4A - TexPreps Basketball
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4A - TexPreps Basketball
Seventh Annual www.texprepsbasketball.com 2011-12 (407)722-4714 2507 N. Alafaya Trl #9 Orlando, FL 32826 www.ibball.com – Official Site For I Am Basketball CONGRATULATIONS 5-A 2011 IRVING MACARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL STATE CHAMPIONS ifratelli.net LADY CARDINALS Top Row: Joe Shelly, Assistant Coach; Demetria Foreman, senior; Tory Jacobs, freshman; Cierra Robinson, junior; Khoria Newman, junior; Desiree Smith, junior; Head Coach Suzie Oelschlegel; Karmen Jackson,senior; Monique Jackson-senior; Alexis Jones-junior; Wally Banks, Statistician TexPreps | Page Bottom Row:Basketball Jennifer Smith, Asst.2 Coach; Tiffini Wilson, senior; Lucy Partida, manager; Destiny Newsome, manager; D’Adra Ollis, manager; Ayriel Anderson, junior; Kim Nance, Varsity Asst. 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Two trips to the state tournament. One championship. Recognition as among the best, if not the best, in the nation. Smart’s junior season was spectacular. Coming back from summer hernia surgery, he repeated as all-state, sparked his team in the state championship game with 16 points, 11 rebounds, four steals and two assists, and was named to the Junior All-American team (second five) and Gatorade Texas Player of the Year. Now Smart returns for his senior year even stronger, with a more accurate jump shot and a driving hunger for another state title. During a summer interview at the Marcus gym, Smart was adamant that he and the other Marauders (Phil Forte and A.J. Luckey also return) are not satisfied. “Yeah, we won,” Smart said, “but to know that people are coming out, and they’re going to want you and they’re going to give you their best game every day, and thinking about how people are getting better, and if you’re sitting home you’re not, and thinking we have a big mark on our back, it makes us want to go out and work even harder.” --continued on page 17 TexPreps Basketball | Page 5 Congratulations Georgetown High School Lady Eagles! Class 5A State Finalist! Regional Quarter Finalist 1999, 2002, 2005, 2008, 2009 State Semi Finalist 1978, 1983, 1991, 1996, 2006, 2010 State Champion 1979 TexPreps Basketball | Page 6 Regional Semi Finalist 1994, 1995, 1998 State Finalist 1992, 2003, 2011 10 $ OFF YOUR PURCHASE OF $50 OR MORE* VALID NOW–12/31/11 MORE EXCLUSIONS MAY APPLY. VISIT SPORTSAUTHORITY.COM/EXCLUSIONS OR SEE STORE FOR DETAILS. *No cash value. No cash back. No rain checks. Coupon not valid on prior, online or S.A. 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Visit our Web site today. “Encouraging and equipping coaches and their spouses in biblical truth since 1990.” www.coachesoutreach.org PUBLISHER’S NOTE Official magazine of the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches TexPreps Basketball Magazine is the official publication of the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches (TABC), published annually in September by R.V. Baugus. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced or reprinted without the prior written approval of Tex Preps Basketball Magazine. © Copyright 2011. Beyond The Photo Shoot R.V. Baugus Editor/Publisher One of the pleasures of publishing a Texas high school basketball magazine is the opportunity to see brilliance displayed on the court by the likes of Marcus Smart of Flower Mound Marcus and Alexis Jones of Irving MacArthur. Just as much of a pleasure is when you get to meet players off the court such as these two who are on the cover of this year’s magazine and represent the top boys’ and top girls’ senior players in the state. Such was the occasion earlier this year when a photo shoot was scheduled by cover photographer Sharon Ellman to bring Smart and Jones together for a series of pictures. It is not always possible to be present at these shoots, but fortunately the schedule allowed for that this year and gave me an opportunity to arrive at MacArthur High School shortly after Ellman began taking pictures of the two talents posing together as well as separately. After the shoot, we traveled caravan-style from the school towards Pioneer Plaza in downtown Dallas for some more pictures. I was in my car, Ellman was in hers, Marcus was driven by his mom and Alexis was escorted by her coach, Suzie Oelschlegel. After another round of pictures were snapped on this Wednesday evening, we got together as a group and did what any good Dallasites would do on a mid-week night in downtown Big D … we had one last caravan to the nearby El Fenix Restaurant for the $4.99 Wednesday Enchilada Dinner special. This gave everyone an opportunity to know each other just a little bit better, something we don’t usually get to do in such hectic times. Marcus and Alexis will both succeed at the next stage of their career not just because of their talent, but because of the types of young people that they are … respectful, kind, cordial and with the inner confidence it takes to know you want to scale to the greatest heights. Not only were they respectful to the four adults in the crowd, but they seized the opportunity to even get to meet and enjoy each other’s company. Each autographed a copy of last year’s Tex Preps Basketball magazine for the other and as we were saying our goodbyes in the restaurant parking lot the two outstanding seniors wished each other good luck this year and said they would be watching each other. We will be watching, too, and look forward to doing so for several years beyond high school at these two exceptional and talented individuals. EDITORIAL: Publisher/Executive Editor: R.V. Baugus [email protected] Phone: 469-878-4289 Senior Writer: Mark McKee Contributing Writers: Temple Pouncey, Kevin McPherson Graphic Design: Tanya Baugus Cover Design: Doug Livingston Cover Photo: Sharon Ellman ADVERTISING & MARKETING Marcia Shivers [email protected] Phone: 817-946-2600 Garland Hancock [email protected] Phone: 972-679-1635 CUSTOMER SERVICE: For service anytime, please use our website: www.texprepsbasketball.com You can also call 469-878-4289 or write to: TexPreps Basketball Magazine, P. O. Box 166132, Irving, TX 75016-6132 Distributors: Source Interlink, Inc., Ingram Periodicals and Warner International Periodical Services, Inc. We welcome your inquiries to become a distributor. Please contact R.V. Baugus either via e-mail rv@ texprepsbasketball.com or call Tex Preps Basketball Magazine at 469-878-4289. Errors and Omissions: Every effort has been made to verify the editorial content, however, Tex Preps Basketball Magazine nor the publisher, R.V. Baugus, is responsible for errors or omissions in either the text content or the photos. In Memoriam Rex Baugus 1959-2007 TexPreps Basketball | Page 9 TexPreps Basketball | Page 10 TexPreps Basketball | Page 11 TOP TEAMS OF Top Texas Teams of the 1970s {Power Rating} Rank 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Team Record Win Margin Standout Players Playoffs P. Rating Houston Kashmere(75) 46-0 +27.6 Karl Godine, Jarvis Williams State Champ 4A 107.62 Houston Wheatley(73) 41-1 +28.0 Eddie Owens, Michael Long State Champ 4A 105.15 Houston Wheatley(70) 39-0 +32.9 Dwight Jones, Allen Batro State Champ 4A 105.14 Houston Wheatley(72) 39-3 +27.2 Eddie Owens, Gaylord Davis State Semi 4A 102.42 Spring Branch Memorial(70)37-4 +21.1 Randy Younglin Regional Final 4A 98.97 Houston Wheatley(71) 37-5 +23.4 Eddie Owens, Michael Long State Final 4A 98.92 Dallas Roosevelt(72) 35-4 +19.9 Ira Terrell, Marcellus Abney State Champ 4A 98.06 Dallas South Oak Cliff(77) 35-8 +17.0 Cullen Mayfield, David Burns State Champ 4A 97.07 Cypress Fairbanks(71) 36-6 +10.5 Jerry Mercer, Dunlap Twins State Champ 4A 96.31 Houston Madison(79) 39-1 +16.8 Greg Kite, John Simple State Semi 4A 96.17 Huntsville(79) 27-5 +20.7 Curtis Wallace, Lloyd Archie State Champ 3A 95.71 Fort Worth Dunbar(79) 37-4 +18.4 Darrell Browder, Andre Allen State Final 4A 95.01 Houston Kashmere(74) 39-2 +23.3 Karl Godine, Jarvis Williams State Champ 4A 94.92 Dallas South Oak Cliff(75) 35-4 +20.4 Wayman Lister, Anthony McMillen Regional Semi 4A 94.33 Austin Lanier(79) 33-4 +15.8 Elton Webster, Harold Howard State Semi 4A 94.00 Dallas South Oak Cliff(74) 37-5 +15.7 Larry Harris, Charles McMillen State Final 4A 93.81 Fort Worth Paschal(75) 32-3 +21.0 John Schlicher, Wendall Mays State Final 4A 92.67 Fort Worth Dunbar(77) 39-2 +18.4 Michael Watley, James Griffin State Final 4A 92.58 Houston Clear Lake(76) 37-4 +18.4 Warren Slinger, Steve Sylestine Regional Semi-4A 92.23 Dallas South Oak Cliff(79) 29-6 +9.7 Puntus Wilson, Tony Moore Bi-District 4A 89.96 Lufkin (79) 31-6 +7.9 Larry Davis, Ronnie Blake State Champ 4A 89.83 Dallas Highland Park(72) 37-2 +18.9 David Kimmel, Tommy Delatour Regional Final 4A 89.47 Plano (79) 28-5 +10.7 Travis Benke, Kirk Lundblade Bi-District 4A 89.42 Houston Wheatley(78) 37-6 +9.7 R. McGrader, N. Greenleaf State Champ 4A 89.37 Fort Worth Dunbar(78) 34-3 +18.1 James Griffin, C. Hubbard Regional Final 4A 88.72 Best of 1970s: H. Wheatley(73,70,72,71,78); Dallas S.O.C.(77,75,74,79); FW Dunbar(79,77,78); H. Kashmere(75,74) NBA Draft Pick Top 100 Top Texas Teams of the 1980s {Power Rating} Rank Team Record Win Margin Standout Players Playoffs P. Rating 1 Houston Madison(85) 40-0 +34.4 Sean Gay, Gerry McGee State Champ 5A 108.32 2 Fort Worth Dunbar(84) 38-1 +24.6 R. Washington, Linzie Bogan State Semi 5A 105.34 3 SA East Central(88) 34-1 +24.0 Tony Terrell, Robert Keno State Semi 5A 104.03 4 Houston Clear Lake(89) 36-4 +19.0 David Buckner, Mike Moten State Champ 5A 103.22 5 Port Arthur Lincoln(86) 33-1 +24.4 Anthony Allen, R. Haliburton State Champ 4A 98.40 6 Port Arthur Lincoln(81) 36-3 +16.2 Leonard Allen, Michael Jaco State Champ 5A 98.23 7 Conroe (85) 34-3 +18.3 Kelvin Smith, Rod Jacques State Finals 5A 97.95 8 Bryan (83) 34-5 +10.9 Darrell Mitchell, Rod Bernstein State Champ 5A 97.56 9 Houston Sam Houston(88) 32-5 +14.5 Kethus Hanks, Jodie Arthur State Champ 5A 97.12 10 Galveston Ball(82) 34-6 +12.6 Oscar White, John Chaney State Finals 5A 97.06 11 Dallas Roosevelt(81) 40-3 +15.3 Carl Wright, Ronell Peters State Semi 5A 96.75 12 Beaumont Hebert(81) 35-2 +24.4 Andre Boutte, Don Mickens State Champ 4A 96.60 13 San Antonio Jay(89) 38-1 +23.6 Charles Outlaw, C. Thomas State Finals 5A 95.87 14 Houston Yates(83) 37-3 +14.3 Ricky Winslow, C. Holcomb State Semi 5A 94.98 15 Port Arthur Lincoln(84) 32-3 +18.1 Kevin Bush, Walter Senegal State Champ 4A 94.79 16 Waxahachie(83) 35-2 +23.4 Todd Alexander, M.Washington State Champ 4A 94.48 17 Fort Worth Dunbar(88) 36-4 +15.6 Derrick Daniels, Randy Williams State Finals 5A 94.27 18 Fort Worth Dunbar(87) 38-1 +21.8 Mark Chambers, Derrick Daniels State Semi 5A 94.25 19 San Antonio Churchill(82) 37-3 +12.8 Gary Heyland, Pat Hymel State Champ 5A 94.19 20 Houston Clear Lake(81) 38-2 +17.1 Bernie Lang, Russ Capps Regional Semi 5A 93.09 21 Fort Worth Dunbar(81) 31-5 +11.5 Robert Hughes, Willie Ashley State Semi 5A 92.59 22 Dallas South Oak Cliff(86) 28-3 +14.2 Ronnie Morgan, Nathan McCoy Regional Final 5A 92.58 23 Beaumont Hebert(80) 35-2 +22.3 Randy Samuels, D. Mickens State Champ 4A 92.24 24 Mansfield (86) 31-2 +14.0 Riley Smith, John Smith State Finals 4A 91.92 25 La Porte(87) 40-0 +17.2 William Gooden, C. McCovery State Champ 5A 91.88 Best of 1980s: FW Dunbar(84,88,87,81); PA Lincoln(86,81,84); Clear Lake(89,81); Beaumont Hebert(81,80) NBA Draft Pick Top 100 TexPreps Basketball | Page 12 THE DECADE All rankings compiled by Mark McKee Top Texas Teams of the 1990s {Power Rating} Rank 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Team Record Win Margin Standout Players Playoffs P. Rating Temple (93) 35-1 +19.0 Brian Skinner, Jerode Banks Regional Final 5A 104.84 Duncanville (91) 37-2 +17.0 Greg Ostertag, Marvin Bell State Champ 5A 104.69 San Antonio Taft(98) 35-5 +15.1 Joe White, Courtney Jackson State Final 5A 101.61 Fort Worth Dunbar(91) 35-3 +15.6 Dayo Holloway,Reuben Means State Semi 5A 100.65 Temple (94) 31-4 +18.9 Brian Skinner, R. Miller Regional Semi 5A 99.47 Fort Worth Dunbar(93) 35-4 +21.2 Charles Smith, Anthony Burks State Champ 5A 99.44 Austin Anderson(95) 35-2 +24.7 Kris Clack, William Stringfellow State Final 4A 99.29 Midland (98) 36-2 +23.0 Kirby Lemons, Charles Tatum State Champ 5A 98.21 Duncanville (99) 35-3 +17.0 Brian Boddicker, Roos. Brown State Champ 5A 98.15 Duncanville (97) 29-8 +10.4 Chris Owens, Vincent Brown State Semi 5A 97.24 Dallas Kimball(97) 38-2 +19.7 Jeryl Sasser, Brandon Burney State Champ 5A 95.37 Dallas Kimball(99) 34-5 +12.5 Quinton Ross, Chris Jackson State Final 5A 95.19 SA East Central(95) 35-0 +24.5 Stanley Bonewitz, D. Mathis State Champs 5A 95.08 SA East Central(94) 30-5 +18.2 Stanley Bonewitz, C. Jackson State Semi 5A 94.56 Port Arthur Lincoln(91) 34-3 +20.6 Xavier Henton, Kelvin McKver State Champ 4A 94.46 Dallas Kimball(90) 35-3 +14.5 Jayson Walton, Charles Gentry State Champ 5A 94.32 Fort Bend Willowridge(94) 38-1 +21.0 Ansu Sesay, Leland Redmond State Champ 5A 93.87 Dallas Highland Park(98) 33-4 +14.4 Chris Young, Peter McNulty State Final 4A 93.68 Planinview(94) 35-3 +14.6 S. Riddley, M. Williams State Champ 4A 92.94 Converse Judson(93) 34-4 +12.4 Charles Ford, Roger Favela State Final 4A 92.90 Dallas Kimball(96) 38-2 +21.4 Jeryl Sasser, Richard Evans State Champ 5A 92.23 Fort Worth Dunbar(90) 37-3 +16.7 Gary Collier, Samuel Birdine State Semi 5A 91.74 Galena Park NorthShore(97)34-4 +21.2 Fred Rugley,Julius Keys State Finals 5A 90.68 Longview (92) 35-2 +24.3 Bobby Taylor, R. Floyd State Champ 5A 90.59 Dallas South Oak Cliff(92) 34-2 +18.3 Howley Bonner, Derrick Battie State Champ 4A 90.15 Best 0f 1990s: Dallas Kimball(97,99,90,96); Duncanville(91,99,97); FW Dunbar(91,93,90); Temple(93,94); SA East Centrall(95,94) NBA player or Drafted Top 60 Top Texas Teams of the 2000s {Power Rating} Rank 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Team Record Win Margin Standout Players Houston Yates(09) 34-1 +43.7 Joseph Young, Brandon Peters Dallas Lincoln(02) 40-0 +25.0 Chris Bosh, Bryan Hopkins Duncanville(07) 39-0 +17.5 D’walyn Roberts, S.Williams Fort Bend Willowridge(01) 39-0 +23.7 TJ Ford, Daniel Ewing Houston Milby(04) 39-0 +28.8 Jawann McClellan,Larry Posey Humble Kingwood(07) 39-3 +17.5 Mike Singletary, Trevin Harris DeSoto(03) 33-6 +16.5 Dez Washington,Charles Stoker Cedar Hill(02) 32-3 +21.4 Daniel Horton, Cedric Brooks Fort Bend Willowridge(00) 36-1 +20.9 TJ Ford, Daniel Ewing Fort Worth Dunbar(02) 33-3 +23.4 Jeremis Smith,Dario Henderson Beaumont Ozen(02) 32-3 +25.7 Kendrick Perkins, Kenna Young Spring Westfield(06) 36-1 +24.9 Brandon Dishon, Chris Hagen Beaumont Ozen(01) 36-0 +35.4 Kendrick Perkins, A.Marshall Fort Worth Dunbar(03) 37-1 +18.8 Jeremis Smith, Lance Jackson Duncanville(08) 35-2 +17.8 Roger Franklin, Shawn Williams DeSoto(05) 37-4 +17.1 Roderick Fleming, Jermaine Beal San Antonio Madison(09) 33-2 17.4 Stephen Baird, Cameron Catlett Amarillo Palo Duro(08) 31-1 +32.0 D’Andre Williams, Javon Cravin Lubbock Estacado(04) 33-5 +24.8 Louis Rodgers, Stefferon McNeal Cedar Hill(04) 35-2 +21.0 Jason Horton, Roderick Adams Dallas South Oak Cliff(05) 32-7 +16.0 Darrell Arthur,Kevin Rogers Dallas South Oak Cliff(06) 30-7 +12.4 Darrell Arthur, Ronnie Morgan Cedar Hill(05) 25-7 +19.0 Bishop Wheatley, C. Masters Klein Forest(00) 32-5 +14.4 Jason Klotz, Nile Murry Duncanville(09) 26-10 +18.0 Shawn Williams, Roger Franklin Playoffs State Champ 4A State Champ 4A State Champ 5A State Champ 5A State Champ 5A State Final 5A State Champ 5A Regional Semi 5A State Champ 5A State Semi 4A State Final 4A Regional Final 5A State Champ 4A State Champ 4A Regional Semi 5A State Final 5A 2nd Round 5A Regional Final 4A State Semi 4A State Final 5A State Champ 4A State Champ 4A 4th Place District State Final 5A Regional Final 5A P. Rating 109.18 108.88 106.02 102.22 100.97 100.40 100.16 99.42 98.84 98.65 98.37 98.33 97.61 96.56 95.46 95.31 95.19 95.01 94.82 94.81 94.67 94.61 94.32 93.72 93.63 Best Of 2000s: Duncanville(07,08,09); Cedar Hill(02,04,05); Willowridge(00,01); DeSoto(03,05); FW Dunbar(02,03); Ozen(02,01), SOC(05,06) NBA Player or Drafted by NBA TexPreps Basketball | Page 13 Danny Henderson Enjoys Success at FM Marcus By Mark McKee Through the years Mark McKee has sat down and visited with some of the top coaches that the state of Texas has produced, including Jackie Carr of Houston Wheatley, Bill Krueger of Clear Lake, Robert Hughes of Fort Worth Dunbar, to name a few, and this past June, Danny Henderson of Flower Mound Marcus. Mark McKee: Danny, you had a great year capturing the 5A state championship this past season. You have now taken three different schools to the state tournament with Liberty Hill, Peaster and Flower Mound Marcus. Compare these three programs and the challenges you faced in getting both small and large schools all the way to Austin. Danny Henderson: I have found there is really no difference in the larger classifications. Kids have the same motivation in 2A as they do in 5A. It comes down in all three places trying to create a culture that is based on working very hard, defense and love. When the kids buy into a culture and fight for it every day you have a chance to achieve a lot more than you may have thought possible. MM: What are some of the advantages and disadvantages in coaching in a larger school as opposed to a smaller classification? DH: It is all about the same really. There are pressure games at every level. It doesn’t get much bigger than Peaster vs. Brock. MM: Marcus finished #1 in the nation in the Max Preps Freeman Ranking and #5 in the country in the ESPN Fab Fifty poll as well as #10 in the USA Today final polls. What are your thoughts about the national polls and how do they impact you as a program and a coach? DH: When you finish that high it gives the younger players something to work towards and of course there is that wow factor. MM: How does it look right now for making a third straight trip to Austin in 2012. Can you tell us some of the areas you think your team will be stronger in and areas of concern? DH: We should have a chance but there are a lot of pitfalls. We will have a big target on our back and any time you are playing in a one game playoff situation it can come down to a crazy call by the official or a wild shot. Anything can happen. Troy Hamm at Krum one year had one of the best 2A teams I’ve seen and they got to Austin and they all had the flu. Things like that can happen. At Marcus we do not base our success on championships; we base them on three things: (1) be great today, (2) have fun, (3) and love your teammate. We won’t judge the season on whether we win TexPreps Basketball | Page 14 the championship. MM: Speaking of championships, that was a wild one this past season. What were you telling your kids at halftime? DH: We wanted to come out with great intensity and be focused in the second half. The most turnovers we had all season was 14 because we have three point guards in the lineup. But I couldn’t believe it. Tony (Mauldin) does such a great job with his press and we started turning the ball over. We had 13 turnovers in the second half and 22 for the game. Of the 13 turnovers we had in the second half five were against the press. It was in the half court that we were turning the ball over. MM: What were you telling your kids late in the game when momentum had changed in Garland Lakeview’s favor. very valuable for the run we made this season. Yes, we felt like we let one slip away. MM: Do you have any new faces during the coming season that could challenge for a lot of playing time? DH: Just some kids we have coming off the JV. We have a kid we think is going to play real well for us this coming season named Jared Hamilton who played on the sophomore team two years ago and JV this past season. He is a late bloomer and is about 6’6”. We also have a 6’8” kid named John Malone who had a strong regional tournament a year ago and should see a lot of playing time. MM: Discuss the following players … Phil Forte is a Division 1 recruit and one of the top shooters in the state. Danny Henderson, Flower Mound Marcus DH: We were starting to panic and I could see it in the kid’s faces. A strength of ours has always been to stay calm. My main concern was to show calm and confidence. I told them we need to go back to fundamentals and be strong with the ball and run the press attack and get stops at the other end. Finally after the third timeout we started returning to normalcy. We only had one turnover in the fourth quarter. MM: What was going through your mind when they took the lead and then pulled the ball out in a delay game? DH: The key for us was to stop turning the ball over because they had gotten all their points off turnovers. Once we cut down on turnovers that had a lot to do with the comeback. MM: Go back to the previous season (2010) and your semifinal loss in overtime to eventual state champion Fort Bend Bush. DH: Everyone except Phil Forte shot the ball very poorly and that cost us the game. They ran a zone and dared us to shoot from the outside. They were matching up on Phil and we just could not hit from the wings. Although we lost the game the experience was DH: Phil Forte –there are a lot of schools looking at Phil including Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Boise State, Wichita State, Creighton and San Francisco. Schools are starved for great shooters and he can do so much more than just shoot. He works extremely hard and is one of the most dedicated players I have coached. DH: A.J. Luckey – He is the most underrated player we have on the team. He draws the toughest defensive assignment each game and he has point guard skills. Sam Houston and several others schools are looking at A.J. DH: Nick Banyard – Nick had to play out of position last year for us. This year we feel he can move to his more natural position facing the basket. He has really improved his guard skills this spring and has several schools interested in him. Marcus Smart’s all around game makes him one of the top recruits in the country. --continued on page 16 Special Delivery By KEVIN McPHERSON Special Contributor LIPAN, Texas—Whether they like it, most people in this town of 425 find their lives connected to two things—family and basketball. Often, the two can’t be separated. There’s no better example than the school’s varsity girls basketball coach, Amber Branson. Her husband, Les Branson, played on the school’s state championship boys team in 1994. Amber Branson was an all-state player on the girls’ 1995 team that advanced to Austin. Her father, Jimmy Tate (also her son’s namesake), is a retired Lipan teacher and coach and has served on the Lipan ISD school board for several years. The Lipan basketball lineage goes back even farther. Les Branson’s grandfather, Harold Branson, played on the 1948 and 1949 Lipan district championship teams. So perhaps it’s no surprise that on the first Friday after the end of the school year, Harold Branson is offering driver’s ed lessons to a student who is trying to wield a large pickup truck between two blue chairs in a parallel parking drill. Amber Branson looks on curiously, but isn’t too worried about the outcome. “Everyone tries to help everyone out,” she says. “Whether it’s people, the school, or local businesses.” Things aren’t nearly as remote as they seem in this town near the border of Hood and Erath counties. It’s a 20-minute drive to Granbury and about 30 minutes to Stephenville. Interstate 20 is no more than 10 minutes. But it was a rather unusual development during last season’s playoffs that brought the world closer to Lipan. The Lady Indians advanced to the Class A, Division II, Region II tournament in Abilene in late February. After victories over Gorman, Crowell, and Aspermont, Lipan played Roby on Feb. 25 at Abilene Christian’s Moody Coliseum. Just a couple of hours after the win, Branson gave birth to her third child, Leslie Telese. The Lady Indians, scheduled to meet Newcastle with a trip to Austin on the line, weren’t sure who would be coaching them on the bench the next afternoon. With a weary, Coach Amber Branson with her 3 children, including baby Leslie but eager, Branson on the bench, Lipan won, 45-41. The episode surrounding the birth of Branson’s child brought national attention to the team and the feat. While not everyone may have agreed with the sensibility of her being on the sidelines so quickly, Branson says she does not regret it. “When we went through it, people may not have understood why it was okay,” she said. “But I believe things happen for a reason. We’ve had ups and downs in Lipan over the past several years, with some bad things along the way.” For instance, a fire damaged much of the school in 2005 and the administration has been scrambling since to accommodate classrooms. Some classes were held in a church adjacent to the school. In addition, construction of a state-ofthe-art, multi-million-dollar gym that began a decade ago has yet to be completed. A gray, concrete shell of the facility sits as a daily reminder to Branson, her players, and the school of what might be yet to come. And the team’s success in the spring may be the catapult that moves the gym to completion. Just a couple of months after the Lady Indians’ state berth, voters in Lipan ISD approved a bond issue that will help restore the school and complete the gym. “Maybe the craziness of the story around the birth of Leslie helped,” Branson added. Though bit of an odyssey, things seem to have come full circle for the Lipan girls program and their coach. With a burgeoning program and a new gym on the horizon, just making the playoffs won’t be good enough in 2012. “Expectations are high,” Branson noted. “Our philosophy is that we expect to win. Our players were in the gym a lot this spring and many played this summer and went to camps.” Lipan should get tested in an early-season tournament at Tenaha in East Texas, as well as non-district games against Peaster and Jacksoboro. Branson says some of the top teams in Region II should be Throckmorton, Newcastle, Roby, and, of course, Lipan. The Lady Indians return four starters, including leading scorer Zully Martinez (25 ppg.), who is one of six seniors coming back for Lipan. That group represents almost onethird of next year’s graduating class of 20 at Lipan. Also returning are junior point guard Rhiana Michou, daughter of assistant coach Ray Michou, sophomore post Shauna Coleman, and sophomore guard/forward Kayla Wheeler. “Basketball starts for them as early as kindergarten. We have a Little Dribblers program. They can’t wait. They idolize those high school players and really look up to them.” With three other Lipan graduates on the faculty, people and things become very familiar in the community and at the school. Students can’t get away with much because most every adult knows them, as well as their parents, their teachers, and their coaches. “In a school like this, you get to know every kid,” Branson added. “I enjoy that aspect. I feel like they are not nobodies. They are all important to me. When I see a girl who has graduated from Lipan, I am proud of just how good of people they are.” She even relates her own birth experience as a life lesson for her players. Branson says that once the “cuteness” of the pregnancy wore off, most of her players found out about the realities of becoming a mother. The stress of motherhood might be different from coaching, but there is pressure nonetheless for both players and coaches—especially at a school which focuses much of its athletic attention on basketball. “On game day, the environment is high energy,” Branson said. “The town revolves around the school. Everybody talks about it during the week of games. Yes, there is a little --continued on page 17 TexPreps Basketball | Page 15 Danny Henderson --continued from page 14 DH: Marcus Smart – He is as good a kid as he is a player. He treats everybody the same and is very humble. I wish people could see how hard Marcus practices every day. He is a leader and loves to play big in big games. North Carolina has offered along with every school in the Big 12. Marcus has been unfazed by the recruiting process. He is more concerned with his high school team. His mother is the key factor in Marcus’s ability in keeping everything in perspective. MM: Was the question of his eligibility a big distraction going into the playoffs? DH: It really did bother us during the bidistrict game but after that we really focused on our opponent. MM: What team in Region I do you think you will have to beat in order to go to Austin this year? DH: We really don’t try to worry about things like that as a staff. We focus more on having a great off season. We don’t focus on state championships just the three things I talked about earlier. It is real important to ground our kids once again. Plano West will be real strong in our district and in the region it should be the same teams as in the past, Duncanville, Cedar Hill and North Crowley. MM: Describe growing up in White Oak. DH: Great place to grow up but it was a football town. My high school coach was Dan Knoll. He was a wonderful man and I learned a great deal from him about how to treat kids. We finished 23-7 my senior year. MM: Talk a little about your father and your relationship with him. DH: My dad was a wonderful parent who was old fashioned in his discipline. He raised four great kids and loved basketball. He began going to the state basketball tournament in 1956 and started taking me in 1970. He passed away at the age of 77 and we were very close. He would have loved this team. MM: How would you describe your playing days at Austin College? DH: I was a player of limited talent but Austin College gave me an opportunity to play college ball. Bob Mason was my coach at Austin College where he had been for 28 years. He really taught me a lot about how to treat kids. He was also the one who got me my first job with Chester Story at McKinney High School. I was an assistant under Chester and learned a great deal from him. It doesn’t get any better than Chester Story. MM: How did you end up at Liberty Hill? DH: I was probably the only one dumb enough to take the job. They were moving up to class 2A and had no returning starters and it was probably a foolish move on my part. They had a freshman named Richard Hastings who was 6’2” and I built my whole team around him over the next four years. In my first year we lost in the regional finals to ShaTexPreps Basketball | Page 16 quille O’Neal and we held him to 49 points and 29 rebounds. Hastings turned out to be a lot better than I anticipated. MM: In 1991 Liberty Hill made it all the way to the state tournament. Reflect on the first team you took to Austin and what you learned? DH: I learned not to be satisfied with winning the regional title. We went down to Austin and got down 21 points before sending the game into overtime. We played very poorly and it took all our energy to get back into the game and we eventually lost. MM: What are your thoughts about preparing a team to travel to Austin for the state tournament? DH: The only way to prepare is to have been there before. Our kids were totally unfazed by the Austin trip this year as opposed to two years ago. In 2000 when we won the title at Peaster we knew we were going to have a strong showing because the other three teams that had been there the previous season had been eliminated in the regionals, making us the only returning team from the previous season. We knew we were going down to Austin and play three rookie teams meaning they had not been to Austin the previous year. This gave us a lot of confidence. It is just a huge advantage. MM: Why did you leave Liberty Hill and move to Peaster? DH: It was very hard coaching both football and basketball at Liberty Hill and me and my wife were considering starting a family. I started football in August and finished up with basketball in March, it was a real grind. Billy Gillispie had called me about the Peaster job and said it was a good opportunity. We liked a small town feel and felt it would be a good place to raise a family. MM: What were your years like in Peaster and why did you stay there for 16 years? 2000 State Champions, A.J. Hill of Peaster DH: Great place to live and I loved it there. MM: Describe your two championships squads at Peaster and what were those two titles like for you personally and to the community? DH: It was wonderful, especially that first one we won in such dramatic fashion. Down by 8 points with less than a minute remaining and A.J. Hill hitting three foul shots to send it into overtime. We won it again in 2000 very convincingly. MM: Why did you end up leaving Peaster? DH: I was looking for a new challenge. Sometimes you need a challenge to recharge yourself. MM: Discuss your religious faith and how it has played a big role in who you are and the decisions you have made both inside and outside of coaching. DH: Coaching is all about team building and relationships and I believe that it’s a lot more important than what offense or defense you run. We believe in treating our players in a Christ-like manner. We are loving and forgiving but sometimes you have to use tough love and use hard discipline which is the hard part of coaching. We are tough on our players in that respect. Marcus fans are the best in the state MM: Reflecting on your coaching career, how would you like to be remembered by your fellow coaches? DH: As a guy who would always win or lose with dignity and class. I like coaching and it is not only a fraternity to me but a brotherhood. I respect the coaches I compete against and they are some of my closest friends. I have seen some coaches who won’t shake your hand after a game and it just puts you in a bad light. Those type of things stay with you because you are setting the example for your players and student body. MM: Who has had the greatest impact on your coaching career? DH: That is a tough question but I would have to say Larry Brown who was a mentor to me throughout my career. He is still always asking me questions about my decisions during games. I would definitely say Chester Story and Bob Mason at Austin College, Dan Knoll at White Oak and finally Tommy Atkins who was the track coach at White Oak when I went to high school. He was quite possibly the best coach I have ever been associated with at getting players to go beyond their limits. MM: Do you have any advice to those young coaches or youngsters thinking about a long coaching career? DH: You need to get a sound system that you believe in. If I have made any mistakes during my career and I’ve made a lot, it was changing my system. Don’t vary from your course. MM: Do you have any aspirations about coaching in college? DH: I am 49 and may be too old to coach at the next level. I am very excited about the coming season. This is the kind of team I love to coach. I just feel so blessed to get to coach this team. I want to enjoy this season and savor each moment because they are just a great group to be around. When I went to Marcus I knew we had two good freshmen and I thought by the time they were seniors we might have a chance to make it out of this region. Never in my wildest dreams did I think we would be able to travel to Austin over my first two seasons. MM: I met Danny Henderson for the first time in 1986 while I was the JV coach at Rockwall High School and he was the JV coach at McKinney High. The only thing that I remember from our two district encounters was that his team was not very talented but they played extremely hard. I also was impressed about how he conducted himself both during and after the game. He was hard and intense during the game but under control like a much more experienced coach. Our first meeting was not real memorable but I continued to keep up with Danny through Coach Story who was a good friend of mine. My next meeting with Danny was in 1999 in the spring at a small coaching clinic set up by Chester Story. In was held at one of the area high schools in a class room where everybody who wanted to could get up and share their basketball ideas with the other coaches. Danny was one of the speakers who talked about improving your basketball skills. I was so taken by his teaching styles and the way he got things across to the kids that I traveled to Peaster for a whole day and watched everything he did with his team and learned a great deal from the experience. He explained where he got his coaching tips and what he stressed in each drill. I was a coach at a 5A high school at the time and was thinking this guy is the best kept secret in the state. Well, he is a secret no longer to the coaching profession because he is recognized as one of the top coaches in the game. He has taken seven teams to Austin over his career and three different high schools and won three state championships with two different schools. He is in an elite group of coaches in state history who have taken multiple teams to Austin. But the best thing you can say about Danny is he is a credit to the profession and even a bigger credit to education. He and his team have Marcus High School and the Marcus community fired up with a spirit and tradition that has few rivals in the state. Can the Marauders make their third consecutive trip to Austin and become the first team since Kingwood in 2007 to travel to the Erwin Center three straight seasons? Can Coach Henderson’s team be the first 5A school to win titles back-to-back since Willowridge did it back in 2001? His track record would indicate that the Red and Black of Marcus High School will be the team to beat this season in class 5A. Special Delivery --continued from page 15 teams, seems to have grown with the program in four short seasons. “My first year here we were not very tall, so we played fast. We’ve gotten taller over the past few seasons.” She’s aware of the changes in the landscape of high school basketball, even in the smaller classifications. There are more opportunities for high school players (and younger) to improve their game outside of the school. “It’s more competitive now, especially with summer leagues and AAU. When I played there were usually one or two good schools in the area, but there are many more now.” And like the school and the new gym, Branson and the Lady Indians expect to be standing among them. to go through,” Smart said. “It’s a blessing. I thank God every day for it.” By early summer, Smart had offers from Kansas, North Carolina, Texas, Oklahoma, Baylor and others. He simply said, “I’m still seeking out the school that will fit me.” And what did he want those coaches to know about him? “About my game, it’s good but it can get better,” Smart replied. “About me, I’m a hardworking person and I’m just a competitor, and I just like to have fun.” Smart’s coach, Danny Henderson, commented, “I could write a book about what impresses me about Marcus Smart. As a player, he brings unmatched effort and leadership to every minute of every drill of every practice. He never takes a possession off and he won’t allow his teammates to coast. As a person, he treats everyone, from our ninth-grade B Team players to our managers, as his equal and he is incredibly humble about his achievements. Every teacher and student at Marcus High School loves him. I love him like a son.” A basketball player since second grade, following the lead of four older brothers, Smart also played football (receiver, safety) in middle school, where he briefly pursued theater arts and choir. Though he cut out most other activities when he entered high school, Smart still has one interest away from the court. “I’m in the science club,” Smart said. “We do a lot of things, we go to different schools and work with kids from fourth grade on up. I love kids, just to be around them makes me happy, to see them working and just having fun makes me proud of myself. Science club is a pretty fun experience.” On the court, Smart said he works to become his own player, not to imitate others. “There’s not one guy that I look at and say I want to be like,” he said. “There are a couple of guys that I do something similar to their type of game. Some say I have some similarities to Dwyane Wade, a little bit of LeBron. But I don’t want to be those guys. I want to be better than those guys.” Smart said he avidly watched this year’s NBA Finals and was delighted with the outcome. “A lot of people doubted the Mavs, but the Mavs had something to prove to people, and I’m glad they won,” Smart said with a smile. “You can put all these superstars on one team, and they can’t beat a group of guys that are willing to play together and give their heart for each other, for the man to the left and the right of them. And that’s what the Mavericks came out and did, showed that three people couldn’t beat one team.” And was he thinking of his own team? “Exactly, same kind of thing,” he emphasized. “Everyone thinks that Marcus Smart this … they don’t know, if it wasn’t for those guys to the left and the right of me, I wouldn’t be in the situation I am with all this attention, so my teammates are a huge part of my success. And I thank them, because they help me out a lot.” pressure on the players, but they’re used to it. It’s a good thing for them to face.” Branson, an Abilene Christian graduate who was an all-Lone Star Conference performer on two NCAA Division II playoff The Smart File --continued from page 3 Smart already has a legion of admirers on the Net, where he is rated a five-star recruit with a “great frame …. an explosive athlete….highly competitive on multiple levels….relentless…. one of the most unique players in all of high school basketball.” But after playing at 205 as a junior, the 6-4 Smart said he was going with Texas Assault to summer tournaments in Las Vegas and Phoenix at a heavily muscled 220 pounds. Not content to rely on dribble penetration and post-up moves, he said he was working hard on one part of his game: “My jump shot, to become more consistent with it. “Now a lot of defensive players are going to play off of me,” he predicted, “and in order for me to play at the next level I have to be able to hit that jump shot on a consistent basis to keep the defense honest. Fifteen foot and out. The 15-footers are the ones I really need to get because that’s a lost art of basketball. Everyone wants to shoot threes and make layups but can you knock the 15-footer down is the question.” Not only is Smart a fan of hard work, he also likes recruiting—which is fortunate, since he is in for a ton of it before signing day. “To have some of the top coaches talk to me personally, like Roy Williams of North Carolina, Bill Self of Kansas, Rick Barnes of Texas, it’s been a great experience for a kid of my age TexPreps Basketball | Page 17 TexPreps Basketball 6’3” 6’3” 6’2” 6’7” 6’7” Marcus Smart* D’Angelo Harrison J-Mychal Reese Thomas Gibson Sheldon McClellan 5’11” 6’2” 6’3” 6’4” 6’7 Phil Forte Chris Jones Toddrick Gotcher Rasheed Sulaimon Antwan Space 5’10” 6’1” 6’2” 6’3” 6’10” Deon Mtichell Deondre’ Logan Trey Demps Andrew Guillory Cameron Ridley 5’11” 6’3” 6’5” 6’7” 6’7” Curtis Davis Julian Lewis Terran Petteway LeBryan Nash* Jarion Henry 6’0” 6’4” 6’6” 6’6” 6’8” Madison Turner Dylan Cox Keaton Miles Jordan Williams Devonta Abron 6’1” 6’2” 5’11” 6’7” 6’9” Phillip Miller Travis Williams Austin Chatman Derek Griffin Adam Choplick 5’8” 6’3” 6’3” 6’2” 6’4” Kevin Wagner* Clarke Overlander Derrell Gibbs Clarence Willard Raymond Robinson 5’11” 6’4” 6’1” 6’6” 6’5” Ja’Lexius Davis DC Stallworth Willie Harper Jordan Van De Kop DaJuan Cooper 5’9” 6’1” 6’2” Luke Adams DJ Weathers Robert Watson TexPreps Basketball | Page 18 TexPreps 2011 Class 5A All-State Basketball Team 1st Team 14.2 Flower Mound Marcus 31.1 Fort Bend Dulles 28.3 Bryan 23.0 Cedar Hill 24.0 Houston Bellaire 2nd Team 17.1 Flower Mound Marcus 16.0 Garland Lakeview 16.5 Garland Lakeview 21.4 Houston Strake Jesuit 17.3 DeSoto 3rd Team 21.0 Pflugerville 15.0 San AntonioTaft 16.6 San Antonio Reagan 12.8 North Crowley 17.6 Fort Bend Bush TexPreps 2011 Class 4A All-State Basketball Team 1st Team 25.6 Dallas Woodrow Wilson 25.0 La Marque 19.0 Galveston Ball 21.6 Dallas Lincoln 14.8 Dallas Kimball 2nd Team 18.0 Boerne Champion 16.0 Cedar Park 14.2 Dallas Lincoln 19.1 Dallas Kimball 27.4 Seagoville 3rd Team 30.4 Dallas Carter 11.4 Fort Worth Arlington Heights 15.3 The Colony 14.8 Rosenberg Terry 16.4 Denton Ryan TexPreps 2011 Class 3A All-State Basketball Team 1st Team 18.1 Lubbock Estacado 13.7 Argyle 13.1 Burkburnett 15.4 Lubbock Estacado 16.0 Corpus Christi West Oso 2nd Team 26.1 Lufkin Hudson 24.2 Silsbee 15.0 Corpus Christi West Oso 23.2 Lindale 15.6 Kennedale 3rd Team 26.0 Big Spring 21.4 Mexia 16.0 West Oso Junior Senior Junior Senior Senior Junior Senior Senior Junior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Junior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Junior Senior Sophomore Senior Senior Junior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Junior Senior Senior Junior Senior All-State Teams 2011 by Mark McKee 6’2” 6’7” Jarard Graham Jonathan Jones 6’3” 6’2” 6’1” 6’4” 6’2” Luke Buckner Hondo Webb Horace McDaniel Riley Payne* Desmond Fite 6’2” 6’9” 6’2” 6’2” 6’3” Ronnel Jordan Forrest Robinson Zach Helmberger CJ Ervin Christian Wood-Dvorak 5’11” 6’4” 6’4” 6’0” 6’3” Jordan Young Antonio Chimney Aaron Ramirez Kendall Bell Dylan Starling 6’4” 6’5” 5’10” 5’10” 6’2” Kainon Irons* Dakota Rawls AJ Cantrell Johnny Gaines Reginald Davis 6’2” 6’3” 6’1” 6’3” 5’8” 6’1” 6’4” 6’2” 6’5” 6’5” Clayton Blount George Whittaker Dontral Houston Jacob Archa Andrew Hastings 3rd Team Kerwin Rawls 12.6 Bronte Adam Stark 15.0 Evadale Deven Murphy 16.0 Evadale Aubrie King 22.1 Mumford Lonnie Hurd 12.0 Paducah Texpreps 2011 Private School All-State Basketball Team 1st Team Julius Randle Plano Prestonwood Christian Isaiah Austin Arlington Grace Prep Christian Sanders* Houston St. Thomas Jamal Branch Arlington Grace Prep Zach Peters Plano Prestonwood Christian 2nd Team LJ Rose Houston Second Baptist Anthony Collins Houston Westbury Christian Delvin Dickerson Houston Westbury Christian Jonathan Holmes San Antonio Antonian Jake Kocker Austin St. Michaels * Player of the Year 6’9” 7’0” 6’3” 6’2” 6’9” 6’3” 6’1” 6’4” 6’8” 5’11” 14.6 Burkburnett 20.7 Henderson TexPreps 2011 Class 2A All-State Basketball Team 1st Team 16.8 Idalou 14.5 Melissa 14.5 Kountze 15.8 Idalou 19.0 Tatum 2nd Team 15.0 San Antonio Cole 22.5 Eastland 18.6 Melissa 20.5 Crockett 20.2 Hallettsville 3rd Team 17.1 Ponder 12.1 Crockett 23.6 Santa Rosa 14.6 Tatum 16.3 Tatum TexPreps 2011 Class 1A All-State Basketball Teeam 1st Team 26.1 Eula 20.2 Bronte 15.0 Paducah 20.5 Clarendon 20.8 Tenaha 2nd Team 22.0 Anton 17.3 Spurger 18.7 Waelder 16.1 Eula 13.0 Paducah Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Junior Senior Junior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Junior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Junior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior Junior Freshman Senior Soph Junior Junior Senior Junior Junior Senior Junior Senior Senior TexPreps Basketball | Page 19 COACH JOHNNY CARTER By Robert Cessna Sports Editor, The Eagle (Bryan-College Station) Former Madisonville boys basketball coach Johnny Carter is retired, but he’s still finding ways to give back to the game he loves and respects so much. Carter, who coached at his alma mater for 22 seasons, has been doing play-by-play radio broadcasts for Mustang football and basketball games for KMVL. Now, the articulate Carter has gone multi-media by writing a book on his first season as a coach. The book is entitled The First Season: The true story of how a rookie coach took a newly integrated team to a Texas state championship. As a 23-year-old fresh out of college, Carter was lucky enough to be hired as head coach at Kennard for the 1966-67 season. Kennard is a small East Texas town that’s always been short on money, but long on good, hard-working people. Carter found that out firsthand as he surprisingly won state despite his only coaching experience having been Little Leaguers. Adding to the Kennard Tigers’ story was integration. Carter was told by school officials that there probably would be opposition -- by both whites and blacks. Instead of troubles, Kennard went 42-4 in winning the school’s first state championship. Carter and Kennard capped the amazing season with a 51-47 victory over Krum, which, TexPreps Basketball | Page 20 along with Snook, is one of the state’s more fabled programs. Kennard had to beat Avoca and Plainview’s Booker T. Washington -- the first all-black team to play in the University Interscholastic League state tournament -- to reach the title game. Maybe the season’s most memorable game was a playoff victory over Avinger. The Tigers were able to overcome a double-digit deficit with full-court defensive pressure and a fastbreak offense that is commonplace in the game today, but was revolutionary back then and became Carter’s calling card. All those things added to the season’s intrigue, but what Carter relived with the book was the teamwork and dedication that made it possible. One of the players on that team, Herman Myers, called Carter about four years ago and urged his former coach to write the book. “He was our Jimmy Chitwood from Hoosiers,” Carter said. “He told me that he’d watched Hoosiers several times and in his opinion, our story was just as good as that story.” Carter agreed, but how would he do that? “I told him I wasn’t a writer,” Carter said. “And, I’m not a computer hound at all.” Carter decided it was a story that had to be told. So he started writing freehand on spiral notebooks -- “lots of them,” he added. He even used sticky notes. He’d write at school during his off period. He’d write at night after everyone else was asleep. He’d stop writing for a few days, then review what he’d done, thinking it wasn’t good enough. That inspired him to write better. Finally, after a few years, he’d reached the point where he thought he was done. But how would he turn those scribblings into a book? “Nobody could make out what I had done but me,” Carter said. Luckily, fellow churchgoer Missy Allen of Madisonville First United Methodist offered to do the typing. So Carter tape recorded his notes and Allen put them on paper. Another of his former players recommended Brown Books, a small company that specializes in first-time authors. Carter drove to Dallas and dropped off the manuscript. A few days later, they called saying they liked it, but had one problem -- it was too long. If anything, Carter thought it would be too short. “Are you kidding me?” Carter chuckled. “If I’d known that, I could have finished this book two years ago.” -continued on pg 23 TexPreps Basketball’s Compiled by Mark McKee Ranked Team POWER RANKINGS Record Power Advanced State Champions 5A Regional Semi 5A Regional Final 5A Regional Final 4A Regional Final 4A State Finals 5A State Champs TAPPS 4A State Finals 4A Regional Final 5A State Champions 4A State Final Tapps 4A Regional Quart. 