive threat all over the court. She’s a fierce defender that enjoys a physical game. Her defensive skills have denied top scorers from schools across Arizona and the nation. Kayla Miranda possesses leadership, discipline and drive on and off the court. Her work ethic and focus ensure success in academics and athletics.

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Thursday, March 8, 2012

Highland Wins 2012 Sectionals!!

Kayla Miranda and The Highland High School Lady Hawks fought an intense battle against Mesa's Red Mountain to win their 2012 Sectional Championship on February 11, 2012. Congratulations to the girls for a hard fought battle and victory!

Buzzer Beaters and Defense Lead to Title Round

The Highland High School Lady Hawks beat Dobson on Thursday, February 9th, earning a spot in the Sectional Finals. It was an tense game of strong defense and well timed shots.

Kayla Miranda had one of the exciting moments as covered in the East Valley Tribune: Buzzer-beaters, defense leads Highland girls to sectional title game: "With 1.2 seconds left before halftime, Kathleen Cabrera was fouled and made her first free throw. Her second free throw was off the mark but Kayla Miranda was there for the rebound and put back at the buzzer to give the Hawks a 20-18 lead at intermission."

It was also covered on AZCentral.com: Highland girls basketball pulls away from Dobson at sectionals: "Highland and Dobson traded the lead for the entire first half before a jumper by junior guard Kayla Miranda as time expired gave the Hawks a 20-18 lead at halftime."