5A Regional Semi 3A Regional Final 5A Regional Quart. 5A Regional Semi 5A State Semi Finals 5A Regional Semi 5A 2nd Round 5A State Semi Finals 4A State Semi-Finals 5A State Champion 3A 2nd Round 4A Regional Quart. 5A 2nd Round 3A Regional Quart. 5A Regional Quart. 5A Regional Semi 5A 1st Round 5A 1st Round 5A 2nd Round 5A 1st Round 5A Regional Quart. 5A Regional Semi 5A Regional Quart. 4A 1st Round 5A Regional Quarter. 4A Last Game #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #14 #15 #16 #17 #18 #19 #20 #21 #22 #23 #24 #25 #26 #27 #28 #29 #30 #31 #32 #33 #34 #35 #36 #37 Flower Mound Marcus 38-1 95.60 North Crowley 31-6 92.04 Cedar Hill 33-4 91.38 Galveston Ball 33-4 90.49 Dallas Lincoln 32-4 90.18 Garland Lakeview 37-2 90.10 Arlington Grace Prep 22-6 90.03 La Marque 33-5 89.87 Fort Bend Travis 33-6 89.30 Dallas Kimball 37-4 88.72 Houston Westbury Christian 37-2 87.83 San Antonio Reagan 30-6 87.63 Lubbock Estacado 34-2 87.52 DeSoto 36-4 87.43 Pflugerville 28-7 87.28 Spring Dekaney 31-6 86.93 San Antonio Taft 35-6 86.55 Katy Seven Lakes 32-9 86.38 Duncanville 26-7 84.08 Ft. Worth Arlington Heights 32-4 83.77 Fort Bend Hightower 29-8 83.69 Corpus Christi West Oso 33-3 83.00 Houston Yates 25-4 82.46 Fort Bend Elkins 31-7 82.45 Kennedale 30-3 82.44 Austin High 30-4 81.33 Killeen Harker Heights 28-7 81.20 Houston Madison 24-8 80.43 Fort Bend Bush 20-9 80.21 Houston Strake Jesuit 26-4 79.68 San Antonio Churchill 31-6 79.59 South Grand Praire 23-9 79.25 Colleyville Hertiage 27-8 78.90 The Woodlands 33-4 78.88 Ft. Worth Trimble Tech 29-6 78.67 Converse Judson 24-11 78.59 Houston Jones 28-6 78.56 def. Garland Lakeview 40-38 Loss Flower Mound Marcus 43-49 Loss Flower Mound Marcus 38-46 Loss La Marque 56-58 Loss Dallas Kimball 42-51 Loss Flower Mound Marcus 38-40 def. Houston Westbury Christian42-37 Loss Dallas Kimball 64-78 Loss Fort Bend Hightower 47-55 def. La Marque 78-64 Loss Arlington Grace Prep 37-42 Loss San Antonio MacArthur 52-57 Loss Burkburnett 62-71 Loss Garland Lakeview 50-54 Loss The Woodlands 59-68 Loss DeSoto 58-76 Loss Garland Lakeview 77-87 Loss Fort Bend Travis 51-55 Loss Flower Mound Marcus 50-56 Loss La Marque 61-72 Loss Flower Mound Marcus 41-53 def. Burkburnett 61-57 Loss La Marque 91-102 Loss Fort Bend Hightower 29-47 Loss Burkburnett 71-76 Loss Spring Dekaney 50-65 Loss Garland Lakeview 62-84 Loss Fort Bend Hightower 64-78 Loss League City Clear Springs 48-57 Loss Houston Lamar 55-56 Loss San Antonio Taft 47-57 Loss Colleyville Heritage 63-70 Loss Cedar Hill 54-55 Loss Garland Lakeview 64-67 Loss The Colony 53-69 Loss San Antonio MacArthur 54-56 Loss Galveston Ball 70-74 #38 #39 #40 Dallas Woodrow Wilson 27-7 77.20 Regional Quarter. 4A Loss Dallas Kimball Tyler John Tyler 26-4 76.97 Regional Quarter. 4A Loss Jacksonville Dallas South Oak Cliff 20-1076.63 Regional Quarter. 4A Loss Dallas Lincoln 57-62 47-56 78-85 * Powers Ratings are based on a team’s entire season not just the playoffs. Early season victories coun the same as late season games. TexPreps Basketball | Page 21 Get relief and accelerated healing for ..... 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The Wellness Pro dispenses a bioelectrotherapy that scientists report as capable of significantly shortening the recovery time athletes can expect to endure following an injury. “In the 27 years as an athletic trainer, I have never seen such results when treating student athletes,” says Felix Chavez, who is a licensed athletic trainer with the Crane Independent School District in West Texas. “I have been very lucky to have worked at various levels in athletic training, and I have seen many modalities but none like the device offered by Finally Pain Free.” Chavez and other trainers claim the device allows them to control the swelling of their athletes, which, in turn, mitigates pain. “This season (our) hand injuries have had minimal if any swelling,” Chavez continues. “Some of these sprains in the past would put (our athletes) several weeks in(to) treatment and rehab. 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She suffered from a degenerative disc disorder; and after many steroid shots, had been told by several doctors that nothing else could be done to alleviate what Murphree describes as “excruciating pain.” Doctors prescribed heavy narcotics for Murphree, but they proved to have little impact and, according to her, produced “terrible side effects.” Then she tried using Finally Pain Free’s Wellness Pro device. “Within 10 days, I was amazed how my life had changed. I was up doing things that I had not been able to do in a year…At 80 years old, I take care of many of my medical needs with use of this device.” And now, after so many years of needless suffering, Murphree claims she is finally pain free. COACH JOHNNY CARTER -continued from pg 20 That’s when Coach Carter became a journalist. They wanted him to trim 50 percent. “So, I started whittling away,” Carter said. “The first part wasn’t that hard. The second part was a little harder and the last 10-15 percent was almost impossible.” He resubmitted it and the book company liked it even more. “Then they said, ‘It’s still too lengthy,’” said Carter, who told them the final cuts would be theirs, not his. But they eliminated things Carter deemed too important. “We went round and round,” Carter said. “Finally, we ended up with something that I felt pretty good with.” It was a difficult, time-consuming project, but also very rewarding. He looked at scrapbooks and newspaper clippings, and talked to the players. It jogged his memory, allowing him to tell the story better. That was good because he wanted more than just a rehash of games. He wanted to accent personalities. “It was an ordeal for me, but I wanted to tell the story in my way, about how it came about,” Carter said. And the story goes back further than Kennard. Carter had the luxury of playing for a community that loves basketball. Carter had a great high school career, but never made it to the state tournament. Madisonville lost to the eventual state champion in Carter’s last two seasons. Madisonville lost two out of three to Huntington in 1960. The Mustangs beat Huntington handily in Madisonville, but lost by one point in Lufkin, then by one point in Nacogdoches. Carter missed a shot from the corner at the end of Game 3. “I live with that forever,” Carter said. Then as a senior, Carter and Madisonville played legendary Buna with head coach Cotton Robinson at G. Rollie White. “They were 41-0 when we played them,” Carter said. “But I thought we were the better team. We had the better athletes. We were quicker.” But Carter admitted that Buna had something much bigger -- the mystique and tradition that produced seven state championships from 1954 to 1963. He understood that more after the dream season at Kennard, realizing how special it is when a coach, players and community form a bond. “They were farm boys who saw basketball as a break,” Carter said. “It was the first year of integration, and there were problems in society, but not in Kennard. The team unified the community. All they saw was purple, the color of our jerseys. “It’s all about what small-school basketball is.” And now because of the book, Carter and Kennard are still reaping rewards. He sold some books at the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches convention in San Antonio in April. His first official book signing, at the request of the players, was last month at Kennard. He’s also had a book signing in Huntsville and plans to come to Bryan-College Station. Myers has been Carter’s best salesman. He’s working on his third case of books. * Carter and Kennard weren’t through after beating Krum. Kennard beat Friendswood 6449 for the Class B title in 1968, then won the Class A title in 1970 with a 72-64 victory over Clarendon. Carter had a Hall of Fame-type career. His teams were 903-241. He coached for seven seasons at McLennan Community College. In 1980, McLennan defeated Kilgore 169-165 in the highest-scoring game in the history of basketball. He was an assistant at Oklahoma for two seasons and then took Madisonville to the playoffs 16 times, including being the 3A state runner-up in 1995. No matter where Carter coached, his teams were pressing and running. He substituted five at a time, seemingly every 50 seconds or so. He also would kick the bleacher behind him with his boots if something didn’t go the way he thought it should. Every few seasons, Madisonville gladly replaced the bleacher behind the personable Carter. Now, he’s killing more trees, but for an even better cause. TexPreps Basketball | Page 23 TexPreps Basketball | Page 24 TOP 0 5 BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYERS IN THE STATE OF TEXAS Compiled by Mark McKee 1st Team 7’0” 6’4” 6’8” 6’1” 6’5” Isaiah Austin Marcus Smart Julius Randle J’Mychal Reese Andrew Harrison 6th Team Arlington Grace Prep 2012 Flower Mound Marcus 2012 Plano Prestonwood Christian 2013 Bryan 2012 Fort Bend Travis 2013 6’3” Christian Sanders 6’10” Leonard Allen 6’5” E.J Reed 6’4” Delvin Dickerson 6’2” Travis Williams Houston St. Thomas 2012 Round Rock 2013 Mesquite 2012 Houston Westbury Christian 2012 Fort Worth Arlington Heights 2012 2nd Team 6’10” Cameron Ridley 6’9” Shaquille Cleare 6’4” Rasheed Sulaimon 6’5” Keith Frazier 6’3” L.J. Rose Fort Bend Bush Houston The Village School Houston Strake Jesuit Irving Houston Westbury Christian 7th Team 2012 2012 2012 2013 2012 6’9” 6’8” 6’5” 6’5” 5’10” Chad Rykhoek Arlington Grace Prep Maurice Letcher-EllisHouston Yates Trey Guidry Houston St. Pius Damseon Dotson Houston Yates Shannon Lilly Dallas Kimball 3rd Team 6’8” Chris Washburn 6’9” Zach Peters 6’5” Aaron Harrison 6’2” Charles Hill Jr. 5’10” Phil Forte 8th Team South Grand Prairie 2012 Plano Prestonwood Christian 2012 Fort Bend Travis 2013 Fort Worth Trimble Tech 2012 Flower Mound Marcus 2012 6’8” 6’9” 6’6” 6’5” 6’0” Aaron Durley Jeremy King Zach LeDay Clyde Santee D.J. Griggs Fort Bend Bush Houston St. Thomas Dallas Skyline Houston Yates Freeport Brazosport 4th Team 6’10” Prince Ibeh 6’7” Derrick Griffin 6’4” Matt Jones 6’3” Niem Stevenson 6’2” Jason Mason Garland Naaman Forest Rosenberg Terry DeSoto Carrollton Ranchview Ennis Kendall Harris Jordan Mickey Kyle Wilson Tyrone Swoopes David Allen Richardson Berkner Richardson Berkner Fort Worth Dunbar Whitewright Dallas Highland Park 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 9th Team 2012 2013 2013 2012 2012 6’8” 6’7” 6’3” 6’5” 5’8” 5th Team 6’2” 6’7” 6’7” 6’5” 6’1” 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 Nick Banyard Derail Green Jelon Hornbeak Clarke Overlander Trey Pinkney Flower Mound Marcus Houston Klein Forest Arlington Grace Prep Argyle Katy Seven Lakes 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 10th Team 2013 2013 2013 2013 2012 6’9” 6’8” 6’5” 6’2” 6’1” Connor Lammert Randy White Daniel House Charles Drew Ryan Bowie San Antonio Churchill Frisco High Fort Bend Hightower Azle Lewisville 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 TexPreps Basketball | Page 25 TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 5A BOYS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Flower Mound Marcus—The Marauders were named an overwhelming state favorite after last year’s title run. Katy Seven Lakes—Spartans return four starters and 10 seniors to a regional semifinalist that will battle to reach Austin. Fort Bend Travis—Tigers advanced to the regional final and should again be among the best if it survives one tough district. Fort Bend Bush—See what we mean about this district? University of Texas commit Cameron Ridley leads the charge. DeSoto—Eagles rolled to the regional final against Garland Lakeview and as always will be dangerous despite graduating three starters. San Antonio Churchill—Chargers return nine players including two-time all-region Scott Mammel. Houston Strake Jesuit—Talented district MVP Rasheed Sulaimon is back to guide a 26-4/13-1 powerhouse. Richardson Berkner—There is so much young junior talent on Rod Wright’s team it is ridiculous. North Crowley—It would be foolish to bet against the tradition of Tommy Brakel’s talented Panthers. The Woodlands—Highlanders reached the regional semis against Garland Lakeview and return newcomer of the year Garrett Colonna. DISTRICT 1-5A EL PASO MONTWOOD RAMS—Coach: Tony Harper. 201011: 25-7/14-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Andrew Ramirez; 5-11 Jr. Anthony Davis; 5-11 Jr. Chris Gamboa; 5-6 Jr. Ruben Lopez; 6-9 Sr. Joey Martinez. GAME: It was more like old times as Montwood advanced to the area round against Arlington Bowie one year after missing the post-season. EL PASO AMERICAS TRAILBLAZERS—Coach: Michael Brooks (205-137). 2010-11: 26-7/14-2. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Adam Tinoco; 6-4 Sr. Adrian Infante; 5-10 Sr. Angelo Cigarroa; 6-1 Sr. Deshawn Washington; 6-2 Sr. Damon Huhta; 6-1 Sr. Emerson Ramirez. GAME: Americas advanced to the area round against North Crowley but must replace El Paso Times player of the year Tevin Caldwell. EL PASO FRANKLIN COUGARS—Coach: Carl Bailey. 201011: 26-9/11-5. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Ace Vargas; 6-0 Sr. John Bohle; 6-1 Jr. Renato Torres; 6-1 Sr. Felix Obi. GAME: Franklin advanced to the regional quarterfinals against North Crowley. The Cougars will need to replenish, though, following the graduation of nine seniors. EL PASO EASTWOOD TROOPERS—Coach: Gary Pippen. 2010-11: 25-9/11-5. NAMES: Jr. Richie Esparza; Sr. Sam Sanchez; Jr. Miguel Perez; Jr. Adrian Hernandez; Jr. Tony Ruvalcalba; Sr. James Shukitt. GAME: Eastwood advanced to bi-district against Lubbock Coronado for the second consecutive season. The Troopers finished at 11-5 in league play also for the second consecutive year but must now find replacements for eight graduated seniors. EL PASO HANKS KNIGHTS—Coach: Manny Flores. 2010-11: 8-21/2-14. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Carlos Delgado; 5-9 Jr. Josh Velasquez; 6-1 Sr. Danny Ortega; 6-2 Sr. Damon Burkett; 5-10 Sr. Christian Velasquez; 5-8 Sr. Andrew Marquez; 6-3 Sr. Aaron Castellanos; 5-10 Jr. Sean McGinnis; 5-10 Soph. Andy Arias; 5-9 Sr. Eric Rodriguez; 6-2 Sr. Charlie Ochoa; 6-4 Jr. Chris Thummel; 6-3 Sr. Joe Villa. GAME: Hanks missed the post-season and slid to 2-14 in district one year after fashioning a 10-6 league mark. It was a very young Knights team that took the court, though, one that did not include any seniors on the roster. Look for a more experienced and game-tested club this year. EL PASO CORONADO THUNDERBIRDS—Coach: Peter Morales. 2010-11: 18-11/8-8. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Paul Pounds; 5-11 Sr. Alan Garrido; 6-1 Jr. Mat Viramontes; 6-3 Sr. George Chidiac; 5-9 Sr. Will Wakefield; 6-2 Sr. Cory Fruithandler; 6-2 Sr. Aaron Lopez; 6-2 Sr. Ethan Reiter. GAME: Coach Morales moves over from Socorro to take over a program that improved by five games in district play. EL PASO SOCORRO BULLDOGS—Coach: Tom Gamboa. 2010-11: 13-17/5-11. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Ramon Celis-Sanchez; 5-7 Sr. Victor Ramirez; 6-2 Sr. Robert Pena; 5-9 Sr. Alexis Luna; 6-1 Sr. Jose Melendez; 6-2 Sr. Elias Rubio; 6-3 Sr. Julian Saucedo. GAME: Socorro improved from a winless district season to notch five victories and also welcomes Coach Gamboa. EL PASO EL DORADO AZTECS—Coach: Raul Lopez. 201011: 10-18/3-13. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Rene Esparza. TexPreps Basketball | Page 26 GAME: El Dorado missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and among the team’s graduated losses is dynamic football/basketball talent M.J. McFarland. EL PASO BEL AIR HIGHLANDERS—Coach: Rob Dibler. 201011: 12-16/4-12. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Ralph Medina; 5-6 Sr. Andre Frigyes; 6-1 Jr. Isaiah Gallegos. GAME: Bel Air went 4-12 in league play for the second consecutive year. Highlanders graduated a whopping 11 seniors from the roster and will be much younger this year. DISTRICT 2-5A LUBBOCK CORONADO MUSTANGS—Coach: Randy Dean. 2010-11: 15-16/5-3. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Craig Grossman; 6-3 Jr. Tyler Thorne, 10.7 ppg.; Sr. Stephen Hazuka; 6-0 Jr. Christian O’Neal, 9 ppg. GAME: Coronado advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Arlington Bowie despite losing most of the starting lineup the previous year. There are plenty of weapons to build around this year, including Avalanche-Journal allSouth Plains first team pick O’Neal as well as second teamers Thorne and Grossman. O’Neal was also the district newcomer of the year. AMARILLO SANDIES—Coach: Jason Pillion. 2010-11: 2110/6-2. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Jacob Dawson, 7 ppg., 2.5 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Ashton Tillman, 8 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Luke Gossett, 4.5 ppg.; 6-0 Jr. Gabe Rodriguez, 5 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Keeler Dunavin, 4 ppg., 3.5 rpg. GAME: Amarillo advanced to bi-district against El Paso Franklin. Sandies return 11 players to the roster and will again be strong. Team will lack size inside and must rebound as a group. This is a very perimeter heavy club that needs to utilize its ability to pass the ball and hit shots. Dawson was first team all-district while Tillman was on the second team. AMARILLO TASCOSA REBELS—Coach: Steve Jackson. 201011: 15-13/5-3. NAMES: Sr. Demeco Blue; Sr. Rashondric Sheppard; 5-11 Sr. Lamar Britton; 6-7 Sr. Jim Ausbie; 6-2 Jr. Avery Elkins; 6-2 Sr. Francis Aguirre. GAME: Tascosa advanced to bi-district against El Paso Americas and welcomes a new coaching staff and inherits first team all-district performers Blue and Britton. LUBBOCK HIGH WESTERNERS—Coach: Jesus Arenas Jr (1414). 2010-11: 14-14/1-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Isaac Rodriguez, 9.6 ppg., 2.7 rpg., 1.6 apg.; 6-0 Jr. Braden Frullo, 1.3 ppg., 1 rpg.; John Frullo. GAME: The Westerners will field a quick but inexperienced team paced by second team Avalanche-Journal all-South Plains performer Rodriguez. LUBBOCK MONTEREY PLAINSMEN—Coach: David Chapman. 2010-11: 19-13/3-5. GAME: Monterey advanced to bi-district against El Paso Montwood but graduated a wealth of all-district seniors including Luke Davis, Alex Harrison and Aaron Garza. DISTRICT 3-5A ODESSA PERMIAN PANTHERS—Coach: Danny Wright. 2010-11: 4-16/3-9. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Jorrion Wilson; 5-11 Sr. Dominique Krumnow; 5-11 Sr. Devin Stricklin; 5-10 Sr. Kristopher Miller; 6-2 Jr. Juwan McGee; 6-4 Jr. Keouvion McCalop; 6-2 Jr. Shawn Pierce. GAME: Permian will vie for a district title this year after failing to make the playoffs last season. Watch for first team all-district Stricklin to have a huge senior season with help from second teamers Wilson and Krumnow. SAN ANGELO CENTRAL BOBCATS—Coach: Jaime Boswell. 2010-11: 16-15/4-8. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Reggie Sutton, 19.4 ppg.; 5-6 Jr. Adrian Neira; 6-3 Sr. Deon Morgan; 6-0 Sr. Hunter Kinyon; 6-0 Soph. Chase Mason; 6-5 Soph. Brock Barger; 5-6 Jr. Kevann Coney; Jr. Rey Pedersen; Jr. Zach Whitlock; Jr. Justin Saddler. GAME: Sutton is one of the most impressive players in West Texas and a first team all-district pick leading the team in his senior season. Also watch for second teamers Morgan and Neira to come up big with help from honorable mention nods Coney, Pedersen, Whitlock, Saddler and Mason. MIDLAND BULLDOGS—Coach: Justin Hardin. 2010-11: 1912/10-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Harley Davis; 6-3 Sr.T.J. Brown; 6-2 Sr. Donovan Lee; 5-10 Sr. Jacolby Jeffries; 6-2 Sr. Brandon Wright; 6-1 Soph. Mazele Justice; 6-2 Sr. Stevie Rhodes; 6-1 Sr. Sean Matchus. GAME: Midland advanced to bi-district against Arlington Martin. Bulldogs must replace graduated district MVP and team captain Mercedes Lane and will attempt to do so with first team all-district Brown. ABILENE COOPER COUGARS—Coach: Marc Case (389164). 2010-11: 13-18/7-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Derrick Randle, 14.7 ppg., 5.7 rpg., 3.8 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Dante Lowry, 8.6 ppg., 4.8 rpg., 4.9 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Darrell Brown, 10.8 ppg., 9.3 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Kristian Brown, 2.7 ppg., 2.7 rpg., 1.2 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Quelan Lancaster, 3.4 ppg., 4.8 rpg.; 6-2 Soph. Lorenzo Joe. GAME: Cooper advanced to bi-district against Arlington Bowie. Cougars return three starters and seven lettermen, including first team Reporter-News Super Team Randle and second teamers Lowry and Darrell Brown. Lowry was district newcomer of the year while Randle and Brown were first team all-district. There is a nice blend of youth and experience and good overall size. MIDLAND LEE REBELS—Coach: Mark Coffman. 2010-11: 13-16/6-6. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Tray Collins; 5-9 Sr. Ray Douglas. GAME: Lee advanced to bi-district against North Crowley and looks to replace a whopping 11 graduated seniors from the roster. Collins will lead the Rebels following a second team all-district season. ODESSA BRONCHOS—Coach: James Johnson. 2010-11: 18-12/10-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Brian Brewster; Jr. Aaron McMaryion. GAME: Odessa advanced to bi-district against Arlington, in the process turning around a 3-15 district record from the previous year. McMaryion was named district defensive player of the year. ABILENE EAGLES—Coach: Brian Woodard. 2010-11: 4-25/2-10. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Terrell Savala; Jr. Nate Estrada; 5-11 Sr. Antonio Estrada, 9.4 ppg. GAME: Antonio Estrada was a second team Reporter-News Super Team and first team all-district pick and among his scoring prowess shot a hot 44 percent from three point range. DISTRICT 4-5A NORTH CROWLEY PANTHERS—Coach: Tommy Brakel (38768). 2010-11: 31-6/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Taylor Luster, 5.4 ppg., 1.7 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Braxton Reeves, 8.2 ppg., 2.6 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Calvin Ward, 5.4 ppg., 3.3 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Jalen President, 2.8 ppg., 1.9 rpg.; 6-6 Sr. Quinton Moncrief, 2.4 ppg., 1.6 rpg. GAME: North Crowley advanced to the regional semifinals against Flower Mound Marcus. Panthers graduated a senior class that saw the program go 135-18 with four consecutive undefeated district titles, four consecutive regional tournament appearances and a state championship in the 2007-08 season. This is a program built on tradition and consistency and this year’s team wants to prove it is worthy of carrying the torch. Panthers need to replace graduated district MVP Andrew Guillory and three other first team alldistrict seniors and will call on first team all-district Reeves as well as second teamers Ward and Luster. ARLINGTON MARTIN WARRIORS—Coach: Jeff Plemons. 2010-11: 17-14/8-6. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Myles Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Cameron Ashton; 6-0 Sr. RJ Salter; 5-10 Sr. Austin Durham; 6-5 Sr. Devonte Fields. GAME: Martin advanced to the area round against Lubbock Coronado and welcomes back first team all-district Johnson to a program that believes it has now turned the corner and established itself as a team to be regarded as playoff-worthy. ARLINGTON LAMAR VIKINGS—Coach: Zachary Burks. 2010-11: 18-14/7-7. NAMES: Jr. Kordell Eilts. GAME: Vikings lose valuable 6-8 height with the graduation of Cannen Cunningham but return quality youth in cosophomore of the year Eilts. FORT WORTH PASCHAL PANTHERS—Coach: Ed King. 201011: 10-20/3-11. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Ryan Fees; 6-1 Sr. Luke Myers; 5-11 Sr. McKinley Love; 5-9 Sr. Cameron Stanfill; 6-5 Sr. Scott Smith; 6-0 Jr. John Ray; 6-6 Sr. Ben Dierker; 6-3 Sr. Adam Ruffu; 6-9 Sr. Trey Watts. GAME: Panthers return some talent as well as strong numbers. Watts, Dierker and Smith also bring some height going from 6-5 to 6-9. Fees placed on the second team alldistrict squad. ARLINGTON BOWIE VOLUNTEERS—Coach: Allen Gratts. 2010-11: 24-11/10-4. NAMES: Jr. Jeremy Senglin. GAME: Bowie advanced to the regional semifinals for the second consecutive year, this time against Cedar Hill, and as always will be a difficult out. Watch for co-sophomore of the year Senglin to take on a heightened role as the only underclassman on last year’s varsity roster that was basically wiped out by graduation. ARLINGTON COLTS—Coach: David Clyde. 2010-11: 2511/10-4. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Brandon Bell; 6-3 Jr. Wynston Canterbury; 6-1 Jr. Devawn Anderson; Sr. Tim Ochola; 6-5 Jr. Gustavo Alvarado. GAME: Arlington was another team out of this district that caught fire and reached the area round against El Paso Franklin. Colts will be needing to find some of the returnees to take up the slack for graduated all-district performers Zach Nelson and Sheldon Bailey. ARLINGTON SAM HOUSTON TEXANS—Coach: Donte Wilson. 2010-11: 3-25/0-14. NAMES: Soph. Wendale Washington. GAME: Sam Houston missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. There is young talent on board with conewcomer of the year Washington. WEATHERFORD KANGAROOS—Coach: Terry Ferguson (228-265). 2010-11: 12-17/4-10. NAMES: Sr. Micah Blanton; 5-11 Sr. Josh Cox; 6-4 Sr. Nick Farmer. GAME: Kangaroos graduated a first team all-district talent in Shawn Houlihan and will turn to second team all-district Cox for extra production with help from all-Parker County honorable mention Blanton. DISTRICT 5-5A DUNCANVILLE PANTHERS—Coach: Eric McDade. 2010-11: 26-7/12-2. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Keric Wynn; 6-0 Soph. Davontae Bailey. GAME: Duncanville advanced to the area round against Flower Mound Marcus for the second consecutive season. The Panthers were racked by graduation with nine of last year’s 11 varsity players moving on. Still, expect this team to be knocking on the district title door in February with young talent ready to surface. CEDAR HILL LONGHORNS—Coach: Tim Thomas (308-103). 2010-11: 33-4/13-1. NAMES: Sr. Zeldric King. GAME: Cedar Hill advanced to the regional final against Flower Mound Marcus. Longhorns will be seeking to replace graduated and decorated senior Thomas Gipson and will dial the number of first team all-district King. SOUTH GRAND PRAIRIE WARRIORS—Coach: Brandon Bennett (38-23). 2010-11: 23-9/10-4. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Javon Austin, 6 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Tyler Jacobs, 7 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-8 Sr. Chris Washburn, 14 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Jaryn Johnson, 5 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Ben Emelogu, 4 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: South Grand Prairie advanced to bi-district against Colleyville Heritage. Warriors return three starters and will also have a group of sophomores and freshmen that gained key experience last season. Washburn was first team alldistrict. MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW WOLVES—Coach: Duane Gregory. 2010-11: 16-16/6-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Brandon Pye, 18 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-8 Sr. McWisdom Badejo; 6-2 Jr. Jaylan Barnes. GAME: Timberview returns some solid pieces from last year’s squad and has some talented sub-varsity players looking to make the jump to the varsity level. This combination should make the Wolves very competitive in this rugged district. Barnes was co-sophomore of the year while Pye was first team all-district. MANSFIELD LEGACY BRONCOS—Coach: Marchie Murdock (89-45). 2010-11: 19-13/9-5. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Marchie Murdock, Jr. GAME: Legacy advanced to bi-district against Richland and returns a number of weapons to compete at the top of this district. Murdock was co-sophomore of the year and one to watch. MANSFIELD TIGERS—Coach: Richie Alfred (407-307). 2010-11: 11-18/3-11. GAME: Mansfield failed to make the playoffs after advancing the previous year. MIDLOTHIAN PANTHERS—Coach: Glenn Hartson (197178). 2010-11: 4-23/2-12. GAME: Panthers will need to replace graduated first team all-district Derrick Agbaraji. GRAND PRAIRIE GOPHERS—Coach: Tom Inman. 2010-11: 5-22/1-13. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Marcus Mathieu; 6-7 Sr. Kelvin Downs; 5-7 Sr. Jalen Bennings. GAME: Gophers had a rough season but still showed improvement over the previous year in Coach Inman’s debut in leading the team. DISTRICT 6-5A RICHLAND REBELS—Coach: Richard Bacon. 2010-11: 246/15-1. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Kris Brown; 6-5 Sr. Troy Ward; Jr. Leyton Hammonds. GAME: Richland advanced to the area round against Lewisville. Hammonds will lead this district favorite after being named newcomer of the year while Brown was first team all-district. COLLEYVILLE HERITAGE PANTHERS—Coach: Stephen Hamrick (55-40). 2010-11: 28-8/14-2. NAMES: Jr. Colten Gober; Sr. Alberto Ortiz; Sr. Nash Nelson; Sr. Thomas Brandsma. GAME: Heritage advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Cedar Hill and welcomes a new coaching staff. Gober was named to the first team all-district roster as a freshman and is a main reason this team is one of the league favorites. HURST L.D. BELL BLUE RAIDERS—Coach: Willie Henderson. 2010-11: 11-22/8-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Derrick Applon; 5-10 Jr. Garrett Hammonds; 6-5 Jr. Marcus Dixon; 6-2 Jr. Sydney Daley. GAME: Bell advanced to bi-district against Cedar Hill. Three starters (all started as sophomores) and six lettermen return for a team trying to make the playoffs for the fifth consecutive season. Watch for second team all-district Daley. IRVING TIGERS—Coach: Steven Perry. 2010-11: 20-13/12-4. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Keith Frazier. GAME: Irving advanced to bi-district against Duncanville and has one of the state’s up-and-coming best in Frazier, the district offensive player of the year. IRVING MACARTHUR CARDINALS—Coach: Toby Martin. 2010-11: 14-17/7-9. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Tavarius Shine, 12 ppg., 7.4 rpg. 1.9 bpg.; 6-3 Sr. Jamoree Green, 6.9 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Jordan Woods, 5 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Devonte Willis. GAME: MacArthur finished fifth last year in a nine-team district and only lose two players. Experience should be key to a stronger finish. Shine was voted first team all-district as a sophomore. GRAPEVINE MUSTANGS—Coach: Kevin Starnes (55-35). 2010-11: 9-23/5-11. NAMES: 6-10 Sr. Jared Lowe, 9.2 ppg., 5.4 rpg., 2.5 bpg.; 6-4 Sr. Trevor Tellin, 1.4 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Alex Greisen, 3.4 ppg., 2.8 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Kaleb Castro, 3.9 ppg., 3 apg. GAME: Grapevine will be young with only four returning lettermen on the roster and with a new coach in Kevin Starnes. Team is built around speed and toughness with great team leadership. Post Lowe will be the centerpiece to the success of the team. He has progressed greatly over the last three years and is ready to take over as the dominant post presence in the district. With a high pressure, uptempo style of play, the Mustangs are gearing towards a successful season with the new coaching staff. EULESS TRINITY TROJANS—Coach: Mark Villines. 2010-11: 15-17/6-10. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Mike Udume, 10 ppg.; 6-2 Soph. Adrian Wong; 6-7 Soph. Myles Turner; 6-1 Jr. Maurice White. GAME: Trinity needs to replace nine seniors. Team will be very young and inexperienced, but will have a ton of potential for the next few years.There is a good crop of incoming sophomores and juniors. IRVING NIMITZ VIKINGS—Coach: Joel Donalson. 2010-11: 9-23/4-12. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Josh Moore, 8.4 ppg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 6-5 Sr. Tre Baldwin, 22 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Brant Adkins, 6.5 ppg., 2.1 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Blake Trigg, 7.1 ppg., 3.4 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Terrence Gray, 6.1 ppg., 4.2 rpg., 1.1 spg. GAME: Nimitz has gotten to the point where the team is competitive, but Coach Stroy believes this year is when the team learns how to win. HALTOM BUFFALOS—Coach: Cornelius Mitchell. 2010-11: 6-19/2-14. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Shaqui Burden, 9 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Cole Edwards; 6-3 Sr. Deonte Thomas; 5-8 Jr. Jacob Cardona. GAME: Haltom will have very few seniors and a big junior class is expected to lead the team. Five of the juniors earned varsity letters and will be asked to make a bigger contribution as seniors. DISTRICT 7-5A COPPELL COWBOYS—Coach: Brad Chasteen (504-270). 2010-11: 28-7/13-1. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Austin Mankin; 6-6 Sr. Jett Raines; 6-0 Sr. Warren Oishi. GAME: Coppell advanced to the area round against Colleyville Heritage. Cowboys should set the pace in this district behind district co-MVP Raines and second team alldistrict Oishi. KELLER CENTRAL CHARGERS—Coach: Kit Pehl (103-118). 2010-11: 17-16/6-8. NAMES: 6-8 Sr. Schuyler Ferris, 10 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Warren Sledge, 9.2 ppg., 2.4 rpg., 5.3 apg., 1.2 spg.; 6-9 Sr. Joel Bolomboy, 9.9 ppg., 8.5 rpg., 1.1 bpg.; 6-3 Sr. Joel Engulu, 6.9 ppg., 4.4 rpg. GAME: Central returns five players who played significant roles last year. Bolomboy and Sledge were first team alldistrict talents while Engulu and Ferris notched honorable mention recognition. Chargers also have three juniors who as sophomores saw playing time at the varsity level which provides the team with eight players with varsity experience. SOUTHLAKE CARROLL DRAGONS—Coach: Jon Youngblood (407-257). 2010-11: 19-13/9-5. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Max Berman; 5-11 Jr. Ray Crockett; 6-1 Sr. Clay Youngblood; 6-9 Jr. Brett Jolly; 5-10 Sr. Corey Kemp. GAME: Carroll advanced to bi-district against Plano West. After losing a core group of seniors, Dragons will have a group that will look completely different, but will definitely compete. Guard play should be solid with Berman, Crockett, Youngblood and Kemp returning. Jolly at post could have a breakout year. Crockett was sophomore of the year while Berman and Jolly were first team all-district JUSTIN NORTHWEST TEXANS—Coach: Mike Hatch (450250). 2010-11: 24-11/8-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Parrish Smith, 8.9 ppg.; 6-0 Sr. Peri James, TexPreps Basketball | Page 27 5A 8.3 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 5.1 apg.; 6-6 Jr. Todd Christensen, 7.7 ppg., 8.3 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Orlando Byrd, 4.1 ppg. GAME: Texans return seven lettermen to a team that will be solid on defense and has plenty of athleticism. James garnered first team all-district recognition while Smith was on the second team. Jordan Mickey DENTON GUYER WILDCATS—Coach: Richardson Berkner Trey Watts. 2010-11: 8-20/2-12. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Zach Willard; 6-5 Jr. Justin Griffin; 6-7 Sr. Andrew William; 6-0 Soph. Miles Crawford; 6-5 Soph. Josh Jordan. GAME: Wildcats possess good height. This is a young team that will need to improve quickly to compete in this 5A district. KELLER FOSSIL RIDGE PANTHERS—Coach: Zack Myers. 2010-11: 19-13/8-6. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Brandon Conley; 6-2 Sr. Nate Jackson; 5-5 Sr. Jordan Scheidegger; 6-0 Sr. Ja’vonte Dansby; 5-10 Sr. Thai Ho; 6-1 Soph. Ryan Parker; 6-3 Sr. Aaron Curry. GAME: Fossil Ridge advanced to bi-district against Flower Mound Marcus and will call on second team all-district Conley for more success. KELLER INDIANS—Coach: Randall Durant. 2010-11: 189/10-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Kenny Ferguson; 6-2 Jr. Mike Opolski. GAME: Keller advanced to bi-district against Lewisville but graduated co-offensive MVPs Julian Edmonson and Andy Opolski. SAGINAW ROUGH RIDERS—Coach: Brent A. Craft. 201011: 4-28/0-14. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Chasten McBride; 6-2 Sr. Eddie Nuno; 6-3 Sr. Chandler St. Clair; 5-8 Jr. Dominique Johnson; 6-2 Soph. Tyler Flores. GAME: Saginaw slid last year to a winless district campaign but should be more experienced as only three seniors graduated. DISTRICT 8-5A FLOWER MOUND MARCUS MARAUDERS—Coach: Danny Henderson (646-159). 2010-11: 39-1/14-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Marcus Smart, 15 ppg., 8.9 rpg., 5 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Phil Forte, 17 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-11 Sr. A.J. Luckey, 8 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-8 Sr. Nick Banyard, 9 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-8 Sr. John Malone, 2 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: Tex Preps Basketball cover sensation Smart is back along with mainstays Forte and Luckey to help the Marauders defend a Class 5A state championship won over Garland Lakeview in thrilling fashion, 40-38. Smart’s allaround excellence is complimented by the marksmanship of Forte, who drained 141 three-pointers at a 48.6 percent clip. Smart and Forte were district co-MVPs. Luckey and Banyard were second team all-district This team will understandably have a big target on its back and will have to work harder and execute even better than last year. Still, Marcus rates as the odds-on favorite to make a successful state title defense. PLANO WEST WOLVES—Coach: Anthony J. Morgan (344129). 2010-11: 25-10/9-5. NAMES: 6-6 Soph. Jackson Forbes; 6-8 Sr. Holt Harmon; 6-3 Jr. AJ Lozano; 5-10 Sr. Kendall Britton; 5-10 Sr. Brett Williams; 5-10 Jr. Tim Okposin; 6-4 Sr. Brandon Allums. GAME: Plano West advanced to the area round against Cedar Hill and ushers in a new era with newcomer of the year Forbes ready to lead. Wolves will miss the 6-11 height of graduated all-district performer Geoffrey Groselle. Watch for newcomer of the year Forbes to play like a million dollars. Harmon was a second team all-district pick while Britton was honorable mention. LEWISVILLE FIGHTING FARMERS—Coach: Gary Collier. 2010-11: 24-11/9-5. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Ryan Bowie; 6-3 Sr. Ray Dorsey; 6-0 Sr. Nick Post; 5-6 Sr. Deleon McKee; 6-2 Jr. Carl Lee; 6-0 Sr. Cameron King; 6-6 Sr. Malcolm Brown. GAME: Lewisville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Flower Mound Marcus. Farmers also welcome Coach Collier from Fort Worth Arlington Heights and will be tough in his first season with the return of first team all-district stars Bowie and Dorsey. PLANO EAST PANTHERS—Coach: Doug Bleadorn. 2010-11: 9-20/1-13. NAMES: 6-3 Soph. Bola Alade; 5-9 Jr. Marcus Mathieu; 6-1 Jr. Chris Compass; 6-3 Jr. Keywan Robinson; 6-2 Sr. Kylon Higgins; 6-5 Sr. Caleb Evans; 6-6 Jr. Sawyer Kipp. TexPreps Basketball | Page 28 Keenan Evans Richardson Berkner Kendal Harris Richardson Berkner Nicholas Kanu Richardson Berkner GAME: The Panthers will count on honorable mention alldistrict picks Alade, Mathieu and Kipp to provide the spark. PLANO WILDCATS—Coach: Phil Parlin (47-44). 2010-11: 21-12/8-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Malcolm Mann; 5-11 Sr. Austin Mitchell; 6-5 Sr. Dwayne Hicks; 6-2 Sr. Xavier Harbert; 5-9 Jr. Tim Singleton; 6-2 Sr. Kevin Nelson; 6-6 Sr. Shawn James; 6-4 Sr. Travis Warman. GAME: Plano advanced to bi-district against Coppell and looks to duplicate the post-season feat. Mitchell was second team all-district and will lead the team. FLOWER MOUND JAGUARS—Coach: Charles Freet (374281). 2010-11: 13-20/2-12. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Ryan Reibly; 6-4 Jr. Austin Freet, 5 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Wes Hill, 3 ppg.; 6-5 Sr. Brett Bell, 2 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Taylor Johnson; 6-2 Sr. Kade Kager, 4 ppg. GAME: This is a team that will be able to shoot the ball well. Keys will be defense and rebounding to get back to the playoffs. Last season was the first in the previous six years the team did not reach the post-season. ALLEN EAGLES—Coach: Steve Specht. 2010-11: 21-13/5-9. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Tyler Shrum; 6-1 Sr. Jacob Rothbauer; 5-10 Sr. Tony Adams; 6-2 Sr. Quran Washington; 6-4 Sr. CT Anyiam; 6-0 Sr. Cole Srader; 6-6 Sr. Darrius Parker; 6-3 Sr. Cortland Tolbert. GAME: Allen missed the playoffs after reaching the previous season. Parker and Rothbauer return after honorable mention all-district campaigns. LEWISVILLE HEBRON HAWKS—Coach: Mark Bishop. 201011: 20-11/8-6. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Drew Nelson; 6-1 Sr. Kiante Griffin. GAME: Hawks will be challenged in this district and also must replace first team all-district Kameron Curl. DISTRICT 9-5A RICHARDSON BERKNER RAMS—Coach: Rod Wright. 201011: 26-9/13-1. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Xavier Thomas, 12 ppg.; 6-3 Jr. Kendal Harris, 13 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg.; 6-8 Jr. Jordan Mickey, 12 ppg., 13.3 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Soma Edo, 11 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-1 Soph. Keenan Evans. GAME: Berkner advanced to bi-district against Garland Naaman Forest with talented underclassmen. Rams have good quicks, good size and good balance. Four starters return along with most of the bench in what should be a fun year. Mickey led the Metroplex in rebounding for the second year and was district MVP as a sophomore. Harris was co-defensive player of the year and joined Thomas and Mickey on the first team all-district roster. DALLAS JESUIT RANGERS—Coach: Chris Hill. 2010-11: 1815/11-3. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. David Lacey. GAME: Jesuit advanced to the area round against Killeen Harker Heights but graduated a pair of all-district seniors in Brian Wetzel and Jeff Schoettmer. DALLAS SKYLINE RAIDERS—Coach: Stanford Hill, Jr. (313199). 2010-11: 19-13/9-5. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Shirmane Thomas, 10.4 ppg., 7.3 rpg., 3.1 apg.; 6-2 Jr. DeVante Kincaid, 9.2 ppg.; 6-6 Sr. Zach LeDay, 13.4 ppg., 12 rpg., 2.2 bpg.; 6-1 Sr. Trevor Hill; 6-1 Sr. Ed Dixon. GAME: Skyline advanced to the area round against DeSoto for the second consecutive season. Raiders return three third-year starters ledy by LeDay and Thomas. Team will rely on experience from six returning lettermen who have been varsity players as freshmen. Rebounding and longdistance shooting will be strengths. Watch for first team all-district picks Thomas and LeDay to lead Skyline. RICHARDSON LAKE HIGHLANDS WILDCATS—Coach: Rob Wylie. 2010-11: 19-14/8-6. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Travis Hornstein, 3.2 ppg., 2.8 rpg.; 6-6 Sr. James Lonergan, 4.9 ppg., 5.6 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Nate Welty; 6-1 Jr. Andy Faris; 5-11 Jr. Michael Ketchmark. GAME: Lake Highlands advanced to bi-district against Garland Lakeview for the second consecutive season. There is Soma Edo Richardson Berkner Trey Washington Richardson Berkner Xavier Thomas Richardson Berkner not much experience as only one returning starter and one other player are back on the roster. RICHARDSON EAGLES—Coach: Justin Reese (78-52). 201011: 15-16/8-6. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Eric Johnson, 4 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Thad Robertson, 8 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Lamond Owens, 3 ppg.; 5-9 Jr. Brandon Scott, 8 ppg.; 5-10 Soph. Cameron Booty, 5 apg.; Nylan Yancy; Clark Randall; Junior Agwuna; Anthony Bertrand. GAME: Richardson lost their top two scorers to graduation and return five varsity players to a team that tied with Lake Highlands for fourth place last year. Booty and Scott will return at the guard spots. Robertson, Johnson and Owens all played key minutes last year. Four players should help from last year’s JV team. DALLAS W.T. WHITE LONGHORNS—Coach: Craig Bankhead (77-118). 2010-11: 10-21/5-9. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Jaylon Pullen; 6-2 Sr. Alan Sullivan; 6-2 Sr. Damien Wright; 5-10 Soph. Ike Agusi. GAME: White will be challenged rebounding, so the team must take care of the basketball and shoot a high percentage. Speed and quickness will be strengths and keys to victory. Two-year letterman Pullen anchors the team. DALLAS SAMUELL SPARTANS—Coach: Harrison Hamm Sr. 2010-11: 4-21/2-12. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Curtis Woods, 7 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Harrison Hamm II, 4 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Quadre Price, 3.6 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-6 Jr. Samuel Pritchett; 5-7 Soph. Kelvin Campbell. GAME: Spartans should rebound with the growth and maturity of Woods, Hamm and Price. Expect great things if Pritchett and Campbell adjust to varsity competition. DALLAS SUNSET BISON—Coach: Khalid Ross. 2010-11: 5-25/0-14. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Isaac Cantu; 5-9 Jr. Carmello Johnson; 5-10 Sr. Oliver Lopez; 5-11 Jr. Jacob Huerta; 6-3 Sr. Damarcus Wilson; 6-3 Sr. Andrew Arredondo. GAME: Arredondo nabbed second team all-district honors. DISTRICT 10-5A GARLAND NAAMAN FOREST RANGERS—Coach: Jeff Clarkson (144-162). 2010-11: 18-16/7-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Kent High, 12 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 2.4 apg.; 6-11 Sr Prince Ibeh, 7 ppg., 9 rpg., 5 bpg.; 6-3 Sr. Demarcus Holland, 11 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 apg., 1.5 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Trenton Dawson, 9 ppg., 4.5 rpg., 1.3 spg. GAME: Naaman Forest advanced to the area round against Killeen Ellison. Rangers return eight varsity players to a team that played its best basketball at the end of last year. Much of the team’s success will hinge on the continuing development of big man Ibeh. With a good group of guards to surround Ibeh, team is looking forward to the year. High and Holland were named first team all-district while Dawson was honorable mention. ROWLETT EAGLES—Coach: Stan Blackmon. 2010-11: 1219/5-9. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Jeffrey Carroll; 6-4 Sr. Nathan Hawkins; 6-2 Sr. Austin Luke; 6-5 Sr. Nathan Tucker. GAME: After missing the playoffs by one-half game last season, starting three sophomores and two juniors, the outlook is very bright for the Eagles this year. Every starter is back including newcomer of the year Carroll, first team all-district Hawkins and honorable mention picks Luke and Tucker. GARLAND OWLS—Coach: Randy Love. 2010-11: 23-12/113. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Trey Fountaine, 10 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Derrick Modest, 10 ppg., 7 rpg., 1 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Avery Norman, 6 ppg., 2 rpg., 1 apg. GAME: Garland advanced to bi-district against Dallas Skyline for the second consecutive season. Owls return three starters and should again be among the tops in this district. Watch for honorable mention all-district Fountaine. GARLAND LAKEVIEW PATRIOTS—Coach: J.T. Locklear. 2010-11: 37-2/13-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Trelle Lewis, 5 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Babajide Aina, 5 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-9 Soph. Elbert Robinson. GAME: A lot will be new this year at Lakeview, a team that rolled to the state championship contest against Flower Mound Marcus but now must replace 10 graduated seniors as well as saying goodbye to long-time coach Tony Mauldin. Honorable mention all-district Lewis is the only scorer among Lakeview’s top five who will be back. SOUTH GARLAND COLONELS—Coach: Lyle Roberts. 201011: 12-19/7-6. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Marvell Green, 13 ppg., 7.5 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Charles Walker; 5-9 Sr. JaJuan Green; 6-2 Sr. Paul Sloan; 6-5 Jr. Porter Flinn. GAME: South Garland advanced to bi-district against Dallas Jesuit and has a good one in honorable mention all-district Green. SACHSE MUSTANGS—Coach: Dwight Williams. 2010-11: 7-18/4-10. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Michael Maxwell; Sr. Chauncey Malone; 6-4 Sr. Jonathan Colunga; 6-1 Sr. Brandon Durr; 6-3 Sr. Eric Chavez; 6-4 Sr. Gabe Rivera; 6-4 Sr. Chris Robb; 6-3 Sr. Chris Coverson; 6-2 Soph. Michael Olivares. GAME: Mustangs must replace graduated all-district talent Darius Singleton but do return honorable mention all-district Robb, Chavez and Rivera. MCKINNEY BOYD BRONCOS—Coach: Dean Christian. 2010-11: 9-16/4-9. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Mikel Parish; 6-1 Sr. Taylor Rumbo; 5-10 Soph. Kaelen Malone; 5-8 Jr. Chris Stanton; 5-11 Jr. Aaron Guinn; 6-3 Sr. Mike Darling; 5-9 Jr. Daylon Markham; 6-3 Jr. Martez Butler. GAME: Zach Cabra was a first team all-district selection who has graduated and will need to be replaced. Parish was honorable mention all-district and a young leader of the team. NORTH GARLAND RAIDERS—Coach: Brian Luke. 2010-11: 8-17/4-9. GAME: Raiders will need to replace graduated offensive player of the year Julian Deckard. DISTRICT 11-5A DESOTO EAGLES—Coach: Chris Dyer (530-146). 2010-11: 36-4/9-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jabril Durham; 5-9 Sr. Benquan Petty; 5-9 Sr. Avery Lomax; 6-3 Sr. Matthew Jones; 6-9 Jr. Karviar Shepherd. GAME: DeSoto advanced to the regional final against Garland Lakeview. Three key starters from last year have graduated, so the Eagles will turn to all-district Jones, honorable mention all-district Durham and co-defensive player of the year Petty to take the lead. Team should be bigger, but that may change. This should again be a team capable of a deep playoff run. MESQUITE SKEETERS—Coach: Brian Curts. 2010-11: 1813/7-3. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Alex Cooper; Sr. Eric Reed. GAME: Mesquite advanced to bi-district against Bryan. The Skeeters will be battling for a district title despite the loss of a pair of graduated first team all-district performers in Ty Belt and Emmanuel Watson. Reed takes pride on the defensive end of the court and was rewarded with a codefensive player of the year honor. Cooper is one of the area’s rising stars and was named first team all-district as a sophomore. LONGVIEW LOBOS—Coach: Billy Goffney (177-39). 201011: 20-10/4-6. NAMES: Sr. Tony Foster, 15.6 ppg., 4.6 rpg., 2.5 apg., 2.3 spg.; Soph. Dorian Leonard. GAME: There is excitement around the program as Coach Goffney arrives after six very successful seasons at New Waverly. Lobos advanced to bi-district against Killeen Harker Heights and bring back co-offensive player of the year Foster. TYLER LEE RED RAIDERS—Coach: Alan Johnston. 2010-11: 15-15/1-9. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Jarrod Coleman; 6-4 Jr. Taylor Tankersley; 5-8 Sr. Evan Tomlinson. GAME: Coleman and Tankersley were both accorded honorable mention all-East Texas recognition. Tankersley was district tri-newcomer of the year while Coleman was first team all-district, making this a dynamic pairing. MESQUITE HORN JAGUARS—Coach: Billy Clark. 2010-11: 17-16/6-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Michael King; 6-5 Sr. Vincent Hobbs; 6-2 Sr. Bryon Miller; 5-9 Sr. Ricky Richardson; 6-0 Jr. Eduardo Garcia; 5-10 Jr. Jalen Ettienne; 5-9 Sr. Collin Winn; 5-9 Jr. Anthony Sharp; 6-0 Sr. Stevon Carr. GAME: Horn advanced to bi-district against Killeen Ellison. The Jaguars return plenty of players back to the varsity roster including point guard and tri-newcomer of the year Sharp and first team all-district King. Guard play should be a strength. NORTH MESQUITE STALLIONS—Coach: Phillip Randall, Jr. 2010-11: 18-13/3-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. King Davis; 6-2 Sr. Darick Walker; 6-3 Sr. Javarius Flowers; 5-9 Jr. Mike Williams; 6-2 Jr. Stevin Moses; 6-2 Sr. Kendall Copeland. GAME: The Stallions are likely to have a struggle in this district but do return first team all-district Walker to lead the team. DISTRICT 12-5A A&M CONSOLIDATED TIGERS—Coach: Rick German. 201011: 17-15/8-6. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Quinton White; Jr. Jimmie Gilbert; 6-5 Sr. Alex Caruso; Jr. Josh Stewart; Sr. Jeremy Capps; Jr. Xavier Crouch. GAME: Consolidated advanced to bi-district against DeSoto. Big-man Caruso will have this club at the front of the district after a first team all-district season. The deep Tigers also include second teamers White and Gilbert and honorable mention Stewart. BRYAN VIKINGS—Coach: Chris Jones. 2010-11: 20-13/9-5. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. J-Mychal Reese, 28.3 ppg., 6 rpg., 5 apg., 2.5 spg.; 6-5 Jr. Chris Johnson, 10 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Travon Landry, 12.3 ppg., 3 rpg., 3.5 apg., 1 spg.; 6-4 Jr. AJ Pulliam, 2 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Tre Cunningham, 6 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: Bryan advanced to the area round against Garland Lakeview. This is a quick, athletic group that will try and play more uptempo and look to pressure to create fast transition and easy buckets. Reese has excelled since starting as a freshman and is the returning district MVP. Landry was first team all-district while Johnson was second team. KILLEEN HARKER HEIGHTS KNIGHTS—Coach: Celneque’ Bobbitt (258-150). 2010-11: 29-6/12-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Thomas Cherry; 6-7 Sr. Trumell McCrimmons. GAME: Harker Heights advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Garland Lakeview. Cherry grabbed second team all-district honors for a club that will be in playoff contention. KILLEEN SHOEMAKER GREY WOLVES—Coach: Marc Minatrea. 2010-11: 17-14/7-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Chris Runnels, 12 ppg., 9 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Tomiwa Akinbayo. GAME: Shoemaker boasts district newcomer as well as Killeen Daily Herald all area newcomer of the year Runnels to a team that should provide a playoff threat. TEMPLE WILDCATS—Coach: Eric Jackson (120-85). 201011: 13-20/3-11. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Avery Polchinski; 6-1 Sr. Ray Willis; 6-2 Sr. Andre Schooley; 5-10 Sr. Roddric Dodd; 6-6 Sr. Isaiah Gibson; 6-2 Sr. Deshyle Richards. GAME: Temple missed the playoffs after reaching the regional final the previous year. Look for honorable mention Polchinski to step up his senior season to lead a club that should return to the playoff conversation in this district. KILLEEN ELLISON EAGLES—Coach: Alberto Jones, Jr. 201011: 23-13/10-4. GAME: Ellison advanced to the regional quarterfinals against DeSoto but lost all 11 senior players from its varsity roster and will be in re-tool mode. COPPERAS COVE BULLDAWGS—Coach: Billy White Jr. (2342). 2010-11: 13-17/4-10. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Cory Scott; 6-5 Sr. Trivez Tucker; 5-8 Jr. Tyler Wilson; 5-11 Jr. Deion Robinson; 6-2 Jr. Jacob Peart; 6-1 Sr. Kelly Guillory. GAME: Cove will look to rally behind honorable mention all-district Scott in this tough district. BELTON TIGERS—Coach: John Osborn (68-114). 2010-11: 12-19/3-11. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Trey Rose, 6 ppg., 3 rpg., 4 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Daniel Mills, 6 ppg., 2 apg., 4 rpg. GAMES: Belton will be a new team this season with five new starters. Rose and Mills received a lot of playing time last season and were main contributors off the bench. Tigers’ success will depend on the production of these two along with a bunch of new varsity players. DISTRICT 13-5A KLEIN FOREST GOLDEN EAGLES—Coach: Cary Black (239119). 2010-11: 26-12/11-3. NAMES: 6-8 Sr. Derail Green; 6-3 Sr. Jacoby Green; 6-2 Sr. Javonte Patrick; 6-3 Jr. Tyree Gray. GAME: Klein Forest advanced to the area round against Pflugerville. First team all-district Derail Green is one of the best talents around and will lead a club that should be at the forefront of the district. Look for second team alldistrict Jacoby Green to also be huge. SPRING WESTFIELD MUSTANGS—Coach Van Price. 201011: 12-22/5-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Terence Williams; 6-3 Sr. Destin Beal; 6-0 Jr. Rhenton Cauley; 6-3 Sr. Elliott Ferrell; 6-7 Jr. Trayvon Teal; 6-3 Jr. Wesley Iwundu; 6-2 Jr. James Harrison; 6-7 Soph. Kendrick Bradford; 6-7 Sr. Austin Lewis. GAME: Westfield missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The Mustangs should have more experience on the roster as only four seniors graduated. SPRING DEKANEY WILDCATS—Coach: Chris Wilson. 201011: 31-6/14-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Josh Burkett, 10.2 ppg., 5.4 rpg. 2.3 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Kasey Shepherd, 14.5 ppg., 6.7 rpg., 3.2 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Dequelle James, 16.3 ppg., 6.1 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Marcelious Green, 15.3 ppg., 5.9 rpg., 2.5 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Dion Fisher, 12.2 ppg., 3.6 rpg., 3.3. spg. GAME: Dekaney advanced to the regional semifinals against DeSoto. Wildcats are coming off a breakout year in winning 31 games, going undefeated in district and making it to the tournament. Two starters return plus seven overall. Team lacks size and will have to make up for it with quickness and defense. Shepherd was first team all-district and Burkett was second team. KLEIN BEARKATS—Coach: Glenn Arnold (534-321). 201011: 23-12/9-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Austin Shockley; 6-4 Sr. Rex Baxter; 6-8 Jr. Andrew Kelley; 6-6 Sr. Cole MacDonald; 5-9 Sr. John Moore. GAME: Klein advanced to the area round against Austin High. Bearkats lose three good D1 caliber athletes but should be good if the team develops chemistry. There will be ample depth on the squad featuring second team alldistrict Shockley. SPRING LIONS—Coach: Chris Bailes. 2010-11: 13-17/7-7. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Deosic West; 6-5 Sr. Jalen West; 5-6 Jr. Nick Dones; 6-0 Sr. Eddie Miller; 6-2 Sr. Julian Glover; 6-1 Jr. Keith Pierce. GAME: Spring advanced to bi-district against The Woodlands. West continues to improve and was named second team all-district. KLEIN COLLINS TIGERS—Coach: Scott Harmatuk. 2010-11: 12-21/4-10. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Michael Simpson; 6-2 Jr. Trevor Johnson; 6-5 Jr. Zach Brown; 6-6 Sr. Russell Simpson; 6-2 Sr. DiQuann Sims. GAME: Tigers return three starters and five varsity players and should make a good run in the district race. Team will be very long and athletic with some quality experienced players. Simpson was first team all-district while Johnson was on the second team. KLEIN OAK PANTHERS—Coach: Rashid Floyd. 2010-11: 8-26/2-12. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Ellis Moore; 5-10 Sr. Ernest Davis; 5-6 Soph. Cameron Coleman; 6-0 Jr. Kanaan Daniels; 6-0 Sr. Christopher Sanders; 6-4 Jr. Jerin Joseph; 5-11 Sr. Jacob Hubbs; 6-0 Sr. Deion Hill; 6-4 Sr. Sebastian Yrizar-O’Farrill. GAME: Moore flashed on the scene last year and eanred district newcomer of the year honors. TOMBALL COUGARS—Coach: Brad Ball. 2010-11: 14-19/410. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tyler Pavlas, 9 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Daniel Prince, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Ian Bates, 6 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Cougars are not very big but can shoot the ball well. Pavlas enjoyed second team all-district recognition. DISTRICT 14-5A THE WOODLANDS HIGHLANDERS—Coach: Dale Reed (156-112). 2010-11: 32-4/12-0. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Garrett Colonna, 8 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Hayden Galatas; 6-1 Sr. Nolan Cass; 6-4 Jr. Jayme Taylor; 6-6 Sr. Joey Trinkle. GAME: The Woodlands advanced to the regional semifinals against Garland Lakeview. Newcomer of the year Colonna helped inspire the long playoff run and should again have the Highlanders in the post-season. KINGWOOD MUSTANGS—Coach: Royce Huseman (500- TexPreps Basketball | Page 29 5A Garrett Colonna The Woodlands Jayme Taylor The Woodlands Nolan Cass The Woodlands Joey Trinkle The Woodlands Hayden Galatas The Woodlands 201). 2010-11: 2112/8-4. NAMES: 6-9 Sr. Matt Porter; 6-2 Sr. Brandon Nelson; 6-2 Sr. Amu Rosen; 6-3 Jr. Trevor Conn; 6-4 Jr. Nathan Russell; 6-5 Sr. Mike Davis; 6-7 Jr. Hunt- er Leahy. GAME: Kingwood advanced to bi-district against Klein. Nelson copped first team all-district recognition and will be a key component to the team’s continued success. THE WOODLANDS COLLEGE PARK CAVALIERS—Coach: Clifton McNeely (362-189). 2010-11: 24-12/6-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Evan Cooper, 13 ppg., 6.7 apg., 2.8 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Layton Zinsmeister, 6 ppg., 6.1 apg., 2.1 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Zach Wright, 12 ppg., 4.5 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Desmond Fleming, 6.7 ppg., 2.1 apg., 2.2 spg.; 6-5 Jr. Sam Osina, 2.3 ppg., 3.3 rpg. GAME: College Park will be very small but quick. Team returns three all-district performers in Cooper, Zinsmeister and Wright. This team will be more uptempo and press more because of a lack of size. Seven lettermen return who should have the Cavaliers back in the playoffs and in the hunt for the district crown. HUMBLE ATASCOCITA EAGLES—Coach: John Castles. 201011: 16-18/6-6. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Bridge Lavey; 5-9 Sr. Brian Doyle; 6-3 Sr. William House; 5-9 Jr. Denzel Tucker. GAME: Atascocita advanced to bi-district against Spring Dekaney. The Eagles lose several key players from last year but welcome back second team all-district Lavey. CONROE TIGERS—Coach: Jason Van Robays (38-90). 201011: 6-26/0-12. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Nathan Darko, 9 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-0 Jr. KeAndrea Hamilton, 2 apg., 1 spg.; 6-6 Jr. Andre Barnes, 8 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 bpg.; 6-0 Sr. Alex Johansson, 3 ppg., 1 apg., 1 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Dushawn Owen, 4 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Tigers greatly improved as the season progressed and look to make a strong run at the playoffs. Darko picked up second team all-district honors. CONROE OAK RIDGE WAR EAGLES—Coach: Rob Stewart. 2010-11: 19-12/7-5. NAMES: Sr. Taw Mann; 5-11 Sr. Michael Handy. GAME: Oak Ridge advanced to bi-district against Klein Forest. War Eagles will have their work cut out following the graduation of district MVP Terrell Lawrence, but greet second team all-district Taw Mann back to the squad. LUFKIN PANTHERS—Coach: J.T. McManus (298-261). 201011: 15-17/3-9. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Dominique Shaw. GAME: Lufkin played with a senior-heavy squad last year and will need to find replacements for graduated all-district stars John McClain and J.J. Baldwin. DISTRICT 15-5A AUSTIN BOWIE BULLDOGS—Coach: Celester Collier. 201011: 26-7/6-4. NAMES: Sr. Paul Baxter; Sr. Call Casarez. GAME: Bowie advanced to the area round against Spring Dekaney. Baxter will keep the Bulldogs in the title chase after being named district defensive MVP as well as first team all-district. AUSTIN WESTLAKE CHAPARRALS—Coach: Tres Ellis (18999). 2010-11: 12-18/2-8. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Drew Wikelius, 8 ppg., 10 rpg., 1 bpg.; 6-1 Jr. Will Morse, 13.5 ppg., 4.3 apg.; 5-11 Sr. R.J. Rowan, 15.2 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-4 Jr. Vince DeBlasio, 4 ppg., 4 rpg., 1 bpg.; 5-10 Soph. Chase Carlton. GAME: After a year of experience as underclassmen on the varsity, expectations are high as all top players are returning and will be added to by more very capable underclassmen. Wikelius returns for a fourth year on varsity TexPreps Basketball | Page 30 Evan Cooper College Park Zach Wright College Park Layton Zinsmeister College Park and looks to re-establish himself as one of the top recruits in the area. Newcomer of the year Morse returns with a full year of varsity experience under his belt to continue to lead. Rowan is a scoring threat at all times. A sixth man last year, DeBlasio could become the best all-around player on the team, while Carlton will complete the trifecta of scoring guards that will make picking someone to stop a hard decision for opponents. AUSTIN ANDERSON TROJANS—Coach: Leal Anderson. 2010-11: 19-13/4-6. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. John Gramlich, 12 ppg., 3.6 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Hayden Graham, 11 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Rasmus Bach, 3 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-6 Jr. Alex Frame, 4 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Chad Crawford. GAME: Anderson advanced to bi-district against Pflugerville, the team’s first time in the playoffs ever as a 5A program and a season that included the most wins ever at the 5A level. Trojans as a team over the summer won the Texas A&M Team Camp and were one win away from going undefeated and winning the championship in a summer league at Concordia University. AUSTIN AKINS EAGLES—Coach: David Peavy. 2010-11: 2410/7-3. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Lionel Hollins; 5-11 Sr. PJ Rivera; 5-9 Jr. Brandon Wasson; 5-10 Jr. Fredd Richardson; 6-2 Sr. Kendall Davis. GAME: Akins advanced to bi-district against Round Rock McNeil. The Eagles will again be in the mix for post-season contention despite graduating six seniors. AUSTIN HIGH MAROONS—Coach: Andy Dudney (59-31). 2010-11: 29-4/9-1. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Patrick Strake; Sr. Jon Baladez; Sr. Christian Berg; Jr. Dorian Parks; Jr. Mario Trevino. GAME: Austin High advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Spring Dekaney. The Maroons will need to find some replacements for graduated district MVP Eric McClellan and will look to second team all-district Strake for leadership. DEL VALLE CARDINALS—Coach: Marvin Hall. 2010-11: 1418/2-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Terrelle Owens; 6-2 Sr. Jonathan Neal; 5-11 Sr. Dominique McElveen; 6-2 Sr. Rajee Fennell. GAME: Del Valle missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. DISTRICT 16-5A PFLUGERVILLE PANTHERS—Coach: David Raigosa. 201011: 29-7/12-0. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. TJ Williams, 7 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-1 Jr. Chris Rogers; 5-11 Jr. Napoleon Onyeje; 6-1 Jr. Justin Moss; 6-4 Sr. Daniel Oschner; Soph. Abrian Edwards. GAME: Pflugerville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against The Woodlands. Panthers look to reload after losing nine seniors each of the past two years. Coach Raigosa takes over after assisting the retired Mike Murphy the past 13 years. Williams has the most experience coming back and will lead the young and inexperienced team. Onyeje and Moss led the JV to a 21-3 record, while Edwards led the freshman team to a 25-1 mark. ROUND ROCK MCNEIL MAVERICKS—Coach: Darrell Hagemann (411-248). 2010-11: 20-13/6-6. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Robert Waters, 11.3 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Hayden Worrell, 10 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Jacob Jiong, 7 ppg.; Sr. Josh Jones, 4.6 ppg.; Sr. Jeremiah Jones. GAME: McNeil advanced to the area round against The Woodlands. Mavericks return a surplus of guards but need to develop a big man. GEORGETOWN EAGLES—Coach: Russell Miller (189-140). 2010-11: 16-17/7-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Michael Hardge, 16.8 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 2.1 apg., 1.4 spg.; 6-5 Sr. Casey Heller, 4.4 ppg., 2.9 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Jacob Vick, 4 ppg., 2.9 rpg., 1.2 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Jean-Luc Parker. GAME: Georgetown advanced to bi-district against Austin Bowie. Eagles return five players to a district runner-up Chris Dramberger RR Stony Point team. Led by seniors Hardge and Heller, Georgetown seeks its fifth consecutive trip to the playoffs. ROUND ROCK POINT Dominic Woodson STONY T I G E RS — C o a c h : RR Stony Point Brian Route. 2010- 11: 18-14/5-7. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Chris Dramberger, 2.6 apg.; 6-9 Jr. Dominic Woodson, 9.6 ppg., 9.3 rpg.; 6-10 Sr. Nate Anderson; 5-11 Jr. Wes Moore; 6-1 Sr. Tyler White; 6-2 Sr. Colin Kampfe; 6-2 Sr. Deante Phillips; 6-8 Sr. John Cornet. GAME: Tigers return two starters and two lettermen. Team returns plenty of size and looks to lean on all-Central Texas newcomer of the year Woodson and Dramberger along with a host of solid role players to get over the hump and in to the post-season after missing it by a game last year. ROUND ROCK DRAGONS—Coach: Cody Blake. 2010-11: 15-20/3-9. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Colton Turner, 7 ppg.; 6-10 Jr. Leonard Allen, 8 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 bpg.; 6-4 Sr. Cole Thoms, 6 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Larry Sparks, 4 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Sidney Deloach, 3 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Allen had a sparkling sophomore season and was the district’s sophomore of the year while Turner was also on the all-district list. Round Rock surged for a playoff bid but dropped their final four contests to fall out of the running. ROUND ROCK WESTWOOD WARRIORS—Coach: Brad Hastings (38-59). 2010-11: 14-18/3-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Derek Nalodka; 6-1 Sr. Jake Pearcy; 6-3 Sr. Michael Harris; 5-10 Sr. Matt Holeman; 5-9 Sr. Ian Fry; 6-4 Sr. Gray Brecheisen; 5-10 Sr. Jackson Peoples; 6-2 Sr. J.T. Dettman; 6-3 Sr. Hunter Cottle. GAME: Westwood graduated five seniors but returns a roster full of players who will be seniors in the upcoming year and offer plenty of experience. LEANDER LIONS—Coach: Clint Bradley. 2010-11: 21-12/66. GAME: Leander advanced to bi-district against Austin High. DISTRICT 17-5A HOUSTON CYPRESS FALLS GOLDEN EAGLES—Coach: Jim Draudt (524-341). 2010-11: 24-11/12-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Mitchell Badillo, 15 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 6.2 apg.; 6-5 Jr. Kevin Tillbury, 9.5 ppg., 8 rpg., 1.3 apg., 2 bpg.; 6-4 Sr. Nick Travis, 1.8 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Trey Williams, 1.5 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Braden Spencer, 1.4 ppg. GAME: Cy Falls advanced to the area round against Katy Seven Lakes. Eagles return two starters including district MVP Badillo and first team all-district Tillbury. Returning lettermen Travis, Williams and Spencer will be expected to add scoring and defense if the Eagles are to repeat as district champions. HOUSTON CYPRESS LAKES SPARTANS—Coach: Jeff Snedeker (35-32). 2010-11: 23-12/9-4. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Jonathan Bowen; 6-5 Sr. Cory Jones; 6-10 Sr. Valentine Izundu. GAME: Cy Lakes returns 11 players and should be even stronger this year. Talent will also be added from a JV squad that went undefeated in district play. HOUSTON LANGHAM CREEK LOBOS—Coach: Charles Ament (84-53). 2010-11: 21-11/11-2. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Ryan Patrick; 6-3 Jr. Eric Johnson; 6-5 Sr. Quinn Taylor; 6-8 Sr. Danny Newsome; 6-1 Sr. Gilbert Carter. GAME: Langham Creek advanced to bi-district against Aldine Nimitz. Lobos return seven players with a chance to be really good. Team will have great chemistry, work ethic, size and shooting. Langham Creek has been to the playoffs four years in a row and will again be competing for a district crown. Taylor was a second team all-district selection. HOUSTON CYPRESS FAIRBANKS BOBCATS—Coach: Barry Townley (41-48). 2010-11: 11-19/6-7. NAMES: 6-4 Soph. BJ Jones, 11.6 ppg., 7.7 rpg., 2.6 apg.; 6-4 Jr. Michael Stevenson, 10 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Avain Rachal, 8.8 ppg., 2 spg. GAME: This is a young team that plays as hard as anyone. If team chemistry develops, Bobcats can be very good. Jones was second team all-district as a freshman. HOUSTON CYPRESS SPRINGS PANTHERS—Coach: John Harmatuk (174-134). 2010-11: 19-16/8-5. NAMES: Sr. Richard Benedyth; 5-9 Sr. Mel Bridges; 6-8 Jr. Courtland Martin Aldine Nimitz Jared McDougal Aldine Nimitz Javion Randle Aldine Nimitz Maurice Letcher-Ellis; 6-4 Jr. Japhet Davis-Sophus; 5-10 Sr. Cam Langley; 6-3 Sr. Uyi Eregie. GAME: Cy Springs advanced to bi-district against Alief Elsik. Much of this season’s success hinges on the continued improvement of newcomer of the year Benedyth. HOUSTON CYPRESS RANCH MUSTANGS—Coach: Mason Huffmeister. 2010-11: 17-15/6-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Keith Ford; 5-10 Sr. Marcus Haraway; 6-0 Sr. Deandre Liggins; 6-3 Sr. Forrest Short; 6-5 Sr.Tanner Hoyt; 6-1 Sr. Dylan Schad; 6-5 Sr. Will Vinson. GAME: Ford will drive this team following second team alldistrict honors. HOUSTON CYPRESS RIDGE RAMS—Coach: Steve Dibble. 2010-11: 17-16/8-5. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Trey Williams; 6-0 Jr. Robert Eledu; 6-1 Jr. Femi Onwuamaegbu; 6-0 Sr. Jarvis Washington; 6-6 Sr. Kendrick Whitaker; 6-0 Sr. Cameron Hernandez; 6-5 Sr. Darwin Whitaker. GAME: Cypress Ridge was hit hard by graduation and will lean on younger players including second team all-district Williams. HOUSTON CYPRESS CREEK COUGARS—Coach: Ron Thomson. 2010-11: 9-22/2-11. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Joseph Munoz; 6-1 Sr. Michael Klefas; 6-3 Sr. Jarred Gipson; 6-7 Sr. Khari Kendrick; 5-11 Jr. Taylor Abel; 5-8 Jr. Detrick Hornsby. GAME: Cypress Creek missed the post-season after reaching the previous year. Look for second team all-district Munoz to lead the Cougars. HOUSTON CYPRESS WOODS WILDCATS—Coach: Chris Draudt. 2010-11: 2-26/0-13. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Deonte Davis, 5 ppg., 4 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Cody Thomas, 10 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Alfred Pullom, 11 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-10 Soph. Josh Samuels, 4 ppg.; 6-1 Jr. Noah Fake, 5 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Wildcats should be much improved with the return of eight lettermen. Team will be undersized but solid defensively. HOUSTON JERSEY VILLAGE FALCONS—Coach: Reggie Childress. 2010-11: 6-23/3-10. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Ryan Garcia; 5-10 Sr. Jonathan Miles; 5-9 Sr. Tyler Bruns; 6-0 Sr. Everette Rideaux; 6-0 Jr. Dylan Golvach; 6-0 Sr. Jameel Jordan; 6-1 Jr. Madison Lloyd. GAME: Jersey Village will compete every night and has talent led by second team all-district Garcia. DISTRICT 18-5A ALIEF ELSIK RAMS—Coach: Tim Martin. 2010-11: 22-9/11-1. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Da’shawn Robinson; 6-2 Sr. Anthony Williams; 5-11 Sr. Samad Harris; 5-11 Jr. Ke’andre Jackson; 6-2 Jr. Caleb Bradford. GAME: Elsik advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Houston Madison and again will vie for a district title behind first team all-district Robinson. ALDINE NIMITZ COUGARS—Coach: Nathan Toon. 2010-11: 22-11/8-4. NAMES: 6-6 Jr. Jonathan Calicutt-Johnson; 6-3 Sr. Jared McDougle; 5-9 Sr. Courtland Martin; 6-1 Sr. Javion Randle. GAME: Nimitz advanced to the area round against Houston Madison. Cougars will be very young but have the potential to be a playoff team again despite graduating district MVP Bobby Gray. ALIEF TAYLOR LIONS—Coach: Jeff Durnford. 2010-11: 1813/7-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Qua Doster, 10.3 ppg., 3.4 apg.; 6-7 Jr. Xavier Dupree, 5.6 ppg., 4.2 rpg.; 6-0 Soph. Kaylim Doster, 7.4 ppg., 2.5 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Martin Barron; 5-11 Jr. Brandon Averil. GAME: Taylor advanced to bi-district against Houston Cypress Falls but must replace nine of 12 players from the roster. Three good players are back to build around, including two-time all-district performer Qua Doster. His younger brother, Kaylim, started 15 games last year as a freshman. The rest of the varsity will come from the sub-varsity teams who combined for a 78-13 record. While this is not a rebuilding year it is a year of transition as several younger players will be debuting on the varsity. ALIEF HASTINGS BEARS—Coach: Darrell Collins. 2010-11: 21-9/9-3. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Charles Slater; 6-5 Jr. Ray Edwards; 6-3 Soph. Shawn Johnson; 5-11 Jr. Cody Rogers; 6-1 Jr. Cortez Jordan. GAME: Hastings advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Katy Seven Lakes. Bears are young but talented and athletic. Team will need to grow up on the defensive end in this tough region. Edwards was named second team alldistrict and newcomer of the year. ALDINE EISENHOWER EAGLES—Coach: Jessie Shelton, III (232-160). 2010-11: 10-16/5-7. GAME: Eisenhower missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Replacing all-district talent Jerry Madison will be just one challenge. ALDINE MUSTANGS—Coach: Zeke Smith. 2010-11: 6-14/210. GAME: The Mustangs will be playoff-competitive despite losing two all-district talents in Isaiah Thomas and Dwayne Bowden. ALDINE MACARTHUR GENERALS—Coach: Stephen Woods (11-49). 2010-11: 8-24/0-12. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Terrell Guy; 6-4 Sr. Roderick Cooper; 5-8 Jr. Matthew Chacon; 5-11 Jr. Damien Speed; 5-10 Jr. Donte Nickerson. GAME: Guy is the man for MacArthur following second team all-district honors. DISTRICT 19-5A KATY SEVEN LAKES SPARTANS—Coach: Dan Miller (12549). 2010-11: 33-7/11-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Trey Pinkney, 9 ppg., 4 apg., 4 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Jaylon Jones, 9 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Atif Russell, 14 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-5 Sr. Erick Roberson, 7 ppg., 9 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Ryan McClurg. GAME: Seven Lakes advanced to the regional semifinals against Fort Bend Travis. Spartans return 10 seniors and two underclassmen as well as four starters. This is a deep, experienced and hungry team. The simple goal for the team is to win the region. Strengths include a hard-nosed man defense and unselfish offense. Pinkney and Russell were first team all-district while Jones and Roberson were on the second team. HOUSTON STRAKE JESUIT CRUSADERS—Coach: Wayne Jones. 2010-11: 26-4/13-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Rasheed Sulaimon; 6-4 Jr. Andrew Harrison; 6-4 Jr. Aaron Harrison; 5-8 Sr. John Gillon; 6-2 Sr. Daniel Posway; 5-8 Sr. Kenny Lahart. GAME: Strake Jesuit advanced to bi-district against Houston Lamar, bringing a sudden end to the Crusaders’ outstanding season. Sulaimon returns after being named district MVP for a club that fully expects a deeper post-season run. Gillon added first team all-district honors. KATY TAYLOR MUSTANGS—Coach: Matthew Brayton. 2010-11: 12-19/5-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. John Starks; 5-11 Sr. Rob Atkins; 6-3 Sr. Connor Cella; 5-10 Sr. Blake Prevost; 5-11 Jr. Mike Walters. GAME: Cella was second team all-district and gives the Mustangs reason to believe they will be in playoff contention. HOUSTON MEMORIAL MUSTANGS—Coach: Dave Lay. 2010-11: 14-19/6-8. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Brooks Taylor; 6-0 Sr. Kyle Dobbins; 6-0 Jr. Trip Brown; 6-3 Sr. Max Yanke; 6-5 Soph. Graham Taylor; 6-1 Jr. Walker Pennington; 6-4 Sr. Travis Read. GAME: Memorial advanced to bi-district against Houston Madison and will again be a playoff contender behind first team all-district Taylor and second teamer Dobbins. KATY MORTON RANCH MAVERICKS—Coach: Carey Palmer. 2010-11: 30-6/12-2. NAMES: Sr. Cyrell Hodges. GAME: Morton Ranch advanced to the area round against Alief Elsik behind a senior heavy team. Mavericks graduated three first team all-district stars and will be calling on a predominantly new cast this year. KATY CINCO RANCH COUGARS—Coach: Neil King (58-47). 2010-11: 17-18/5-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Garrett Wilson, 13 ppg., 3 rpg., 1 apg.; 5-11 Jr. Chris Saiz, 14 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Kevin Yates, 3 ppg., 2 rpg., 1 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Kyle Douglas, 4 ppg., 5 rpg. 1 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Derrick Jones, 3 ppg., 1 rpg. GAME: Cinco Ranch finished fifth in a very competitive district. Team returns five lettermen, including second team all-district nods Wilson and Saiz, who will provide scoring, defense and leadership. Three-year letterman Douglas will also add scoring and board work, while Yates and Jones bring toughness, scoring and defense. KATY MAYDE CREEK RAMS—Coach: John Jones. 2010-11: 16-20/4-10. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Tre Brown; Sr. Eric Stubbs; Sr. Tre Judge; Jr. Robert Fraser; Sr. Greg Allen. GAME: Mayde Creek missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Rams must replace a pair of graduated all-district performers in Stephen Bedford and Dominique Thomas. KATY TIGERS—Coach: Pat Okruhlik. 2010-11: 2-28/0-14. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Marcus DeLeon, 8 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. John Davis, 3 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-4 Jr. Isaac Eby, 2 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-3 Soph. Tim Wilkerson, 3 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Tigers will field an athletic team but lack in experience and playing time. DISTRICT 20-5A HOUSTON MADISON MARLINS—Coach: Craig Maura. 2010-11: 29-8/14-0. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Everett Anderson; 6-0 Sr. Jordan Kelly; 5-9 Jr. Dedrick Basile; 6-3 Sr. Ashton Richardson; 6-2 Sr. Darius Hargrove; 6-1 Sr. Alvin Turner; 6-7 Sr. Denzell West. GAME: Madison advanced to the regional semifinals against Fort Bend Hightower. This is still likely a playoff contending team, albeit one that was drained by massive graduations of key players including all-district performers Jonathan Barefield, Clarence Shelvin and Roderick Smith. HOUSTON WESTSIDE WOLVES—Coach: Deon Williams. 2010-11: 20-12/9-5. NAMES: Jr. Robert Hatter; Jr. Roderick Trimont; 5-8 Sr. Stefon Rhodes; 5-9 Sr. Cleveland Batiste; 6-2 Sr. Eric Stubbs. GAME: Westside advanced to bi-district against Katy Morton Ranch and will once again be a district title contender thanks to first team all-district Hatter and second teamer Trimont. HOUSTON BELLAIRE CARDINALS—Coach: Bruce Glover. 2010-11: 20-8/12-2. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Darrin Minnifield; 6-5 Sr. Brett Jordan; 6-5 Sr. Michael Lyle; 6-0 Jr. Denzel Evans. GAME: Bellaire advanced to bi-district against Katy Seven Lakes. Cardinals will seek to replace graduated district MVP Sheldon McClellan, who has moved on to the University of Texas. HOUSTON CHAVEZ LOBOS—Coach: Kevin Pullum (164-84). 2010-11: 13-17/6-8. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Oscar Ruiz; 6-3 Jr. Demun Mercer; 6-1 Soph. Ryan Otis; 6-2 Sr. Mike Robbins; 6-1 Jr. Augustin Ramirez. GAME: Chavez will be a young team that will rely upon playing sound fundamental basketball. Team must focus on play execution and on capitalizing on opponents’ weaknesses. Coach Pullum calls first team all-district Mercer a “Vince Young type athlete” who plays both football and basketball. HOUSTON LAMAR REDSKINS—Coach: Dennis Gillespie. 2010-11: 13-15/7-7. NAMES: Sr. Andre Simeon. GAME: Lamar advanced to the area round against Alief Hastings and looks to have restored their playoff luster. This year’s Redskins boast the district newcomer of the year in Simeon. HOUSTON MILBY BUFFALOES—Coach: Jim Duffer. 201011: 5-24/3-11. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Randall Bonner; 6-4 Jr. Taylor Thomas; 6-0 Soph. Troy Johnson; 6-0 Soph. Rundric Williams; 6-2 Jr. Miguel Delgado. GAME: Milby will be very young and inexperienced but will be much more skilled and athletic than in the past few years. HOUSTON WESTBURY REBELS—Coach: John Howie (8182). 2010-11: 11-21/2-12. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Chris Hynes; 6-3 Jr. Leemichael Patterson; 6-2 Jr. Donivan Jones; 6-2 Jr. Wylie Love; 5-11 Sr. Zachary Cross; 5-9 Sr. Jailin Singleton; 5-10 Soph. Jason Grays. GAME: Westbury looks for a stronger second year back in Class 5A and has second team all-district Hynes poised to lead the attack. HOUSTON SAM HOUSTON TIGERS—Coach: Ralph Barreras. 2010-11: 5-17/4-10. NAMES: Sr. Isaac Soto; Jr. Tyrine Franklin. GAME: Tigers could be down after having to replace a trio of graduated all-district stars in Dante Bachus, Denzell Booker and Currie Young. DISTRICT 21-5A TexPreps Basketball | Page 31 5A GALENA PARK NORTH SHORE MUSTANGS—Coach: David Green. 2010-11: 12-15/3-7. NAMES: Jonathan Motley; Soph. Brandon Etienne; Jr. Jacobie Russell; Sr. Ryan Victor. GAME: North Shore missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year but should be well equipped this year for a return to the post-season thanks to newcomer of the year Motley, first team all-district Etienne and second teamers Russell and Victor. BEAUMONT WEST BROOK BRUINS—Coach: Samuel O. Simon (261-147). 2010-11: 15-13/8-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Jared Castle; 6-3 Sr. Jehkenane Antoine; 6-0 Sr. Charlie Adkins; 6-3 Sr. Keenan Banks; 6-1 Sr. Corey Cooper. GAME: West Brook advanced to bi-district against Pasadena Memorial. Bruins will be a balance of upper and under class players who will have to learn how to play and work together as a team. Antoine and Adkins were second team all-district. PORT ARTHUR MEMORIAL TITANS—Coach: Travis Williams. 2010-11: 19-14/6-4. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Torian Lott; 5-10 Sr. Aerian Jackson; 6-8 Sr. Tre’von Armstead; 6-1 Sr. Donovan Ford; 6-2 Jr. Davaughn Thomas. GAME: Memorial advanced to the area round against Fort Bend Travis. Watch for second team all-district Armstead and Lott to lead a team with a new coaching staff guided by former Silsbee leader Travis Williams. CHANNELVIEW FALCONS—Coach: Shannon Holmes. 201011: 22-12/9-1. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Stanley Wesley. GAME: Channelview advanced to the area round against League City Clear Springs. Falcons will welcome back first team all-district Wesley but otherwise were hit relatively hard by graduation, including district MVP De’Antaye Raymond. LA PORTE BULLDOGS—Coach: Barry Gibson. 2010-11: 1620/4-6. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Michael Hobbs; 6-3 Sr. Rashad Washington; 6-2 Sr. Sean Young; 5-8 Sr. Ruben Jimenez; 5-8 Sr. Phong Duong. GAME: La Porte advanced to bi-district against South Houston. Bulldogs are going to have to hit the three-pointer at a high level to compete. Players love the game and will play hard every game. Washington was first team all-district while Hobbs was on the second team. BAYTOWN STERLING RANGERS—Coach: Mark Patton (128-99). 2010-11: 17-17/0-10. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Bralon Evans, 19.1 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Albert Driver, 7 ppg., 2.2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Karrion Glover, 11.2 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Javen Montgomery, 5 ppg., 4 apg.; 6-9 Sr. Jeff Chark, 4 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 bpg. GAME: Sterling will look to use its speed and quickness to compete. The Rangers also look to hoist 20 three-point shots per game. Watch for first team all-district Evans and second teamer Glover to lead the way. DISTRICT 22-5A PASADENA DOBIE LONGHORNS—Coach: Kevin Cross (5549). 2010-11: 20-12/8-2. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Taylor Holland, 9.4 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Darnell McCall, 9.7 ppg., 2.7 apg., 3.6 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Devonte Banks, 3.5 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Geovanni Ramirez, 2 ppg., 2 apg. GAME: Dobie advanced to bi-district against Port Arthur Memorial. Longhorns return seven players including starters Holland and McCall, who earned second team all-district. Strengths will be quickness, perimeter shooting and hustle. Team ranges from about 6-0 to 6-2 so they are not that big and will have to make up for that with quickness. McCall was second team all-district. PASADENA MEMORIAL MAVERICKS—Coach: David Bosley (87-151). 2010-11: 18-18/6-4. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Allan Grace, 11.5 ppg., 4.7 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Brady Toler, 10.3 ppg., 5.6 rpg.; 6-6 Jr. Anthony Christ, 5.5 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Chris Bostic. GAME: Memorial advanced to the area round against Fort Bend Elkins. Grace was amazing in nabbing first team alldistrict honors while Toler was on the second team. DEER PARK DEER—Coach: Louie Means (121-56). 2010-11: 22-13/4-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Robert Martinez; 6-8 Sr. Dennis Lawton; 5-10 Sr. Jeremy Docken; 6-3 Sr. Austin Hughes; 6-6 Sr. Taylor Morris. GAME: Deer Park advanced to bi-district against Channel- TexPreps Basketball | Page 32 view. Team returns only one starter and lost three-time alldistrict star Darian Banks to graduation. Others will need to step up but there is still plenty of excitement within the program for its playoff prospects. SOUTH HOUSTON TROJANS—Coach: Patrick McCoy. 201011: 25-12/9-1. NAMES: 56 Jr. Byron Hodges; 5-10 Sr. Lacey Mose; 5-8 Sr. Devonta Gill; 6-1 Sr. Guy Peel; 6-2 Sr. Kenneth Marshall, 4.5 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Calvin Mitchell; 6-2 Soph. Elton Dyer; 5-10 Sr. CJ Houston; 5-10 Sr. Ruben Rosales; 6-2 Sr. Taurus Hilliard. GAME: South Houston advanced to the area round against Fort Bend Hightower in Coach McCoy’s first year. Team graduated district MVP Andres Molina, but welcomes back newcomer of the year Hodges, first team all-district talents Mose and Marshall and second teamers Rosales and Mitchell. Look for the Trojans to again be in the playoff chase. PASADENA RAYBURN TEXANS—Coach: Jeremy Mills (2938). 2010-11: 9-24/2-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Bryan Canales, 13.5 ppg., 8.2 rpg., 2.1 apg., 1.1 spg.; 6-3 Soph. Michael Cutler, 4.7 ppg., 3 rpg., 1.3 spg.; 5-11 Sr. AJ Espinoza, 7.5 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 1.3 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Tim Desoto; 5-7 Sr. Oswaldo Carrillo, 2.7 apg., 1.4 spg. GAME: Texans return three starters and seven players total. Desoto took a school record 72 charges last year. Desoto was district defensive MVP, while Canales was first team all-district. PASADENA EAGLES—Coach: Adrian Castro. 2010-11: 7-24/1-9. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Devante Gil; 5-9 Sr. Juan Ramirez; 5-10 Sr. Cortes Humberto; 5-11 Jr. Jason Silva; 5-8 Sr. Ivan Sifuentes. GAME: Pasadena has endured its fair share of struggles recently, but will be improved behind first team all-district Sifuentes. DISTRICT 23-5A FORT BEND BUSH BRONCOS—Coach: Ronnie Courtney (347-148). 2010-11: 20-9/10-3. NAMES: 6-11 Sr. Cameron Ridley, 16.5 ppg., 15.3 rpg., 5.3 bpg.; 6-10 Sr. Aaron Durley; 5-9 Jr. Shawndre’ Jones, 5.3 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 3.2 apg.; 6-5 Soph. Kelly Oubre, 5.7 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 2.1 bpg.; 5-9 Sr. Ryan Williams, 7.3 ppg., 1.4 rpg., 1.2 apg. GAME: Bush advanced to bi-district against League City Clear Springs. District MVP and University of Texas commit Ridley leads a very big and athletic team. Broncos have excellent inside play and the guard play will be outstanding. Team is very long and skilled and plays well as a group. Post play will be huge this season. FORT BEND ELKINS KNIGHTS—Coach: Albert Thomas. 2010-11: 30-7/9-4. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Chance Allen; 6-3 Sr. Branford Jones; 6-4 Sr. Kareem Diop; 5-8 Sr. Darius Mukes; 5-8 Jr. Kerry Green. GAME: Elkins advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Hightower. Expect first team all-district Jones and second teamer Allen to lead another expected playoff surge. FORT BEND TRAVIS TIGERS—Coach: Craig Brownson. 2010-11: 33-6/11-2. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Christian Crockett; 6-5 Jr. Aaron Harrison; 6-5 Jr. Andrew Harrison; 6-6 Sr. Kyle Coulter. GAME: Travis advanced to the regional final against district rival Fort Bend Hightower. This league will again be one of the toughest in the state but the Tigers should also again be among the playoff participants. Aaron and Andrew Harrison were both second team all-district and the young leaders of the team. FORT BEND HIGHTOWER HURRICANES—Coach: Vincent Norman. 2010-11: 29-8/9-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Bralon Addison; 5-11 Sr. Darrell Broadnax; 6-0 Sr. Joshua Thomas; Sr. Krisen Chatarpal; Sr. Phil Harris; Sr. Deandre Hoskins; Sr. Marcus Lightfoot; Sr. Danuel House; Soph. Leon Gilmore; Sr. Terrell Scruggs; Sr. Ty-ree Williams. GAME: To think that the previous year Hightower went 1317 and missed the playoffs. Well, that was two years ago. Last year the Hurricanes went 29-8 and rolled into Austin and a state semifinal pairing against eventual state champion Flower Mound Marcus. Now, a new coaching staff will guide a talented team seeking more playoff glory. Watch for first team all-district House to lead the attack. FORT BEND MARSHALL BUFFALOS—Coach: Gary Nichols (541-224). 2010-11: 17-15/7-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Denzel Edwards, 3 apg., 3 spg.; 6-3 Soph. Dameon Day, 8 ppg.; 6-5 Sr. Stanley Ede, 8 bpg.; 5-9 Sr. Ashton Tezano; 6-7 Sr. Jalen Odoms. GAME: Marshall welcomes three starters and eight players back in the mix. Team is poised to compete for a district championship. Day was named the district freshman of the year. FORT BEND DULLES VIKINGS—Coach: Mike Carrabine. 2010-11: 22-10/6-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Danile Readeaux, 10.7 ppg.; 6-4 Jr. Ben Brown-White. GAME: Vikings missed the post-season after a 30-win season the previous year. Second team all-district Readeaux will lead this year’s team with help from Brown-White, up from the JV. FORT BEND KEMPNER COUGARS—Coach: Toby Villa (267172). 2010-11: 15-17/4-9. NAMES: 6-3 Soph. Jamal Williams; 6-8 Sr. Edward Alade; 6-2 Sr. O.K. Nwosu; 6-3 Jr. Brian Onyecherelam; 6-2 Sr. Mason Rieman. GAME: Kempner returns four starters and eight lettermen and believes that the team work ethic will allow the Cougars to compete every night. FORT BEND AUSTIN BULLDOGS—Coach: Dote Williams. 2010-11: 14-17/4-9. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Jamarkus Horace, 10 ppg., 12 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Ryan Walter, 8.4 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Austin Spitzenberger, 5.3 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Davis Ike; 6-5 Sr. Christian Onyeman. GAME: Bulldogs are looking to get up and down the floor and focus on team work. This is a club that has been together for four years and will be fun to coach. FORT BEND WILLOWRIDGE EAGLES—Coach: Roylin Wolf. 2010-11: 19-14/6-7. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Michael Hunter; 5-9 Sr. Tyler James; 6-5 Sr. Sherard Young; 6-5 Sr. Darius Marshall. GAME: Eagles continue their steady improvement but must cope with the loss of graduated all-district star Wykeem Randle. FORT BEND CLEMENTS RANGERS—Coach: Ralph Farley. 2010-11: 7-19/2-11. GAME: Clements will look to replace one of its best in graduated all-district star Victor Mbachu. DISTRICT 24-5A HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE FALCONS—Coach: Tommy Penders (200-106). 2010-11: 20-15/9-6. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Rob Lewis, 13.3 ppg.; 5-11 Jr. Paris Clayton, 13 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Colton Krenek, 8 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Alden Miles, 8.2 ppg.; 6-0 Soph. William West. GAME: Clear Lake advanced to bi-district against Fort Bend Travis. Falcons return 80 percent of their scoring and Clayton and Lewis have each started for two years. Krenek is a great athlete with the ability to hit from deep and score in the post. The backcourt of Clayton, Lewis, Miles and West will be one of the best around. The shooting ability of Miles can stretch out a defense and make things easier for Lewis, Clayton and West to get into the paint. Lewis and Clayton were first team all-district while Krenek was on the second unit. LEAGUE CITY CLEAR SPRINGS CHARGERS—Coach: Chris Johnson (170-67). 2010-11: 306/12-2. NAMES: 6-6 Jr. Jeff Beverly, 15.7 ppg., 9.4 rpg.; 6-7 Jr. Parker Callender, 6.5 ppg., 4.5 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Lee Kerlegan, 3.1 ppg., 3.1 rpg., 1.5 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Grant Tippet, 1.3 ppg., 1,6 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Bryce Steadham; 6-2 Soph. Corey Smith; 6-5 Soph. Micheal Flynn; 6-6 Sr. LaDarius Carpenter; 6-3 Sr. Zach Coates; 5-8 Sr. Avery Grimes; 6-4 Sr. Isaiah Williams. GAME: Clear Springs advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Fort Bend Travis. Chargers return two starters and five lettermen to a district champion squad. Team thrives on man to man pressure defense and an uptempo offense. Clear Springs has a chance to be very special if they continue to play hard, play smart and play together. Beverly was first team all-district, newcomer of the year and offensive player of the year while Callender was honorable mention all-district. FRIENDSWOOD CLEAR BROOK WOLVERINES—Coach: Jason Pillow (99-70). 2010-11: 19-13/8-6. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Fred Richardson, 19 ppg.; 6-3 Sr. Chris Campbell, 14 ppg.; 6-0 Jr. Chase Mullen; 6-3 Soph. Jovan Yancy; 6-3 Sr. Taylor Thomas. GAME: Clear Brook returns a pair of first team all-district talents in Richardson and Campbell. Team will be young and quick and will rely on team speed and a trapping style of play to contend for the district crown. Richardson was district offensive MVP while Campbell was first team alldistrict. PEARLAND OILERS—Coach: Steve Buckelew (535-232). 2010-11: 13-21/6-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Taylor Adams; 6-3 Jr. Cameron Reynolds. GAME: Pearland missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Oilers were staggered with the graduation loss of 11 seniors, including all-district talent Harley Nussman. CLUTE BRAZOSWOOD BUCCANEERS—Coach: Will Flemons. 2010-11: 21-12/8-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Travis Bugg; 6-1 Sr. Jonny Pierce. GAME: Brazoswood advanced to bi-district against Fort Bend Hightower but will need to replace a whopping 10 seniors from the roster. LEAGUE CITY CLEAR CREEK WILDCATS—Coach: Jeff Carroll. 2010-11: 22-9/12-2. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Deon Lewis, 5.3 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Chris Holton; 5-10 Sr. Colby Davis; 6-2 Sr. Austin Smith. GAME: Clear Creek advanced to bi-district against Fort Bend Elkins and promotes Coach Carroll into the head position. Only two players return from last year’s varsity, so newcomers will be counted on heavily to help the Wildcats return to the playoffs for a third consecutive season. DICKINSON GATORS—Coach: Mike Tucker (29-68). 201011: 6-24/2-12. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Joseph Mozie; 6-3 Sr. Jalen Farmer; 6-5 Jr. Levi Woodruff; 6-0 Jr. Shelton Haywood; 5-10 Sr. Trace Daniels; 6-0 Sr. Nate Vaughn; 6-3 Jr. Willie Mouton. GAME: Gators will fight but will also need to replace graduated all-district performer Kenny Antoine. ALVIN YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Eric Aaron (102-159). 2010-11: 1-29/0-14. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Dillon Mead; 6-4 Jr. Clay Robinson. GAME: Alvin will look to improve on defense. Team has some guys who will give a solid effort on both ends of the court. Yellowjackets will be lacking in experience and hope to improve throughout the season. DISTRICT 25-5A CONVERSE JUDSON ROCKETS—Coach: Mike Wacker (557157). 2010-11: 24-11/8-2. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Quaylon Jones, 4.7 ppg., 3.4 apg.; 6-2 Sr. E.J. Hubbard, 2.5 ppg., 2.3 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Kenneth Charles; 6-1 Sr. Eric Ragland; 6-8 Sr. Aram Martin; 6-1 Sr. Shawn Bedford; 6-3 Sr. Heath Beach; 5-10 Sr. Jamie Duncan; 5-10 Jr. Jarveon Williams; 6-8 Soph. David Wacker; 5-6 Soph. Julian Erickson; 5-9 Soph. Jamicahel Brown. GAME: Judson advanced to bi-district against San Antonio MacArthur. There should be plenty of weapons on offense with great overall team depth. The JV and freshmen teams were a combined 72-1, so the tradition of excellence will continue for the next few seasons. A tough non-district schedule sends the Rockets to the Texas Invitational and South Padre Island Sweet Sixteen tournaments. Jones was second team all-district. SAN ANTONIO WAGNER THUNDERBIRDS—Coach: Clifton Ellis. 2010-11: 23-11/8-2. NAMES: Sr. Jewon Fisher; Sr. Theron Bray; Sr. Rashad Coleman. GAME: Wagner advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Madison and will be looking to replace district MVP Devonta Davis. The finish was disappointing for a team that made it to Austin the previous year, but first team all-district talents Fisher and Bray and second teamer Coleman are on hand to help the club back to its expected level. NEW BRAUNFELS UNICORNS—Coach: Gregg Woodall. 2010-11: 16-17/5-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Christian Cantu; 6-3 Sr. Kyle Hittle; 5-7 Jr. Paul-Michael Perez; 6-0 Jr. Dylan Larson; 6-1 Sr. Logan Mangold; 6-0 Jr. Tim Parsons. GAME: New Braunfels advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Reagan, capping a year in which the team went 1617 one year after going 8-21/2-14. The Unicorns will again be a likely playoff entrant with the return of first team alldistrict Hittle leading the way. SAN MARCOS RATTLERS—Coach: David Norris. 2010-11: 18-12/3-7. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Colin Hart, 18.1 ppg., 3.4 apg.; 6-6 Sr. Alex Austin, 15.2 ppg., 7.2 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Alex Frye, 2 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Jacob Campbell; 6-3 Jr. Micheal Hicks. GAME: San Marcos returns its two leading scorers and a total of six lettermen. Team will be younger but faster. Look for the two senior starters in first team all-district Hart and second teamer Austin to provide leadership. SEGUIN MATADORS—Coach: Dwayne Gerlich. 2010-11: 17-17/6-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Zachary Cresap; 6-3 Jr. Ty Miles; 5-11 Sr. Rueben Liscano; 6-1 Sr. Ray Hunter. GAME: Seguin advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Churchill but is in a rebuilding mode after the graduation of three all-district talents. CIBOLO STEELE KNIGHTS—Coach: Lonny Hubbard. 2010-11: 6-27/0-10. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. C.J. Siples; 5-11 Sr. Malik Brooks; 6-4 Sr. Ryan Vrana; 6-7 Soph. Jordan Corona SA Warren Austin Henry. GAME: The offseason has been very good as players developed mentally and physically. Knights will have a good mix of bigs and guards that will help out. Team looks to grow up fast in a very competitive district. Siples was newcomer of the year and first team all-district. DISTRICT 26-5A SAN ANTONIO CHURCHILL CHARGERS—Coach: Tim Woods (54-21). 2010-11: 31-6/11-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Scott Mammel, 14.7 ppg.; 6-10 Sr. Connor Lammert, 10.6 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Taylor Sutlive; 5-10 Sr. Nate Woods; 5-10 Sr. Will Huguley. GAME: Churchill advanced to the area round against San Antonio Taft. Mammel leads the attack after being a twotime all-region selection for a team returning nine players that also includes second team all-district Lammert. SAN ANTONIO REAGAN RATTLERS—Coach: John Hirst (234-118). 2010-11: 30-6/11-1. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Connor Knight; 6-4 Sr. Bryan Hardy; 6-1 Jr. Michael Williams; 6-1 Sr. Callan Brown; 6-5 Sr. Jack Johnson; 6-6 Jr. D.J. Macleay. GAME: Reagan advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district foe San Antonio MacArthur. Rattlers have a huge hole to fill in replacing graduated Super Team selections Tre Demps and Max Yon. Expect honorable mention all-district Knight to assume the team lead. SAN ANTONIO MACARTHUR BRAHMAS—Coach: Mark Murphy (80-44). 2010-11: 29-9/6-6. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Jordan Pratt, 16 ppg., 6.2 rpg., 4 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Matt Gramling, 18 ppg., 5.4 rpg., 4 apg. GAME: MacArthur advanced to the regional final against San Antonio Taft, catching fire in the post-season after a 6-6 district finish. Pratt and Super Team honoree Gramling carry plenty of scoring punch and will need to on a team with limited size. Both players were named first team all-district. SAN ANTONIO JOHNSON JAGUARS—Coach: Jay Keller. 2010-11: 15-19/3-9. NAMES: Jr. Luke Wilshire; 6-0 Sr. Joey Louwagie. GAME: Johnson should be in the playoff chase this year after missing the post-season last year. Wilshire picked up second team all-district recognition as a sophomore while Louwagie was honorable mention. SAN ANTONIO MADISON MAVERICKS—Coach: Chris Romine. 2010-11: 21-16/6-6. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Topher Campbell; 6-0 Jr. Travon Landry; 6-0 Sr. Chris Lee. GAME: Madison advanced to the area round against San Antonio Clark and welcomes Coach Romine. Lee picked up second team all-district honors and will lead the Mavericks. SAN ANTONIO ROOSEVELT ROUGH RIDERS—Coach: Ramiro De Leon. 2010-11: 12-20/3-9. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Bo Serros; 6-2 Sr. Abraham Prather; 6-3 Jr. Steven Marshall; 6-4 Jr. Chris Waddel. GAME: Roosevelt will be fielding a large junior contingent which could mean the club is yet one year away from being where it wants. SAN ANTONIO LEE VOLUNTEERS—Coach: Norm Galyon. 2010-11: 13-20/2-10. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Greg Monday; 5-10 Sr. Joe Uribe; 6-0 Sr. Matthew McCracken; 6-2 Sr. Jay Arredondo; 6-0 Sr. Roger Carrillo; 6-3 Sr. Aaron Lafontaine; 6-0 Sr. Jose Ojeda; 6-3 Sr. Stephen Gomez; 6-3 Sr. Andrew Rodriguez; 6-8 Sr. Chris Carter. GAME: Monday obviously played outstanding on Tuesdays and Fridays as well in picking up second team all-district honors. DISTRICT 27-5A SAN ANTONIO WARREN WARRIORS—Coach: Jim Weaver. 2010-11: 26-10/13-3. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Taurean Waller-Prince, 16 ppg., 11.3 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Jordan Corona, 11 ppg., 3.5 apg., 1.8 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Jerrell Ellis, 17 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Jr. Marcus Keene, 12 ppg., 5.2 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Demarcus Garcia, 3 ppg., 3.2 rpg. GAME: Warren advanced to bi-district against San Antonio 5A Jerrell Ellis SA Warren Marcus Keene SA Warren Taurean Waller-Prince SA Warren Highlands. Warriors return all five starters, led by first team all-district and all-region Waller-Prince, who was named first team all-district along with Ellis. Team will have to become better defensively and more efficient on offense if they are going to make a deep playoff run. SAN ANTONIO STEVENS FALCONS—Coach: Michael Raynes. 2010-11: 9-7 (district). NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Uche Ofoegbu, 20 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-5 Sr. Marcus Roper, 14 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Stevens advanced to the area round against San Antonio MacArthur. Ofoegbu and Roper are returning starters who earned first team all-district honors, while Ofoegbu was also named to the greater San Antonio all-area team and to the TABC all-region group. Falcons return five seniors and will be playing a tough non-district schedule to prepare them for a super competitive district. SAN ANTONIO CLARK COUGARS—Coach: Steve Sylestine. 2010-11: 26-9/13-3. NAMES: Sr. Adam Perez; 6-1 Sr. Niko Maxwell. GAME: Clark advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Taft. The Cougars will again be chasing a district title with veteran leadership from first team all-district Perez and second teamer Maxwell. SAN ANTONIO O’CONNOR PANTHERS—Coach: Mike Houlihan. 2010-11: 13-17/6-10. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jarrin Johnson; 6-0 Jr. Jordan Kouremetis; 6-3 Sr. Adrian Childs; 5-11 Jr. Oladapo Ogunfeitimi; 6-0 Jr. Daniel Adeniran; 5-9 Sr. Stefan Duncan; 6-0 Sr. Parker Golden; 5-11 Sr. Brian MacKie; 6-0 Jr. Alan Wright; 5-10 Sr. Cooper Clutter; 6-0 Sr. Alejandro Ferdin; 6-4 Jr. Devante Woods. GAME: Kouremetis had a sensational sophomore season and was named second team all-district for a club that is expected to reach the playoffs this year. SAN ANTONIO BRANDEIS BRONCOS—Coach: Marc Gardner (54-73). 2010-11: 19-13/8-8. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Eric Robinson, 8 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Justin Graham, 14 ppg.; 6-4 Sr. Jeremy Martinez, 10 rpg. GAMES: After missing out on a playoff spot by one game last season, the Broncos hope to continue to build on the year and make a push for the post-season. Graham was voted to the second team all-district roster. SAN ANTONIO TAFT RAIDERS—Coach: Joey Tate (78-30). 2010-11: 34-6/15-1. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Ryan O’Hara, 6.5 ppg., 4 rpg., 1 apg.; 6-6 Sr. Joseph Gray, 3 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Ricardo Pena, 2 ppg., 1 rpg., 1 apg.; 6-3 Jr. Kevin McGee, 1 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Jocques Butler. GAME: Taft finished one of the best seasons in program history with a 34-6 record, which included a district championship, regional championship and a state semifinalist berth. Raiders look to reload next year after losing all five starters. Taft will return its sixth man as well as backup center and point guard. Experience will be a major factor early in the season but team looks to counter that with size and tradition. SAN ANTONIO MARSHALL RAMS—Coach: Terry Morris. 2010-11: 6-24/2-14. NAMES: 6-9 Sr. Jacob Palmer; 5-10 Sr. Zach Krok; 6-6 Sr. Willie Foreman; 6-5 Jr. Isaac Neaves; 6-4 Jr. Bartise Bowden; 6-3 Sr. Brandon Flores. GAME: Rams return several players to a team that lost an exorbitant number of close games. This will be a much improved club. SAN ANTONIO HOLMES HUSKIES—Coach: Chaun Brooks. 2010-11: 13-20/4-12. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Dewayne Bowman; 6-3 Sr. Rashid HarrakSharif; 6-2 Sr. Jedadiah Williams; 6-3 Jr. Joe Jackson; 5-6 Sr. Christian Leos; 5-10 Sr. Joseph Teniente; 5-9 Sr. Matthew Urrabazo. GAME: Harrak-Sharif will set the tone for the Huskies after being selected second team all-district. SAN ANTONIO JAY MUSTANGS—Coach: Mike Simpson. 2010-11: 6-24/2-14. GAME: Jay has its work cut out in a deep and talented district. TexPreps Basketball | Page 33 Joseph Gray SA Taft Kevin McGee SA Taft Ryan O’Hara SA Taft DISTRICT 28-5A SAN ANTONIO EAST CENTRAL HORNETS—Coach: Jeff Sweet (108-95). 2010-11: 13-18/5-5. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. John Baker, 16.9 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Evan White, 8.3 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-11 Jr. Charles Chase; 5-10 Soph. Ceddrick Ali; 6-6 Fr. Tony Lewis. GAME: East Central advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Taft. Hornets will be inexperienced but with more ability to play full court basketball. Pressure defense and an early offense will once again be the style of play. Baker was first team all-district while White was on the second team. CORPUS CHRISTI CARROLL TIGERS—Coach: Shan Hooker (292-118). 2010-11: 23-10/8-2. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Dashun Dixon; 6-1 Jr. Marcus Ellison; 6-4 Sr. Gilbert Martinez; 6-1 Jr. Marc Fuentes; 5-8 Jr. Sampson Valadez. GAME: Carroll advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Clark. Tigers must replace 10 seniors from last year’s cochampion squad. However, district newcomer of the year Dixon, Ellison and Martinez were key players in that success and will be counted upon to lead a talented group of players from the junior class. SAN ANTONIO HIGHLANDS OWLS—Coach: Rufus Lott Jr. 2010-11: 17-15/6-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Brian Miller, 7.7 ppg., 3 rpg., 1.6 apg., 1.2 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Darin Larson, 1.7 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Roland Love, 10.2 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 1 apg., 1.6 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Ernesto Molina, 7 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Charles Middleton, 3.3 ppg., 1.5 rpg.; Johnnie Neal; Alan Saucedo. GAME: Highlands advanced to the area round against San Antonio Reagan. Owls return six lettermen including three starters in Love, Larson and Miller. Molina was the sixth man and three point threat. Love was first team all-district while Miller and Molina were on the second team and Larson was honorable mention. SOUTH SAN ANTONIO BOBCATS—Coach: Gary Durbon (319-181). 2010-11: 26-9/8-2. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Joseph Brosseau; 5-10 Sr. Adrian Cardenas; 5-7 Jr. Joe Michael Hernandez; 5-8 Jr. Cruz Flores. GAME: South San advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Stevens, the school’s 12th playoff trip in 16 years under Coach Durbon. Bobcats must replace nine seniors, however, including three all-district talents. CORPUS CHRISTI KING MUSTANGS—Coach: Randy Watson. 2010-11: 11-20/3-7. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Dante Maxwell; 5-10 Sr. J R Salazar; 6-6 Sr. Kenneth Craig. GAME: The struggling Mustangs have some talent to call on in first team all-district Craig. SAN ANTONIO SOUTHWEST DRAGONS—Coach: Reggie Ollendieck. 2010-11: 5-26/1-9. NAMES: Sr. Eric Chabes; 5-11 Sr. Donte Williams; 6-2 Sr. Nick Juarez; 5-10 Sr. Matt White. GAME: Southwest missed the post-season after advancing to the area round the previous year and will look to second team all-district Chabes to improve the team. DISTRICT 29-5A LAREDO ALEXANDER BULLDOGS—Coach: Luis Valdez (248-55). 2010-11: 25-10/15-3. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Diego Solis; 5-10 Sr. Brian Swain; 6-4 Sr. Phillip Connor; 5-10 Jr. Alex Bryand, 10 ppg., 4.1 rpg.; 6-4 Jr. Nolan Wilson. GAME: Alexander advanced to the area round against Weslaco. Bulldogs look to replace three graduates and cash in on their returning experience. Watch for newcomer of the year and honorable mention all-district Bryand, second team all-district Solis and honorable mention pick Wilson to lead another playoff run.This district has a brutal 18game schedule. LAREDO UNITED LONGHORNS—Coach: Archie Ramos. 2010-11: 28-7/17-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Thomas Johnson; 5-11 Sr. Abraham Rubio; 5-9 Jr. Raul Moreno. TexPreps Basketball | Page 34 GAME: United advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Edinburg and captured the school’s third consecutive district title. Longhorns graduated district MVP Fred Juarez but should otherwise field another strong team competing for a playoff berth. Johnson returns after a first team all-district season and is joined Ricardo Pena SA Taft by honorable mention Moreno. LAREDO UNITED SOUTH PANTHERS— Coach: Carmelo Gonzalez. 2010-11: 25-9/14-4. NAMES: Jr. Roli Valdez; Sr. Jose Cardenas; Sr. John Garcia. GAME: United South advanced to the area round against Edinburg, the school’s first post-season visit since 2003. Panthers turned around their district record from 4-10 to 14-4. Now that the team has a good winning taste, it looks to build on a playoff streak behind returning honorable mention all-district talents Valdez, Cardenas and Garcia. LAREDO MARTIN TIGERS—Coach: Hecky Noyola, Jr. 201011: 8-25/5-13. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Carlos “C.J.” Martinez, 16 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Edgar Benavides; 5-8 Jr. Mark Duron; 5-8 Jr. Ramiro Alvarez. GAME: Martin missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. This is a team that should firmly be in the playoff mix behind first team all-district and LMT all-city Martinez, second teamer Benavides and honorable mention Alvarez. DEL RIO RAMS—Coach: Jorge Martinez. 2010-11: 7-11 (district). NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Phillip Fuentes; Jr. Albert Garcia. GAME: Garcia is the unquestioned leader of this team following an honorable mention all-district campaign. LAREDO NIXON MUSTANGS—Coach: Pete Solis Jr. (72-64). 2010-11: 15-18/7-11. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Martin Ceja; 5-11 Jr. Ricky Arana; 5-6 Sr. Ralph Diaz; Sr. Gilbert Contreras; Sr. Joey Pena; Jr. Carlos Hughes; 6-2 Jr. Rolando Bustamante. GAME: Nixon missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year and graduated a number of key all-district seniors including Andy Fernandez and Diego De Leon. EAGLE PASS EAGLES—Coach: Greg Reinhart. 2010-11: 1020/6-12. NAMES: Sr. Clemente Roman; Sr. Jorge Betancourt; Sr. Jose Lombrana; Sr. Julian Nandin; Sr. Kevin Galvan; Sr. Jeremiah Brandt. GAME: Eagle Pass is needing to replace graduated all-district talent Carlos Tapia and three other honorable mention selections. LAREDO LBJ WOLVES—Coach: Bill Groogan. 2010-11: 248/14-4. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Javier Rodriguez, 15 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Peter Servin, 2.8 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Ricky Castro, 4 spg. GAME: LBJ advanced to bi-district against McAllen Rowe. Servin was defensive player of the year while Rodriguez was all-district and Castro was honorable mention alldistrict. Three quality guards return who can defend, ball handle and score. Wolves will try to maximize their opportunities whenever possible. Coach Groogan sees most games with an over/under number in the low 70s. Team must rebound better. LAREDO CIGARROA TOROS—Coach: Jorge Rodriguez. 2010-11: 12-21/5-13. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jesus Fraga; Sr. J.J. Delgado; 6-2 Sr. Oscar Salinas. GAME: Cigarroa missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Watch for second team all-district Fraga and honorable mention tab Delgado to lead the Toros. EAGLE PASS WINN MAVERICKS—Coach: J.T. Sanchez. 2010-11: 4-27/0-18. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Cristian Paredes; 5-4 Sr. Eric Benavides; Jr. Rogelio Roque; Jr. Adrian Jimenez; Sr. David Garcia; Sr. Raul Martinez; Sr. Isaac “Chuck” Jimenez; Sr. Francisco Lopez. GAME: In order to win more, Winn will have to replace graduated all-district players Mychal Sanchez, Leo Zuniga and Max Castillo. DISTRICT 30-5A MCALLEN MEMORIAL MUSTANGS—Coach: Sam Cortez. 2010-11: 22-11/12-2. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Juan “Papito” Gonzalez; 6-1 Sr. Gus Martinez; 6-2 Jr. Pablo Adame. GAME: Memorial advanced to bi-district against Laredo United South. Mustangs return three starters and hope to compete for the district title. Watch for first team all- district Gonzalez, second teamer Martinez and honorable mention all-district Adame to all have huge seasons. MCALLEN ROWE WARRIORS—Coach: Jose Yebra. 2010-11: 29-4/13-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Ari Fernandez. GAME: Rowe advanced to the area round against Harlingen and should again be very competitive in this district despite the loss of graduated district MVP Josh Torralba. Fernandez was on the all-defensive team and offers senior leadership. MISSION SHARYLAND RATTLERS—Coach: David Keith (9868). 2010-11: 18-16/8-6. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Quino Pistokache; 6-4 Sr. Mauricio Ollervides; 5-9 Sr. Neel Patel; 6-5 Sr. John Madrigal. GAME: Sharyland advanced to bi-district against Laredo United for the second consecutive season. Pistokache was selected first team all-district and also placed on the alldefensive team. LA JOYA COYOTES—Coach: Ricardo Cantu, Jr. 2010-11: 1715/6-8. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Johnny Hinojosa; 6-3 Sr. Alex Alaniz; 6-3 Sr. Mario Tamez; 6-2 Sr. Ricky Salinas. GAME: La Joya will be amongst the teams in this league vying for a playoff spot behind newcomer of the year Tamez and honorable mention Salinas. MCALLEN BULLDOGS—Coach: Homer Garr. 2010-11: 1914/11-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Eric Silva; 6-3 Sr. James Kittleman; 5-5 Jr. Andre Saldana; 5-10 Sr. Elijah Hernandez; 6-1 Sr. Robert Valdez. GAME: McAllen advanced to bi-district against Laredo Alexander but graduated eight seniors off the roster. MISSION EAGLES—Coach: Toro Martinez. 2010-11: 1218/2-12. NAMES: Jr. Peter Arizpe. GAME: Arizpe took home second team all-district honors for the Eagles, the second consecutive year the young talent has been acknowledged. LA JOYA PALMVIEW LOBOS—Coach: Andy Saenz. 2010-11: 5-25/2-12. NAMES: Sr. Dominic Garza. GAME: Palmview turns to the talents of second team alldistrict Garza to guide the attack. DONNA REDSKINS—Coach: Zeke Rodriguez. 2010-11: 5-21/2-12. GAME: Donna showed some improvement last year with a couple of district wins, two more than they had the previous season. DISTRICT 31-5A HARLINGEN CARDINALS—Coach: Greg Yates (271-118). 2010-11: 30-7/12-2. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Daniel Ybarra; 5-6 Jr. Gilbert Reza; 6-0 Sr. Pete Robles; 6-2 Sr. Charlie Powers; 5-9 Jr. Omar Hunter. GAME: Harlingen advanced to the regional semifinals against San Antonio MacArthur. Ybarra was celebrated as the district newcomer of the year while Robles, Hunter, Reza and Powers were all honorable mention selections. EDINBURG NORTH COUGARS—Coach: Rudy B. Garcia (292-245). 2010-11: 18-15/9-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Sam Cavazos; 5-7 Sr. Mando Peralta, 4.5 ppg., 2.4 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Brandon Davila, 9 ppg., 6.7 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Aaron Beltran, 6.7 ppg., 3.1 rpg.; 5-8 Soph. Brian Beltran, 4.8 ppg., 2.5 rpg. GAME: Edinburg North advanced to bi-district against Weslaco, the school’s first playoff appearance in 13 years. Team will have a lot of experience, quickness, speed and overall ability. Cavazos was named second team all-district while Davila, Peralta, Aaron Beltran and Brian Beltran were all honorable mention picks. HARLINGEN SOUTH HAWKS—Coach: Brian Molina (11559). 2010-11: 23-10/10-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Mark Villegas, 14.1 ppg., 4.2 apg., 4.1 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Nick Garcia, 12.4 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 2 apg., 1.4 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Johnny Sauceda, 5 ppg., 4.4 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Lorenzo Monjaras, 4.1 ppg., 3.2 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Jaelen Molina, 3 ppg. GAME: South advanced to bi-district against Brownsville Hanna. Hawks return two starters and 10 lettermen led by ultra-quick point guard second team all-district Villegas and silky smooth honorable mention all-district Garcia. Team will hang its hat on their aggressive style man defense and long range three-point shooting. Sauceda and Monjaras were also on the honorable mention roster. EDINBURG ECONOMEDES JAGUARS—Coach: Lalo Rios (61-119). 2010-11: 16-16/4-10. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. John Barrientos, 13.9 ppg., 7.9 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. J.J. Velazquez, 12.1 ppg., 2.7 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Jesus Gonzalez, 7 ppg., 4.5 rpg.; Nick Garcia Mark Villegas Harlingen South Harlingen South 6-2 Sr. Ricky Cantu, 9.7 ppg., 7.3 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Christian Zuniga, 4.4 ppg., 2.3 rpg. GAME: Jaguars expect to battle for a district title with all starters coming back. Team experience, size and speed will be focal points in the team’s overall success. Barrientos was first team all-district while Velazquez was on the second team and Gonzalez, Cantu and Zuniga were all honorable mention. EDINBURG BOBCATS—Coach: Zeke Cuellar. 2010-11: 333/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Matthew Garza; 5-7 Jr. Emilio Trejo; 6-2 Sr. Nick McAllef; 6-5 Sr. Noe Espericueta; 5-10 Jr. Raul Palma; 6-6 Jr. Gabriel Rivas. GAME: Edinburg advanced to the regional semifinals against San Antonio Taft and will be looking for replacements to step up for graduated district MVP Aaron Olvera. McAllef, Trejo, Espericueta, Rivas and Garza were all honorable mention all-district talents. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO NORTH RAIDERS—Coach: Jaime Gongora. 2010-11: 17-15/4-10. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Leeon Badillo; 5-5 Sr. Raymond Leal; 5-10 Sr. Steve Solis; 5-5 Sr. J.J. Salazar; 5-7 Sr. Adan Enriquez; 6-1 Jr. Artie Cuellar; 5-7 Sr. Mark Ramirez. GAME: The Raiders expect to be improved with the return of honorable mention all-district performers Salazar and Solis. Replacing first team all-district Isaac Garcia will be a challenge. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO MEMORIAL WOLVERINES— Coach: Roberto Silva (18-44). 2010-11: 7-23/3-11. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Juan Rosales, 15 ppg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Christian Ramirez, 7 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-11 Jr. Aaron Flores, 5 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Gilbert Pena, 7 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Jaime Borrego, 4 ppg., 6 rpg.; Sr. Porfirio Rodriguez. GAME: Coach Silva returns seven players who at one point in the season were in the starting lineup. Second team alldistrict Rosales, honorable mention Ramirez and Borrego started as sophomores the whole season and will be the catalysts this year. Pena and Porfirio Rodriguez are the lone seniors with varsity experience. The Wolverines are poised to make a run at the playoffs for the first time in school history. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO BEARS—Coach: Roy Garcia II. 2010-11: 5-24/1-13. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jesse Castillo; 6-1 Sr. Justin Gonzales. GAME: Gonzalez picked up second team all-district recognition while Castillo was honorable mention. DISTRICT 32-5A WESLACO PANTHERS—Coach: Gabe Valdez. 2010-11: 318/14-0. GAME: Weslaco advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Harlingen. The Panthers were rocked hard by graduation with district co-MVPs Raul Garcia and Garrison Lackey both graduating. BROWNSVILLE HANNA EAGLES—Coach: Todd Barckholtz. 2010-11: 25-9/12-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Victor Aguilar, 9.4 ppg., 3.5 apg.; 6-1 Jr. Lorenzo Garza, 10.7 ppg., 5.5 rpg. GAME: Hanna advanced to the area round against Laredo United. This will be a different-feeling season with the absence of retired long-time coach Don Denson. Look for a young and inexperienced team on the floor that will still work hard to be competitive in district. Aguilar was newcomer of the year while Garza was second team all-district. LOS FRESNOS FALCONS—Coach: Shawn Jones (281-186). 2010-11: 8-25/2-12. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Akeem Simien; 5-8 Jr. Erasto Renteria; 5-9 Sr. Kevin Cole; 5-8 Jr. Reno Martinez; 5-11 Jr. Eli Villarreal; 6-4 Sr. Christian Rodriguez. GAME: Watch for honorable mention selections Renteria, Simien and Cole to lead the Falcons in what is expected to be a return to the post-season after a two-year absence. BROWNSVILLE PORTER COWBOYS—Coach: Luis Garza (122-123). 2010-11: 17-16/7-7. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Hugo Salazar; 5-8 Jr. Gio Betancourt; 5-8 Sr. Jordan Morales; 5-10 Jr. Martin de los Santos; 6-0 Jr. Joel Garza; 5-10 Jr. Jonah Kavanaugh. GAME: Porter advanced to bi-district against Edinburg and should again be in the playoff chase. Watch for sophomore of the year Salazar, second team all-district Betancourt and honorable mentions de los Santos and Kavanaugh to be instrumental to the team’s success. BROWNSVILLE RIVERA RAIDERS—Coach: Saul M. Villarreal. 2010-11: 18-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. David Soto; 6-1 Sr. Juan Ortiz; 6-4 Sr. Ricky Gonzalez; 6-3 Sr. Hector Orozco; 5-10 Sr. Dominique Whitaker. GAME: Rivera advanced to bi-district against Harlingen and will once again be in post-season contention. Soto was district defensive player of the year while Ortiz and Whitaker were honorable mention all-district. BROWNSVILLE PACE VIKINGS—Coach: Jose Luis Ramirez. 2010-11: 11-18/6-8. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. CJ Armendariez. GAME: Pace seeks continued improvement and hopes to move up to the top tier of this league. BROWNSVILLE LOPEZ LOBOS—Coach: Luis Gonzalez. 2010-11: 12-20/3-11. NAMES: Sr. Rodolfo Aguirre; Sr. Lorenzo Rangel; Sr. Mateo Gutierrez; Jr. Gibert Vasquez; Jr. Efren Torres; Sr. Chris Perez; Sr. Jesus Jimenez; Sr. JJ Hernandez. GAME: The Lobos will be an improved pack behind first team all-district unanimous selection Jimenez and honorable mention nod Hernandez. SAN BENITO GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Eddie Abrego. 201011: 13-20/3-11. GAME: San Benito missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 4A BOYS T1. T1. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Dallas Kimball—Knights won it all last year and return state tourney MVP Shannon Lilly. Houston Yates—Lions received the exact number of votes as Kimball. This would be an incredible state final. Dallas Lincoln—Even with LeBryan Nash gone, don’t expect Leonard Bishop’s Tigers to go quietly into the night. Fort Worth Arlington Heights—Yellowjackets have a new coaching staff but more of the same talent that has recently excelled. Dallas South Oak Cliff—The third entry out of the Dallas ISD gives the district three of the state’s top five teams. Rosenberg Terry—All-state Derrick Griffin leads a powerful lineup and a team gunning for its third consecutive district title and more. San Antonio Alamo Heights—Regional quarterfinalist Mules have a new coaching staff but welcome back district MVP Jeffrey Rodewald. Tyler John Tyler—Expect the Lions to be one of the teams battling out of an incredibly tough Region 2. Ennis—This is a rising basketball program that will call on district MVP Jordan Mason to continue its ascent. Beaumont Ozen—A top 10 state list without the Panthers just wouldn’t be right, and this team garnered the votes to stay in the grouping. CLASS 4A DISTRICT 1-4A EL PASO ANDRESS EAGLES—Coach: James Forbes (460349). 2010-11: 19-12/12-2. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Devin Simmons, 12.2 ppg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 5-10 Jr. De’jon Scott, 4 ppg.; 5-10 Soph. Eddie Sinegal, 5.6 ppg.; 5-8 Jr. Dalvyn Collins. GAME: Andress advanced to the area round against Denton Ryan. This is a very young, guard loaded team. The defending district champs look to play uptempo this season thanks to the return of one of the top guards in West Texas in first team all-district Simmons. EL PASO CHAPIN HUSKIES—Coach: Thomas Shukitt (21694). 2010-11: 17-15/9-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Cody Hildreth; 6-2 Sr. Ishmael Larkin; Trevor Debourg; Logan Johnson. GAME: Chapin advanced to bi-district against El Paso Parkland. The Huskies will play a fundamentally sound brand of ball and have team unity. EL PASO BURGES MUSTANGS—Coach: Robert Cordova. 2010-11: 18-13/7-7. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Josh Varner; 5-11 Sr. Malcolm Stewart; 5-11 Jr. Aaron Jones; 5-9 Jr. Alvin Jones; 5-5 Sr. James Fragoso; 6-3 Jr. Kevin Brooks; Sr. Justin Ramirez. GAME: Burges advanced to bi-district against El Paso Riverside. Mustangs will again be dangerous behind first team all-district Aaron Jones, the only sophomore named to the unit. Alvin Jones was on the second team as a sophomore while Stewart was honorable mention. EL PASO BOWIE BEARS—Coach: Daniel Celaya (70-109). 2010-11: 22-8/12-2. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. James Puga; 5-10 Sr. Joey Hidalgo; 6-2 Sr. Sergio Diaz; Jesse Lopez. GAME: Bowie advanced to the area round against The Colony, the second consecutive year they have been eliminated by the Cougars. Lopez was second team all-district and second team all-city, while Diaz was honorable mention alldistrict. Team will rely on experience, but will need to work on quickness to stay with the quick teams in the district. EL PASO AUSTIN PANTHERS—Coach: Stacy Spencer. 201011: 18-12/7-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Ivan Baker; 6-4 Sr. Dalton Moore; 5-6 Sr. Evan Williams; 5-6 Sr. Alec Villa; 6-6 Jr. Oliver Guerrero; 6-2 Sr. Daniel Pena; 6-0 Sr. Zachary Green. GAME: Austin missed the playoffs in a fourth place tiebreaker after going to the regional semifinals the previous year. Watch for newcomer of the year Guerrero to try and return the Panthers to the post-season. Help comes from second team all-district Baker. EL PASO JEFFERSON SILVER FOXES—Coach: Jesse Uranga. 2010-11: 14-13/6-8. NAMES: Jr. Andres Gomez; Sr. Gilbert Ramirez; Sr. Frank Acevedo; Sr. Oscar Guillen; Sr. Christian Portillo; Sr. Zach Fierro; Sr. Jose Lopez; Sr. Charlie Shane; Sr. Brandon Chung. GAME: Look for honorable mention all-district selection Ramirez to be the team’s go-to guy. EL PASO IRVIN ROCKETS—Coach: David Ortega. 2010-11: 5-23/3-11. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Jacques Davidson; 5-4 Jr. Andres Lujan; 5-4 Sr. Adam Frias; 5-7 Sr. Damere Johnson; 5-5 Sr. Brandon Wyatt; 5-9 Jr. Adrain Valtierra. GAME: Davidson was a bright spot with an honorable mention all-district year in an otherwise difficult season. EL PASO HIGH TIGERS—Coach: Mark Reynolds. 2010-11: 2-29/0-14. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Aidan Slavin; 5-7 Sr. Josue Schlemm; 5-9 Soph. Bryant Wolfe; 5-7 Jr. Omar Ponce; 6-4 Jr. Anthony TexPreps Basketball | Page 35 5A Michael Grant Wolfforth Frenship Colton Hendrix Wolfforth Frenship Tyler Rogers Wolfforth Frenship Campbell; 6-0 Sr. Christian Bastidas; 6-2 Sr. Irving Torres. GAME: Slavin and Campbell are a pair of young juniors who were named honorable mention all-district and will lead the Tigers. DISTRICT 2-4A EL PASO RIVERSIDE RANGERS—Coach: Javier Vela. 201011: 22-10/11-1. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Enrique Borreol, 13 ppg., 8 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-10 Sr. Brian Hinojo, 13 ppg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Alexis Donacio, 9 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 bpg.; 6-1 Soph. Alex Rodriguez, 8 ppg., 4 apg., 2 spg. GAME: Riverside advanced to the area round against Wolfforth Frenship. Rangers are looking forward to another district title as they return all of last year’s players, led by district co-MVP Borreol and all-city honorable mention Hinojo. There is more experience and a deeper bench that should result in more wins. EL PASO PARKLAND MATADORS—Coach: Jeremy Vanley (100-46). 2010-11: 27-6/11-1. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Eddie Caruth; 5-10 Jr. Jordan Zamudio; 5-5 Jr. Mike Clemons; Sr. Daniel Corral. GAME: Parkland advanced to the area round against Amarillo Palo Duro. Matadors took a graduation hit and will look at replacing eight players no longer on the roster. SAN ELIZARIO EAGLES—Coach: Paul Gutierrez. 2010-11: 16-16/6-6. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Humberto Orozco; 6-3 Sr. Sergio Frausto; 5-7 Sr. Jonathan Hernandez; 5-10 Sr. Saul Onzures. GAME: San Elizario advanced to bi-district against El Paso Andress and is expected to again be a likely playoff participant out of this district. CANUTILLO EAGLES—Coach: Larry Morales. 2010-11: 1416/5-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Robert Simental; 5-7 Jr. Anthony Vasquez; 5-9 Sr. Gabriel Acevedo; 5-8 Jr. Joseph Ortega; 6-2 Sr. AJ Canales; 5-8 Jr. Joshua Varela; 5-8 Sr. Ryan Payan; 5-9 Jr. Franky Esparza; 5-7 Jr. Danny Barazza; 5-10 Jr. Angel Zuniga; 6-0 Jr. Isaac Arroyo; 6-0 Soph. Michael Porras; 6-2 Soph. Jonathan Rodriguez; 6-3 Sr. Oscar Cabral. GAME: Canutillo missed the playoffs after advancing the previous season and is looking at replacing a stable of graduated senior talent. The Eagles slid to 5-7 in district just a year after going 13-1. EL PASO DEL VALLE CONQUISTADORS—Coach: Will Churchill. 2010-11: 13-19/4-8. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Mike Atkins, 7 ppg., 4 apg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Damian Gillespie, 7 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Del Valle fields a talented young group with seven returning varsity players and two starters. It is a team that believes it should be in playoff contention. EL PASO YSLETA INDIANS—Coach: Hector Avila Jr. (214138) 2010-11: 17-17/5-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Brandon Aguirre; 6-1 Sr. Vince Melendez; 5-9 Sr. Andy Vega; 5-7 Sr. Leigh Rodriguez; 5-11 Soph. David Sosa. GAME: Ysleta advanced to bi-district against El Paso Bowie one year after a 3-11 district finish. CLINT HORIZON SCORPIONS—Coach: Lee Williams. 201011: 1-26/0-12. GAME: One year after falling in a three-way tie for the final playoff berth, Horizon hit especially hard times in a onewin season. DISTRICT 3-4A WOLFFORTH FRENSHIP TIGERS—Coach: Jason Dear (205126). 2010-11: 25-10/11-3. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Tyler Rogers, 13.5 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 2 apg., 2.5 spg.; 6-4 Jr. Michael Grant, 15.5 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 3 apg., 3.1 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Colton Hendrix, 7.1 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: Frenship advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Denton Ryan. Tigers return three starters and eight lettermen and will have to win some games early to have some confidence going into a tough district. Five of the 10 TexPreps Basketball | Page 36 players are in football, so the team hopes to come together quickly after the football season. Grant was outstanding and named Avalanche-Journal all-South Plains 5A-4A player of the year and district co-newcomer of the year while Rogers was on the first team. AMARILLO PALO DURO DONS—Coach: Jeff Evans (350150). 2010-11: 27-7/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Dyonne Luke, 8.7 ppg., 3 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Kolton Dunn, 9.1 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Charleston White. GAME: Palo Duro advanced to regional quarterfinals against The Colony but must replace graduated district MVP Trestin Clay. This year’s team will face the same set of challenges as last year’s team, overcoming a lack of interior size with consistent scoring and rebounding by committee. Dons will have to maintain a high level of focus and energy to get defensive stops with a small team. CANYON RANDALL RAIDERS—Coach: Leslie Broadhurst (465-302). 2010-11: 20-11/9-5. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Ridrell Holman, 15.6 ppg., 6.3 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Zach Carlisle, 6.1 ppg., 4.3 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Trey Ingram, 9.7 ppg., 3.8 rpg.; 5-11 Jr. Logan Brittain, 5.2 ppg., 3 apg. GAME: Randall advanced to bi-district against The Colony. Three starters and seven lettermen return including all-district performers Holman and Ingram. Raiders will feature good guard play but must improve defensively and find some rebounders. This team has all the makings of being very competitive. CANYON EAGLES—Coach: Guy Crenshaw (234-187). 201011: 11-18/7-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Ashton Elmquist; 6-2 Sr. Will Toliver; 5-11 Sr. Trevor Davis; Sr. Austin King; 6-2 Sr. Clay Halencak; Sr. Isaac Williams; Sr. Luke Rohrbach; 5-9 Jr. Wyatt Sippy; 6-1 Jr. Jesse Stigler. GAME: Canyon advanced to bi-district against Denton Ryan and graduated just one senior from its roster. Sippy gathered co-newcomer of the year recognition as well as first team all-district while Toliver was on the second team. PLAINVIEW BULLDOGS—Coach: Leon Hagerman. 2010-11: 12-19/5-9. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Daniel Miller; 5-10 Sr. Jaylon Jackson; 5-9 Sr. Josh Smiley; 6-0 Sr. Kendrick Fennell; 5-10 Sr. Avysh Hearvey; 6-2 Sr. Jarod Bailey; 5-7 Sr. Quaveien Thomas; 5-10 Sr. Chris Salazar. GAME: Plainview missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Look for second team all-district Jackson to be the new go-to player in the absence of graduated talent Michael Curry. HEREFORD WHITEFACES—Coach: Kirk Ellis (180-252). 2010-11: 11-19/6-8. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Nate Adams, 18.1 ppg., 3.5 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Jordan Streun, 8.2 ppg., 5.6 rpg. GAME: Hereford fought for a playoff position last year until the last game. Team should be able to shoot and will be a bit bigger on the inside this year, but will need to play tough defense and rebound. Watch for second team alldistrict Adams to lead. AMARILLO CAPROCK LONGHORNS—Coach: Quincy Nodine. 2010-11: 9-19/5-9. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Kaleen Jones; 5-10 Jr. Michael Guerrero; 5-11 Jr. Addison Bustos; 6-1 Sr. Brandon Martinez; 6-0 Sr. Gerardo Arevalo. GAME: Longhorns not only graduated first team all-district Mawen Maywin but will definitely miss his 6-8 height. DUMAS DEMONS—Coach: Marcus Klingsick. 2010-11: 5-25/1-13. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Clayton Baker; 6-0 Jr. Rylan Gerber; 5-10 Sr. Andres Baskin; 5-10 Soph. Nathan Thomas; 5-10 Soph. Dylan Hatley; 6-0 Jr. Josh Diaz; 5-10 Soph. Benton Bilbrey; 5-11 Sr. Tanner Hallford; 6-1 Jr. Jordan Hutcherson; 6-2 Sr. Slayton Hatley. GAME: Dumas is an incredibly young team that graduated only one senior from the roster. DISTRICT 4-4A LITTLE ELM LOBOS—Coach: Rusty Segler. 2010-11: 1614/8-4. NAMES: Jr. Anthony Egwu; 6-3 Jr. Biron Joseph; 5-9 Jr. Davante Pullum; 5-9 Sr. Bryan Owens; 6-1 Sr. Michael Blanchette; 6-2 Sr. Lamont West. GAME: Little Elm advanced to bi-district against Wolfforth Frenship. The team’s time has come under second year Coach Segler for a program expected to battle for a district championship. Joseph and Pullum were both first team alldistrict as sophomores and will have this team humming for a couple of years along with second teamer Egwu, yet another junior this year. DENTON RYAN RAIDERS—Coach: Bryce Overstreet (142-108). 2010-11: 25-9/12-0. NAMES: 6-0 S Jr. Trey Mohair, 13 ppg., 4 Drew Charles Slayton Vaughan Azle Azle rpg., 3.6 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Sam Johnson, 9 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Trey Cook, 7 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Ryan advanced to the regional semifinals against Fort Worth Arlington Heights. Raiders are small and athletic and very good defensively. Team is coming off three district championships and the regional semis, so the kids understand winning. Mohair was district defensive player of the year while Johnson was newcomer of the year. THE COLONY COUGARS—Coach: Cleve Ryan. 2010-11: 2412/9-3. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Antoine Burrell; 5-9 Sr. Kendall Jones. GAME: The Colony advanced to the regional final against Fort Worth Arlington Heights. Cougars graduated alldistrict stars A.J. Price and Brent Okpoh and will turn to second team all-district performers Burrell and Jones to continue the success the program has experienced in recent years. WICHITA FALLS COYOTES—Coach: Carl Pennington (174108). 2010-11: 12-18/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. D.J. Jordan, 14 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 2.5 apg., 2.3 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Bubba Mathis, 12.3 ppg., 4.2 rpg., 2.5 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Jerod Frank, 6 ppg.; Brandon Brown; Thomas Morrison. GAME: Wichita Falls advanced to bi-district against Amarillo Palo Duro. Coyotes will be very coachable and will be able to shoot the ball. Look for 10-12 players to see action. Challenges include needing to find a proven point guard and rebounding as a team. Mathis was first team all-district as a sophomore while Jordan was on the second team. WICHITA FALLS RIDER RAIDERS—Coach: LaKeith Grant. 2010-11: 10-16/4-8. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Zach Dickey, 10 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-7 Sr. Matt Temple, 8 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. JT Barrett, 6 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Coach Grant is new on the scene to a club that returns several players from a young and inexperienced group. Raiders should be improved and have an opportunity to compete in a tough district. Barrett was named to the all-defensive team. DENTON BRONCOS—Coach: Harold Jackson (61-111). 2010-11: 6-25/2-10. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Michael Jackson; 6-0 Sr. Dentton Hudspeth; 6-1 Sr. J.J. Harper; 5-9 Jr. Wendall Williams; 6-0 Sr. Matthew Perry; 6-0 Jr. Manny Patterson; 6-1 Sr. Devonte Hicks. GAME: Denton missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The Broncos will be a post-season contender this year behind all-defensive team honoree Harper. LAKE DALLAS FALCONS—Coach: Matthew Kloske. 2010-11: 4-23/1-11. NAMES: Sr. Daveon Parrish. GAME: No one said this district was going to be easy. Lake Dallas has had a tough go of things but is pleased to return all-defensive honoree Parrish. DISTRICT 5-4A AZLE HORNETS—Coach: Eddy Prather. 2010-11: 26-5/14-0. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Drew Charles, 17.8 ppg., 4.8 apg.; 6-7 Jr. Slayton Vaughan, 6.6 ppg.; 6-3 Sr. Weston Wood; 6-0 Jr. Trevor McDaniel; 6-1 Jr. Zack Roberson. GAME: Azle advanced to the area round against Hewitt Midway. Second team Star-Telegram Super team performer and district MVP Charles leads the Hornets seeking his and the team’s fourth consecutive district championship. Team will be inexperienced after losing three starters but a strong JV team will help out. Second team all-district Vaughan is the other returning starter. THE TROPHY CLUB BYRON NELSON BOBCATS—Coach: Scott Curran. 2010-11: 22-11/11-3. NAMES: Sr. Corron Green; Jr. Conor Mullis; Jr. Keyunta Watkins; Sr. Ryan Lexa; Sr. Vincent Reza; Jr. Chris Nickells; Jr. Cliff Campbell; Sr. Josh Hernandez; Sr. Laurent Tshisekedi; Sr. Jesse Hernandez; Sr. Andrew Mitchell; Sr. Chase Karrenbrock; Sr. Keithie X-Gray; Sr. Brandon Keaveny; Sr. Cody Montierth. GAME: Nelson advanced to bi-district against Fort Worth Southwest. Now in its second year, the Bobcats are salivating at the opportunity to win a district championship. With a stacked roster coming back, this team is armed and ready for bigger things. Watch for offensive player of the year Watkins, first team all-district Green and second teamer Lexa to make this team go. BIRDVILLE HAWKS—Coach: Jeff Fitch (307-248). 2010-11: 15-15/8-6. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jimmy King, 10.8 ppg., 5.9 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Cris Sawyer, 14.9 ppg.; 6-0 Sr. Aaron Esslinger, 2 ppg.; 6-7 Sr. Aaron Hughes, 3.8 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 2.2 bpg.; 6-3 Jr. Ben Barnett, 4.9 ppg., 5.3 rpg. GAME: Birdville advanced to bi-district against Fort Worth Trimble Tech. Hawks will be experienced as eight lettermen return. King was first team all-district while Sawyer was on the second team. A key to improvement will be the continued development of bigs Hughes and Barnett. SAGINAW BOSWELL PIONEERS—Coach: Don Boen. 201011: 9-15/7-7. GAME: Boswell advanced to bi-district against Fort Worth Arlington Heights, culminating a nice season in which the team turned around a 2-12 district mark the previous year. KELLER TIMBER CREEK FALCONS—Coach: Brad Mouser. 2010-11: 8-25/1-13. NAMES: Jr. Ray Munson; Sr. Isaiah Willis. GAME: The Falcons are ready to be one of the district playoff teams despite the infancy of the program. Watch for sophomore newcomer of the year Munson and second team all-district Willis to have this team headed upward. ALEDO BEARCATS—Coach: Steve Smith. 2010-11: 13-18/6-8. NAMES: Soph. Taylor Johnson; 5-11 Sr. Jonathan Gray; 6-1 Sr. Matthew Bishop; 6-4 Sr. Pierce Gentry. GAME: Aledo is likely in the middle of the district pack but could contend with newcomer of the year Johnson and second team all-district Bishop. FORT WORTH BREWER BEARS—Coach: Jason Porostovsky (40-55). 2010-11: 9-22/5-9. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Christian McNeil-Armstrong, 5 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Jalen Bridges, 12 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Cameron Brown, 3 ppg.; 6-3 Jr. Dylan Vilares, 4 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Zack Forrest, 3 apg. GAME: Bears will be improved from last year. Team returns several starters from a competitive team last year. Bridges was first team all-district. SPRINGTOWN PORCUPINES—Coach: James Rike. 2010-11: 20-21/4-10. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Joseph Doremus, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Kylan Gutierrez, 8 ppg.; 6-4 Jr. Dillon Stubbs; 5-9 Sr. Jacob Whiteman; 5-9 Soph. Dylan Ray. GAME: Springtown should be young but deep at several positions. Ray is a long distance threat after connecting on 40 percent of his threes last year. 5-10 Jr. Kendrick Salone; 5-9 Sr. Jerome Green; 6-2 Sr. Alphonzo Gibson; 6-4 Sr. Reginald Scott; Sr. Dinzelle Hughes; 5-10 Jr. Andrew Nunley; 6-0 Jr. Deon Daniels; 5-9 Sr. Markiece Dowell; Jr. Sam Madison. GAME: Second team all-district Salone will lead a Chaps team that should be hovering near the top of this FWISD district. FORT WORTH SOUTHWEST RAIDERS—Coach: John Church. 2010-11: 24-12/13-5. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Robbie Rhodes; 6-3 Jr. Nick Boone; 5-10 Jr. Wesley Harris; 5-10 Sr. Trey Colbert; 5-9 Jr. Willie Robinson; 6-1 Jr. Victor Holmes; 5-3 Sr. Jordan Boone. GAME: Southwest advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district foe Arlington Heights. Raiders graduated first team all-district seniors Brandon Gould and Jonathan Martin and will need to find capable replacements. Rhodes nabbed second team all-district recognition and is a starting point for Southwest. FORT WORTH EASTERN HILLS HIGHLANDERS—Coach: Felley Donaldson. 2010-11: 21-12/13-5. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Benny West; 6-3 Sr. Elijah Johnson; 6-3 Sr. Lee Randolph; 6-5 Sr. Juan Romero; 6-5 Sr. Jamal Terry; 6-3 Sr. Dewy Davis; 6-5 Sr. Tedron Woods. GAME: Eastern Hills advanced to bi-district against Azle. The Highlanders are another team that graduated two first team all-district seniors in Chris Gibson and Bertram O’Neal along with five other seniors. Randolph returns following second team all-district recognition. FORT WORTH DUNBAR FLYING WILDCATS—Coach: Robert Hughes Jr. 2010-11: 8-21/7-11. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Deon Rodgers. GAME: Dunbar missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The Flying Wildcats are trying to return to their decades-of-excellence ranking and will lean on first team all-district Rodgers to get there. FORT WORTH WESTERN HILLS COUGARS—Coach: Carter Dunbar. 2010-11: 8-22/5-13. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Brendan Wagner; 6-2 Jr. Joe Smith; 6-4 Jr. MacKenzie Sawin; 6-5 Jr. Calan Epps. GAME: The Cougars bring talent to the table in offensive player of the year Smith and second team all-district Wagner. FORT WORTH SOUTH HILLS SCORPIONS—Coach: John Jacks (27-61). 2010-11: 6-24/2-16. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Clifton Elliott. GAME: South Hills is likely destined for a lower tier finish in a top-heavy district. FORT WORTH NORTH SIDE STEERS—Coach: Eric Shelton. 2010-11: 11-19/5-13. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Ramon White; 6-4 Jr. Alex Billiot; 6-2 Sr. Daniel Castro. GAME: White capped off an excellent year by being named second team all-district. FORT WORTH CARTER-RIVERSIDE EAGLES—Coach: David Allen. 2010-11: 3-22/1-17. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jordan Moore; 6-0 Jr. Reggie Timms; 6-1 Sr. Ryan Watkins; 5-10 Sr. Fred Jones. GAME: The Eagles will be younger this year after the loss of nine seniors from the roster. DISTRICT 6-4A DISTRICT 7-4A FORT WORTH ARLINGTON HEIGHTS YELLOWJACKETS— Coach: Josh Welch. 2010-11: 32-4/18-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Cedrick Bowman, 5 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Travis Williams, 12 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-6 Jr. Ashawn Robinson, 7 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-7 Jr. Damontre McFarland, 6 rpg., 2 bpg. GAME: The Yellowjackets capped an outstanding season with a state semifinal appearance against La Marque. Team greets a new coaching staff and returns Region 1 and district MVP Williams, along with district newcomer of the year Robinson and honorable mention all-district Bowman. There is size inside for a team returning three starters and several key players. FORT WORTH TRIMBLE TECH BULLDOGS—Coach: Wendell N. Ivory. 2010-11: 29-3/16-2. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Charles Hill, 14.3 ppg., 2.8 spg.; Sr. Brandon Jackson; Sr. Julius Harris; Sr. Damarian Gipson; Sr. David Endsley. GAME: Trimble Tech advanced to the regional semifinals against The Colony. First team all-district Hill is an outstanding talent and was also selected to the Star-Telegram Super Team second team roster. FORT WORTH O.D. WYATT CHAPARRALS—Coach: Rodney McFadden. 2010-11: 14-14/9-9. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Tremaine Whitley; 5-10 Sr. Johnny Perry; CROWLEY EAGLES—Coach: Alfred Jones (174-59). 201011: 22-12/11-3. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Deondre Ray, 18.1 ppg., 11.3 rpg., 4.6 apg., 4 spg., 2 bpg.; 6-3 Sr. LeTron Manning, 8.6 ppg., 4.2 rpg., 3.3 apg.; 6-7 Jr. Kyle Wilson, 12 ppg., 9 rpg., 3 bpg.; 6-5 Jr. Tim Thomas; 6-6 Jr. Rodney Carte. GAME: Crowley advanced to bi-district against Stephenville. Offensive player of the year Ray averaged a doubledouble and is one of the top players in the region, while Wilson ranks as a top 10 state player. Manning was district newcomer of the year. Thomas returns after missing last season due to an injury. MANSFIELD SUMMIT JAGUARS—Coach: Jason Mutterer (212-97). 2010-11: 26-9/12-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Joel Kapiamba; 6-2 Soph. Emmanuel Mudlay; 6-3 Sr. Darius Tabron; 6-1 Sr. Patrick Tsu; 5-5 Sr. Keon Campbell; 6-0 Sr. Austin Callier; 6-0 Sr. Jalen Flowers; 6-1 Jr. Trey Johnson; 6-3 Sr. Avery Schwab. GAME: Summit advanced to the area round against Fort Worth Arlington Heights. Jaguars will look to replace graduated district MVP Wesley Davis and will turn to talented first team all-district performer Kapiamba. EVERMAN BULLDOGS—Coach: Jay Mathieson (190-94). 2010-11: 28-6/13-1. Cedrick Bowman Arl. Heights Ashawn Robinson Arl. Heights Travis Williams Arl. Heights NAMES: Sr. Lincoln Richard; 6-0 Sr. Horace Richardson; Sr. Tori Boozer. GAME: Everman advanced to the area round against Fort Worth Trimble Tech. Bulldogs will be younger and needing to replace graduated all-district performers Monty Grays and Watson Harden. First team all-district Richard is a solid talent and will have help from second teamers Richardson and Boozer. ARLINGTON SEGUIN COUGARS—Coach: Bobby Thigpen (49-76). 2010-11: 13-21/7-7. NAMES: 6-8 Sr. Kelvin Downs; 6-6 Jr. Greg Wesley; 5-9 Jr. Marcus Frazier; 5-9 Jr. Chris Boleware; 6-4 Jr. Brandon Parrish; 6-0 Jr. Torrey Henry; 6-0 Jr. Richard Holden; 5-11 Sr. Erik Wright; 6-0 Jr. Ashon Maze. GAME: Seguin advanced to the area round against Fort Worth Southwest. Downs was up in a first team all-district season that has the Cougars excited about this year. Boleware was the district sophomore of the year while Frazier was second team all-district. BURLESON ELKS—Coach: Ted Tomchesson. 2010-11: 1019/4-10. NAMES: Sr. Turner Schwarz. GAME: Burleson missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Elks will continue improving behind first team all-district Schwarz. GRANBURY PIRATES—Coach: David Breazeale. 2010-11: 11-14/6-8. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Conner Adams. GAME: Pirates graduated two all-district performers in Dillion Coplin and Zack Price who will need to be replaced. Adams is a good starting point following a second team alldistrict campaign. CLEBURNE YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Travis Edwards. 2010-11: 4-24/2-12. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Vince Maes; 6-2 Sr. Conner Matyniuk; 6-2 Sr. Pete Black; 6-4 Jr. Quade Coward; 6-1 Sr. Preston Bullard; 6-0 Soph. Brezaun Miller; 5-10 Jr. Tucker Nolen; 6-0 Soph. Kameron Pickett; 6-0 Sr. Patrick Morgan; 6-0 Sr. Haden Wright. GAME: Matyniuk and Coward were selected as second team all-district picks and will lead Cleburne. JOSHUA OWLS—Coach: Dayton Barone. 2010-11: 2-29/014. NAMES: Jr. Tyler Wright; 6-0 Sr. Riley Davis; 6-0 Sr. Michael Keeton; Jr. Clint Loflin. GAME: Joshua looks to be improved behind second team all-district Wright. DISTRICT 8-4A KILLEEN KANGAROOS—Coach: Jason Fossett (309-154). 2010-11: 31-4/10-0. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Akeem Harrison, 4 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Jamison Hicks, 5ppg.; 6-2 Soph. Brian Long, 8 ppg., 5.8 rpg.; 6-5 Sr. Tevin Bartney, 8.4 ppg., 8.1 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Devari McCray, 4 ppg.; Victor Glaze; Ameer Lee. GAME: Killeen advanced to bi-district against Arlington Seguin. The Runnin’ Roos captured their sixth consecutive district title and will look to some new faces to continue their run as they must replace University of Houstonbound Tashawn Thomas. Killeen will look to returning starters Long and Bartney and five lettermen as well as a district champion JV that went 27-3. Some help could also come from a 21-9 freshman team. Roos will be inexperienced but hope that by the time district rolls around in mid-January they are ready for another playoff trip. Bartney was first team all-district while Hicks and Long were on the second team. WACO UNIVERSITY TROJANS—Coach: Tarl Lloyd, Jr. 201011: 16-18/6-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Antwan Nichols; 6-3 Sr. Calvin Richardson; Jr. Darius Littlejohn; 5-10 Sr. Curtis Johnson; 6-3 Sr. Adonis Haven; 6-3 Jr. Tyrone Jennings; 6-4 Sr. Fred Kelly; 5-10 Jr. Ray Washington. GAME: University advanced to bi-district against Mansfield Summit. Washington was named co-defensive player of the year while Jennings was sophomore of the year for a team expected to contend for a district title. Haven and Richardson were selected first team all-district while Littlejohn was second team. HEWITT MIDWAY PANTHERS—Coach: Rusty Walker (203153). 2010-11: 23-12/7-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Orion Stewart, 10.3 ppg., 3.7 rpg., 2.3 apg., 2.1 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Karmer Robertson; 5-10 Sr. Seth Rogers; 6-3 Jr. Chrishard Buhl, 6.7 ppg., 5.3 rpg.; 6-5 Sr. Shakiel Randolph. TexPreps Basketball | Page 37 4A GAME: Midway advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Fort Worth Trimble Tech. Panthers look toward another strong season with depth again being a strong suit behind three returning starters in first team all-district Stewart, second team all-district Buhl and honorable mention Robertson. Team will need to find ways to replace cocaptains Jay Hook (district offensive MVP and all-region) and Travis Corley (first team all-district). STEPHENVILLE YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Jonathan Normand. 2010-11: 19-11/4-6. NAMES: Jr. Arbor Kelmendi; 5-10 Sr. Brian Picha; 6-0 Sr. Miles Holstein; 6-2 Jr. Juder Stidham; 6-4 Sr. Josh Jenkins; 5-9 Sr. Tyler Floyd; 6-2 Sr. Avione Edwards. GAME: Stephenville advanced to bi-district against Everman and will again be in the playoff conversation. Kelmendi was named newcomer of the year while Stidham was second team all-district. WACO LIONS—Coach: John Weeks. 2010-11: 10-20/2-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Michael Coleman; Jr. Patrick Bean; Jr. Devion Green; Jr. Josh Porter. GAME: Waco failed to make the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Bean was named first team all-district as a sophomore while Green and Porter were honorable mention all-district. (Interesting footnote: This team has a Green and a Bean.) SAN ANGELO LAKE VIEW CHIEFS—Coach: Robert Chaney. 2010-11: 6-24/1-9. NAMES: Jr. Stefan Miller; Sr. Dominique Howard. GAME: Lake View will be hard-pressed to move up much in this district after losing all-district talents Matt Hummingbird and Rigo Muro. Howard will lead after an honorable mention all-district season. DISTRICT 9-4A CARROLLTON CREEKVIEW MUSTANGS—Coach: Jonathan Ellis (98-59). 2010-11: 15-17/8-6. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Aaron Brown, 9 ppg., 6.2 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Justin Cueto, 14.8 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Stephen Buckner, 11.3 ppg., 4.2 apg.; 6-8 Sr. Malcolm Thompson; 6-3 Sr. Chris Weatherd, 5.6 ppg., 5.3 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Adam Guay; 6-2 Sr. Justin Johnson; 6-0 Jr. Jordyn Peeler. GAME: Mustangs return six varsity lettermen including four starters to a team that missed the playoffs in a play-in game last season. All-district guards Cueto and Buckner lead a squad expecting to compete for district bragging rights. FRISCO RACCOONS—Coach: Andrew Steele 2010-11: 2211/10-4. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. R.J. White; 6-2 Jr. Ryan Thomas; 5-9 Sr. Adrian Singletary; 6-3 Jr. Max McKenty; 6-3 Sr. Dee Fields; 6-4 Sr. Lee Brown. GAME: Frisco advanced to bi-district against McKinney and will need to replace graduated district MVP Ben Dillard. Raccoons will be clamping down harder on the defensive end of the court behind all-defensive performer Thomas. FRISCO WAKELAND WOLVERINES—Coach: Brent Benningfield (106-49). 2010-11: 24-8/13-1. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Josh Harris; 6-3 Sr. Vashun Lusk; 6-7 Jr. Cameron Walker; 6-4 Soph. Noah Westerfield; 5-9 Soph. Sean Watkins. GAME: Wakeland advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Dallas Kimball. Wolverines look to defend the district title with a young team after losing eight seniors from last year. FRISCO CENTENNIAL TITANS—Coach: Mike Scarbrough (367-182). 2010-11: 24-10/11-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Bryant Rucker, 14 ppg., 3 spg., 3 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Alex Terrien, 5 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Brett McDonald; 6-3 Jr. Sam Azide, 4 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Erik Petersson. GAME: Centennial advanced to the area round against Dallas Lincoln. Titans graduated four starters and will be inexperienced, although help should come from a 25-2 JV. Watch for district offensive player of the year Rucker. CARROLLTON NEWMAN SMITH TROJANS—Coach: Percy Johnson (82-47). 2010-11: 10-20/3-11. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. David Lewis; 6-1 Jr. Walter Rickett; 5-9 Soph. Ben Higginbotham; 5-5 Soph. Darrion Brown; 6-4 Sr. Marquis Johnson; 6-3 Sr. Jordan Lockett. GAME: Newman Smith missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Lewis picked up first team all-district recognition while Rickett was on the second team and Brown was on the all-defensive squad. FRISCO LIBERTY REDHAWKS—Coach: Jim Miller. 2010-11: 18-14/8-6. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Lewis Hill; 5-8 Jr. Aaron Estes. GAME: Liberty advanced to the area round against Dallas TexPreps Basketball | Page 38 South Oak Cliff, turning around a 6-25/1-13 season the year before in a major way. FRISCO HERITAGE COYOTES—Coach: David Williams. 201011: 5-21/2-12. NAMES: Jr. Ben Podell; Sr. Kabre Keller; Soph. Jordan Corbitt; Soph. Jordan Box. GAME: Podell was the only sophomore named to the first team all-district list while Keller was on the all-defensive team. CARROLLTON R.L. TURNER LIONS—Coach: Chris Ortiz. 2010-11: 3-23/1-13. NAMES: 5-10 Soph. Lonnie Bolden; 6-4 Sr. Beau Carter; 6-4 Soph. Tyler Johnson; 5-10 Sr. Boris Penados; 5-11 Sr. Albert Rodriguez. GAME: Lions have had recent struggles and will count on some young sophomores to help along with a pair of solid seniors. Bolden was second team all-district as a freshman. DISTRICT 10-4A DALLAS HIGHLAND PARK SCOTS—Coach: David Piehler (311-191). 2010-11: 23-9/12-2. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. David Allen, 14 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-7 Jr. Chase Fletcher, 9 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Highland Park advanced to bi-district against Frisco Liberty. Scots lost nine seniors and only return two players with varsity experience. Fortunately one is co-newcomer of the year Fletcher while the other is first team all-district Allen, who dropped 53 points in a game against McKinney. RICHARDSON PEARCE MUSTANGS—Coach: Marc Johnson. 2010-11: 17-15/10-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Darius Revels; 6-1 Sr. Corey Coleman; 6-0 Sr. Kyle Parker; 6-4 Sr. Bradley Hulme; 6-3 Sr. Danny Gutmann; 6-1 Sr. Cameron O’Reilly; 6-0 Sr. Sam Bell; 5-9 Sr. Brandon Harper. GAME: Pearce advanced to bi-district against Frisco Centennial and should compete with the Scots for district honors. Watch for first team all-district prodigies Revels and Coleman to lead the Mustang attack. WYLIE EAST RAIDERS—Coach: Emanuel Roland. 2010-11: 11-19/4-10. NAMES: Jr. Marcell Ateman; Jr. Quan Jones; Soph. Kevon Mack. GAME: This is a team that is going to be good real fast after starting out a varsity program last year. Ateman was conewcomer of the year while Jones and Mack were named second team all-district. MCKINNEY LIONS—Coach: Wes Watson. 2010-11: 2510/12-2. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Jonathan Shannon; 6-1 Sr. A.J. Moutry; 6-0 Sr. Tanner Holland; 6-4 Sr. Nate Higgins; 6-3 Jr. Darrin Donaldson. GAME: McKinney advanced to the area round against Dallas Kimball and will be even better with several talented pieces back in place. MCKINNEY NORTH BULLDOGS—Coach: Darryll Craft. 2010-11: 22-11/9-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Kyle White; 6-0 Sr. Paul Turner; 5-11 Sr. Neil Solze; 5-11 Sr. Alex Pelton; 6-8 Sr. Alexander Ridley; Soph. Julion Pearce. GAME: McKinney North advanced to bi-district against Frisco Wakeland. Bulldogs graduated a pair of first team all-district talents in Antonio Arnold and Ryan Creel and will turn to youth in the form of second teamer Pearce. WYLIE PIRATES—Coach: David Black (311-389). 2010-11: 10-20/6-8. NAMES: 6-6 Jr. Jacoby Armstrong, 14 ppg., 11 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Noble Nwachukwu; 5-9 Sr. Ivan Holmes; 6-2 Jr. Freddie Gibbs; 6-2 Jr. Karmell Joseph. GAME: Wylie returns seven lettermen to a fifth place district finisher. Team hopes that experience will carry them to the playoffs. First team all-district Armstrong was the only sophomore named to the group and is going to be a force after averaging a double-double. ROCKWALL YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Alan Simmons. 2010-11: 11-20/3-11. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Wes Davis; 6-0 Sr. Jared Ragland; 5-9 Sr. Avery Knutson; 5-11 Sr. Austin Cristales; 5-10 Sr. Andrew Hinckley; 6-6 Sr. Clay Marley; 6-2 Sr. Weston Richey. GAME: Yellowjackets will look to replace nine seniors off the roster but do return the talents of second team alldistrict Davis. ROCKWALL-HEATH HAWKS—Coach: Justin Morett. 201011: 11-22/0-14. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Conner Geiser; 6-4 Jr. Jordan Points; 5-11 Sr. Brett Schuster; 6-3 Sr. Christian Nwabuko; 6-3 Sr. Tyler McKay. GAME: Geiser was Old Faithful during a second team alldistrict season. DISTRICT 11-4A DALLAS SOUTH OAK CLIFF GOLDEN BEARS—Coach: James Mays II (310-102). 2010-11: 21-12/11-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Chris Hyder, 11.9 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 7.2 apg., 2.5 spg.; 6-6 Sr. Bradley Umoru, 11.5 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Dennis Jones, 7.6 ppg.; 6-4 Jr. Brian Umoru, 9.3 ppg., 6.9 rpg.; 6-7 Sr. Darion Hancock, 2.5 ppg., 2.8 rpg. GAME: South Oak Cliff advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Dallas Lincoln. The Golden Bears are heavy on experience and depth this year, led by three-year letterman point guard district defensive MVP Hyder and sharpshooter Jones. The inside presence is the best it has been since 2008 with first team all-district brothers Bryan and Bradley Umoru along with Hancock. SOC took Lincoln and LeBryan Nash into double overtime in the playoffs and has a great chance to advance to Austin this year. DALLAS KIMBALL KNIGHTS—Coach: Royce Johnson. 201011: 38-3/14-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. David Tucker; 6-0 Sr. Shannon Lilly; 6-2 Sr. Micheal McGee; 6-0 Jr. Jordon Adams; 6-5 Soph. D’Angelo Allen; 6-5 Jr. Randelle Jones. GAME: Kimball is a Class 4A favorite to win it all again this year after taking the gold last year over La Marque, 78-64. The Knights graduated seven seniors including district MVP Jordan Williams, but state championship MVP and first team all-district Lilly is back to lead the way. DALLAS PINKSTON VIKINGS—Coach: Nick Smith (91-63). 2010-11: 17-16/7-7. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Devonte’ Greene; 6-4 Jr. Brandon Gouldin; 6-3 Sr. Lonnie Eldridge; 6-2 Sr. Willie Brown; Jr. Trishunn White. GAME: Pinkston advanced to bi-district against Dallas Lincoln. First team all-district talents Cameron Dupree and Ollie Jackson have graduated, leaving second team all-district youngsters White and Green from the color-my-world team to keep Pinkston’s playoff streak intact. DALLAS ADAMSON LEOPARDS—Coach: Melvin Peterson. 2010-11: 8-18/5-9. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Jordan Giddings, 9 ppg., 8 apg.; 6-5 Jr. Guadulupe Alba, 11 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Manuel Hernandez, 7 ppg., 6 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Dimitre Wells, 14 ppg., 10 rpg.; 6-6 Sr. Jose Lara, 5 ppg., 9 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Doug Garrett. GAME: Adamson will return one of its most experienced squads since the 1999 playoff team. Leopards have size, quickness, talent and a strong bench to make a serious run in the district. Alba was one of only two sophomores named first team all-district, while Giddings placed on the second team. DALLAS CARTER COWBOYS—Coach: Robert Allen (554227). 2010-11: 16-15/7-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. John Tyler; 6-3 Jr. Vicktor Arnick; 6-4 Jr. Victor Harris; 5-7 Soph. Chad Shannon; 5-7 Jr. Xavier Hodge; 5-8 Sr. Reginald Phillips; 5-10 Jr. Corlon Russell; 6-2 Jr. Delton Lawton; 6-2 Jr. Ben Breaux; 6-3 Sr. Shaquielle Dotsy. GAME: Cowboys must replace graduated co-offensive MVP Phillip Miller, who set numerous records while at Carter. Team just missed the playoffs after falling to Pinkston in a fourth place tiebreaker. SEAGOVILLE DRAGONS—Coach: Charles Brooks (60-88). 2010-11: 19-9/10-4. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Chance Houston; 5-9 Sr. Lawrence Glenn; 6-1 Sr. Demanie McGlothon; 5-9 Sr. Ashton Rosebud. GAME: Seagoville advanced to bi-district against Dallas Woodrow Wilson. The exciting Houston was district sophomore of the year. DALLAS MOLINA JAGUARS—Coach: Larry D. Burney. 201011: 5-26/0-14. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. LaQuinn Drake; 5-11 Sr. Jaylan Alvarez; 5-6 Sr. Ruben Anguiano; 6-2 Jr. Kevin Stiggers; 6-2 Sr. Antwoine Sneed; 5-7 Sr. Segio Rosas; 6-2 Soph. Cameron Smith; 6-3 Jr. Roderick Washington; 6-2 Sr. Carlos Elizondo. GAME: Smith was splendid and named freshman of the year in this tough district. Help will come from second team all-district Elizondo. NORTH DALLAS BULLDOGS—Coach: Reggie Sampson. 2010-11: 3-18/2-12. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Sean Miles; 5-8 Soph. Cameron Bryant. GAME: Bulldogs were decimated with 11 of the 13 players on the roster graduating, including all-district picks Ladedrick Washington and Geremy Alridge. DISTRICT 12-4A DALLAS WOODROW WILSON WILDCATS—Coach: Pat Washington. 2010-11: 27-7/10-2. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. DJ Brown; 6-7 Sr. Devon Williams; 5-9 Jr. Desmond Handy; 6-0 Sr. Sterling Turner. GAME: Woodrow Wilson advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Dallas Kimball for the second consecutive season. Wildcats will need to replace graduated all-district talents Marc Brown and Justin Daniels. DALLAS LINCOLN TIGERS—Coach: Leonard Bishop. 201011: 32-4/12-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Courtney Hooper; 6-0 Sr. Travis Simons; 6-6 Sr. Cameron Lovelady. GAME: Lincoln advanced to the regional final against Dallas Kimball in yet another thrilling installment of DISD playoff basketball. The career of LeBryan Nash now moves on to Oklahoma State and Coach Bishop readies some new troops to continue the school’s storied tradition. DALLAS HILLCREST PANTHERS—Coach: Von Harris (179112). 2010-11: 18-13/8-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Trevaughn Cooper, 13 ppg., 4 rpg., 6 apg., 2 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Julius Foster, 18 ppg., 7 rpg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Roderick Tasby, 15 ppg., 8 rpg., 1 apg., 1 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Timothy Singleton, 17 ppg., 3 rpg, 4 apg., 2 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Douglas Lee, 9 ppg., 8 rpg., 4 apg., 1 spg. GAME: Hillcrest advanced to bi-district against Dallas South Oak Cliff. This year’s team will be humble, hungrier and more disciplined athletically. Coach Harris believes all of the losses and setbacks will make the team stronger and give it more direction. The approach is any and all things are possible. DALLAS CONRAD CHARGERS—Coach: Bill Barstow (31-60). 2010-11: 12-17/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jordan Franklin; 6-4 Sr. Montego Germany; 5-11 Sr. Jamond Richardson; 6-2 Jr. Anfernee Johnson; 5-8 Soph. Denis Milicic. GAME: Conrad advanced to bi-district against Dallas Kimball. This will be a smaller team than in previous years but probably more athletic from top to bottom. The guard play will determine the team’s success. Chargers lost four starters to graduation. DALLAS BRYAN ADAMS COUGARS—Coach: Tyrone Maxey. 2010-11: 11-13/4-8. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Quentarius Crenshaw; 5-8 Sr. Fred Harrison; 6-1 Sr. Jalen Jordan; 6-1 Jr. Johnathan Hill. GAME: Cougars will need others to step up to replace graduated all-district Marcellus Reed. DALLAS SPRUCE TIMBERWOLVES—Coach: Joseph Pleasant. 2010-11: 2-20/1-11. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kadarius Green; 5-5 Jr. Keshun Moore; 6-4 Sr. Lamont O’Neal; 5-8 Jr. Isidro Miranda; 5-6 Soph. Natrone Scott; 6-4 Sr. Larry Brown; 6-0 Sr. Raquel Williams; 6-6 Jr. Ladarrian Douglas; 6-0 Sr. Deandre Grant; 6-8 Sr. Robert Berry. GAME: Spruce returned to varsity play last year after sitting out two years due to academic issues. The Timberwolves have restocked and will continue their ascent in this district. Watch for sophomore of the year Douglas to lead the charge with help from first team all-district Miranda. DALLAS THOMAS JEFFERSON PATRIOTS—Coach: Darien A. May. 2010-11: 4-27/1-11. NAMES: 6-6 Jr. Kadeem Mays; 6-1 Soph. Taushaun Beavers; 6-2 Sr. Louis Shaw. GAME: Thomas Jefferson is young but with some talent. Coach May expects the team to surprise district foes and challenge for a playoff spot. Mays was first team all-district. DISTRICT 13-4A TEXARKANA TEXAS HIGH TIGERS—Coach: Jacob Skinner. 2010-11: 20-10/11-1. NAMES: 6-6 Jr. Dustin Thomas; 6-4 Sr. John McGee; 6-2 Sr. Derrius Gooden; 5-10 Jr. Chris Hart; 6-5 Sr. Ryan Smith. GAME: Texas High advanced to bi-district against Whitehouse and welcomes a new coaching staff. Tigers will also be looking to replace graduated district MVP Greg Pollins. One player coming back is co-newcomer of the year Thomas, who offers plenty of future hope for a team still expected to be at the top of the district. McGee added second team all-district recognition. SHERMAN BEARCATS—Coach: Ryan Purtell (96-93). 201011: 12-18/5-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Qualin Hayden, 14 ppg., 5.6 rpg., 2.2 apg., 2.3 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Armon Jones; 5-10 Soph. Tre Mask. GAME: Bearcats return the majority of their key players for Coach Purtell’s second year, including all-Texomaland first team and district offensive player of the year Hayden. GREENVILLE LIONS—Coach: Marcus Smith. 2010-11: 7-21/3-9. NAMES: Sr. Kenneth Neal, 5 apg.; Sr. Sawyer Harmon, 10 ppg.; Sr. Ladarrien Davis, 8 ppg.; Jr. Dartanon Wilson, 5 rpg.; Soph. Oshay Carter, 6 ppg. GAME: Greenville fielded a very talented but young and inexperienced club last year. This year’s Lions should be stronger, faster, smarter and more experienced. Look for a strong push for a playoff position. Neal will lead after being named first team all-district, with help coming from second teamers Davis, Harmon and Wilson. DENISON YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Joe Barnett. 2010-11: 11-20/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jordan Watson; 6-3 Jr. Daniel Batey; Sr. Richard McKinney; Sr. Cole Greenameyer; Sr. Jon Bassett. GAME: Denison advanced to bi-district against Marshall. Batey enjoyed all-Texomaland newcomer of the year and district newcomer of the year honors. ROYSE CITY BULLDOGS—Coach: Anthony Howerton. 201011: 14-19/6-6. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Matt Stone; 6-2 Sr. CJ Wanton; 6-1 Jr. David Frye; 6-1 Jr. Jamie Briceno; 5-11 Jr. Michael Webb. GAME: Royse City advanced to bi-district against Tyler John Tyler. Bulldogs will have improved quickness, but could be in rebuilding mode after graduating seven seniors from last year’s roster. Frye was selected second team all-district. MOUNT PLEASANT TIGERS—Coach: Jonathan Hopkins (106-64). 2010-11: 22-11/11-1. NAMES: Sr. D’Quane Hines; Jr. Montravious James. GAME: Mount Pleasant advanced to bi-district against Jacksonville. A couple of first team all-district seniors have graduated but the team is excited about future prospects behind second teamers Hines and James. SULPHUR SPRINGS WILDCATS—Coach: Burt Langley. 201011: 7-23/0-12. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Tre Dean; 6-0 Sr. Tevin Norris; 5-8 Jr. Jaquarius Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Calise Frazier; 6-2 Sr. Will Roland; 6-2 Jr. Colton Wise; 6-0 Sr. Erick Simmons. GAME: Sulphur Springs welcomes a new coaching staff to a program looking to climb the district ladder. Dean and Norris were second team all-district and the centerpieces proudly salutes 4A State Champion Kimball KnigHts TexPreps Basketball | Page 39 4A of the team. DISTRICT 14-4A TYLER JOHN TYLER LIONS—Coach: Tony Pinson (357-196). 2010-11: 27-4/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Caleb Willis, 5 ppg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Travion Horn, 2 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-3 Soph. Keonte Humber, 2 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Tyus Bowser, 15 ppg., 9 rpg., 2 bpg.; 6-2 Jr. Fred Ross, 7 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: John Tyler advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Jacksonville. The Lions return two starters with nine lettermen and will be looking to push for a state title. Bowser was the district newcomer of the year and held the same honor on the all-East Texas team. Ross and Willis placed on the second team all-district squad. WHITEHOUSE WILDCATS—Coach: Ryan Tomlin. 2010-11: 17-14/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Jonathan Aldridge, 10 ppg.; Soph. Pat Mahomes; Sr. Correy Davis. GAME: Whitehouse advanced to the area round against Bastrop. Aldridge is back for another run after an honorable mention all-East Texas and second team all-district campaign and will get help from fellow second teamer Mahomes, the only freshman named to any of the all-district teams. JACKSONVILLE INDIANS—Coach: Brent Kelley (48-19). 2010-11: 24-12/9-5. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Dadrian Franklin; 6-0 Jr. Londedric Taylor; 6-2 Jr. Ledarius Session; 6-4 Jr. Kedarrius Buckingham; 6-0 Soph. Raybon Riden. GAME: Jacksonville advanced to the regional semifinals against Dallas Lincoln. Indians return three starters who were sophomores and a fourth sophomore who played a lot of minutes. Taylor was first team all-district while Franklin was second team. Depth will come from players off a 27-1 freshmen team. Youth and inexperience are the main challenges. MARSHALL MAVERICKS—Coach: Bobby Carson (556-235). 2010-11: 26-8/10-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Alandric Tutt, 10 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Ricquan Williams, 3.2 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Curtis Evans, 8 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Marshall advanced to the area round against Hutto. Mavericks will try to build on back-to-back 26-win seasons and back-to-back bi-district championships with six returning lettermen and two starters along with a district champion JV and a 22-8 freshman team. Team must replace graduated district MVP Junior Mitchell and will look to second team all-district Tutt. LONGVIEW PINE TREE PIRATES—Coach: Rick Dowdle. 2010-11: 15-16/6-8. GAME: Pine Tree missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and must replace graduated all-district talents John Brisco and Alex Jenkins. NACOGDOCHES DRAGONS—Coach: Chance Mays. 201011: 14-19/4-10. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Keundre Pleasant; 6-2 Jr. Mason Proctor; 5-7 Jr. Austin Wileford; 5-8 Soph. DeAndre Foster; 5-11 Sr. Tre Colston; 5-8 Jr. Jeron Garrett; 5-10 Sr. Olumide Sokunbi; 6-3 Sr. Quintin Lambert. GAME: Pleasant notched honorable mention all-East Texas and second team all-district honors. HALLSVILLE BOBCATS—Coach: Kevin Ivy. 2010-11: 9-20/3-11. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Darrian Gilmore; 5-2 Sr. Tray Bonner; 5-9 Sr. Ryan Grebe; 5-9 Jr. Nolan Faires; 6-3 Sr. TK Snyder; 6-0 Jr. Cody Blankenship; 6-2 Sr. Taylor Smelley; 6-4 Sr. TD Snyder; 6-2 Jr. Ronnie Gideon. GAME: Gilmore was happy after being named second team all-district and district newcomer of the year. KILGORE BULLDOGS—Coach: Jeff Coleman. 2010-11: 1115/2-12. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Kaleb Brisendine, 10 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Jerrick Massenburger; 6-2 Sr. Shawn Williams, 12.5 ppg.; 6-4 Soph. Caleb Thomas. GAME: Bulldogs have to get better on both ends of the floor. They must learn to play together defensively as a team to reach their goals. On offense Kilgore has to develop a strong inside game to go with the perimeter game. Massenburger is back after being injured last season, while Brisendine returns following a second team all-district year. DISTRICT 15-4A ENNIS LIONS—Coach: Jerry Mason. 2010-11: 26-6/15-1. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Jordan Mason; Sr. LeBradford Willis; 6-1 Sr. Jalen Radway; 6-2 Sr. Kyle Anderson; 6-8 Sr. Timmy Barnes; TexPreps Basketball | Page 40 Marcel Pimpton Pflug. Connally TJ Rush Pflug. Connally Adrian Williams Pflug. Connally Jr. Malik Jenkins. GAME: Ennis advanced to bi-district against Hutto and will be much tougher this year led by returning district MVP Mason and defensive MVP Willis. RED OAK HAWKS—Coach: Preston Foster. 2010-11: 2012/11-5. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Jeremiah Gaines; 6-7 Sr. Luke Eubank; 6-2 Fr. Mathew McQuaid; 6-3 Soph. Peyton Hendrix. GAME: Red Oak advanced to bi-district against Bastrop. Hawks will be very quick, athletic, press hard and with a surplus of good shooters. Gaines was the district newcomer of the year. LANCASTER TIGERS—Coach: Ferrin Douglas (129-42). 2010-11: 21-12/12-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Lonnie Cooper; 5-11 Soph. Nick Harvey; 5-10 Sr. Brandon Fisher; 5-8 Sr. Corey Douglas; 6-0 Sr. Rodney Sowels. GAME: Lancaster advanced to the area round against Tyler John Tyler but will need to replace graduated first team alldistrict stars Blake Fisher and Denzel Zachery. WEST MESQUITE WRANGLERS—Coach: Todd Brewer. 2010-11: 18-12/9-7. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Braylon Rayson, 12.8 ppg., 4.7 apg.; 6-6 Jr. Anthony Walker, 8.5 ppg., 7.5 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Tyrone Davis, 4.5 ppg.; 6-1 Jr. Nate Davis, 4 ppg.; 6-2 Jr. Kameron Miles, 6.2 ppg. GAME: Wranglers have a good crop of juniors with varsity experience and expect great things this year. Walker was co-sophomore of the year while Rayson was the only underclassman on the first team all-district roster. WAXAHACHIE INDIANS—Coach: Steve Weeks. 2010-11: 19-14/9-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Austin Combs; 5-9 Sr. Yusef Reown; 6-0 Sr. Robert Lowe; 6-3 Sr. Don King; 6-3 Sr. Zach Rieper; 6-4 Sr. Ryan Wilt. GAME: Waxahachie advanced to the area round against Jacksonville but will need to replace football/basketball alldistrict graduation sensation Ladarius Brown. MESQUITE POTEET PIRATES—Coach: Roynal Bridgeforth Jr. (81-64). 2010-11: 11-17/7-9. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Dallas Lawson; 5-10 Sr. Rehmaud Robertson; 6-3 Sr. Travis Blacknall; 6-3 Soph. Chris Murphy; 5-10 Sr. Devonte Westbrook. GAME: Poteet just missed on a playoff berth and has plenty of senior leadership to return to the dance this year. FORNEY JACKRABBITS—Coach: Bart Holloway. 2010-11: 12-19/4-12. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Patrick Youngman; 5-9 Jr. Sage Baker; 6-0 Jr. Clay Collins. GAME: Forney was hit hard by graduation with 10 of the 13 players moving on, including all-district Derrick Fain. TERRELL TIGERS—Coach: Willie Coulter. 2010-11: 13-18/412. GAME: Tigers will be challenged in many facets including needing to replace graduated offensive MVP Jherrod Stiggers and all-district Tavian Henderson. CORSICANA TIGERS—Coach: Don Newton (214-128). 2010-11: 9-20/1-15. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Jack Saipongi; 5-10 Sr. Paul Ballard; 6-4 Sr. Gabe Biltz; 6-3 Sr. Christian Hines; 6-0 Sr. Tevin McDonald; 6-2 Jr. Ernest McGee; 6-2 Jr. Hunter Denbow. GAME: Tigers are ready for their second season with Coach Newton and return a number of players with varsity experience. Corsicana has already shown improvement in picking up nine wins after going winless the previous year. DISTRICT 16-4A PFLUGERVILLE HENDRICKSON HAWKS—Coach: Jim Reid (319-194). 2010-11: 27-9/10-2. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Desmond Davis; 5-8 Jr. Isaak Gonzales; 6-0 Jr. Josh King. GAME: Hendrickson advanced to bi-district against Waxahachie. The Hawks graduated 11 valuable seniors from all over the roster, including district MVP Jalen Washington. ELGIN WILDCATS—Coach: David Schmitt. 2010-11: 11- Jose Cantu Bast. Cedar Creek Zach Daniel Bast. Cedar Creek JoJo Olivares Bast. Cedar Creek 17/2-10. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Trey Nash; 5-8 Sr. Abel Zapata; 6-5 Sr. Bradley McDonald; 6-1 Jr. Troy Nash; 6-1 Jr. Armando Guerrero; 5-4 Jr. Marquis Wilson; 6-2 Sr. Tracy Haywood; 6-4 Sr. Adrian Williams. GAME: Elgin missed the playoffs after reaching the previousyear. Trey Nash was named second team all-district and will lead the Wildcats. HUTTO HIPPOS—Coach: Gant Caraway. 2010-11: 24-13/7-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tevin Bellinger; 6-6 Jr. Tanner Thrift; 6-2 Sr. Shane Fielder. GAME: Hutto advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Bastrop. Bellinger is a first team alldistrict sensation for the Hippos and will lead another playoff push. BRYAN RUDDER RANGERS—Coach: Daryl Mason. 2010-11: 26-7/9-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jamarcus Davenport; 5-10 Sr. William Martin; 5-9 Sr. Trent Mitchell; 5-10 Sr. Jonas Suber; 5-10 Sr. Shivon Wesley; 6-0 Sr. Demarshon Wilson. GAME: Rudder advanced to bi-district against Lancaster. Rangers graduated a pair of first team all-district talents but return second teamer Martin to lead the attack. PFLUGERVILLE CONNALLY COUGARS—Coach: Marshall Sanders III (72-90). 2010-11: 2-26/1-11. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Marcel Pimpton; 5-8 Jr. Adrian Williams; 5-11 Soph. Deshawn Riddick; 6-3 Soph. Joseph Britton; 6-4 Sr. TJ Rush. GAME: Cougars lose only two players from last year’s team and return plenty of experience. Team lost a lot of close games and everybody got thrown into the fire. Players improved from the beginning of the season until the end. Pimpton was second team all-district while Williams was district newcomer of the year. MANOR MUSTANGS—Coach: Robert Andrews (34-22). 2010-11: 17-9/5-7. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Tyler Johnson, 10.1 ppg., 4.3 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Jacory McQueen, 13.8 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Michael Hargis, 10 ppg., 8.3 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Statron Jones, 8.2 ppg., 5.7 rpg. GAME: Manor will be very experienced due to returning eight players with varsity experience with several of them having two-plus years of experience. Four starters including second team all-district McQueen return and all of them have playoff experience and have been tested by going through one of the toughest districts in the state. The primary goal is to return to the playoffs after finishing fifth last season. The pieces are there to compete for a district title in an even tougher district that has added Round Rock Cedar Ridge and Bastrop Cedar Creek. BASTROP BEARS—Coach: Stephen Autrey. 2010-11: 2312/9-3. NAMES: Sr. John Thorne. GAME: Bastrop advanced to the regional semifinals against Dallas Kimball in a major breakthrough season and will be calling on second team all-district Thorne to lead the Bears this year. ROUND ROCK CEDAR RIDGE RAIDERS—Coach: Kris Fuller. 2010-11: New School. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. C.J. Purvis; 6-4 Jr. Darion Pugh; 5-8 Jr. Cameron Pinchback; 6-0 Jr. Juwan Cannon; 6-3 Jr. Michael Ketch; 5-8 Jr. Ryan Phillips; 6-0 Soph. De’andreDavis; 5-6 Jr. Willis Barnett; 6-2 Jr. D.D. Harris; 5-9 Jr. Kris Bigham; 5-10 Jr. John Vincent; 6-1 Jr. Jalil Francois; 6-5 Soph. Matt Cooper; 5-9 Jr. Will Coleman; 6-1 Jr. Johnathon Clement. GAME: Raiders are ready to get it on in stepping up for the first time to varsity level play. BASTROP CEDAR CREEK EAGLES—Coach: Mark D. Malone (111-117). 2010-11: 6-22 JV. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Zach Daniel, 15.1 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Jose Vasquez, 12.3 ppg., 3.1 rpg., 3.1 apg., 1.4 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Jose Cantu, 8.1 ppg., 7.4 rpg., 1.1 apg.; 5-6 Jr. Joel Olivares, 3 ppg., 4.3 apg., 2 spg.; 6-3 Soph. Kyle Spencer, 9.2 ppg., 10.5 rpg. GAME: Defense, ability to run the floor and hit the three are strengths for the Eagles, new to the varsity scene. Inexperience and confidence will be tested. Team will be extremely young and inexperienced with this being the school’s second year since it opened. There are only grades 9-11 at this time. Eagles Andre Davidson Dante Willis Kingwood Park Kingwood Park played a competitive schedule last year competing against 12 varsity teams in 1A-4A and 16 4A-5A JV teams. Team looks to feed off Daniel’s explosive play at the guard spot and will build for the future with a blue-collar work ethic. DISTRICT 17-4A HOUSTON STRATFORD SPARTANS—Coach: Mitch Hornsby. 2010-11: 20-13/12-2. NAMES: Sr. AJ Justice; Sr. Patrick Elliot; Sr. Clay Harger. GAME: Stratford advanced to the area round against Beaumont Ozen. It was a successful first year in Class 4A for the Spartans, but the team was walloped with the loss of three first team and three second team all-district performers. Justice served a second team all-district season. BRENHAM CUBS—Coach: Bruce King (566-223). 2010-11: 22-9/11-3. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Searcy Booker, 5.9 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Tremund Moore, 14.3 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Dean Haverman, 8.2 ppg.; 6-3 Jr. Justin Davis, 6.6 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Anthony Graves, 5.6 ppg. GAME: Brenham advanced to bi-district against Huntsville. Cubs return two starters and a deep roster. Team will be very athletic and fast paced with fullcourt pressure. The varsity will be supplemented with players from district champions from the JV and freshman teams. Moore was first team all-district while Haveman was on the second team. MAGNOLIA BULLDOGS—Coach: Danny Randall. 2010-11: 25-8/11-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jesse Jones, 14.5 ppg., 4.8 rpg.; 6-8 Sr. Gabe Rueda, 9 ppg., 6.6 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Tyler Clark, 4.1 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Alex Hardee, 3.5 ppg., 1.5 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Devin Kelderman, 2.6 ppg., 2.1 rpg. GAME: Magnolia advanced to bi-district against Kingwood Park, capping one of the best seasons in school history. Team loses seven seniors but expects to still pick up where they left off. There is a solid mix of speed, athleticism as the team goes for an unprecedented fourth consecutive playoff berth. Defensive player of the year Jones leads the attack for a club looking to play at a faster pace. Rueda and Clark offer an inside presence while sharpshooters Hardee and Kelderman supply help at the guard position with their ability to shoot and drive. MONTGOMERY BEARS—Coach: Don Johnson (251-244). 2010-11: 18-19/7-8. NAMES: 6-6 Jr. Cori Hoffman, 6.4 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Mitch McCormick, 14.1 ppg.; 6-5 Sr. Parker Guynes, 5.5 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Taylor Seay, 3.4 ppg., 4.1 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Corbin Mitchell, 6.2 ppg. GAME: Montgomery advanced to the area round against Beaumont Central. Bears tied for fourth in district last season but prevailed in a play-in. Team looks to climb higher this season behind first team all-district McCormick and the sticky defense of Mitchell. MAGNOLIA WEST MUSTANGS—Coach: Mike Clifford. 2010-11: 19-18/8-7. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Andrew Ellwanger, 10 ppg., 8 rpg., 3 bpg.; 6-7 Sr. Chris Shaw, 6 ppg., 5 rpg., 1 bpg. GAME: Magnolia West advanced to bi-district against Humble. The Mustangs expect to again be among the playoff finishers in this district with the return of first team alldistrict Ellwanger. WALLER BULLDOGS—Coach: Earl Claiborne. 2010-11: 4-21/3-11. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Will Stewart; 5-10 Sr. Frederick Jackson; 5-10 Sr. Jyrin Broussard; 6-3 Sr. Nicholas Stubblefield. GAME: Waller returns some ready senior talent, but at the same time will look to find a replacement for graduated all-district selection DeAndre Bell. HOUSTON SPRING WOODS TIGERS—Coach: Michael Stokebrand. 2010-11: 8-21/4-10. NAMES: Jr. Josh Jimenez. GAME: Tigers turn to co-newcomer of the year Jimenez to lead their second year in Class 4A. HOUSTON NORTHBROOK RAIDERS—Coach: Carmelo Pas- trana. 2010-11: 1-23/1-13. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Kendrick Jones; 5-10 Jr. Elijah Dupas; 5-7 Sr. Freddy Quiroz; 5-10 Jr. Keith Henry; 6-0 Sr. Jaime Vallejo; 5-9 Jr. Franklin Quiroz; 6-2 Sr. James Howard. GAME: Watch for talented co-newcomer of the year Dupas to bring some excitement to the program. This will be a vastly improved Northbrook team that will also call on first team all-district Jones and second teamer Quiroz. DISTRICT 18-4A HUMBLE WILDCATS—Coach: Dave Martinez (165-96). 2010-11: 26-10/13-1. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Kyndahl Hill; 6-2 Sr. Jeremy Bennett; 6-2 Sr. Junior Perry; 5-10 Jr. Josh Douglas; 5-11 Jr. Dezmond Smith. GAME: Humble advanced to bi-district against Brenham. Size and speed will be strengths for the Wildcats, who expect to make another playoff run for the 19th consecutive season. Perry was first team all-district while Hill was the defensive district MVP. KINGWOOD PARK PANTHERS—Coach: Dominic Amorosa (81-59). 2010-11: 26-13/13-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Justin Chandler, 12.5 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Hunter Pounds, 5.5 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Dante Willis, 3 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Cullen Craft, 2 ppg.; 6-0 Sr. Andre Davidson, 2 ppg. GAME: Kingwood Park advanced to the regional semifinals against La Marque. Team will rely heavily on multisport stars to lead the Panthers back to the post-season for the fifth consecutive year. Chandler and second team all-district Pounds started several games during their junior seasons while a number of first-year varsity players will be counted on to provide depth. This was the top defensive team in the Houston area and will continue to hang their hats on defending, rebounding and motion offense. HUNTSVILLE HORNETS—Coach: Larry Carlson (52-22). 2010-11: 24-13/10-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Kriston Minor, 12 ppg., 4.5 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Daniel Hazlewood, 8 ppg., 2.7 rpg.. GAME: Huntsville advanced to the area round against Nederland, the team’s fourth playoff trip in the last five years. Minor and Hazlewood were both first team all-district and will lead a team that should once again be playoff bound. HUMBLE SUMMER CREEK BULLDOGS—Coach: Ricky Mourning. 2010-11: 5-25/5-8. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Mark Lane; 5-11 Sr. Jason Mouton; 6-4 Sr. Shawn Lightener; 6-2 Soph. Aaron Sharp; 6-5 Sr. Eric Stanley; 6-3 Jr. Dominique Sauls; 5-10 Jr. Kofi Ofori-Atta; 6-0 Sr. Jonathon Thibeaux; 5-11 Sr. Lawrence Thibeaux; 6-2 Jr. Greg Hogan; 5-10 Sr. Jermel Davis; 6-1 Sr. Josh Chenier. GAME: This young program is now ready for the big time and expecting to compete for a playoff position. Thibeaux was named second team all-district. WILLIS WILDKATS—Coach: Alan Andrus (308-189). 201011: 16-16/8-6. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. DeMarcus Kizzee, 8.6 ppg., 1.9 apg., 2.1 spg.; 5-11 Jr. Payne Andrus, 10.8 ppg., 2.8 apg., 1.8 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Robert Johnson, 3.8 ppg., 2.6 apg., 1.5 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Anthony Nixon, 2.2 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Autrey Golden, 2.6 ppg.; Sr. Josh Dean; Sr. Trent Richardson; Sr. Jake Danton; Jr. Trae Demmings; Jr. Joe Jones; Jr. Dreshawn Frenchwood; Soph. Keeton Fowler; Soph. Christ Platt. GAME: Willis advanced to bi-district against Houston Stratford. The team will still be young this year but has gained a lot of experience by getting in the playoffs for the first time since 2003. NEW CANEY PORTER SPARTANS—Coach: Nick Newton. 2010-11: 4-20/1-13. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Jordan Housman; 5-8 Sr. Vireak Long; 5-9 Sr. Trey Askew; 6-3 Jr. Phillip Plymell; 6-0 Jr. Andrew Burrows; 5-11 Soph. Allen Stewart; 5-10 Jr. Justin Eagan; 5-10 Sr. Aaron Stewart; 5-11 Sr. Francis Segura; 5-9 Jr. Chase Warner; 6-1 Sr. Phillip McCrady; 6-0 Sr. Matt Bodessa. GAME: Porter is in its second season and should show definite signs of improvement. NEW CANEY EAGLES—Coach: Jimmy Littleton. 2010-11: 16-18/6-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Allen Knighten; 6-3 Sr. Collin Hutto. GAME: New Caney missed the playoffs after reaching them the previous year for only the second time in school history. Eagles graduated 10 of 12 players off the roster and will be re-tooling. CONROE CANEY CREEK PANTHERS—Coach: William Warren. 2010-11: 4-19/1-13. GAME: The Panthers have been dormant as of late and still look to have quite a climb in this district. DISTRICT 19-4A HOUSTON C.E. KING PANTHERS—Coach: Christian Thompson. 2010-11: 16-17/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Travone Hardy; 5-9 Sr. Erik Young; 5-9 Jr. Joele Norman; 5-9 Sr. Bernard Mackey; 6-4 Jr. Everette Anderson. GAME: C.E. King advanced to the area round against Humble and will again be a league favorite despite losing a wealth of talent to graduation. Watch for second team all-district Hardy to provide the stable and steady senior leadership that is needed for success. HOUSTON NORTH FOREST BULLDOGS—Coach: James Norman. 2010-11: 16-11/10-4. NAMES: Jr. Patrick Richardson; Jr. Jarquis Smith. GAME: North Forest turned around a 4-20/2-12 season in grand style by reaching bi-district against Beaumont Ozen. The Bulldogs need to replace a pair of first team all-district performers, but have a pair of second teamers in the wings in Richardson and Smith. BAYTOWN GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL PATRIOTS—Coach: Duane Fikac (155-140). 2010-11: 14-16/5-9. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. T.J. Smith, 12 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg., 4 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Chad Bougouneau, 6 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Jr. DeAndre Durden, 6 ppg., 4 rpg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Brendan Chapman; 6-1 Sr. Jalen Duarte; Cameron Creeks; Cassie Samuel; Chris Richards; Darion Bradford. GAME: Year Four at this high school means for the first time a surplus of seniors to provide steady leadership in a tough district. BAYTOWN LEE GANDERS—Coach: Trent Manuel. 2010-11: 12-16/5-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Javon Richardson; 6-2 Sr. Darrion Landry; Jr. Josh Zellars; Sr. Keith Johnson; Sr. Myrone O’Neal; Soph. Denny Braxton; Sr. Terrance Boyd. GAME: The Ganders will go far in points with the return of offensive player of the year Richardson and second team all-district talent Landry. MONT BELVIEU BARBERS HILL EAGLES—Coach: Tyron Lee. 2010-11: 16-18/6-8. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Brandon Clayton, 6.8 ppg., 5.2 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Alex Daugereaux, 10.6 ppg., 3.8 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Alex Rowlett, 11.9 ppg., 2.7 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Mika’l Davis, 5.4 ppg., 4.1 rpg. GAME: Eagles return six players with varsity experience. The senior class provides good leadership and the team has been working hard to improve over the off-season. Daugereaux is a first team all-district talent. CROSBY COUGARS—Coach: Edwin Egans. 2010-11: 2412/11-3. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. TJ Stewart; 6-4 Sr. Paul Singleton; 5-10 Jr. Cedric Emanuel; 5-9 Soph. Tristan Egans; 5-10 Jr. Chris Colbert; 5-8 Jr. Keldrick Williams; 6-1 Sr. Lachad Chatmon; 5-10 Jr. Cameron Powell; 6-3 Sr. Jo-el Bennett; 6-3 Soph. Raelon Singleton; 6-4 Sr. Clayton Callicutt. GAME: Crosby advanced to the area round against Kingwood Park. Team must replace graduated district MVP Keynan Willis and fortunately welcomes back newcomer of the year and first team all-district Stewart. GALENA PARK YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Johnnie Price. 2010-11: 14-21/9-5. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Jovonte Johnson; 6-1 Jr. Darrow Adams; 5-11 Soph. Natorius Steadman; 5-8 Soph. Anthoula Kelly; 5-8 Sr. Chris Ramirez; 5-8 Sr. Benjamin Merino. GAME: Galena Park advanced to bi-district against Nederland. The Yellowjackets will lose some major talent but welcome back second team all-district Adams. DAYTON BRONCOS—Coach: Geoff McCracken. 2010-11: 7-20/0-14. NAMES: Sr. Gamal Fowler; 5-9 Sr. Ricky Shivers; 5-11 Sr. Dylan Matthews; 6-0 Sr. Logan Sullivan; 6-6 Sr. Bryan Alford; 6-7 Sr. Ryan Alford. GAME: Dayton will again have its work cut out in this salty district but will call on the talents of second team all-district Fowler. DISTRICT 20-4A BEAUMONT OZEN PANTHERS—Coach: Marquis Saveat. 2010-11: 22-10/11-3. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. David Trey Green, 17 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 spg.; Sr. Joseph Richards; 6-1 Jr. Kourtney Williams; Jr. Jakobi Jones. GAME: Ozen advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Kingwood Park. The team will look to Super Gold talent and first team all-district Green to lead the way with his shoot- TexPreps Basketball | Page 41 4A ing and ability to attack the basket. Help comes from fellow first teamer Williams and second team sensation Jones. NEDERLAND BULLDOGS—Coach: Brian English. 2010-11: 32-5/14-0. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Zach English, 8.2 ppg., 4.1 apg.; 6-4 Soph. Colton Weisbrod, 5.5 ppg., 6.2 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Jamiere Rogers; 6-1 Jr. Jared Lorimier. GAME: Nederland advanced to the regional semifinals against Galveston Ball. It was the school’s first outright district title in more than 50 years. This is an ultra-competitive district and while the Bulldogs graduated several top players, the team still expects to be a force throughout the season. LIVINGSTON LIONS—Coach: Mark Richardson. 2010-11: 8-20/5-9. NAMES: Jr. Jacory Thomas; 5-9 Sr. Broderick Harrell; 5-6 Sr. Antonio White; 6-0 Sr. Devon Barnes; 5-10 Jr. Chevoski Collins; Jr. Garrett Green. GAME: Livingston missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year but will be back in the mix this year. Watch for exciting district newcomer of the year Thomas along with first team all-district Collins and second teamer Green. All three players picked up their honors as sophomores. BEAUMONT CENTRAL JAGUARS—Coach: Robert Lee. 2010-11: 17-10/10-4. NAMES: Sr. Jakeal Lockett; Sr. Chris Ellis; Jr. Robert Mitchell; Sr. Kristian Smith. GAME: Central advanced to bi-district against Houston C.E. King. Smith is ready to take on an even greater role after being named third team Super Gold and first team all-district while Mitchell chipped in with second team honors. ORANGE LITTLE CYPRESS-MAURICEVILLE BEARS—Coach: Darin Harley (149-130). 2010-11: 19-15/4-10. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Preston Armstrong, 9 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Christian Wendt; 6-3 Sr. Kenneth Smith; 5-8 Sr. Jacob Belcher; 6-2 Sr. Leonard Curtis. GAME: Bears lose their top two scorers for next season, but a strong 20-win JV team will look to fill the void. First team all-Orange Leader Armstrong is a three-year starter and anchors the team’s inside attack. Look for key contributions from point guard Smith and power forward Wendt as LC-M expects to compete for a playoff spot. PORT NECHES-GROVES INDIANS—Coach: Patrick Abel. 2010-11: 13-18/6-8. NAMES: Sr. Travis Miller; Sr. Vic Sampson; Sr. Jayce Nelson; Sr. Sawyer Haas; Sr. Calvin Thomas; Sr. Jake Tenner; Sr. Nic Stasinos. GAME: Port Neches-Groves advanced to bi-district against Crosby but will look at replacing three all-district graduated talents. VIDOR PIRATES—Coach: Larry Sterling. 2010-11: 23-9/5-9. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Josh Aldridge; 5-11 Sr. Efrain Zapata. GAME: Coach Sterling was promoted and is the new leader of the Pirates. Watch for second team all-district and second team all-Orange Leader Aldridge to be the team leader. LUMBERTON RAIDERS—Coach: Aaron Wueller. 2010-11: 7-24/1-13. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Ryan Stanley; 5-10 Sr. Dylan Mouton; 5-11 Soph. Andrew Darling; 6-1 Soph. Andrew Manley; 6-5 Sr. Will Long. GAME: Raiders will be hard-pressed in this talented district and also graduated all-league talent Ryan Dunkleberger. DISTRICT 21-4A HOUSTON YATES LIONS—Coach: Greg Wise (397-90). 2010-11: 25-4/14-0. NAMES: 6-8 Sr. Clyde Santee, 15.1 ppg., 6.2 rpg.; 6-6 Sr. Damyean Dotson, 15.5 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 6-9 Sr. Maurice Lethcher-Ellis; 5-10 Sr. Kenya Jackson, 5 ppg., 3.5 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Darion Martin, 6.2 ppg., 2.6 apg. GAME: Yates advanced to the area round against La Marque, a contest that could easily have been as fitting in the setting of the state tournament. This will be Coach Wise’s biggest team. Everyone being in the system last year will make a huge difference. The versatility, depth, talent and chemistry ranks as solid. Dotson was the district coMVP as well as co-newcomer of the year. Santee collected first team all-district honors while Martin was on the second team. HOUSTON STERLING RAIDERS—Coach: Andrea Young. 2010-11: 22-11/11-3. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Broderick Chatman, 5 ppg.; 6-3 Sr. Jason Hawthorne, 8 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Douglas Burks, 6 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-4 Jr. James Washington; 6-2 Sr. Jeremy Broussard. TexPreps Basketball | Page 42 GAME: Sterling advanced to bi-district against Houston Washington. The Raiders have their designs on now advancing beyond the first round of the playoffs but will need the help of some newcomers following the graduation of four all-district talents. HOUSTON REAGAN BULLDOGS—Coach: Thomas Henderson. 2010-11: 12-18/8-6. NAMES: Jr. Khalil Potts; 6-6 Jr. Kendell Ramial; Soph. Thomas Fields; Jr. Cesar Melera. GAME: Reagan advanced to bi-district against Houston Jones. Bulldogs made their third consecutive dance after not going the previous 16 years. This team should be in the post-season even more regularly, and will call on co-newcomer of the year Potts and second team all-district Fields and Melera to lead this team’s continued surge. HOUSTON WALTRIP RAMS—Coach: Dan Kelly. 2010-11: 18-11/10-4. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Sean Edwards; 6-2 Jr. Brandon Ardoin; 5-11 Sr. Daniel Adams; 6-5 Sr. Jerry Brown. GAME: Waltrip advanced to the area round against Rosenberg Terry. Edwards is back after a second team all-district campaign and will be toting a bigger load in the absence of graduated district co-MVP Denzel Livingston. HOUSTON LEE GENERALS—Coach: Louis Hernandez. 201011: 5-22/3-11. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Din Androk, 18 ppg., 8 apg.; 6-0 Jr. Blake Miller, 6 ppg., 10 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Augusto Lotti, 12 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Kevin Ogwu. GAME: Generals are a young team with several up-andcoming juniors. Team is anchored by lone senior Lotti, who is expected to make all-district and showcase his talent this year. Lee is focused on defense and looks to put up double digits in the win column. Several juniors including first team all-district Androk will provide an offensive spark that is much needed. HOUSTON SHARPSTOWN APOLLOS—Coach: Adrian Jones (234-129). 2010-11: 8-17/6-8. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Darnell Williams; 5-7 Sr. Aaron Chapman; 5-9 Sr. Michael Bez; 6-5 Jr. Jaryan Coleman; 6-3 Jr. Raymond Elliott. GAME: Sharpstown missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Second team all-district Rickey George has graduated and will need to be replaced. HOUSTON AUSTIN MUSTANGS—Coach: Jason Baggett. 2010-11: 5-17/4-10. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Julio Guity; 5-11 Sr. Dalton Copeland; 5-10 Sr. Will Alicea; 6-2 Sr. Raymond Cardenas; 6-0 Jr. Latrell Edwards; 5-10 Jr. Tristen Williams; 6-2 Sr. Dan Faz; 6-5 Jr. Harold Jenkins. GAME: The Mustangs will need to replace graduated alldistrict talents Deandre Irving and Cassey Davis. HOUSTON DAVIS PANTHERS—Coach: William Jeffrey. 2010-11: 1-24/0-14. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Elias Nawrocki. GAME: The struggling Panthers have only won one game the past two years and will have a difficult time again in this district. DISTRICT 22-4A HOUSTON WHEATLEY WILDCATS—Coach: Marcus Elder (52-21). 2010-11: 24-11/10-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Ruston Hayward, 14 ppg., 5 rpg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 6-8 Jr. Tavario Miller, 9 ppg., 10 rpg., 3 bpg.; 6-1 Sr. Xavien Howard; 6-6 Sr. Julius Hudson, 8 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-11 Soph. Sean Johnson. GAME: Wheatley advanced to bi-district against Houston Waltrip. Team chemistry will be a huge factor as the team played together all sumer across the AAU circuit. Second team all-district Hayward is a top-notch guard while Hudson is a lights-out shooter. Howard will start at point after football is over while Johnson will garner major minutes. Board specialist Miller was also second team all-district. Team will continue to run and gun. HOUSTON JONES FALCONS—Coach: Quincy Shelton. 201011: 29-6/12-0. NAMES: Sr. Broderick Harris. GAME: Jones advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Galveston Ball. The bad news for the Falcons: they graduated district co-MVP DeMarcus Johnson. The good news for the Falcons: they return district-co MVP Harris. HOUSTON WASHINGTON EAGLES—Coach: Vincent Grayson (80-101). 2010-11: 18-17/7-5. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. John Gibbs, 6 ppg., 5.2 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Donquince Burns, 5 ppg., 2.4 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Marquez LaBlanc, 3 John Gibbs Hou. Washington ppg., 3.1 rpg. GAME: Washington advanced to the area round against Galveston Ball. Team will have a good IQ of the game. Chemistry will be good and this team will defend. Washington is not as athletic as past teams, but will have better players that know the game. Second team all-district Gibbs is the only returning starter and his experience will carry the team a long way. HOUSTON WORTHING COLTS—Coach: Willie Patrick. 2010-11: 10-18/7-6. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Curtis Whitfield; 6-1 Sr. Jalen Arrington; 6-0 Sr. Mark Faux; 6-2 Soph. Deshun Allen; 6-0 Sr. Ervin Smith. GAME: Worthing advanced to bi-district against Houston Yates and again should be in playoff contention. HOUSTON KASHMERE RAMS—Coach: Adrian Caldwell. 2010-11: 11-19/3-9. GAME: Rams will be playoff contending despite the loss of all-district Patrick Major. HOUSTON SCARBOROUGH SPARTANS—Coach: Marcus Gabriel. 2010-11: 4-18/3-9. GAME: Scarborough showed signs of improvement with three district wins coming on the heels of a pair of winless seasons. HOUSTON FURR BRAHMA BULLS—Coach: DeMarcus Peterson. 2010-11: 0-25/0-12. GAME: Furr could be left out in the cold after the departure of all-district talent Jaleel Sally. DISTRICT 23-4A ROSENBERG LAMAR CONSOLIDATED MUSTANGS—Coach: Luke Lucky (140-175). 2010-11: 13-18/5-7. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Frank Iriele, 7 ppg., 4.1 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Luke Savoy, 12 ppg., 2.3 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Michael Carey; 6-9 Sr. Wanaah Bail; 6-7 Sr. Tristian Curtis. GAME: With the addition of Carey, Bail and Crutis, the Mustangs have grand designs on the season. A surplus of talent surrounds the three newcomers on a senior-laden team. ROSENBERG TERRY RANGERS—Coach: Michael Jackson (91-71). 2010-11: 24-11/11-1. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Eugene Wright, 6.1 ppg., 3.7 apg., 1.7 spg.; 6-1 Jr. Billy White, 6.2 ppg., 4.4. rpg., 2.1 apg.; 6-7 Jr. Derrick Griffin, 15 ppg., 11.3 rpg., 4.9 bpg.; 6-0 Sr. Jevaughn Threatt, 6 ppg., 1.3 spg.; Dimetri Amerson; Victor Davis. GAME: Terry advanced to the regional quarterfinals against La Marque. Rangers will have a core group of players with a lot of experience and talent, led by all-state Griffin, first team all-district Wright and second team all-district White. Look for Threatt to have a breakout season as well. If younger players continue to improve this team will be able to compete for its third consecutive district championship. FREEPORT BRAZOSPORT EXPORTERS—Coach: Ondra Waddy. 2010-11: 22-9/10-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. D.J. Griggs, 22.7 ppg., 5.2 apg.; 6-4 Jr. Khory Ross, 10.4 ppg., 6.1 rpg., 1.6 bpg.; 6-3 Jr. Jalen Smith, 8.9 ppg., 7.3 rpg., 2.7 apg. GAME: Brazosport advanced to bi-district against Friendswood. Three starters return, including D1 recurit Griggs and co-captain Smith. Exporters are searching for their first district title in 12 years. In addition to Griggs’ senior leadership and the versatility of Smith, skilled post Ross will be called upon to solidify the middle as well as shoot the three. Griggs was district MVP and TABC all-region, while Smith was newcomer of the year and Ross was second team all-district. ANGLETON WILDCATS—Coach: Calvin Phillips. 2010-11: 15-19/7-5. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Terrell Colbert, 11 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Kendal Phillips, 8 ppg. GAME: Angleton advanced to bi-district against La Marque and will again solidly be in the playoff mix. Colbert was named to the second team all-district squad. RICHMOND FOSTER FALCONS—Coach: Jerry Haines (412330). 2010-11: 16-14/6-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Dan Nwosuh, 10.5 ppg., 4.1 bpg., 3.2 spg. GAME: Foster advanced to bi-district against Galveston Ball. Falcons return only one starter in first team all-district Nwosuh and graduated 10 players. Team will be full of sophomores and juniors who have plenty of work to do. BAY CITY BLACKCATS—Coach: Carl Edwards (18-12). 201011: 18-12/2-10. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Mason Brawley, 8.5 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 5 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Jhollinn Cole, 8 ppg., 3 apg., 1 spg.; 6-4 Jr. Larry Cunningham, 6 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 bpg.; 6-1 Fr. Kyre Edwards. GAME: Bay City enjoyed an 11-game improvement in wins in Coach Edwards’ first year. Role players are now expected to be the leaders of a young team. Brawley, a multi-skilled combo guard, will need to step up and shoulder more of the scoring load along with Cole, a two-year letterman with deep range. The rangy Cunningham is good around the basket and has a wide range of skills. Edwards is a dynamic incoming freshman looked upon for ball handling and scoring. RICHMOND GEORGE RANCH LONGHORNS—Coach: Jorge Negron. 2010-11: New School. GAME: George Ranch tees it up on the varsity level for the first time at the 4A level. EL CAMPO RICEBIRDS—Coach: Matt Sandoval. 2010-11: 6-18/2-10. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Devontay Allen; 5-10 Sr. Cullen Schoener. GAME: Ricebirds wave goodbye to a pair of graduated alldistrict stars in Daniel Pflughaupt and Demetri Tsika. DISTRICT 24-4A ALVIN MANVEL MAVERICKS—Coach: Greg Devers (11689). 2010-11: 22-14/6-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Jonovan Williams,10.1 ppg., 2.4 apg., 1.7 spg.; 6-8 Sr. Terry Allen, 21.2 ppg., 10.1 rpg., 2.8 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Cameron Wright, 5.2 ppg., 3.6 rpg., 2.8 apg.; 6-2 Sr. DJ Cunning, 3.2 ppg., 1.8 rpg., 1.3 apg.; 5-9 Soph. Ahamad Huff; 6-0 Sr. Julian Walker; 5-10 Jr. Carlos Thompson; Xavier Alvarado. GAME: With three returning starters and seven lettermen including TABC all-region and first team all-district Allen and first team all-district Williams, the Mavericks should make a run for the school’s first playoff appearance. Team comes off a season in a district that was one of the toughest last year in 4A. PEARLAND DAWSON EAGLES—Coach: Mark Barre. 201011: 22-13/6-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Cris Dishman; 6-2 Sr. Dakarai Henderson; 6-3 Sr. Jarried Littleton; 6-2 Soph. Tony Upchurch; 6-0 Jr. Bryce Ervin; 6-1 Jr. Jonathan Devaughn; 5-9 Sr. David Parker; 6-2 Jr. James White; 6-0 Sr. Garry Kimble. GAME: Dawson advanced to bi-district against Rosenberg Terry. Eagles will be a player in this district behind newcomer of the year Henderson, first team all-district Littleton and Upchurch and second teamer Dishman. LA MARQUE COUGARS—Coach: Cedric Mason (116-29). 2010-11: 33-5/9-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Emmanuel Williams; 6-4 Sr. Brian Allen; 6-4 Jr. Lawrence Montegut; 5-10 Sr. Rodney Willis; 6-2 Fr. Jared Evans. GAME: University of Texas-bound district MVP Julien Lewis is gone from a team that dazzled all the way to a state championship contest against Dallas Kimball. Team might struggle early due to a lack of varsity experience, but look for the Cougars to make another good run once the football season is over. FRIENDSWOOD MUSTANGS—Coach: Jeff Keener (236135). 2010-11: 24-12/8-4. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Will Hibbs, 4.5 ppg., 2.8 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Jordan Wood, 3.8 ppg., 1.2rpg., 1 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Colton Mick, 2.3 ppg., 2.6 rpg. GAME: Friendswood advanced to the area round against Houston Jones. Even though the Mustangs lose a large percentage of their offense, the defense will again be very strong and with an inside/out philosophy the offense should score enough points to keep the team very competitive in a very tough district. Hibbs was honorable mention all-district. GALVESTON BALL GOLDEN TORNADOES—Coach: Jerald Temple (149-52). 2010-11: 34-4/11-1. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Billy Williams; 6-4 Sr. Justin Bliss. GAME: Ball advanced to the regional final against district rival La Marque. Some major talent including 11 of 13 players graduated from this roster, including Mike Evans, Terran Petteway, Dedrick Archie and Corey Laday. LEAGUE CITY CLEAR FALLS KNIGHTS—Coach: Darren Chandler (159-111). 2010-11: New School. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Louis Dunbar, 12 ppg., 1.3 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Leonard Hill, 14 ppg., 8.9 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Andrew Ediomioya, 8 ppg., 4.5 rpg., 5.3 apg. GAME: Coach Chandler comes over from Friendswood to lead this new program that finished its first year in existence and now joins the Class 4A ranks. Team had only sophomores and played a JV schedule. Knights are talented enough to compete right away but lack of experience and depth will be big hurdles to climb. TEXAS CITY STINGAREES—Coach: Chris Mason (284-193). 2010-11: 4-25/2-10. NAMES: 6-3 Soph. Cory Johnson; 5-6 Soph. Jordan Pinkney; 5-8 Jr. Adrian West; 6-1 Sr. David Richardson; 6-0 Sr. Keenan Bell; 6-0 Soph. D’Onta Forman; 6-3 Soph. Murquell Smith; 6-2 Sr. Demetrius Branch; 6-1 Sr. Darryl Horton. GAME: Texas City missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and welcomes a new coaching staff. Team graduated only four seniors, but one was all-district talent Bervick Briscoe. SANTA FE INDIANS—Coach: Chris Hairfield. 2010-11: 5-23/0-12. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Kyle Kadlecek, 175 ppg., 11.4 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Jeff Riley; 5-10 Jr. George Garcia; 6-3 Sr. Conrad Tenhaaf; 5-10 Jr. Justin Garza; 5-10 Sr. Dylan Fox; 6-0 Sr. Marc Cram; 6-3 Jr. Jacob Mullins; 5-11 Sr. Tim Matejka. GAME: Santa Fe should be an improved team behind returning first team all-district star Kadlecek and second teamer Riley. MISSOURI CITY RIDGE POINT PANTHERS—Coach: Terreance Plowden. 2010-11: New School. GAME: Ridge Point played a JV schedule last year and went 7-14 and joins an incredibly difficult Class 4A district for its indoctrination into varsity play. DISTRICT 25-4A CEDAR PARK TIMBERWOLVES—Coach: Blake Brown. 201011: 22-17/10-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Travis Guerbert; 6-3 Jr. Jamie Xia; 6-3 Sr. Tyler Terrell; 6-2 Sr. Jordan Lachowsky. GAME: Cedar Park rode a magical season to nearby Austin and a state semifinal showing against eventual champion Dallas Kimball. Team got off to a tough start on the record due to three starters still playing football, but once they came aboard the Timberwolves rolled. District MVP Dylan Cox graduated and must be replaced, but watch for co-defensive MVP Lachowsky and honorable mention all-district Guerbert to have an impact. LEANDER ROUSE RAIDERS—Coach: Shane Krause (29-33). 2010-11: 15-17/3-9. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Matt Martinez, 16 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Matt DeJohn, 9 ppg.; 6-5 Jr. Wesley Lewis, 5 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-5 Sr. Cory Smith, 5 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: All 10 varsity players return for a team with its first senior class. Raiders are led by DeJohn and Martinez in the backcourt and Smith and Lewis inside. AUSTIN LAKE TRAVIS CAVALIERS—Coach: Clint Baty. 201011: 17-15/6-6. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Griffin Gilbert, 7.4 ppg., 5.3 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Drew Nikolovski, 4.1 ppg., 3.3 rpg., 1.4 apg.; 6-1 Soph. Luke Hutton, 7.1 ppg., 3.4 rpg., 3.1 apg., 2.4 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Stefan Vidovic, 2.5 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Henry Castner, 1.3 rpg. GAME: Long-time Coach Jan Jernberg moved on to the private school ranks after posting 667 career wins and is replaced by Clint Baty. Cavaliers missed the playoffs last year for the first time in 13 years but return six players who should help to generate more offensive consistency. Team suffered six crushing district losses by a total of 10 points. Gilbert was honorable mention all-district. CEDAR PARK VISTA RIDGE RANGERS—Coach: Pat Brown. 2010-11: 16-16/7-5. GAME: Vista Ridge advanced to bi-district against Austin LBJ but must replace a whopping eight seniors now gone from the roster. DRIPPING SPRINGS TIGERS—Coach: Lewis Jenkins. 201011:16-14 /7-5. NAMES: Sr. Sam Kohler. GAME: Dripping Springs advanced to bi-district against Austin McCallum and must replace a pair of graduated first team all-district stars in Jalen Jury and Connor Lewis. Kohler was honorable mention all-district and assumes the team leadership. LEANDER VANDEGRIFT VIPERS—Coach: Cliff Ellis. 2010-11: 10-23/1-11. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. John Hirschhorn; 6-0 Sr. Brandon Brown; 5-8 Sr. Matt Dang; 5-11 Sr. Michael Lundy; 6-0 Sr. Cody Witt; 5-11 Sr. Cameron Harris; 6-0 Jr. James Hallonquist; 5-10 Sr. Luke Hartman; 6-2 Sr. Dakota Prukop; 6-2 Sr. Nick Florence. GAME: Vandegrift returns a deep roster featuring first team all-district Hirschhorn, second teamer Florence and honorable mention Prukop. MARBLE FALLS MUSTANGS—Coach: Bruce Etheridge. 2010-11: 18-16/8-4. NAMES: Soph. Garrett Gray. GAME: Marble Falls advanced to the area around against Boerne Champion and has a strong building block for the future in district newcomer of the year Gray. DISTRICT 26-4A AUSTIN LBJ JAGUARS—Coach: Freddie Roland (380-111). 2010-11: 22-6/6-6. NAMES: Sr. Dimitri Turnipseed; Soph. Jahil Tutein; Sr. Darius Collins; Sr. Chase Collins; Jr. Ethan Gilbert; Sr. Timothy Dixon. GAME: LBJ advanced to the area round against San Antonio Alamo Heights and as always will be among the favorites in this district. AUSTIN LANIER VIKINGS—Coach: Joseph Pendell. 201011: 20-13/9-3. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Mark Brown; 6-1 Sr. Kenneth Delley Jr.; 6-3 Sr. K’len Britton; 6-3 Sr. Hayward Sampleton; 5-8 Sr. Dominique Jones. GAME: Lanier advanced to bi-district against Marble Falls. The Vikings made the playoffs for the first time in 21 years and welcome back eight varsity players. AUSTIN MCCALLUM KNIGHTS—Coach: Don Caldwell. 2010-11: 21-11/10-2. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Deon Price; 5-8 Sr. Braylon Cannon; 6-3 Sr. Erik Martin; 6-5 Sr. Issac Levy-Rubinett. GAME: McCallum advanced to the area round against New Braunfels Canyon and expects to defend its district title. AUSTIN TRAVIS REBELS—Coach: Frankie Crayton. 2010-11: 7-25/2-10. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. JaVon McDade, 13.7 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Matthew Washington, 8.7 ppg., 2.5 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Matthew Tucker, 7.8 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-7 Jr. Sylvester Kincheon, 3.5 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Oscar Edmonson. GAME: This should be an interesting year with four of seven players returning from last year’s team. AUSTIN REAGAN RAIDERS—Coach: Derrick Davis. 201011: 8-17/7-5. GAME: Reagan advanced to bi-district against Cedar Park but graduated a major talent in Jaquerius Daniels. AUSTIN CROCKETT COUGARS—Coach: John Morgan. 2010-11: 6-23/4-8. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Darius Thomas; 5-9 Jr. Phillip Freeman; 5-8 Sr. Ja’micah Taylor; 5-9 Sr. Nathan Lowe; 5-11 Sr. Aaron Rhodes. GAME: The Cougars graduated seven seniors who had lots of varsity minutes, so it will be up to a younger group to improve on the team record and standing. AUSTIN EASTSIDE MEMORIAL PANTHERS—Coach: Raymond Lopez. 2010-11: 6-14/0-12. GAME: Eastside Memorial endured a winless district campaign in its first year of UIL play. DISTRICT 27-4A NEW BRAUNFELS CANYON COUGARS—Coach: Brad Lacey. 2010-11: 29-7/11-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Sean Tollinger; 6-5 Sr. Ian Gulick; 6-10 Sr. Andrew Poulter; 5-9 Sr. Jarvis Poss; 5-10 Jr. E.J. Quijano; 6-2 Sr. Sam Harford; 6-3 Sr. Jeff Henze. GAME: Canyon advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Cedar Park. The Cougars are the pick for this district thanks largely to the talents of returning Super Team performer and first team all-district Tollinger. Gulick was also a first teamer while Poulter was on the second team. SAN ANTONIO ALAMO HEIGHTS MULES—Coach: Andrew Brewer. 2010-11: 31-5/11-1. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Jeffrey Rodewald, 16.7 ppg., 8.9 rpg., 3 bpg., 2 spg.; 6-7 Sr. Shelby Lane, 13.5 ppg., 7.6 rpg.; 6-7 Soph. Ben Lammers; 6-5 Jr. Wes Miller. GAME: Alamo Heights advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Boerne Champion. Long-time Coach Charlie Boggess is replaced by Andrew Brewer for this traditionally strong team. There is plenty of height with a pair of 6-7s and 6-5s on the team, including Super Team selection and district MVP Rodewald and first team all-district Lane. SPRING BRANCH SMITHSON VALLEY RANGERS—Coach: R.J. Strauch. 2010-11: 12-19/4-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Steven Martinez; 6-3 Soph. A.C. Reid; 6-5 Sr. Josh Mann; 6-0 Sr. Lance Wakefield; 6-0 Sr. Sir Ismail. GAME: There is plenty of senior leadership dotting the roster this year for a team that should be in playoff contention. Reid and Martinez were second team all-district honorees. SCHERTZ CLEMENS BUFFALOES—Coach: Lance Lewis (11285). 2010-11: 16-17/6-6. TexPreps Basketball | Page 43 4A NAMES: 6-1 Sr. DeAndre Gatewood, 7.5 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-2 Soph. Tanner Bridges, 3.2 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Randolph Jackson; 5-9 Sr. Robert Garcia; 6-1 Jr. Sadabius Nelson. GAME: Clemens advanced to bi-district against Boerne Champion. The Buffs should be a playoff contender with the De’Andre Carson Kyle Lehman return of Gatewood, continued growth of Bridges and an influx of players from a very strong JV. This team will have to maximize its athleticism to make up for a lack of size. BUDA HAYS CONSOLIDATED REBELS—Coach: Dean McMullen. 2010-11: 10-19/1-11. NAMES: Jr. Caleb Kimbro. GAME: Kimbro is an outstanding building block for the Rebels coming off a first team all-district season as a sophomore. KYLE LEHMAN LOBOS—Coach: Thomas Acker. 2010-11: 14-19/7-5. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. De’Andre Carson, 12.8 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 3.8 apg.; 6-2 Sr. JaMael Windom, 2 ppg., 2.5 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Luke Borgman. GAME: Lehman advanced to bi-district against Kerrville Tivy, the school’s first-ever playoff berth. The Lobos will be led once again by talented first team all-district point guard Carson. Team knows they have many challenges facing them, but their enthusiasm, energy and spirit will help propel them to a successful season. LOCKHART LIONS—Coach: James Halatin. 2010-11: 7-25/0-12. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Lucas Westbrook; 6-0 Sr. Michael Kerr; 6-4 Jr. Brandon Sanders; 6-3 Fr. Tyrell Williams. GAME: Lockhart will be bringing in a new coaching staff and already has high expectations for freshman Williams. Westbrook nabbed second team al-district recognition. DISTRICT 28-4A SAN ANTONIO BRENNAN BEARS—Coach: Tommy Hines (145-116). 2010-11: 22-12/8-4. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. John Azzinaro; Sr. George King; Sr. Jaylen Hinton; Sr. Markus Smith. GAME: Brennan advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Alamo Heights in the school’s first year of varsity play. Now the team is ready to sit atop this district and will look to Super Team and first team all-district selection Azzinaro to guide the attack. Hinton also cracked the first team roster while King was on the second team. KERRVILLE TIVY ANTLERS—Coach: Brian Young. 2010-11: 20-15/9-3. NAMES: Soph. Matt Perry; 6-0 Sr. Riley Miller. GAME: Tivy advanced to the area round against Cedar Park. The Antlers will be looking to plug several holes left by graduated seniors, most notably the decorated Deron Belford. Miller and Perry were both named first team alldistrict, the latter in only his freshman year. BOERNE-CHAMPION CHARGERS—Coach: Stan Leech (643230). 2010-11: 35-6/11-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. David Rogers; 6-1 Sr. Tripp Melcher; 5-7 Sr. Chris Mangus; 5-9 Sr. Colby Cantwell; 6-3 Sr. Mitchell Schwartz; 6-8 Sr. Branton Bartos. GAME: Champion advanced to the regional final against Cedar Park but will need to replace graduated district MVP Madison Turner. Look for second team all-district Rogers to play a more prominent role to help fill the void. SAN ANTONIO HARLANDALE INDIANS—Coach: Chris Adamek (171-151). 2010-11: 8-23/3-9. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Rakim Sharkey, 10 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Rocky Briseno, 12 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-11 Soph. Brandon Ramon, 7 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg. GAME: Indians fielded a young team last year that broke a string of six consecutive playoff appearances. With Briseno and Ramon garnering all-district honors as underclassmen, along with third year varsity guard Sharkey and a freshman team that went 25-2 to fill in some key spots, the future looks bright. SAN ANTONIO MCCOLLUM COWBOYS—Coach: Luke MacKay. 2010-11: 15-16/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Nick Rodriguez; Jr. Jeff Cortes; Sr. Adam Salazar; Sr. Johnathan Garcia; Jr. Alonzo Guerra; Sr. Julian Garza; Sr. Alex Rios. GAME: McCollum missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and will turn to first team all-district Rodriguez in what could be a return to the dance. CASTROVILLE MEDINA VALLEY PANTHERS—Coach: John J. TexPreps Basketball | Page 44 Curta (270-198). 2010-11: 3-26/0-12. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Tristen Tinar, 8.2 ppg., 5.3 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Alejandro Ramirez, 11.3 ppg.; 6-1 Jr. Zach Naegelin, 3.5 ppg., 3.1 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Ricky Morales, 4.2 ppg., 1.9 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Kris Curiel, 3.9 ppg., 2.1 rpg. GAME: Medina Valley returns three starters from a team comprised mostly of juniors and sophomores. Panthers will have a year of experience and will add players from a good JV to make a challenge for a playoff berth. UVALDE COYOTES—Coach: Mark Belford. 2010-11: 1520/6-6. NAMES: Sr. Adrian Arias. GAME: Uvalde advanced to bi-district against New Braunfels Canyon. Arias will seek to improve on his second team all-district campaign to help the Coyotes continue the playoff streak. DISTRICT 29-4A SAN ANTONIO EDISON GOLDEN BEARS—Coach: Art Vela. 2010-11: 22-14/12-4. NAMES: 6-0 S. Arty Vela, 13 ppg., 6 apg.; 5-10 Sr. David Casias, 12 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-4 Sr. David Perez, 7 ppg., 4 rpg., 1 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Marco Guerrero, 10 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Mike Espina, 10 ppg., 6 rpg. GAME: Edison advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Victoria East. Team is senior-heavy with a lot of team chemistry. Leading the way will be all-area, all-region and first team all-district Vela along with fellow first teamer Casias. All five starters have been on the varsity since their sophomore year and bring plenty of experience. SAN ANTONIO LANIER VOKS—Coach: Rudy J. Bernal (485420). 2010-11: 25-12/12-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Troy Lopez, 18 ppg.; 6-0 Soph. Ajax Reyes, 7 ppg.; 6-1 Jr. Martin Sanchez, 9 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Joe Louis Gonzales, 9 ppg.; 6-0 Soph. Rodrigo Garcia, 4 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Lanier advanced to bi-district against Victoria East. Three starters return with a great chance to return to the post-season. Next year’s sophomore class went 42-3 as freshmen and the JV was 18-2. There is a good returning core of players along with very good freshmen. All-district, all-city and all-region Lopez is the senior mainstay. SAN ANTONIO BURBANK BULLDOGS—Coach: Herbert Jackson. 2010-11: 19-15/10-6. NAMES: Sr. Ryan Garcia; Sr. Jason Ainsworth. GAME: Burbank advanced to bi-district against Victoria East and as always expects to be a playoff contender. Garcia is back from a first team all-district year with help from second teamer Ainsworth. SAN ANTONIO BRACKENRIDGE EAGLES—Coach: Ed Hooi (231-163). 2010-11: 28-10/16-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jonathan Gutierrez; 6-7 Sr. Emmanuel Johnson; 5-11 Sr. Anthony Garza; 5-11 Sr. Je’hu Ibanez; 6-0 Sr. Jacob Gutierrez. GAME: Brackenridge advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival San Antonio Lanier. The Eagles have raced unbeaten through district the past two years but will need to replenish the roster after the graduation of several seniors, including district MVP Gabriel Taylor. Jonathan Gutierrez is more than capable of being the man after a first team all-district season while Johnson was on the second team. SAN ANTONIO KENNEDY ROCKETS—Coach: Gilbert Vasquez. 2010-11: 6-23/3-13. NAMES: Jr. Rey Esquivel; Jr. Jalen Garcia. GAME: Kennedy is another team expecting to show vast improvement with the return of district newcomer of the year Esquivel. SAN ANTONIO JEFFERSON MUSTANGS—Coach: Paul Ramirez. 2010-11: 8-23/5-11. NAMES: Jr. Bobby Gomez. GAME: Jefferson will be improved this year and second team all-district Gomez is one major reason why. SAN ANTONIO MEMORIAL MINUTEMEN—Coach: Clyde Schmittou (44-54). 2010-11: 13-19/7-9. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Justice Godley-Williams; 5-7 Jr. Jagger Moreno; 5-6 Sr. Nigel Cardenas; 5-11 Soph. Joe Aguilar; 5-6 Jr. Eric Berain. GAME: Memorial missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Seeking justice, first team all-district GodleyWilliams expects to lead the Minutemen back to the postseason. SAN ANTONIO FOX TECH BUFFALOES—Coach: Kellen Morgan. 2010-11: 9-17/5-11. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Ramon Martinez, 12.5 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Salvador Hernandez, 5 ppg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Jomarco Palafox. GAME: Fox Tech returns five players who bring plenty of experience. If the players who come off the bench last year can add consistency on defense and unselfish offense there is a chance to improve on last year’s record and be a very successful and highly motivated senior-laden team. SAN ANTONIO SOUTHSIDE CARDINALS—Coach: Mike Alfaro. 2010-11: 4-29/2-14. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Virgil Boykin; 6-0 Sr. Victor Sanchez; 5-8 Sr. Luis Alaniz; 5-9 Sr. Paul Intakeo; 6-0 Sr. Joseph Mora; 6-1 Sr. Mando Romero; 6-3 Jr. Marco Sanchez; 6-1 Soph. Drevon Brown; 5-8 Sr. David Herrera; 5-10 Sr. Simon Luna. GAME: Southside should have a deep roster despite graduating five seniors from last year’s club. DISTRICT 30-4A PORT LAVACA CALHOUN SANDCRABS—Coach: Sonny Benefield. 2010-11: 21-15/7-3. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Isaac Cardona, 21.5 ppg., 7.8 rpg., 4 apg., 2 bpg.; 5-10 Sr. Dylan Saenz; 5-11 Sr. Lorenzo Resendez; Soph. Jason Alonzo; 5-10 Jr. McCullen Stafford; 6-1 Sr. Aaron Garza; Jr. Corey Saucillo. GAME: Calhoun advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Lanier. Cardona and Saenz were first team all-district picks while Resendez was on the second team. The talent is there for a team fully expecting to return to the playoffs. Cardona was also named Victoria Advocate all-area first team. VICTORIA WEST WARRIORS—Coach: Pat Erskine. 2010-11: 17-17/6-4. NAMES: Sr. Drew Erskine, 17.8 ppg., 2.7 apg.; Sr. Clayton Cain. GAME: Victoria West advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Brackenridge and returns district MVP Erskine and first team all-district Cain. Expect the Warriors to ramp up their game another notch and be in district title contention. VICTORIA EAST TITANS—Coach: John Grammer (526-221). 2010-11: 27-9/8-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Dav’Vin Hill; 5-10 Jr. Ian Sharpless; 5-11 Sr. Cole Wozniak; 6-0 Jr. Christian Herring. GAME: Victoria East advanced to the regional semifinals against Boerne Champion. Team will be very quick and fast and will run and press to offset a lack of size. Hill was the district’s outstanding defensive player while Sharpless was second team all-district. FLORESVILLE TIGERS—Coach: Kevin Wiatrek. 2010-11: 287/7-3. NAMES: Sr. Jacob Flores; Soph. Estevan Mendiola. GAME: Floresville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Victoria East. Flores had a superb first team all-district season while Mendiola was the district newcomer of the year. GREGORY-PORTLAND WILDCATS—Coach: Mark Spencer. 2010-11: 13-16/2-8. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Quaderrick Shaw; 5-10 Sr. Benny Barron. GAME: Gregory-Portland missed the post-season after advancing to the regional semifinals the previous year. Shaw grabbed first team all-district recognition while Barron was on the second team. BEEVILLE JONES TROJANS—Coach: Abel Barrera. 2010-11: 1-19/0-10. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. John Camacho; 5-9 Sr. Dakota Del Bosque; 6-5 Sr. Connor Shears; 6-0 Sr. Brooks Holder; 6-0 Jr. Hunter Hardy. GAME: Jones will need to replace graduated second team all-district performer Chet Sparks. DISTRICT 31-4A CORPUS CHRISTI TULOSO-MIDWAY WARRIORS—Coach: Bobby Craig (637-368). 2010-11: 24-11/10-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Aaron Carvajal, 7 ppg., 6 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Jeremy Brittain, 18 ppg., 13 rpg.; 6-5 Sr. Ross Bego, 4 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Anthony Trevino, 11 ppg.; 6-4 Jr. Will Luis, 4 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Tuloso-Midway advanced to the area round against San Antonio Lanier. Warriors return four starters and eight lettermen and turn to TABC all-region Brittain, who averaged a double-double in an outstanding sophomore season. CORPUS CHRISTI RAY TEXANS—Coach: Mark Rundle. 2010-11: 15-11/8-4. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Danny Mathison, 10 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-6 Sr. Rosser Oates, 8 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Jerry Zamora, 5 ppg., 3 apg., 2 spg; 6-2 Jr. Markham Sigler; 5-10 Jr. Jonathan Vela. GAME: Ray advanced to the area round against Victoria East. Texans return six lettermen including three starters but will need to replace their top two scorers from last season. A 10-2 JV team last season will look to bolster the Texans’ depth. Team will play hard, play smart and play together. CORPUS CHRISTI CALALLEN WILDCATS—Coach: Randy Lowrance. 2010-11: 14-18/7-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Wyatt Mathisen; 5-10 Jr. Christian Cantu; Jr. Dillon Vaughan; Sr. Connor Steward; Sr. Alan Valdez; Sr. Hayden Woods; Sr. Ernest Estrella; Sr. Andrew Beasley. GAME: Calallen advanced to the area round against San Antonio Brackenridge. The Wildcats will once again be a playoff contender thanks to the return of first team alldistrict talents Mathisen and Cantu and second team performer Vaughan. CORPUS CHRISTI FLOUR BLUFF HORNETS—Coach: Robert Dodd. 2010-11: 13-15/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Jeremy Hatley; Sr. Dallas Uvalle. GAME: Flour Bluff should be in the middle of the playoff mix behind first team all-district Hatley and all-defensive specialist Uvalle. CORPUS CHRISTI MOODY TROJANS—Coach: Robert Sainz. 2010-11: 9-18/5-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Robert Lecocke; 6-1 Jr. Corey Haywood; 5-8 Jr. Jonathan Rangel. GAME: Moody welcomes Coach Sainz and will field a young team with only one senior on the roster. Rangel was tabbed district newcomer of the year while Haywood was second team all-district. Lecocke chipped in honorable mention recognition. ALICE COYOTES—Coach: George Beltran (72-135). 201011: 9-18/6-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. A.J. Perez; 5-9 Sr. Justin Salinas; 5-8 Sr. Romeo Gonzalez; 5-8 Sr. Angel Infante; 6-0 Sr. Milton Marquez; 5-11 Sr. Adrian Gonzalez. GAME: Alice advanced to bi-district against Roma. KINGSVILLE KING BRAHMAS—Coach: Karron Taylor. 201011: 5-26/2-10. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jose Soliz; 5-8 Sr. Kevin Pabon; 6-1 Jr. Christian Warren; 5-10 Sr. Javier Hernandez; 6-1 Jr. Giancarlo Bruschetta; 6-3 Soph. Justin Wickham; 6-1 Soph. Justin Goff; 6-4 Sr. Matthew Mayorga; 6-3 Sr. Phillip Goff. GAME: Six seniors graduated but there is a rising core of youngsters ready to make a positive mark on the team. DISTRICT 32-4A HIDALGO EARLY COLLEGE PIRATES—Coach: Gus Sanchez (223-112). 2010-11: 20-12/11-7. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Andrew Espinoza. GAME: Early College advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Tuloso-Midway and will compete for a district title and has a solid leader in first team all-district Espinoza. ROMA GLADIATORS—Coach: Abelardo Escobar. 2010-11: 24-10/16-2. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Ruben Garcia. GAME: Roma advanced to the area round against San Antonio Edison. The team will play with a heavy heart in mourning the death of Robert Garza, who would have been a senior but died while playing at an AAU tournament in Austin in March. Gladiators must replace graduated district MVP Carlos Gonzalez. MISSION VETERANS MEMORIAL PATRIOTS—Coach: Romeo De La Garza, Jr. (264-124). 2010-11: 22-13/12-6. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Joshua Villarreal, 12 ppg., 6.1 apg., 3.2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Hector Gandaria, 7 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Ricky Moreno, 3 ppg., 2.1 apg.; 5-9 Jr. A.J. Martinez; 5-10 Soph. JoJo Martinez. GAME: Veterans Memorial advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Ray. Coach De La Garza is excited about this group of players. They understand the challenges ahead and are focused on what needs to be done. Team knows the tradition that has been established at the school. Villarreal was first team all-district while Gandaria was honorable mention all-district. MERCEDES TIGERS—Coach: Eric Steinbrunner. 2010-11: 28-6/14-4. NAMES: Jr. Carl Davis. GAME: Mercedes advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Calallen. Watch for district newcomer of the year Davis to lead an up-and-coming team. BROWNSVILLE VETERANS MEMORIAL CHARGERS— Coach: Larry Gibson. 2010-11: 9-21/2-16. NAMES: 6-3 Soph. Eduardo Hernandez; 5-8 Jr. Marco Munoz; 5-8 Jr. Emilio Sosa; 6-1 Jr. Andy Alvarado. GAME: Despite taking some lumps in the first year of varsity play, the Chargers had several accomplishments including the first team all-district selection of Hernandez, second team selection of Munoz and honorable mention awards of Sosa and Alvarado. WESLACO EAST WILDCATS—Coach: Art Castillo. 2010-11: 12-20/9-9. GAME: Weslaco East missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and must replace some talented graduates including Juan Jasso. RIO GRANDE CITY RATTLERS—Coach: Ricardo Contreras. 2010-11: 16-15/11-7. GAME: The Rattlers had a strong season and were edged out in a fourth place playoff tiebreaker game by Hidalgo. EDCOUCH-ELSA YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Robert Capello. 2010-11: 8-13/7-11. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. J.J. Salinas; 6-4 Sr. Zack Griffin; Jr. Aaron Salinas. GAME: E-E will battle behind honorable mention alldistrict Aaron Salinas. LA JOYA JUAREZ-LINCOLN HUSKIES—Coach: Eric Montalvo. 2010-11: 10-10/8-10. GAME: Juarez-Lincoln expects to be competitive but will have to do so without graduated all-district star Azahel Alvarez. PHARR VALLEY VIEW TIGERS—Coach: Anthony Pinal. 20010-11: 1-23/0-18. GAME: Valley View was staggered last year in a one-win season and will look for increments of improvement. TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 3A BOYS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Mexia—Blackcats went to the state semifinals and are favored this year behind one of the state’s best in D.J. Weathers. Burkburnett—Coach Danny Nix will again have his team among the best in state following a state final appearance. Corpus Christi West Oso—Bears earned a state championship last year and will be as deep and athletic as ever. Argyle—Regional finalist only lost four games all year and returns district MVP Clarke Overlander and others. San Antonio Sam Houston—Terrence Washington was outstanding in his sophomore season for a regional semifinalist. Lubbock Estacado—Matadors graduated some serious talent from a regional semifinalist but will be long and athletic. Dallas Madison—Trojans were a regional quarterfinalist and a team that well knows the route to Austin. Lucas Lovejoy—Leopards reached the regional quarterfinals and for the second consecutive year were the top defensive team in the state. Sour Lake Hardin-Jefferson—Shawn Prudhomme averaged a double-double for this perennially strong team. Waco La Vega—Thanks to a roster featuring everyone coming back and looking for better health, this team could excel. Latiego Collins Pampa Cole Engle Pampa Reid Miller Pampa CLASS 3A DISTRICT 1-3A PAMPA HARVESTERS—Coach: Dustin Miller (98-71). 201011: 20-13/6-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Latigo Collins, 18.2 ppg.; 6-4 Sr. Reid Miller, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Cole Engle, 8 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Derrek Pollard, 6 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Pampa advanced to the regional final against Burkburnett in its first year in Class 3A. Harvesters return three first team all-district players from that outstanding team including district MVP Collins along with Engle and Miller. DALHART GOLDEN WOLVES—Coach: Matthew A. Walker (35-15). 2010-11: 19-7/6-3. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Tyler Smith, 7.1 ppg., 6.6 rpg., 1.8 apg., 1.2 spg.; 6-7 Jr. James Harris, 10.7 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. DaVonte Burks, 9 ppg., 5 rpg., 1.2 apg., 2.5 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Channing Allen, 1.7 ppg., 1 rpg.; 6-4 Jr. Zach Richardson. GAME: Dalhart advanced to bi-district against Lamesa. Golden Wolves return several players from last year and need them to step up and fill in roles from the seniors who graduated. Burks was defensive MVP while Harris was newcomer of the year and Smith was first team all-district. PERRYTON RANGERS—Coach: Travis Schulte (124-87). 2010-11: 17-15/5-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Blake Turner; 6-0 Sr. Russell Anderson. GAME: Perryton advanced to the area round against Fabens but must replace a trio of graduated first team alldistrict talents in Braiden Vernor, Hunter Wade and Kalynn Samples. BORGER BULLDOGS—Coach: Chet Byerly. 2010-11: 1114/1-8. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Jamon Hearon; 6-3 Sr. Tyrell Haynes; 5-10 Sr. Grant Boren; 6-4 Jr. Seth Rawlinson. GAME: Borger could be the odd team out of the playoffs in this four-team league. Hearon is a young talent and was the only sophomore named to the first team all-district roster. DISTRICT 2-3A LUBBOCK ESTACADO MATADORS—Coach: Tony Wagner (128-12). 2010-11: 34-2/10-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. De’vonte Willard; 6-4 Sr. Ti Russell, 8.8 ppg., 3.3 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Nate Lewis; 5-10 Sr. Anthony Robinson; 6-3 Sr. Kevin Manahan; 6-0 Sr. Ryhiem Hunter, 9.8 ppg. GAME: Estacado advanced to the regional semifinals against Burkburnett. With the graduation losses of sensational talents Kevin Wagner and Clarence Willard, this will be Class 3A all-South Plains first team’s Russell’s and Hunter’s team to lead. Lewis joined Russell and Robinson on the first team all-district roster. LUBBOCK COOPER PIRATES—Coach: Nate Bridges. 201011: 12-20/6-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Casey Owens, 12 ppg., 1 rpg., 2.5 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Garrett Taylor, 9 ppg., 4 rpg., 1 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Brenan Ehlers, 10 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 3 apg. GAME: Cooper advanced to bi-district against Perryton. Pirates have a solid core of returners back including three starters and three of the team’s leading scorers. This is an experienced and good shooting club that will also incorporate a solid group of underclassmen to fill in the rest of the pieces. Owens was Class 3A all-South Plains second team as well as first team all-district. Ehlers nabbed second team TexPreps Basketball | Page 45 4A recognition. LAMESA GOLDEN TORNADOES—Coach: Gregg Moreland. 2010-11: 22-11/5-5. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Aeryk Cox; 5-11 Jr. Kolt Moreland. GAME: Lamesa advanced to the area round against Seminole. Cox was selected first team all-district and will lead the club with help from second teamer Moreland. SHALLOWATER MUSTANGS—Coach: Ray Morris (586-231). 2010-11: 16-15/3-7. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Conner Loftis; 5-8 Sr. Marc Rios; 6-0 Sr. Trevor Franklin; 6-0 Sr. Patrick Middlebrook. GAME: Mustangs will be inexperienced and small. Team will have to play as one and build on its tradition. BROWNFIELD CUBS—Coach: Dustin Faught. 2010-11: 1416/5-5. NAMES: Sr. Donovan Riojas. GAME: Riojas is a bright spot for Brownfield and comes off a second team all-district campaign. Cubs just missed the post-season after falling to Lamesa in a playoff tiebreaker. LEVELLAND LOBOS—Coach: Jeff Bontrager. 2010-11: 7-23/1-9. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Preston Woodard, 7 ppg., 2.9 rpg., 1.9 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Michael Diaz, 9 ppg., 5.2 rpg., 1.6 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Will Tinnell, 4.8 ppg., 1.8 rpg., 2.2 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Tyson Jones, 3.6 ppg., 5.2 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Sam Kelley, 2.8 ppg., 1.3 rpg. GAME: With eight returning lettermen, the Lobos look to improve on last year’s record. Team will need to overcome its lack of size with good team rebounding and intense defense. The offensive strength of the team will be the guard play. The experience factor and a strong work ethic should give Levelland a quality chance of returning to the playoffs. Diaz was Class 3A all-South Plains second team and co-newcomer of the year while Woodard was second team all-district. DISTRICT 3-3A FABENS WILDCATS—Coach: David Rueda. 2010-11: 1417/8-2. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Jaime Portillo; 6-2 Sr. Andrew Gabaldon; 6-0 Jr. Manny Amador; 6-2 Sr. Vincent Trevizo; 5-8 Jr. Jacob Silva; 6-1 Jr. Eric Ochoa; 5-10 Jr. Joey Medina; 6-0 Jr. Patrick Zubia; 5-9 Sr. Chris Solis. GAME: Fabens advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Pampa. Team graduates only four seniors and welcomes back defending district MVP Gabaldon along with second team all-district Trevizo. PECOS EAGLES—Coach: Sammy Soliz. NAMES: Jr. Elijah Jones; Jr. Brandon Garnto. GAME: There is definitely some young talent on this Pecos team that should be battling for a playoff spot behind conewcomer of the year Jones and second team all-district Garnto. CLINT MOUNTAIN VIEW LOBOS—Coach: Alex Valdez. 2010-11: 11-17/8-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Oscar Melendez; 5-11 Sr. Jorge Torres; 6-2 Sr. Brian Vigil; 6-2 Sr. Jon Guardiola; 6-1 Jr. Luis Cardoza. GAME: Mountain View advanced to bi-district against Monahans. Team comes off a district title and the newcomers were also part of a JV district championship. There is good chemistry and length but not very big. Lobos have good quickness but need better perimeter shooting. CLINT LIONS—Coach: James Moreno (72-107). 2010-11: 9-20/4-6. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Eddie Contreras; 5-11 Sr. Homero Garcia; Sr. Kevin Martinez; Jr. John Segura; Sr. Ben Bustamante; Sr. Mario Renteria; Sr. Damien Lopez; Jr. Nick Alarcon; Sr. Jose Hernandez. GAME: Expect Clint to battle for a playoff berth behind second team all-district performers Contreras and Garcia. PRESIDIO BLUE DEVILS—Coach: Arturo Alferez Jr. (123105). 2010-11: 17-9. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Alexis Sotelo; 6-4 Sr. Juan Carlos Palomo. GAME: Presidio advanced to bi-district against Midland Greenwood but must replace a trio of graduated of alldistrict talents. ANTHONY WILDCATS—Coach: Mark Montanez. 2010-11: 2-20/0-10. NAMES: Sr. Manny Pena. GAME: Look for second team all-district Pena to take the bull by the horns and lead this team. DISTRICT 4-3A SEMINOLE INDIANS—Coach: Paul Page (933-178). 201011: 21-11/8-0. TexPreps Basketball | Page 46 NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jarod Adams, 20.5 ppg., 5.3 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Tanner Moore, 6 ppg., 4.2 rpg.; 6-7 Sr. Rance Layton, 6.5 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Connor McDonald, 2.2 ppg.; 5-8 Sr. Juan Espino; 6-3 Jr. Jacob Burtch, 2.7 ppg.; 6-5 Jr. Hunter Weishuhn, 4 ppg., 3.3 rpg. GAME: Seminole advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Lubbock Estacado for the second consecutive season. Indians return three starters and seven lettermen, including district MVP and TABC all-region selection Adams. Moore and Layton were first team all-district while Weishuhn was on the second team. Size and experience will be keys to success, while Seminole must shoot more consistent and develop post depth. MIDLAND GREENWOOD RANGERS—Coach: Jay Ray (14985). 2010-11: 27-8/6-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Edgar Urias, 10 ppg.; 6-4 Jr. Kam Williams, 7 ppg., 5.9 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Jacob Armitage, 7.5 ppg., 6.7 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Dustin Mayers. GAME: Greenwood advanced to the area round against Pampa. Rangers return three starters and could be fielding the best defensive team Coach Ray has ever coached. Strengths will be experience, unselfishness and team unity. There is a good mixture of speed, size and athleticism. Urias was district defensive MVP while Williams was first team alldistrict and Armitage was second team. ANDREWS MUSTANGS—Coach: Ronnie Johnson. 2010-11: 12-11/3-5. NAMES: 6-2 Soph. Shane Dolgener; 5-10 Sr. Blaine Chavez; 5-8 Sr. Sid Baeza; 5-0 Sr. Jake Higgs; 5-10 Jr. Tanner Eggleston. GAME: Andrews will be much improved and should battle for one of the playoff positions behind district newcomer of the year Dolgener and second team all-district Chavez. MONAHANS LOBOES—Coach: Kurt White. 2010-11: 2212/3-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Payton Marcum; 6-1 Sr. Byron Scharf; 6-3 Soph. J.R. Morales. GAME: Monahans advanced to the area round against Lubbock Estacado. Marcum was a first team all-district talent while Morales was on the second team. FORT STOCKTON PANTHERS—Coach: Rene Valeriano. 201011: 13-18/0-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Adrian Martinez; 6-0 Sr. Domonic Gonzalez; 6-0 Sr. Josh Jaquez; 5-6 Sr. Ryan Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Dillon Chablee; 5-8 Sr. Hector Escontrias. GAME: Fort Stockton failed to make the playoffs after going to the area round the previous three years. Watch for first team all-district Jaquez to lead with help from second teamer Gonzalez. DISTRICT 5-3A ABILENE WYLIE BULLDOGS—Coach: Russell Perkins. 201011: 23-9/7-1. GAME: Wylie advanced to the area round against Lake Worth but the team was hit with the graduation of first team alldistrict stars Lance Lindley, Denzel Davis and Mike Furman. BIG SPRING STEERS—Coach: Cliff Thompson (25-9). 201011: 25-9/6-2. NAMES: 5-9 S. Marc Segundo, 7.5 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-3 Jr. Chazzell Robertson, 4.1 ppg., 4.8 rpg., 1.3 bpg. GAME: Big Spring advanced to the area round against Kennedale. Steers return only two players from last year’s roster and will look for some young guys to step into leadership roles. Robinson was named district newcomer of the year while Segundo was on the second team. BROWNWOOD LIONS—Coach: Josh Alcorn. 2010-11: 1515/4-4. NAMES: Sr. Marquos Barnes. GAME: Brownwood advanced to bi-district against Wichita Falls Hirschi and brings back talented first team all-district star Barnes. SNYDER TIGERS—Coach: Zack Williams. 2010-11: 9-16/3-5. NAMES: Sr. Keenon Ward. GAME: Snyder will be improved this year with a good one returning in first team all-district Ward. SWEETWATER MUSTANGS—Coach: Al Hunt. 2010-11: 6-22/0-8. NAMES: Sr. Taylor Jones. GAME: Sweetwater Coach Al Hunt had quite the summer in rescuing a four-year-old boy who had been abandoned on a stretch of Interstate 20. We thank Coach Hunt for doing the right thing and wish him and his team well this year. Jones returns following a second team all-district nomination. DISTRICT 6-3A BURKBURNETT BULLDOGS— Coach: Danny Nix (632-291). 201011: 33-4/10-0. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Mario Garcia, 13.2 Tyler Clement Mario Garcia ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Tyler Burkburnett Burkburnett Clement, 7.1 ppg.; 6-2 Jr. Aaron Coker, 8 ppg.; 6-4 Sr. Blaine Curren, 5.1 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Devin Chafin, 5.2 rpg. GAME: Burkburnett’s spectacular season culminated in the familiar city of Austin and a state runner-up finish. This should be a deep squad with good size paced by first team all-district, all-region and all-state sensation Garcia. WICHITA FALLS HIRSCHI HUSKIES—Coach: Donald Hedge. 2010-11: 22-13/8-2. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Marcus Foster; Sr. Terry Fields; 5-9 Soph. Terrance Cooper; 5-9 Soph. Terrence Cooper. GAME: Hirschi advanced to the regional semifinals against Pampa and has a major star in the making in Class 4A/3A Red River and district offensive player of the year Foster, who has improved everywhere and will get even better. First team all-district Fields also placed on the team and is a constant double-double threat. Cooper was selected district co-newcomer of the year. GRAHAM STEERS—Coach: Marcus Morris. 2010-11: 1019/3-7. NAMES: Wyatt Walker; Bryce Reeves. GAME: Graham missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional semifinals the previous year. Team was slammed by graduation, including that of all-district talent Jared Josefy. BOWIE JACKRABBITS—Coach: Todd Matlock (37-32). 201011: 13-21/4-6. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Kevin Dunn; 6-7 Sr. Jake Dunnam, 7 rpg.; 6-2 Soph. Derek Vann. GAME: Bowie advanced to bi-district against Big Spring. Team will be much quicker and better defensively. Three starters and six lettermen return as opposed to only one starter who returned last year. Vann was co-newcomer of the year while Dunn was first team all-district and Dunnam was second team. VERNON LIONS—Coach: Brandon Smith. 2010-11: 12-19/28. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Dillon Perez; 5-6 Jr. Tyrone McFarland; 5-6 Soph. Zack Perez; 5-8 Sr. Ryan Hildebrand; 5-10 Soph. Chavaz Jackson; 5-7 Jr. Patrick Nyatoro; 6-1 Sr. Tyler Holmes; 6-0 Jr. Jacobi White; 6-1 Sr. Cody Borchardt. GAME: Lions come back in strong numbers with nine members of last year’s varsity back on the roster. IOWA PARK HAWKS—Coach: Tim Clark. 2010-11: 14-16/3-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Josh Biddy; 6-1 Sr. Kelby Tucker; 6-0 Sr. Jake Weaver; 6-3 Jr. Trace Cross; 6-6 Sr. Tyler Habeck. GAME: Hawks will seek replacements for graduated all-district stars Lee Clubb, Matt Rogers and Corey Bennett. DISTRICT 7-3A DECATUR EAGLES—Coach: Roger Brown. 2010-11: 27-5/8-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Austin Lamirand; 6-3 Sr. Caleb Hogan; Soph. Taylor Clayton; Sr. Brevon Blaylock. GAME: Decatur advanced to the area round against Wichita Falls Hirschi. Eagles graduated district MVP Nick Linder but return first team all-district Lamirand and second teamers Hogan and Blaylock to lead another playoff charge. MINERAL WELLS RAMS—Coach: Aaron Pappas. 2010-11: 17-16/5-3. NAMES: Sr. Hunter Fincher; Jr. Matt Tincher. GAME: Mineral Wells advanced to the area round against Burkburnett and welcomes Coach Pappas. Fincher returns to lead the Rams following a first team all-district campaign. Tincher added honorable mention recognition. LAKE WORTH BULLFROGS—Coach: Kyle Terrell (102-106). 2010-11: 25-14/4-4. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Jalen Silmon; 6-2 Sr. Drake Hamilton; 5-7 Jr. Danny Nipp; 5-9 Sr. Shaman Franklin. GAME: Lake Worth advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Wichita Falls Hirschi and should again be in good shape behind first team all-district Silmon and second teamer Nipp. BURLESON CENTENNIAL SPARTANS—Coach: Jeff Carroll. 2010-11: Played sub-varsity schedule. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Garrett Easterling; 6-0 Jr. Doug Hopkins; 6-4 Jr. Coleman Reed. GAME: This will be the first year of varsity competition with- Tyler Bates Alvarado Ricky Handy Alvarado Abel Manriquez Alvarado out a senior class for Centennial. This group will have a big adjustment and a growing experience and hopefully by the end of the year will compete for a playoff spot. RIVER OAKS CASTLEBERRY LIONS—Coach: Bart Beasley. 2010-11: 14-16/3-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Jeremiah Cox. GAME: Lions will seek to replace graduated all-district talent Daniel Castillo. BRIDGEPORT BULLS—Coach: Brian Miller. 2010-11: 4-26/08. NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Alex Samples; 6-1 Sr. Blake Thompson; 5-10 Sr. Cameron Knig; 6-2 Jr. Colby Mahon; 6-6 Soph. Blake Mahon; 5-10 Jr. Blake Arrington. GAME: Bulls are definitely built for the future behind returning district newcomer of the year Samples. DISTRICT 8-3A ALVARADO INDIANS—Coach: Michael Seibert. 2010-11: 228/7-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Tyler Bates, 12 ppg., 4 rpg., 4.2 apg., 4.4 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Abel Manriquez, 3.3 ppg., 7.5 rpg., 1.5 apg., 2.1 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Ricky Handy, 13.9 ppg., 2.6 rpg., 2.1 apg., 2 spg.; 6-4 Soph. Xavier Adams, 5.3 ppg., 7.8 rpg., 1 apg, 2 spg., 5.4 bpg. GAME: Alvarado advanced to bi-district against Lake Worth and welcomes Coach Seibert. Indians return four starters and eight of the 12 kids from last year’s varsity, a team that reached the playoffs for the first time in 10 years. With so much experience, goals are high for the season. Team could start slow because the football team will do very well, so once the football kids arrive in December they will be working hard to get in the flow of basketball. Bates and Handy were first team all-district while Manriquez and Adams were on the second team. KENNEDALE WILDCATS—Coach: Doug Groff (186-73). 201011: 31-3/10-0. NAMES: 6-1 Soph. Alex Robinson, 15 ppg., 4 apg.; 6-2 Soph. Ty Charles; 5-10 Fr. VJ Hughes; 5-8 Jr. Jordan Braswell; 5-10 Jr. Jay Jurchisin. GAME: Kennedale advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Burkburnett and will again be a district contender. Team graduated district MVP DaJuan Cooper but will return newcomer of the year Robinson. GLEN ROSE TIGERS—Coach: Wayne Roberts (642-295). 2010-11: 13-17/6-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Chris Guinn, 7 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Ben Coppock, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-6 Jr. Colton Bretton, 5 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Cody Burtscher, 6 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 spg.; Frank Brandenburg. GAME: Glen Rose advanced to bi-district against Mineral Wells. Seven lettermen are coming back from a season that was marred with injuries. Five sophomores received lots of minutes that will hopefully carry over to a great season. Solid defense and a much better offense should carry the Tigers. Brandenburg, who has missed most of the last two years due to injuries, could be a huge asset. Guinn and Bretton were second team all-district. WEST TROJANS—Coach: Duane Choate (35-58). 2010-11: 5-25/2-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Justin Sepeda, 6.4 ppg., 2 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-3 Jr. Holden Sykora, 10.1 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Erran Mays, 7.2 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 6-6 Jr. Colton Bezdek, 5 ppg., 6 rpg., 2 bpg.; 6-3 Jr. Dakota Holder. GAME: The Trojans went with a youth movement last year, starting three sophomores and having another come off the bench. The return of four starters and six lettermen should equate to a more successful season as West looks to return to the playoffs after a one-year hiatus. Sykora and Mays were second team all-district while Sepeda was honorable mention. VENUS BULLDOGS—Coach: Jay Underwood. 2010-11: 1913/4-6. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Jay Michael, 8 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Kevin Allen, 2.5 ppg., 1.9 apg.; 5-5 Jr. Rene Rivas, 3 ppg., 2.2 spg.; 6-6 Sr. Shon Swanner, 2 bpg.; 5-7 Sr. Karl Gauldock. GAME: After graduating a strong group of seniors, Venus will Trey Eleazar Whitesboro Jordan Gill Whitesboro Matt Hobbs Whitesboro be rebuilding around second team all-district Michael and Rivas. Some good JV kids are coming up and will have to step up and compete at the varsity level. Last year was the first time in 11 years that the team won 19 games. HILLSBORO EAGLES—Coach: Jimmy Hestand. 2010-11: 0-20/0-10. GAME: Eagles graduated a pair of all-district talents in Demond Drake and RJ Mitchell. DISTRICT 9-3A ARGYLE EAGLES—Coach: John King. 2010-11: 35-4/10-0. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Clarke Overlander; 5-9 Sr. Connor York; 6-5 Sr. Andrew Resch; 6-0 Jr. Zach Dickerson. GAME: Argyle advanced to the regional final against Dallas A. Maceo Smith and should again be a strong contender to make it to Austin behind a powerful list of returnees including district MVP Overlander and first team all-district York. SANGER INDIANS—Coach: Rob Sikora (40-26). 2010-11: 2412/5-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. John Johnson, 19 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg., 5 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Collin Crutsinger, 6 ppg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Drew Lyons; 6-0 Jr. Jake Stastny; 6-2 Sr. Jacob Shuman. GAME: Sanger advanced to the area round against Lucas Lovejoy. Johnson was district offensive player of the year and TABC all-region but tore his ACL in his first AAU practice. Coach Sikora calls Johnson a great player, kid and student who was also academic all-district his freshman, sophomore and junior years. Crutsinger is also an all-district talent for the Indians. WHITESBORO BEARCATS—Coach: Toby Sluder. 2010-11: 1417/3-7. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Matt Hobbs, 15 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Jordan Gill, 5 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Trey Eleazor, 9 ppg., 8 rpg., 4 apg., 2 spg.; 6-1 Soph. Collin Kilcrease, 4 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-4 Jr. Weston Walsh. GAME: Bearcats return four starters and eight players. Team will have good depth off the bench and have an experienced group of seniors. Eleazor was newcomer of the year while Hobbs was first team all-district and Gill and Kilcrease were on the second team. PILOT POINT BEARCATS—Coach: Jeff Price. 2010-11: 1014/4-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Aaron Buckingham; Sr. Alfred Harris; Sr. Joseph Mascari; Sr. Travis Price. GAME: Pilot Point missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Bearcats will be dangerous behind first team all-district Buckingham. GAINESVILLE LEOPARDS—Coach: Eric Johns (231-216). 2010-11: 18-12/8-2. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. David Moore, 9 ppg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 6-1 Jr. Denzel Johnson, 7 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Gainesville advanced to the area round against Dallas Madison. Leopards graduated nine seniors, so it could be a rebuilding year. With a lack of height the team will have to create an uptempo style. Returning sophomore of the year Moore and Johnson will lead the charge. AUBREY CHAPARRALS—Coach: Kyle Smith. 2010-11: 2-29/0-10. GAME: Coach Smith steps in to lead a program looking to shake off the doldrums and must first replace graduated alldistrict performer James Reeves. DISTRICT 10-3A CELINA BOBCATS—Coach: Dusty Hutson. 2010-11: 18-20/53. NAMES: Sr. Zack Bilderback. GAME: Celina advanced to bi-district against Sanger one year after going 1-9 in district. Bobcats should be able to extend the post-season streak now behind the return of second team all-district Bilderback. BONHAM PURPLE WARRIORS—Coach: Russell Best. 201011: 13-19/4-4. NAMES: 6-2 Soph. Dra Smith; 6-1 Sr. Ryan Woodruff; 6-2 Sr. DC Porter. Trevor Eckard Lovejoy Joseph Gonzalez Lovejoy Ryan Whitt Lovejoy Charles Brakes Frisco Lone Star Joey Cuervo Frisco Lone Star Christian Jones Frisco Lone Star GAME: Bonham advanced to bi-district against Gainesville. Woodruff was tabbed honorable mention all-district and will lead the team. COMMERCE TIGERS—Coach: Steve Miller. 2010-11: 8-23/35. NAMES: 6-1 Soph. Myron Fisher; 5-9 Jr. Buck Wilson 5-8 Sr. Jurase Brown; 6-0 Sr. TJ Pannell; Soph. Al Jackson; 6-1 Sr. Chase Patterson; 5-10 Sr. Dominique Wilson; 6-1 Sr. Shaq Relford; 6-1 Jr. Hayden Jackson; 6-1 Sr. Spencer Herring; 6-0 Sr. John McKenna; 6-7 Soph. Leslie Davis. GAME: Commerce missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Expect that to be a one year absence, thanks largely to the return of newcomer of the year Fisher, first team all-district Wilson and second teamers Brown and Pannell to a team that did not graduate any seniors. VAN ALSTYNE PANTHERS—Coach: Joe McCullough. 201011: 22-10/8-0. NAMES: Sr. Michael Sorrels; 6-1 Sr. Levi DeMasters. GAME: Van Alstyne advanced to the area round against Dallas A. Maceo Smith and will call on honorable mention all-Texomaland and district co-offensive player of the year Sorrels to lead the club. ANNA COYOTES—Coach: Casey Pierce (10-23). 2010-11: 1023/0-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Hunter Kendall, 2.3 ppg., 2.3 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Jacob Arvin, 4.2 ppg., 3 rpg., 1.3 apg.; 6-1 Jr. Alec Thompson; 6-3 Jr. Justin Eyeington. GAME: After a tough season of transition the program is looking to continue the rebuilding process. With a first full off-season and one year of experience to learn the new system, the Coyotes are looking to gain ground in district. The JV finished second in district with a 5-2 record and the freshmen were district champs at 6-1. These young players will have to learn quick and make their mark now in order for Anna to return to the playoffs. DISTRICT 11-3A LUCAS LOVEJOY LEOPARDS—Coach: Kyle Herrema (79-51). 2010-11: 26-8/10-0. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Joseph Gonzalez, 13.5 ppg., 8 rpg., 2.5 bpg.; 5-8 Sr. Ryan Whitt, 9 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-4 Jr. Trevor Eckard, 7 ppg., 6 rpg., 2 apg. GAME: Lovejoy advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Argyle. Leopards finished as the No. 1 defensive team in the state for the second consecutive year and have not lost a district game on all levels the last two years. Team returns nine lettermen including all-region selection Gonzalez, sixth man of the year Eckard and second team all-district Whitt. Lovejoy should have a lot of depth with a couple of players coming up from a 27-1 JV team. FRISCO LONE STAR RANGERS—Coach: Jody Brown. 201011: 19-13/5-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Charles Brakes, 19.1 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Christian Jones, 12.3 ppg., 4.8 rpg., 2.1 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Joey Cuervo, 9.8 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 1.8 apg. GAME: Lone Star came fast out of the gate in its first varsity season last year and tied Princeton for third in district. This will be a senior-dominated team led by Brakes, Jones and Cuervo. Brakes was district co-offensive player of the year and TABC all-region while Jones was first team all-district. PRINCETON PANTHERS—Coach: Jeff Coburn. 2010-11: 2112/5-5. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Marquis Thomas; 6-0 Sr. Stacey Dillard; 5-9 Sr. Spencer Carr; 6-4 Jr. Fayola Oyatayo; 5-8 Jr. Marcos Molina; 6-1 Soph. Dennis Lockman; 6-5 Soph. Jakari Dillard. GAME: Princeton advanced to bi-district against Carrollton TexPreps Basketball | Page 47 3A Ranchview and will call on second team all-district Thomas to lead another playoff rally. PROSPER EAGLES—Coach: Greg Nix (212-96). 2010-11: 277/8-2. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Javelle Allen; 6-3 Sr. Jay Bass; 6-1 Jr. Torii Hunter; 6-3 Sr. Justice Nwokedi; 6-4 Jr. Stephen Reilly. GAME: Prosper advanced to bi-district against Dallas A. Maceo Smith. After graduating eight players the Eagles look to rebuild and compete for a playoff spot. Quickness and depth will be strengths while team must deal with a lack of experience in replacing three three-year starters. Allen was newcomer of the year while Hunter was second team all-district. FARMERSVILLE FARMERS—Coach: Kirby Jackson. 2010-11: 14-16/2-8. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. J’Tyus Clark, 15 ppg.; 6-8 Sr. Keith Cooper, 8.5 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Luke Scribner; 6-5 Sr. Dusten Howell, 6 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Matt Donaldson. GAME: Farmersville welcomes back first team all-district Clark and defensive player of the year Howell to a team that loses only one player to graduation. Farmers suffered eight district losses but had a chance to win five of those. NEVADA COMMUNITY BRAVES—Coach: Mike Swigert. 2010-11: 2-17/0-10. NAMES: Sr. Jaret Donaghe. GAME: The Braves will battle game in and game out this year led by first team all-district Donaghe. DISTRICT 12-3A DALLAS MADISON TROJANS—Coach: Damien Mobley. 2010-11: 22-13/8-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Robert Pearson; 6-7 Sr. J.D. Wallace; Jr. Derrick Smith. GAME: Madison advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival A. Maceo Smith. Trojans graduated district MVP Montrael Scott but as always will be fast and deep. Smith was co-newcomer of the year while Wallace was second team all-district. CARROLLTON RANCHVIEW WOLVES—Coach: Dee Boyd. 2010-11: 16-15/6-2. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Niem Stevenson; 6-6 Sr. Dominique Jefferson; 6-1 Sr. Paul Heath; 5-8 Sr. Alex Doung; 6-2 Sr. Deron Sanders; 6-6 Sr. Benny Taylor; 5-6 Jr. Charles Venters; 6-0 Sr. Desmond Percy; 6-0 Jr. Brandon Kim; 6-1 Sr. Brandon McCary. GAME: Ranchview advanced to the area round against Argyle. Wolves will once again be dangerous behind offensive player of the year Stevenson and first team all-district standout Sanders and second teamer Heath. DALLAS ROOSEVELT MUSTANGS—Coach: Darius Brown. 2010-11: 10-18/4-4. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Meshach Thomas; 5-9 Soph. Willie Hollins; 6-0 Sr. Lavondrick Buster; 5-10 Soph. Devin Johnson; 6-6 Soph. Daquone Shaw; 6-2 Jr. Derek Morgan; Sr. Xavier Brown. GAME: Roosevelt missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Hollins was named co-newcomer of the year while Brown and Shaw were second team all-district. WILMER-HUTCHINS EAGLES—Coach: John Burley. 2010-11: Did not play. GAME: John Burley, who led Dallas A. Maceo Smith to the Class 3A state tournament last year, is now the head man at Wilmer-Hutchins, a school that has re-opened in the wake of Smith transitioning itself to a different curriculum. FORT WORTH POLY PARROTS—Coach: Charles Hickman. 2010-11: 7-13/2-6. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Ashton Parks; 5-7 Sr. Jerry Stevenson; 6-2 Sr. Kelbi Jackson. GAME: Poly’s Parrots will miss the contributions of graduated all-district sensation Luther Thomas. FORT WORTH DIAMOND HILL-JARVIS EAGLES—Coach: James Reid. 2010-11: 2-19/0-8. NAMES: Jr. Daniel Luna. GAME: Diamond Hill-Jarvis will battle behind the talented and young second team all-district Luna. DISTRICT 13-3A MABANK PANTHERS—Coach: Mark Allen (369-300). 201011: 13-15/6-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Jordan Allen, 21.3 ppg.; 6-4 Jr. David Marler, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Brandon Hatfield. GAME: Mabank advanced to bi-district against Wills Point and will call on first team all-district Allen to lead the offensive explosion with help from second team all-district Marler. NORTH FORNEY FALCONS—Coach: Andy Curtis (30-46). TexPreps Basketball | Page 48 2010-11: 11-19/4-6. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Alec Harris, 10 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Kameron Jefferson, 6 ppg., 5 apg.; 5-10 Soph. Hunter HartDylan Brandewei Otis Smith ley, 10 ppg., 2 rpg., 3 Crandall Crandall apg.; 6-1 Jr. Michael Woods, 6 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-1 Jr. Roy Neugent, 5 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: Falcons return all 11 lettermen including their first senior graduating class. Team will rely on pressure defense to force the tempo and create turnovers. Jefferson notched first team all-district honors while Harris was on the second team. CRANDALL PIRATES—Coach: Stan Short (133-38). 2010-11: 26-9/9-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Otis Smith, 11.6 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Dylan Brandewie, 6 ppg., 5.2 rpg.; Kane Vinson; Aaron Samora. GAME: Crandall advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Texarkana Liberty-Eylau, only the second time in school history the program has reached that round. Pirates also managed back-to-back district titles for the first time ever. Starters Smith, a newcomer of the year selection, and Brandewie, second team all-district, return in hopes of continuing a winning tradition. Vinson and Samora return and some good young players from a district title freshman and JV team will help complete the roster. FERRIS YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: David Brawner. 2010-11: 24-13/7-3. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Connor Caulkins; Sr. Devonte Pryor; 5-10 Sr. Kyle Rogers. GAME: Ferris advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Lindale and will need to replace graduated district MVP Joseph Pickett. He is not the only one who will be missed as 10 of the 13 players off the roster have moved on. KAUFMAN LIONS—Coach: Billy Alexander (389-247). 201011: 11-23/3-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Je’Mikal Jobe, 7 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Tanner Marler, 5 ppg., 2 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Gabriel Lira, 6 ppg., 4 apg. GAME: Kaufman was a young team last year. There is still plenty of youth on the roster, but this team will have more varsity experience. KEMP YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Terrance McCloud. 201011: 4-18/1-9. GAME: Kemp missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and will need to replace graduated all-district stars Jake and Jeff Goldman. DISTRICT 14-3A LINDALE EAGLES—Coach: Scott Albritton. 2010-11: 24-11/9-1. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Jordan Van De Kop, 23.8 ppg., 12.3 rpg.; 5-11 Jr. Josiah Johnson, 8.6 ppg., 3.4 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Nick Butcher, 3.9 ppg.; 5-7 Sr. Johnny Pittman, 3.4 ppg., 3.8 apg. GAME: Lindale advanced to the regional semifinals against Dallas A. Maceo Smith. Eagles return playoff experience at every position. Van De Kop is a returning all-state and district co-MVP player who has started every year in high school and has averaged a double-double his first three years at Lindale. Johnson helps after a second team all-district season. Team will have more depth this year at every position. The JV team is coming off a good year and many of those players will contribute this year on varsity. VAN VANDALS—Coach: Jerry Cassell (700-426). 2010-11: 8-24/3-7. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Colby Rucker; 5-11 Jr. Brandon Dickerson; 6-3 Soph. Carson Rucker; 6-1 Jr. Ridge Crow; 6-2 Jr. Jake Johannsen. GAME: Last year was a struggle for the Vandals due mainly to a lack of experience at the varsity level. This season the team looks to prove that they have learn their lesson and get Van back in the playoffs. Six players return including four starters. A strong incoming ninth grade class should ensure last year’s losing record is a thing of the past. Carson Rucker was first team all-district and newcomer of the year while Colby Rucker was on the second team. CANTON EAGLES—Coach: Heath Dudley (7-25). 2010-11: 7-25/2-8. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Eric Walters, 10.9 ppg., 4.8 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Ethan Fields, 7.8 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 6-2 Soph. Brad Wiggins, 10.2 ppg., 4.1 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Justin Richard, 4.1 ppg., 3.7 rpg. GAME: Canton returns their top three scorers from last season after losing only three athletes to graduation. The Can- ton ninth grade and JV teams combined to lose only two district games last year. Walters was first team all-district while Fields was on the second team. WILLS POINT TIGERS—Coach: Jimmy Wallace (199-73). 2010-11: 22-11/9-1. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Darryn York, 10 ppg., 4 rpg., 4.5 apg.; 5-9 Sr. Clay Deen; 5-9 Jr. Ty Harp; 5-10 Sr. Stevie Burch. GAME: Wills Point advanced to the area round against Texarkana Liberty-Eylau. This is a very young and inexperienced team with potential led by first team all-district York. EMORY RAINS WILDCATS—Coach: John Wagner. 2010-11: 11-15/3-7. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Devonte’ Pryor. GAME: Watch for talented first team all-district pick Pryor to lead the Wildcats. QUINLAN FORD PANTHERS—Coach: Paul Phlieger. 2010-11: 18-14/4-6. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Blake Davenport; 6-1 Jr. Corey Hall; 6-1 Jr. Taylor Sikorsky. GAME: Quinlan Ford advanced to bi-district against Ferris but was smacked with the graduation of nine of the 12 players on the roster. Davenport excelled during an honorable mention all-district season. DISTRICT 15-3A TEXARKANA LIBERTY-EYLAU LEOPARDS—Coach: Craig Collvins. 2010-11: 24-6/10-0. NAMES: Soph. Davion Hall; Soph. Rashaan Donelson; 6-1 Sr. Jarrion Lawson; Sr. Keith Gailes; 5-10 Sr. A’keylan Ware. GAME: Liberty-Eylau advanced to the regional semifinals against Argyle but must replace graduated district MVP Tra Carson and a host of other all-district stars. Hall comes back after being named honorable mention all-district as a freshman to a club that in all graduated nine players. TEXARKANA PLEASANT GROVE HAWKS—Coach: Clay Busby (118-95). 2010-11: 11-19/4-6. NAMES: 6-7 Jr. Dustin Thomas, 10 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Reece Dunlap, 16 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. LaDarius Reid, 8 ppg., 6 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Alex Alsup, 13 ppg.; 6-0 Sr. Darius Scott. GAME: Pleasant Grove started three sophomores and a freshman last season so the younger guys got a lot of playing time which should translate into more wins this year. Dunlap was district newcomer of the year and made 47 threes in 12 varsity games, while Thomas was the District 14-4A newcomer of the year and transferred in after the season and adds athleticism and skill in the paint. Honorable mention all-district Alsup made over 50 threes as a sophomore and Scott brings more athleticism from the off-guard spot. Reid played every minute in district at point and was a second team all-district pick. PARIS WILDCATS—Coach: Billy Mack Steed (339-142). 201011: 26-7/8-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. A.D. Burns; Sr. Tez Allen. GAME: Paris advanced to the area round against Lindale and will be solid again behind district offensive MVP Burns and second team all-district Allen. PARIS NORTH LAMAR PANTHERS—Coach: Homer Garner (194-152). 2010-11: 17-14/7-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Preston Shawhart; 5-10 Sr. Trevor Fulk; 5-7 Jr. Ian Dukleth; 5-10 Sr. Derek Chennault; 6-4 Jr. Austin Anthony; 6-2 Sr. Hunter Thatcher. GAME: North Lamar advanced to bi-district against Longview Spring Hill one year after going 0-10 in district. Dukleth was co-newcomer of the year and gets help from first team alldistrict Fulk and honorable mention Shawhart. ATLANTA RABBITS—Coach: Marlon Byrdsong. 2010-11: 4-25/1-9. GAME: Atlanta welcomes Coach Byrdsong and will need replacements for graduated all-district performers Shawn Shepard and Dalvin Lee. MOUNT VERNON TIGERS—Coach: Rick Gates. 2010-11: 2-24/1-9. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. J.D. Gibson; Sr. Levi Lappin. GAME: Gibson was a second team all-district selection for the Tigers and will have help from honorable mention pick Lappin. DISTRICT 16-3A HENDERSON LIONS—Coach: Mark Alexander. 2010-11: 138/9-1. GAME: Henderson advanced to the area round against Ferris and will again be at or near the top of the pack in this district. It is very likely again that the Lions could get a late start to Nick Jones Brownsboro Blake Ralson Brownsboro Keuntis Thompson Brownsboro the season due to the football team’s playoff success. LONGVIEW SPRING HILL PANTHERS—Coach: Hunter Taylor. 2010-11: 24-9/9-1. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Alex Voelzke, 5.2 ppg., 6.5 rpg., 1.2 bpg.; 6-0 Jr. Brandon Robbins, 8.1 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 3.5 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Caleb Jones, 3.2 ppg., 2.5 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Mitch Alm, 5.2 ppg., 3.6 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Tyler Zapata; 5-9 Jr. Carl Robertson; 6-0 Jr. Zach Fleet. GAME: Spring Hill advanced to the area round against Crandall and welcomes Coach Taylor. Team is led by third year point guard Robbins. He is joined by a group of juniors and seniors who love the game. Staying true to defense, improving on offensive efficiency and continuing a selfless team attitude will determine how far the Panthers go. PITTSBURG PIRATES—Coach: Gregory Smith. 2010-11: 1516/3-7. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Kaymon Farmer, 16.3 ppg., 3 rpg., 3.6 apg., 3.2 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Ty Hammonds; 6-1 Sr. KB Brannon; 6-1 Sr. Dre Allen; Sr. Bear Bradley; Sr. Brad Lewis; Jr. Kel Wallace; Dee Moton; Garrett Truitt; Zach DeLuna; Shane Coates. GAME: Pittsburg has to finish the job of improvement with the core of the team now in its senior year. Crafty point guard Farmer leads along with fellow seniors Allen, Brannon, Bradley and Lewis. Big guys Hammonds and Wallace are back for their junior years. CARTHAGE BULLDOGS—Coach: John Haft. 2010-11: 2-11/28. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Edward Pope; 6-7 Sr. Greg Brantley, 7.9 ppg., 7.8 rpg., 1.8 bpg.; 6-0 Soph. Blake Bogenschutz, 6.3 ppg., 3.8 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Meechie Bowman, 4.1 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Skylar Allison, 3.9 ppg., 3.5 rpg. GAME: Carthage got a late start on the season because of a long and successful football run. Bulldogs welcome in a new coaching staff as well as Pope, who was injured his junior season. GILMER BUCKEYES—Coach: Keith Tate. 2010-11: 6-18/2-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Gavin Holt; 5-9 Sr. Darrion Pollard; 6-2 Sr. Tray Webb; 6-4 Sr. Markus Reid; 6-0 Sr. Jeremy McMillian. GAME: Gilmer will bank on several returning seniors to help the team’s cause in the standings. GLADEWATER BEARS—Coach: Curtis Armstrong. 2010-11: 13-9/5-5. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Jalen Wells; 5-10 Sr. Javon Timmons. GAME: Gladewater advanced to bi-district against Paris. DISTRICT 17-3A TYLER CHAPEL HILL BULLDOGS—Coach: Robert Sampson. 2010-11: 17-17/5-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Anthony Kincade; 5-11 Sr. Andrew Tucker; 6-3 Sr. Kendall Beal; 6-0 Sr. Nelson Onwuzu; 6-0 Sr. Kevin Garcia; 5-11 Sr. Nick Ellett; 6-5 Jr. Michael Harris; 5-10 Sr. Avery Henderson; 6-3 Sr. Sir Calvin Wallace. GAME: Chapel Hill advanced to the area round against Mexia and welcomes Coach Sampson. Kincade was offensive MVP while Tucker returns following a first team all-district season and Henderson was honorable mention all-district. ATHENS HORNETS—Coach: Tracy Carter (152-109). 201011: 25-10/8-0. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Kendall Sanders, 16.6 ppg., 5.5 rpg., 4.2 apg., 2.3 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Zach Basher, 3.5 ppg., 3.8 rpg.; 5-11 Soph. Anthony Sanders, 3.4 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Patrick Clark, 2.2 ppg., 1.3 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Anthony Taylor, 1.8 ppg. GAME: Athens advanced to the regional final against Mexia. Multi-sport star Kendall Sanders was TABC all-region and district MVP. Hornets lost a lot of experience but welcome back a good group of kids, some from a very successful JV team. Strengths will again be speed and quickness, while experience and size are challenges. BROWNSBORO BEARS—Coach: Tobin L. Reid (530-302). 2010-11: 17-14/3-5. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Keuntis Thompson, 10.3 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 2.5 spg.; 6-5 Sr. Nick Jones, 20.8 ppg., 10.5 rpg., 3.2 bpg.; 5-10 Jr. Blake Ralson, 7.5 ppg., 3.2 apg., 1.9 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Devonte Givens, 6.6 ppg., 4.4 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Patrick McCarthy. GAME: Bears possess experience, size, strong outside shooting and team chemistry as they climb back towards playoff Skylar Hadden Waco Connally John Holt Waco Connally Dontay Raglin Waco Connally positioning. Watch for first team all-district Jones and second teamer Thompson to lead the way. BULLARD PANTHERS—Coach: Shane Chambless. 2010-11: 18-16/4-4. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Taft Rose, 14.4 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Conner Gurley, 8 ppg., 3.5 apg., 2.5 spg.; 6-6 Jr. Scott Lowrie. GAME: Coach Chambless takes over as head coach for a team that advanced to bi-district against Jasper. Panthers expect to compete in a wide-open district. Team looks to speed the game up with a deep bench at the ready. Rose was voted newcomer of the year. RUSK EAGLES—Coach: Paul Drake. 2010-11: 0-8 (district). NAMES: Sr. Michael Pyle. GAME: Coach Drake is the new leader for the Eagles after serving as a varsity assistant at Brownsboro. Pyle returns to lead Rusk following a second team all-district season. DISTRICT 18-3A LUFKIN HUDSON HORNETS—Coach: Rob Peterson (166112). 2010-11: 16-16/10-2. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Tony Holt; 6-2 Sr. Dylan Lewis; 6-1 Jr. Garrett Fenley; 6-0 Jr. Daren Simmons; 6-4 Jr. Malek Zaher. GAME: Hudson advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Mexia. Hornets graduated six seniors including district MVP Ja’Lexius Davis but do return second team alldistrict Holt. Help comes from a 24-4 JV squad. Team will rely on fundamentals, hard work and a deep bench. JASPER BULLDOGS—Coach: Terry Young. 2010-11: 23-12/93. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Dranzell Haynes. GAME: Jasper advanced to the area round against Lorena and will be needing to replace four various all-district selections who have graduated. CENTER ROUGHRIDERS—Coach: Hiram Harrison. 2010-11: 16-13/9-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Cameron Cloudy; 5-7 Jr. Augustine Johnson; 6-0 Soph. Josh Levier; 5-9 Sr. Johnny Sudds; 5-5 Jr. Jercarius Berry; 5-11 Jr. Darrian Cloudy; 5-9 Jr. Ki-janaven Garrett. GAME: Center advanced to bi-district against Tyler Chapel Hill. The Roughriders graduated seven talented and honored seniors and will rely on honorable mention all-district picks Sudds and Cameron Cloudy to continue the team’s success. POLLOK CENTRAL BULLDOGS—Coach: Kevin Hurley. 201011: 9-20/2-10. NAMES: Soph. Tanner Garner; Soph. Chase Ponson; Sr. Colton Boles; Sr. Brandon Andrus; Sr. Dakota Cheatham; Sr. Chance Garrett. GAME: Central’s prospects are very good for a playoff berth due to a number of returning players capable of lifting this team to the next level. Watch for district newcomer of the year Garner, second team all-district Ponson and honorable mention grabs Boles, Andrus, Cheatham and Garrett. HUNTINGTON RED DEVILS—Coach: Tim Bartlett. 2010-11: 13-18/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Zabo Houston; Sr. Mo Houston; Sr. Blake Loggins; Jr. Kywon Cartwright; Soph. Logan Nerren. GAME: Huntington will field some good talent beginning with defensive MVP Zabo Houston and first team all-district Mo Houston. Loggins, Cartwright and Nerren were all honorable mention selections. DIBOLL LUMBERJACKS—Coach: Brian Kruk (74-102). 201011: 12-18/7-5. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Cody Cleavenger; 6-5 Sr. Jordan Lewis; 5-8 Jr. Jake Stifle; 5-9 Jr. Carlos Teal; 6-2 Jr. Jerik Smith. GAME: Diboll brings a wealth of young talented players back to the roster including a trio of second team all-district picks in Lewis, Teal and Cleavenger. Plus, this team will not be yawning with the return of honorable mention Stifle and Smith. KIRBYVILLE WILDCATS—Coach: Jerry Stapert. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). GAME: The Wildcats have had their struggles of late and will now miss graduated all-district talent Jason Gordon. Team welcomes a new coaching staff and seeks some positive steps throughout the year. Danny Byrd Gatesville D.D. Marshall Gatesville Tobias Moore Gatesville DISTRICT 19-3A WACO LA VEGA PIRATES—Coach: Clay Cody (156-66). 201011: 24-9/9-1. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Michael Starts, 8 ppg., 10 rpg.; 6-5 Sr. William Stinnett, 18 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Austen Bradshaw, 12 ppg., 4 apg.; 5-9 Sr. Trey Ridge, 6 ppg., 4 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Deaudric Corry. GAME: La Vega advanced to bi-district against Fairfield. Pirates had two crushing season-ending injuries to starters Stinnett and multi-talented Devin McGowan. Without the injury bug this team was on a special run. Still, the Runnin’ Pirates return everybody who played meaningful minutes. La Vega will have size, speed, shooting and defense. If everyone buys into their roles, the team has a chance to be really good. Stinnett was offensive player of the year while Starts was defensive MVP. Bradshaw earned newcomer of the year honors while Ridge and Corry were both first team all-district. LORENA LEOPARDS—Coach: Eric Benton. 2010-11: 26-6/91. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Matthew Palmer; Jr. Drew Keeney; Sr. Cameron Smith; Sr. Zack Lee. GAME: Lorena advanced to the regional quarterfionals against Athens but will need to replace graduated district MVP Tyler Underwood. Palmer and Smith will provide a boost following first team all-district seasons. Keeney and Lee chipped in with second team recognition. ROBINSON ROCKETS—Coach: Scott Richardson (81-39). 2010-11: 13-18/4-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Alex Rogers; Jr. Jeremy Lasseter. GAME: Rockets will try and move up the district ladder behind first team all-district Rogers. WACO CONNALLY CADETS—Coach: Quinton Snell. 2010-11: 17-15/5-5. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Dontay Raglin, 13 ppg., 6 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. John Holt, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Jeremiah Payne; 6-2 Jr. Skylar Hadden, 10 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; Michael Powell. GAME: Connally advanced to bi-district against Groesbeck. Cadets return eight lettermen with first team all-district Raglin leading the way. Second team all-district Holt returns to man the glass along with silky smooth sharp-shooting second team guard Hadden. The athletic Payne and ballhawking Powell also return. GATESVILLE HORNETS—Coach: Todd Shelton. 2010-11: 1120/2-8. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. D.D. Marshall, 10 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Logan Kline, 8 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Tobias Moore, 8 ppg.; 6-2 Jr. Danny Byrd, 8 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-7 Soph. Zeth Martin. GAME: Gatesville returns its entire roster except for one senior. Team should show a lot of improvement. This was a very young team last year, but one expected to fight for a playoff berth this year. Marshall was a second team alldistrict honoree. CHINA SPRING COUGARS—Coach: Josh Gregory (36-46). 2010-11: 9-18/1-9. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Trey Bullard; 5-11 Jr. Rocky Bullard; 5-9 Soph. Blaze Moorhead; 5-10 Sr. Taylor Goforth; 6-1 Sr. Jake Hodges; 5-10 Sr. Ethan Painter; 6-2 Sr. Hap Morrison; 6-3 Jr. Hunter Hancock; 6-3 Sr. Caleb Davidson. GAME: Cougars will call on first team all-district Trey Bullard and second teamer Moorhead to lead the attack. DISTRICT 20-3A MEXIA BLACKCATS—Coach: Walter Smith (253-112). 2010-11: 31-6/10-0. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. D.J. Weathers, 21.8 ppg., 5.7 rpg., 4.2 apg., 3.8 spg.; 5-11 Soph. Kaylon Watson; 6-2 LaVictor McKnight; 5-10 Sr. Al Strain; 5-11 Sr. Mister Carroll; 6-0 Sr. Leon Gray; 6-4 Sr. Quan Green; 5-10 Sr. Darrell Carter; 5-11 Sr. Adrian Jones. GAME: After a season-long romp the Blackcats ended up in Austin with a state semifinal showing against Burkburnett. That may have just been the beginning as Mexia is a strong favorite to not only return but to win gold behind returning district MVP and Super Centex player of the year Weathers. TexPreps Basketball | Page 49 3A Also watch for first team all-district Carroll and second teamers Gray and Strain. FAIRFIELD EAGLES—Coach: Joey Worley. 2010-11: 17-12/6-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Anthony Price, 9 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Joshua Brown, 11 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-4 Soph. Bryson Gates, 11 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. Aaron Heers, 5 ppg., 4 apg. GAME: Fairfield advanced to the area round against Lufkin Hudson. Eagles return four starters and have help from a 20-2 JV and 14-4 freshman team, both of whom went undefeated in district. Team lost defensive MVP post, so the need is there to find some help in the middle. Brown and Gates were first team all-district while Price was on the second team. PALESTINE WESTWOOD PANTHERS—Coach: Scott Nettles. 2010-11: 12-18/3-7. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Courtney Anderson, 17 ppg.; 5-7 Jr. L.J. Hutchison, 9.3 ppg.; 5-9 Jr. Chris Thompson, 9.8 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Devin Miller, 6.3 ppg.; 5-10 Jr. Dranoel Ross, 5.6 ppg., 8 rpg. GAME: All nine varsity lettermen return and the Panthers look to have some good young players to add depth. Anderson was newcomer of the year while Hutchison and Miller were second team all-district. MADISONVILLE MUSTANGS—Coach: Brian Thurmond (302128). 2010-11: 12-18/2-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Anthony Manns; 5-9 Jr. Marcus Tyler; 5-8 Soph. Brent McCloud; 5-8 Soph. Grant Smith. GAME: Madisonville missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Manns and Tyler will have the Mustangs back into the title talk after first team all-district seasons. McCloud and Smith chipped in with second team honors. PALESTINE WILDCATS—Coach: Bret Botard. 2010-11: 5-23/19. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Micah Angton, 10.3 ppg., 8.7 rpg. GAME: Palestine should show improvement this year while still fielding a young team. The roster will only contain two seniors. Wildcats hope to center their efforts around first team all-district Angton. His contributions plus improved guard play could have Palestine fighting for a playoff spot. GROESBECK GOATS—Coach: Alex Ihler. 2010-11: 25-11/8-2. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Omar Cooper; 6-0 Sr. Michael Graves; Sr. Justin Langham; 5-10 Jr. Terell Miles; Sr. Tyrell McCullen; 6-2 Jr. Michael Adams. GAME: Groesbeck advanced to the area round against Athens. The Goats will call on first team all-district Cooper to lead the club with help from second teamer Langham. DISTRICT 21-3A SOUR LAKE HARDIN-JEFFERSON HAWKS—Coach: Todd Sutherland (516-102). 2010-11: 34-7/8-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Shawn Prudhomme, 20.5 ppg., 13.7 rpg., 2.5 spg.; Soph. Zjori Bosha; Sr. Joe Persohn. GAME: Hardin-Jefferson advanced to the regional semifinals against Mexia. Prudhomme averaged a sizzling double-double for the year in making the Super Gold team as well as district offensive MVP and even upped his scoring average to 28 points in the team’s first three playoff wins. Bosha was named district newcomer of the year while Persohn was second team all-district. SILSBEE TIGERS—Coach: Joe Sigler. 2010-11: 30-3/10-0. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Kelton Gaines; 5-9 Jr. Chris Elam; 5-5 Jr. Danti Wilson; 5-7 Jr. Jordan Holmes. GAME: Silsbee’s outstanding season came to an abrupt end in the area round against Sealy. Gaines is back following a second team Super Gold and first team all-district season and will lead the Tigers into what they hope is an extended post-season run with a new coaching staff. Elam added second team all-district honors for a team that must replace graduated district MVP D.C. Stallworth. WEST ORANGE-STARK MUSTANGS—Coach: Jason Wilkins. 2010-11: 17-16/6-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Josh Simmons; 6-2 Sr. Robert Redd; Sr. Larry Sonnier; Jr. Nathaniel Colbert; Sr. O’Shaquie Williams-Foster; Sr. Derrick Ledet. GAME: West Orange-Stark advanced to bi-district against Coldspring Oakhurst. Simmons was named to the all-Orange Leader and district first team while Redd was on the second all-Orange Leader team as well as first team all-district. HAMSHIRE-FANNETT LONGHORNS—Coach: Anthony DeCello. 2010-11: 13-17/3-7. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Dante Smith; 6-2 Sr. Caleb Broussard; 6-5 Sr. Cameron Malveaux. GAME: Malveaux was appointed first team all-district and will lead the Longhorns after the graduation of eight seniors. ORANGEFIELD BOBCATS—Coach: Rea Wrinkle (99-89). 201011: 13-17/2-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Steele Bolton, 13.7 ppg., 3.7 rpg., 1.3 apg., 1.1 TexPreps Basketball | Page 50 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Mason Ousley, 6.7 ppg., 5.2 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Levi Shores, 5.2 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 1.2 apg., 1.7 spg.; 5-11 Jr. Grey Smith, 6.1 ppg., 1.8 rpg., 1.1 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Ty Johnson. GAME: Many young players are coming back with varsity experience to lead the Bobcats into playoff contention. Orangefield plays with a lot of heart and that should not change this year. Look for seniors Bolton, Ousley and Johnson to put the rest of the team on their back with second team all-Orange Leader Bolton firing from the outside and Ousley and Johnson cleaning up in the paint. BRIDGE CITY CARDINALS—Coach: Tony Knight (94-162). 201011: 8-24/1-9. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Nathan Boudreaux, 9 ppg., 11 rpg., 4 bpg.; 6-3 Sr. Tyler Roberts, 11 ppg., 12 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Tanner Cervenka; 5-11 Jr. Adrian Schubarth. GAME: Roberts comes off a second team all-district season while Cervenka was the starting point guard and Schubarth the starting shooting guard as sophomores. Cardinals lose only two players from the roster and look to be much improved. There were also five sophomores on the roster, so the future is bright. This is an incredibly tough district and making the playoffs will be an uphill battle. Team will battle extremely hard for its first post-season berth in six years. Roberts was second team all-Orange Leader and second team all-district. DISTRICT 22-3A COLDSPRING OAKHURST TROJANS—Coach: Byron Northrup. 2010-11: 15-4/10-2. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Jerrell Sykes, 22.3 ppg., 2.4 apg., 3.5 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Lamar Denson, 10 ppg., 4.5 rpg., 3.5 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Eferm Baines, 5 ppg., 2.3 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Tavian Johnson, 5.7 ppg., 3.4 rpg., 3.5 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Alfred Scott, 4.5 ppg., 3.4 spg. GAME: Coldspring advanced to the area round against Navasota. Trojans return eight lettermen and four starters. The leadership of first team all-district Sykes and second teamer Denson will be key. Baines and Johnson bring intensity on the defensive end, and Scott is an athletic guard who makes good decisions. Team will rely on defensive pressure and an uptempo style to impose on their opponents. CLEVELAND INDIANS—Coach: Roderick Broussard (133-58). 2010-11: 29-5/12-0. NAMES: 6-5 Soph. Cedric Gambrell, 6 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-3 Soph. Chris Taylor, 5 ppg.; 6-3 Sr. Jalen Carter; 5-8 Soph. Deon Baldwin; 6-0 Sr. Darius Harrison; 6-4 Soph. Jamal Banks. GAME: Cleveland advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Sour Lake Hardin-Jefferson for the second consecutive season. Indians graduated eight seniors off the roster, but still expect to reload with a great young group able to step in and fill the spots. HUFFMAN HARGRAVE FALCONS—Coach: Chris Richards. 2010-11: 19-13/8-4. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Jacolby Hamilton; 6-4 Sr. Derrick Waldroup; 6-1 Sr. Robert Wallace; Sr. Marcus Smith; Soph. Zack Dumas. GAME: Hargrave advanced to bi-district against Sour Lake Hardin-Jefferson. Dumas was the district newcomer of the year and also cracked the first team all-district roster while Hamilton was on the second team. SPLENDORA WILDCATS—Coach: Jason Vela (150-154). 201011: 11-18/3-9. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Gabe Carvajal, 12 ppg., 2 apg., 2.2 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Huestis McAnally, 7.3 ppg., 6.6 rpg., 1.8 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Christian Hiltibrand, 4.9 ppg., 2.7 apg., 1.5 spg.; Sr. Tyler Mitchell; Sr. Tyler Stallings; Jr. Brice Day; Jr. Mark Watts. GAME: The Wildcats should be loaded with experience and a deep bench. Look for teamwork to be a key factor in the team’s success. Splendora returns seven lettermen to the fold. Carvajal was second team all-district while McAnally was honorable mention. SHEPHERD PIRATES—Coach: Jeremy Bennett (71-82). 201011: 13-18/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Cody Everitt, 14.2 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 6-4 Soph. Tyler Kolek, 3.3 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Doug Lilley, 3.5 ppg., 1.6 rpg.; 6-0 Soph. Caleb Robinson; 6-0 Jr. Eric Jammer. GAME: Everitt will look to pick up where he left off to lead a young team into the playoffs for the first time in years. Everitt scored 20-plus points per game against every district foe last year. LIBERTY PANTHERS—Coach: Laurence Woods. 2010-11: 8-23/1-11. NAMES: 6-7 Jr. Daniel Fitzwater; 5-11 Jr. Jordan Jones; 5-8 Soph. Torian Herman; 6-1 Sr. Michael Williams; 5-10 Sr. Tommie Stewart; 6-1 Jr. James Douglass; 6-2 Soph. Aaron Mosley; 6-3 Sr. Shaquille Anderson. GAME: Fitzwater is the mainstay following a first team all-district season and will get help from second teamer Jones. TARKINGTON LONGHORNS—Coach: Andy Rice. 2010-11: 3-18/1-11. NAMES: Sr. Dustin Sanford; Sr. Ethan Cameron; Jr. Cameron Shew; Jr. Jake Taylor; Sr. Nick Willis; Jr. Brad Walters; Jr. Wyatt Stovall. GAME: Tarkington missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The Longhorns should have more experience this year as only one senior graduated from the roster. DISTRICT 23-3A SMITHVILLE TIGERS—Coach: Cyril Adkins (48-42). 2010-11: 20-12/7-3. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Oscar Kenebrew, 15.7 ppg., 4.5 apg., 2.1 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Coltyn Brown, 16.8 ppg., 8.2 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Joe Crank, 8.1 ppg., 9 rpg., 2 bpg.; 6-3 Soph. Khalil McCathern, 4.5 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Cody Hlavaty, 2.2 ppg., 2 apg. GAME: Smithville advanced to the area round against Cleveland and welcomes back all five starters and nine total lettermen. Three of the players are two-year starters and Kenebrew was district MVP and all-Centex. Brown has been all-district the past two years and TABC all-region, while Crank is a twoyear all-district defensive MVP. NAVASOTA RATTLERS—Coach: Patrick Goodman (19-8). 201011: 19-8/10-0. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Kadarius Baker, 13 ppg., 2 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Austin Collins, 6 ppg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Solomon McGinty, 5 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Navasota advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Sealy. Rattlers return three starters and six lettermen. Team will be young but talented and athletic. Baker was offensive MVP while Collins was newcomer of the year and McGinty was first team all-district. ROCKDALE TIGERS—Coach: Dusty Loewe (469-439). 2010-11: 9-16/3-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. William Dean, 10.1 ppg.; 6-3 Sr. Cody Skubal, 11.5 ppg.; 5-10 Fr. Wendell Mitchell; 6-0 Sr. Zach Garza, 9.5 ppg.; 6-2 Soph. James David, 5.7 ppg. GAME: Tigers will have a true point guard in freshman Mitchell and with four starters coming back should field a stronger and more experienced team. Skubal and Dean were selected second team all-district. GIDDINGS BUFFALOES—Coach: Neal Majewski. 2010-11: 1417/5-5. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Mason Becker; 6-4 Sr. Alex Ellison; 5-10 Sr. Deon Hutchinson; 6-1 Sr. Garry Cooper; 5-9 Sr. Enrico Garcia. GAME: Giddings advanced to bi-district against Sealy and should again find themselves in playoff contention with first team all-district stars Becker and Ellison returning. LA GRANGE LEOPARDS—Coach: James Magness (325-275). 2010-11: 17-15/5-5. NAMES: Sr. Phoenix Burch; Sr. Weston Wick; Jr. Chris Raborn; Sr. Laken Grimes. GAME: La Grange fell to Giddings in a third place tiebreaker game and missed the post-season after going the previous year. Leopards will call on second team all-district Burch to help make a playoff push. CALDWELL HORNETS—Coach: Kevin Smisek 17-54). 2010-11: 12-14/1-9. NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Tim Escalona; 5-9 Sr. William Deere; 5-7 Soph. Cody Mitchell; 6-2 Soph. JJ Jackson; 5-7 Soph. Brady Taylor; 5-3 Soph. Braxton Haynes; 6-1 Soph. Sha’Garius Harrison; 6-0 Sr. Nathan Rodriguez; 5-9 Sr. Hayden Maurer; 5-8 Soph. Redmond Ward; 5-9 Sr. Jonathan Delaney; 6-5 Sr. Zach Aldridge. GAME: Caldwell will need to replace graduated all-district talent Billie Daniels. DISTRICT 24-3A BROOKSHIRE ROYAL FALCONS—Coach: Eric P. Cormier. 2010-11: 19-12/6-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Eric Abanathy, 10.1 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Curtis Williford, 8.9 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Stephen Morgan, 8.5 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Daniel Lewis; 6-0 Jr. Wesley Wilson. GAME: Royal advanced to bi-district against Smithville and expects to have another outstanding season thanks to solid senior leadership. Abanathy and Williford were second team all-district. SEALY TIGERS—Coach: Ray Dabney. 2010-11: 20-12/8-2. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Ricky Seals-Jones; 6-2 Sr. Ryan Klepser; 5-8 Jr. Kris Brown; 6-6 Sr. Raymond Johnson. GAME: Sealy advanced to the regional semifinals against Athens. Tigers return several key and accomplished pieces, including district co-MVP Seals-Jones, newcomer of the year Klepser and second team all-district Brown. Grant Cole Burnet STAFFORD SPARTANS—Coach: Torrence Botts. 2010-11: 19-14/10-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Justin Smith, 9.9 ppg., 2 rpg., 1.7 apg., 2.2 spg.; 6-8 Jr. Brandon Williams, 6 ppg., 6 rpg., 3.8 bpg.; 5-11 Sr. Ronald Bell. GAME: Stafford advanced to the area round against Sour Lake Hardin-Jefferson and welcomes back defensive player of the year Williams and first team all-dis- trict star Smith. HOUSTON KIPP ACADEMY KERBEROS—Coach: Cameron Campbell. 2010-11: 2-8 (district). NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Madison Munajj; 6-3 Jr. Korey Barron; Jr. Phillip Jean-Pierre; 5-10 Jr. Dontaye Mackenzie. GAME: KIPP Academy will need players to fill the void left by graduated all-district member Kelci Rigsby. BELLVILLE BRAHMAS—Coach: Charles Tompkins. 2010-11: 4-20/1-9. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Jacon Crider; 6-1 Sr. Cody Brown; 5-10 Sr. Sam Pechacek; 5-8 Jr. Ja’core Parker; 6-1 Soph. Grant Aschenbeck; 6-4 Jr. Kyle Fuchs; 5-10 Sr. Jamall Reese; 6-2 Sr. Jarrod Dewberry; 5-8 Sr. Kory Green. GAME: Bellville missed the playoffs after going to the regional quarterfinals the previous two years. Crider will keep the motor humming after being named offensive player of the year while Brown and Pechacek were second team alldistrict. TOMBALL MEMORIAL WILDCATS—Coach: Chad Suleimanji. 2010-11: New School. GAME: Wildcats join the ranks of 24-3A to begin their introduction into UIL varsity play. COLUMBUS CARDINALS—Coach: Keith Cubit. 2010-11: 1118/3-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Kyle Appelt; 6-1 Jr. Darius Stevens; 6-0 Sr. Jacob Christen; 5-8 Jr. Parker James; 6-0 Jr. Dari’Yon Shorter; 6-3 Soph. Nick Masarik; 6-2 Sr. Tyler Parkhurst. GAME: Cardinals could struggle unless others step up to replace graduated all-district performer Tyler Gerik. DISTRICT 25-3A LIBERTY HILL PANTHERS—Coach: Barry Boren (508-354). 2010-11: 30-5/10-0. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Stephen Graves, 11.1 ppg.; 5-11 Jr. Shane LaCaille, 9.1 ppg., 4.9 apg., 2.1 spg.; 6-6 Jr. Blake Danielak; 6-1 Sr. Tyler Greenstreet; 6-1 Sr. Corey McKinzey; 6-0 Robert Koepl; 6-4 Nik Crozier. GAME: Liberty Hill advanced to the area round against San Antonio Sam Houston. Panthers graduated 10 seniors after the team went 30-5 for the third consecutive season. District newcomer of the year LaCaille is a quality point guard while second team all-district Graves is a great shooter. Strengths include good perimeter shooting and a good tradition. Team needs to overcome a lack of varsity experience and inside presence. BURNET BULLDOGS—Coach: Roy Kiser. 2010-11: 12-19/5-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Grant Cole, 19 ppg.; 6-5 Sr. Jacob Pollard, 7 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: The Bulldogs will be back in the playoff chase this year with the return of first team all-district Cole and second teamer Pollard leading the way. TAYLOR DUCKS—Coach: Justin Boswell (64-60). 2010-11: 19-13/6-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Jarvis Caldwell, 11 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Jeremy Snyder, 6 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Fred Kerley, 5 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 bpg.; 6-2 Jr. Dustin Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Holden Hudson. GAME: Taylor advanced to bi-district against Fredericksburg. Lots of experience returns including three sophomores who played key roles last season. Caldwell was first team alldistrict while Kerley was on the honorable mention roster. team all-district honors and should also be a force. SALADO EAGLES—Coach: Kenny Mann (216-157). 2010-11: 22-11/6-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Colton Meiman; 6-3 Sr. Koby Spears; 6-2 Sr. Jada Kornegay. GAME: Salado advanced to the area round against Somerset but must replace eight seniors from the roster. Spears was second team all-district and will get assistance from honorable mention picks Meiman and Kornegay. LAMPASAS BADGERS—Coach: Rob Shivers (222-138). 201011: 15-17/3-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Brandon Scott; 6-0 Sr. Secody Howard; 5-9 Sr. Dusty Carnes; 5-8 Jr. Mason Murray; 5-9 Jr. Cullen Singleton; 6-0 Sr. Tanner Swinford; 6-4 Sr. John York. GAME: Lampasas calls on co-defensive MVP Scott to lead the attack from that end of the floor. Howard corralled second LLANO YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Keith Allen. 2010-11: 8-24/0-10. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Vance Bauer; 5-10 Sr. Corbyn Gilbert; 6-2 Jr. Matt Center; 6-1 Sr. Jordan Johnson; 6-2 Sr. Willie Schneider; 6-2 Sr. Michael Garcia; 6-4 Sr. Logan Thompson. GAME: A pair of all-district talents have graduated in Matt Ratliff and Brandon McIaws, but Johnson is back following an honorable mention all-district season. DISTRICT 26-3A BOERNE GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Kimble McHone. 2010-11: 28-7/12-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Logan Harris, 14 ppg.; 5-11 Jr. Griffin McHone, 10 ppg., 8.2 apg.; 6-6 Sr. Ryan Abbott, 8 ppg., 6.5 rpg.; 5-11 Jr. Bradley Veselka, 9.2 ppg.; 6-6 Jr. Jameson Turner, 5 ppg., 4.5 rpg. GAME: Boerne advanced to the area round against Hondo. Greyhounds return all five starters and the top eight lettermen. Team has strong guard play and is fairly big inside. McHone was district MVP and TABC all-region as a sophomore. Harris and Abbott were first team all-district while Veselka and Turner were on the second team. FREDERICKSBURG BATTLIN’ BILLIES—Coach: Tim Kaman (366-244). 2010-11: 20-16/7-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tyler Tomlinson, 11 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. John Howell, 5 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Tate Powell, 7 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Lyall Keen-Hammond, 9 ppg., 5 rpg., 6 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Dominic Carion, 6 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Fredericksburg advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Hondo. Billies should be very experienced with 10 players returning, but the team will still have to contend with Boerne, who returns everyone. Keen-Hammond and Tomlinson were first team all-district while Powell was on the second team. WIMBERLEY TEXANS—Coach: Jeff McDorman. 2010-11: 20-11/9-3. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Hunter Burtschell, 12.6 ppg., 5.9 rpg., 2.9 apg., 1.8 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Davis Holliman, 9.1 ppg., 5.3 rpg., 1.9 apg., 1.5 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Tyler Nance, 5 ppg., 3.1 rpg., 1 apg., 1 spg. GAME: Wimberley advanced to bi-district against Salado. Team graduated a whopping 12 seniors and returns only three players with varsity experience to a very young squad. Burtschell was first team all-district while Holliman was on the second team. SAN ANTONIO HAWKINS WOLFPACK—Coach: Kirk Brown Jr. (14-15) 2010-11: 14-15/5-7. NAMES: 6-3 S. Darrale Flowers, 11 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Darius Diaz, 15 ppg., 12 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Alec Newman, 13 ppg., 4 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Etienne Williams, 7 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Emanuel Castro, 6 ppg., 3 apg., 3 spg. GAME: With everyone returning, Coach Brown believes that the experience the players gained as sophomores and juniors has prepared them well for the upcoming season. Diaz and Flowers are first team all-district honorees. GERONIMO NAVARRO PANTHERS—Coach: Rick Onofre. 2010-11: 10-17/4-8. NAMES: Soph. Colten Magin; Sr. Rylan Chittenden; 5-8 Sr. Koby Pacheco; 5-5 Sr. Chris Arce. GAME: Navarro missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Chittenden knocked down second team alldistrict recognition. BANDERA BULLDOGS—Coach: Brett Morris. 2010-11: 1018/4-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Kyle Monroe; 5-11 Sr. Ryan Walker; 6-0 Sr. Julian Garcia. GAME: Monroe will anchor the Bulldog lineup after a second team all-district season. FISCHER CANYON LAKE HAWKS—Coach: Jeff Maynard. 2010-11: 8-21/1-11. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Matt Magness, 10.4 ppg., 3.1 apg., 1.2 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Brandon Berger, 8.6 ppg.; 6-0 Sr. Carl Cook; 6-0 Jr. Doug Hubnik; 6-5 Jr. Branson Belcher. GAME: Canyon Lake will be young but has great excitement about the season. With starters second team all-district Magness along with Berger returning and combined with the size and speed from the JV, the Hawks are likely to see much more success this season. DISTRICT 27-3A HONDO OWLS—Coach: Fred McCollum (96-37). 2010-11: 28-6/10-2. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Jason Gentry, 15.2 ppg., 5 rpg., 7 apg., 3 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Tyler Barrios, 7 ppg., 4.7 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Isaac Green, 3 ppg., 2.5 pg.; 5-9 Jr. Erick McCollum, 4.6 ppg., 2.1 rpg., 2.3 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Jose Ytuarte, 1.9 ppg., 1.4 rpg. GAME: Hondo advanced to the regional semifinals against Corpus Christi Miller. Strengths include leadership, guard play and depth while size and inexperience must be addressed. Five lettermen return to a team looking to get out and run, press and generally try and speed the game up. Team lost a lot of height and is replacing it with guards led by all-region selection and three-year starter Gentry. Barrios was the sixth man and is now a star, while McCollum played valuable minutes off the bench and should also take big steps. SOMERSET BULLDOGS—Coach: Bryan Penna. 2010-11: 2111/11-1. NAMES: Sr. Joey Dominguez. GAME: Somerset advanced to the regional quarterfinals against San Antonio Sam Houston. Bulldogs look to replace graduated Super Team talent and district MVP Demetrio Zepeda. Dominguez was the district newcomer of the year and looks to have a more pronounced role this year. DEVINE WARHORSES—Coach: Jerel Beaty (49-61). 2010-11: 19-11/5-7. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Sam Ramirez; 6-1 Sr. Ernesto Aguilar, 6 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Charles Campsey, 12 ppg., 4 rpg., 4 apg.; 5-8 Soph. Pat Mares, 14 ppg., 3 apg., 5 spg. GAME: All starters and top reserves are back for a push at the district championship. If Devine’s outside shooting can open things up inside for the two big guys they have a chance to be very competitive. Campsey notched first team all-district honors while Ramirez was on the second team. CARRIZO SPRINGS WILDCATS—Coach: Robert Rojas. 201011: 21-9/8-4. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Nick Talamantez; 6-0 Jr. Raymond Snow; 6-0 Sr. Justin Gallegos. GAME: Carrizo Springs advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Sam Houston. CRYSTAL CITY JAVELINAS—Coach: George Castillo. 2010-11: 8-19/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Frailan Sendejo. GAME: Crystal City missed the playoffs after reaching the area round the previous year. Sendejo returns after being selected first team all-district. LYTLE PIRATES—Coach: Kacy McKinsey. 2010-11: 3-26/0-12. NAMES: Jr. Joseph Santos. GAME: The Pirates look to go Jack Sparrow on the district with the return of second team all-district Santos. PEARSALL MAVERICKS—Coach: Ben Quinones. 2010-11: 9-17/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Joe Hernandez. GAME: It will be a rough go for Pearsall, which must replace graduated all-district star Jonathon Mello. DISTRICT 28-3A SAN ANTONIO SAM HOUSTON HURRICANES—Coach: Ike Thornton. 2010-11: 24-8/11-1. NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Jordon Harris, 9 ppg., 2 apg., 3.5 spg.; Jr. Isaac Thornton; Sr. Dequanne Armstrong; Sr. Jhurell Jackson; 5-11 Jr. Terrence Washington. GAME: Sam Houston advanced to the regional semifinals against Corpus Christi West Oso. The Hurricanes are always a home-run threat when it comes to taking trips to Austin and this year will be no different. Washington was named to the Super Team roster as only a sophomore and has greatness written all over him. Harris added district newcomer of the year honors while Jackson and Armstrong were first team all-district and Thornton was on the second team. PLEASANTON EAGLES—Coach: Ricardo Marquez (21-9). 2010-11: 21-9/11-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Miguel Garcia, 14 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Cody Morales, 12 ppg., 3 rpg., 4 apg., 4 spg.; 6-4 Jr. Dallas Owen, 4 rpg., 2 bpg. GAME: Pleasanton advanced to the area round against Fredericksburg but among the orders of business is finding a replacement for graduated Super Team and district MVP pick Angel Gaitan. Morales and Garcia were both second team all-district and should keep the Eagles contending. GONZALES APACHES—Coach: Jason Tucker. 2010-11: 1912/8-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. J.A. Casares; 6-1 Jr. Cameron Smith; 5-9 Sr. Don Cartwright; 6-3 Jr. Tanner Davis; 5-9 Jr. Cecil Johnson. GAME: Gonzales advanced to bi-district against Hondo and expects second team all-district Casares to keep this team in the playoff mix and district title chase. LA VERNIA BEARS—Coach: Jim Blackburn (504-319). 2010- TexPreps Basketball | Page 51 3A 11: 14-14/5-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Aaron Grubb; 5-9 Sr. Kenny Moehrig; 6-0 Sr. Brandon Felan; 5-11 Sr. Thomas Burris. GAME: A lack of size will be problematic for the Bears this season as it was last. La Vernia will be solid defensively and fundamental but help will have to come from players up from the JV to make them playoff contenders in a tough district. Grubb returns after a first team all-district season. CUERO GOBBLERS—Coach: Colin Toot. 2010-11: 17-12/4-8. GAME: The Gobblers will need an infusion of new players to step up following the graduation of a trio of all-district performers. YOAKUM BULLDOGS—Coach: Myke Ortiz. 2010-11: 3-26/111. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Jeff Harrison; Sr. Fred Thompson; Soph. Timmy Blakeney; Soph. Joe Mireles; Jr. Blake McCracken; Soph. TJ Hights; Jr. Heath Kristek; Sr. John Patek. GAME: Yoakum missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. First team all-district Kerry Linn will need to be replaced on a team that graduated only two seniors. POTEET AGGIES—Coach: Jason Soliz. 2010-11: 7-19/1-11. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Sean Rodriguez; 6-3 Sr. Jay Stephenson; 5-9 Sr. Frank Guzman; 5-8 Sr. Henry Guzman; 6-3 Sr. Stanley Mikolajczyk. GAME: Second team all-district Ruben Sanchez has graduated and gives others the opportunity to step up. DISTRICT 29-3A COLUMBIA ROUGHNECKS—Coach: Harland Hoppock. 201011: 14-15/4-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Brad Swanks, 15 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Brandon Fields, 11 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Broderick Thomas, 9 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Jared Woodard, 6 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Columbia advanced to bi-district against Mathis and welcomes Coach Hoppock. Speed and quickness will be strengths for the team. Roughnecks return four starters and seven players overall as they push for a district title. Swanks and Fields were tabbed first team all-district while Thomas was on the second team. SWEENY BULLDOGS—Coach: Brett Miksch. 2010-11: 277/8-0. NAMES: Sr. Adrian McBride; Sr. Gary Woodard; Jr. Collin Lemon. GAME: Sweeny advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Corpus Christi West Oso. Bulldogs will again be among the elite behind defensive MVP McBride and second team all-district Woodard. NEEDVILLE BLUEJAYS—Coach: Donald Blank. 2010-11: 2311/6-2. NAMES: Sr. Terry Matlock; Sr. Tyler Cain; Soph. Cody Labay; Jr. J.T. Rozner; Jr. Aaron Guzman; Sr. Elliot Janota; Sr. Michael Abben; Jr. Jacob Hundl; Jr. Corey Henry; Sr. Blake Herman; Jr. Chad Ramsey. GAME: Needville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Corpus Christi Miller. Despite graduating district MVP Josh Alderman, look for the Bluejays to again compete for a playoff berth behind first team all-district Matlock. WHARTON TIGERS—Coach: James Black. 2010-11: 19-12/2-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Justin Matthews; 6-0 Sr. Robert Young; 5-11 Jr. Bartee’ Grissom. GAME: Wharton showed major improvement in the overall program as the team continues to take the right steps towards becoming a winning program once again. Seven players are back who all saw significant minutes last year, including newcomer of the year Grissom. Two-year lettermen Matthews and Young will also be called upon. PALACIOS SHARKS—Coach: Trent Weixelman. 2010-11: 0-8 (district). NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Dustin Tedder. GAME: Palacios has struggled, but Tedder is a two-time first team all-district selection and a definite star. DISTRICT 30-3A ARANSAS PASS PANTHERS—Coach: Glen Hayes (406-314). 2010-11: 17-20/9-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. David Gutierrez; 6-0 Sr. C.J. Adame; 6-2 Jr. William Butler; 5-9 Sr. Charles Sanders; 6-4 Jr. Hunter Isom; 6-5 Sr. Matt Gentry; 6-9 Soph. J.D. Gentry; 6-0 Sr. Cody Sullivan; 6-3 Sr. Josh Smith. GAME: Aransas Pass advanced to the area round against Corpus Christi Miller. Panthers return nine out of 10 varsity players from a district champion, including district MVP Isom and first team all-district picks Adame and Sanders and second teamers Gutierrez and Gentry. Strengths will be size TexPreps Basketball | Page 52 and experience as all players have had one to three years of varsity experience. INGLESIDE MUSTANGS—Coach: Trey Turnbough (18-15). 2010-11: 18-15/6-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Matt McHugh, 8 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. David McHugh, 13 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg.; 6-4 Sr. Eric Rousseau, 7 ppg. GAME: Ingleside advanced to bi-district against Needville, the school’s first playoff trip in five years and second time in more than a decade. A great senior class graduated, but there is still a tremendous talent pool within the program. David McHugh was district co-MVP. MATHIS PIRATES—Coach: Mike Gain (43-21). 2010-11: 229/8-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Gabriel Alvarado, 17 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-9 Sr. Rashad Washington, 9 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Michael Diaz, 12 ppg., 7 rpg., 5 apg.; 6-1 Sr. David Dominguez, 6 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Mathis advanced to the area round against Corpus Christi West Oso. Pirates finished as district runner-up and welcome back their top three scorers. Washington was the district defensive MVP while Alvarado was co-offensive MVP and Diaz was newcomer of the year. ROCKPORT-FULTON PIRATES—Coach: Don Heseman. 201011: 11-17/5-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Stratton Williams; Sr. Austin Gibson. GAME: Williams and Gibson are back following first team all-district seasons for a team on the fringe for playoff positioning. SINTON PIRATES—Coach: Jimmy Woodin. 2010-11: 9-22/19. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Sef Ramirez; 5-7 Jr. Trey Gallegos; 5-9 Sr. Derek Villarreal; 6-1 Sr. Remy Huston. GAME: The returning core of this group is hungry after having a disappointing season last year. A more aggressive base defense should give the Pirates more confidence and create more half-court scoring opportunities. Ramirez placed on the second team all-district roster. GOLIAD TIGERS—Coach: David Kelley (249-184). 2010-11: 8-24/1-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Robert Haynes, 9 ppg., 4.5 rpg.; 5-11 Soph. Dalton Sturm, 8.5 ppg., 4.5 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Colby Schrade, 5 ppg., 2.3 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Tyler Flores, 5 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Ke’von White; 6-4 Sr. Brent Carpenter. GAME: Goliad looks to rebound from an off year thanks to the experience that was gained. Team returns seven of 11 players so the outlook is better. Haynes and Sturm were both honorable mention all-district. DISTRICT 31-3A CORPUS CHRISTI MILLER BUCCANEERS—Coach: Maurice Bastian. 2010-11: 22-16/8-2. NAMES: Jr. Billy Guzman; Jr. Dale Perryman; Sr. David Riojas; Sr. Julian Firo. GAME: Miller advanced to the regional final against district foe West Oso, capping a successful first year in Class 3A. Perryman was named co-offensive player of the year as a sophomore and will be putting up the points this season. Guzman was named second team all-district. Teammate Marquis Lewis was the other co-offensive player of the year but has moved back to Mississippi. Riojas and Firo chipped in with honorable mention seasons. CORPUS CHRISTI WEST OSO BEARS—Coach: Arnold Flores. 2010-11: 35-3/10-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. LaDaniel Marshall, 6.6 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Will Enriquez, 4 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Jerome Blankenship, 4 ppg. GAME: West Oso brought glory to Corpus Christi with a state championship win over Burkburnett, ending a decades-old drought for the city to win a state title. This year’s Bears will be young and inexperienced, so players will have to step up to fill some big shoes. Marshall was district defensive MVP while Enriquez was second team all-district. ORANGE GROVE BULLDOGS—Coach: Jeff Huber (405-363). 2010-11: 16-18/4-6. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Joseph Williams, 10 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Miles Kocurek, 14 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Zach Arnold, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. Ruben Lopez, 4 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Michael Stehle, 4.4 ppg. GAME: Orange Grove advanced to the area round against Sweeny. Four starters return and offer plenty of height and experience. Kocurek splashed 122 three-pointers last year and is a constant threat. Lopez was co-newcomer of the year while Kocurek was first team all-district and Arnold was honorable mention.. ROBSTOWN COTTON PICKERS—Coach: Bert Ybarra. 201011: 13-13/3-7. NAMES: Jr. Paul Salinas; Sr. Matt Lara. GAME: Robstown will call on the two-pronged attack of honorable mention all-district performers Salinas and Lara. LYFORD BULLDOGS—Coach: Douglas Ames. 2010-11: 1517/4-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Danny Espinoza; 5-9 Sr. Jacob Lerma; 5-8 Jr. Gilberto Rodriguez; 5-10 Sr. Mathew Vasquez; 5-10 Jr. Lucas Salinas; 5-6 Jr. Johnathan Nino. GAME: Lyford missed the post-season after reaching the area round the previous year. Expect second team all-district talent Espinoza to shoulder even more of a load his senior season with help from honorable mention all-district Lerma. RAYMONDVILLE BEARKATS—Coach: Josue Flores. 2010-11: 13-16/2-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Frank Ledesma; 5-9 Sr. Josh Cantu; 5-9 Sr. D.J. Quiroga; 5-10 Jr. Omar Pena. GAME: Bearkats welcome Coach Flores to the helm and look to honorable mention all-district Ledesma as the go-to guy. DISTRICT 32-3A RIO HONDO BOBCATS—Coach: Jose Guzman. 2010-11: 259/12-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Jacob Garza, 5.4 apg., 4.2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Jorge Bermudez, 18.3 ppg., 7.6 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Shawn O’Brien; 5-8 Jr. Jon Elizondo; 5-7 Sr. Josh Hinojosa; 6-2 Sr. Jorge Bermudez; 6-3 Sr. Jacob Boen; 5-11 Sr. Miguel Uresti. GAME: Rio Hondo advanced to the area round against Needville and will be a league favorite behind returning district MVP Bermudez. He will have plenty of help beginning with newcomer of the year Garza, first team all-district O’Brien, second teamer Boen and honorable mention tab Hinojosa. LA FERIA LIONS—Coach: Ruben Zambrano. 2010-11: 1520/8-4. NAMES: Sr. Gilbert Jimenez; Sr. Nick Chapa; Sr. Jon Alvarado; Sr. Steven Salinas; Sr. Austin Olivarez. GAME: La Feria advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Miller and return plenty of senior talent. Jimenez was a first team all-district selection while Chapa was honorable mention. PORT ISABEL TARPONS—Coach: Al Senteno. 2010-11: 1614/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Alan Barrera, 10 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Zach Reeves; 6-2 Soph. Jimmy Puentes. GAME: Tarpons will be a young team that finished one game out of the playoffs last year. Team is looking to reach the post-season with a defensive mentality. Barrera was second team all-district while Reeves and Puentes were honorable mention. RIO GRANDE CITY LA GRULLA GATORS—Coach: Jose Ramos. 2010-11: 8-18/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Rollie Zamora; Jr. Daniel Gutierrez; Soph. German Garcia; Sr. Rosvel Ramirez; Jr. Juan Hernandez; Jr. David Mendiola. GAME: The Gators will be better in Year 2 behind second team all-district Ramirez and honorable mention selections Mendiola and Zamora. ZAPATA HAWKS—Coach: Juan Villarreal. 2010-11: 18-15/10-2. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Andres Gonzalez. GAME: Zapata advanced to bi-district against Orange Grove but what a toll graduation took. The Hawks dropped an incredible 14 of the 15 players on the roster to leave the lonely Gonzalez coming back. PROGRESO RED ANTS—Coach: Jose Mena. 2010-11: 1-21/012. NAMES: Sr. Armando Lopez; Jr. Guadalupe Rosales; Jr. Domingo Garza. GAME: The Red Ants have often had to fight without a strong supporting cast, but this year the team returns three key contributors in honorable mention all-district picks Lopez, Rosales and Garza. DONNA IDEA ACADEMY TITANS—Coach: David Wagner. 2010-11: 2-10 (district). NAMES: Sr. Aaron Gutierrez; Soph. Gilbert Lucio; Sr. Aaron Hernandez; Sr. Omar Ortega. GAME: The Titans return some good talent with second team all-district Gutierrez and honorable mention picks Lucio, Hernandez and Ortega. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO SOUTHWEST JAVELINAS—Coach: Jesus Reyes. 2010-11: New School. GAME: Southwest is the newest entry out of the PSJA school district to field a UIL varsity team. Davon Fox Jerome Blankenship La’Daniel Marshall Chantze Avery William Enriquez TexPreps Basketball | Page 53 TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 2A BOYS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Idalou—The team that has everything in all sports just might grab a back-to-back state basketball championship. Whitewright—Junior Tyrone Swoopes is one of the state’s best at any classification and could be leading a state title run. Tatum—Eagles reached the state championship contest and despite graduating some big talent still rates a dangerous team. Crockett—A.D. Smith and Dominique Wheeler are serious talents for a regional finalist team. Ponder—The regional semis ended Ponder’s three state tournament runs, but this team will again be talented. New Waverly—A new coaching staff is in place for a team that should battle it out in district against Crockett. Melissa—The state semifinalist Cardinals will field a young team but this is a club that has established itself in Class 2A. San Antonio Cole—Cougars advanced to the regional final for the second consecutive season and bring back district MVP Ronnel Jordan. White Oak—Four starters return to a regional semifinalist led by district MVP Caleb Carr. Kountze—Lions always get enough votes to be in the state’s top 10 and this year is no different. CLASS 2A DISTRICT 1-2A CHILDRESS BOBCATS—Coach: Brent Gaylor. 2010-11: 306/8-2. GAME: Childress advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Idalou and will still be the league favorite despite losing some key seniors. BUSHLAND FALCONS—Coach: Steve Rhodes (179-138). 2010-11: 26-7/9-1. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Kale Lane; 6-4 Sr. Calvin Thompson; 6-0 Sr. Dreagan Patterson. GAME: Bushland advanced to the area round against Stanton. District MVP Brett Wilhelm has graduated, meaning the Falcons will now turn to co-newcomer of the year Lane and all-district Thompson. SANFORD-FRITCH EAGLES—Coach: Jason Hale. 2010-11: 7-17/4-6. NAMES: Colton Valle. GAME: The Eagles have a nice building block in district co- TexPreps Basketball | Page 54 newcomer of the year Valle, who should take this team to some peaks. AMARILLO RIVER ROAD WILDCATS—Coach: Joe Yankovich (12-42). 2010-11: 4-26/1-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Chancelor Hawkins, 4.5 ppg., 4 rpg., 1 apg.; 5-9 Sr. Zach Jackson, 6.5 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Ty Cessnun, 4 ppg., 6 rpg., 1 bpg.; 5-11 Jr. Brandon MacKeen, 4 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Trey Evans. GAME: Last year was filled with injuries as five of the top players in the program and three starters missed games. With that, numerous players were exposed to varsity level competition and saw a lot of playing time. Depth will be much better because of this. Over 12 players return who saw minutes last year on the varsity. AMARILLO HIGHLAND PARK HORNETS—Coach: Michael Jackson. 2010-11: 5-17/1-9. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Lance Mullins. GAME: Highland Park should have enough weapons to contend for a playoff berth. SPEARMAN LYNX—Coach: Josh White (51-31). 2010-11: 15-11/7-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Blaine Pack, 4.3 ppg., 2.5 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Jace Lang-Swan, 4.9 ppg., 2.9 rpg. GAME: Spearman advanced to bi-district against Muleshoe for the second consecutive season but must replace eight of 10 players from last year’s rostere. There will be many new faces and it will take time for the team to gel. Once everyone gets on the same page this should be another competitive club. DISTRICT 2-2A IDALOU WILDCATS—Coach: Tyler Helms (63-8). 2010-11: 33-1/14-0. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Riley Payne, 16.2 ppg., 7.3 rpg., 3.8 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Alec Estes, 13.5 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 5.8 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Bradley Adkins, 10.2 ppg., 5.5 rpg., 3.4 apg.; 6-8 Jr. Alan Zahn, 7.5 ppg., 7.2 rpg.; 5-10 Soph. Koal Houchin, 6.2 ppg., 3.5 apg. GAME: This is the school that has it all after winning a state basketball championship on the heels of a football title. And the winning isn’t over as the Wildcats are a strong favorite to defend their title. Three starters and eight lettermen return including state tournament and district defensive MVP Payne and all-region guard and first team all-district Estes, both four-year starters. Fellow first teamer Adkins is a three-year starter and will need to pick up the slack for graduated all-stater Luke Buckner and alldistrict Tyler Dowdy. Zahn and district newcomer of the year Houchin both played valuable minutes off the bench in the playoffs. DIMMITT BOBCATS—Coach: Alan Steinle. 2010-11: 2111/9-5. NAMES: Jr. Matthew Johnson; Jr. Eric Oltivero. GAME: Dimmitt advanced to bi-district against Childress and has some key young pieces in place in first team alldistrict Johnson and Oltivero. Look for the Bobcats to continue their recent surge and contend for district bragging rights. ABERNATHY ANTELOPES—Coach: Wayne Riley (283-154). 2010-11: 9-21/3-11. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Garrett Rogers; 6-2 Sr. Ty Wise; 5-9 Sr. Payton Knight; 6-2 Jr. Layton Turner; 6-3 Soph. Justin Cannon. GAME: Abernathy returns seven lettermen and expects that to be a plus for the team in a very strong district. FLOYDADA WHIRLWINDS—Coach: Troyce Renfro. 201011: 13-15/4-10. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Anderson Weeks; 6-0 Sr. Hayden Lipham. GAME: Floydada missed the playoffs after going the previous year and must replace graduated all-district star Bryson Session. MULESHOE MULES—Coach: Jay Gorman (49-42). 2010-11: 23-11/10-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Juan Guerrero; 6-0 Sr. Beau Avila; 6-2 Sr. Saul Elizalde; 6-1 Sr. Eric Orozco; 5-11 Soph. Eli Leal. GAME: Muleshoe advanced to the regional final against district foe Idalou. Mules lost nine seniors including two all-region players, but do return three-year letterman Avila. Team will be more athletic but without any superstars. There will be several seniors but they are inexperienced. The key is how well and fast the team can learn an entire system with a new coach. Muleshoe has the athletes to make things interesting and could be great on defense. FRIONA CHIEFTAINS—Coach: David Woods. 2010-11: 1913/6-8. NAMES: 6-7 Sr. Ryan Dewitt; 5-9 Sr. Gabriel Avalos; 6-2 Sr. Caleb Monroe; 5-8 Sr. Weston Wyly; 5-9 Sr. Dillon Kelley; 5-8 Sr. Michael Ortiz; 5-9 Sr. Simon Zaijcek. GAME: Friona missed the post-season after reaching the previous year and graduated all-district performer Nick Ortiz. LITTLEFIELD WILDCATS—Coach: Nick Martin. 2010-11: 127/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Tracy Huseman. GAME: Littlefield missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional semifinals the previous year. Expect all-district talent Huseman to lead the Wildcats. TULIA HORNETS—Coach: Daniel Hinojosa. 2010-11: 9-17/2-12. GAME: Life is not going to be easy for a Tulia team that has struggled in an unforgiving district. DISTRICT 3-2A SLATON TIGERS—Coach: Ryan Dykes (190-137). 2010-11: 14-14/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Sir Hollis; Sr. Matthew Fennimore; Sr. Kaleb Heinrich; Sr. Joe Jaramillo; Sr. Kisen Thomas; Sr. Tanner Walton; Sr. Clint Martin; Jr. Quaylon Fitts. GAME: Slaton should show serious improvement this year behind a trio of returning first team all-district talents in Hollis, Walton and Thomas. Fitts gave opponents just that as a second team all-district talent while Heinrich was on the all-defensive team. Tigers improved by seven games in district play from the previous year. DENVER CITY MUSTANGS—Coach: J.D. Milligan (291-199). 2010-11: 19-13/10-4. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Clancy David, 8 ppg., 3 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Kahleed Brown, 5 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Mason Milligan, 5 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-3 Soph. Keyshawn Hawkins. GAME: Denver City advanced to the area round against Idalou. Mustangs will be young but pretty athletic. Milligan grabbed district newcomer of the year honors. COLORADO CITY WOLVES—Coach: Barry Kimball. 2010-11: 24-6/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Derek Gainey; 5-11 Sr. Tylor Lorenz; 6-1 Sr. Tyler Hammond; 6-1 Sr. Benny Jones; 5-5 Sr. Jason Rodriguez. GAME: Colorado City advanced to the area round against Muleshoe. Wolves must replace graduated district MVP Blaze Alford but return several talented players to the roster. Watch for first team all-district Gainey and Lorenz to spear the attack. FORSAN BUFFALOES—Coach: Gary Huckabee. 2010-11: 10-19/4-10. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Ty Johnson, 10 ppg., 5.8 rpg., 2 apg., 2.8 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Bryson Phillips, 8 ppg., 5.6 rpg. GAME: Forsan had a good building year last year. With the experience and leadership of the seniors, it should be an even better year as the district as a whole will be very competitive. Johnson was first team all-district. STANTON BUFFALOES—Coach: Kenny VanCuren (139-121). 2010-11: 24-6/10-4. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Andres Chavez, 2 ppg., 1.3 apg., 1 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Blake Evans, 3 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Nate Koonce, 4 ppg., 1.5 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Ethan Mauldin, 1.5 ppg., 1 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Scott Smith. GAME: Stanton advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Muleshoe. Team lost all five starters, although Koonce, Chavez and Evans have been on the varsity since their freshman years. All have plenty of game and playoff experience, which should help against tough district competition. COAHOMA BULLDOGS—Coach: Kim Nichols (452-330). 2010-11: 12-16/4-10. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Tanner Ruiz, 12.8 ppg., 6.7 rpg., 4.1 apg.; 5-9 Sr. Sheish Cravens, 9.6 ppg., 4.7 rpg., 3.4 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Jacob Echavarria, 4.5 ppg., 5.8 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Aaron Acevedo, 4.3 ppg.; 5-8 Jr. Ryan Reid, 2.4 ppg. GAME: Bulldogs must develop quality depth, especially at the post position, and will look to get better defensively. Ruiz was named to the first team all-Big Country team and first team all-district while Cravens was on the second team. LUBBOCK ROOSEVELT EAGLES—Coach: Steve Keith. 201011: 10-20/6-8. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jasper Johnson; 5-10 Sr. Quade Keith; 5-10 Sr. Nathan Jacquez. GAME: A young Eagles team will take flight behind second team all-district Keith. POST ANTELOPES—Coach: Kevin James. 2010-11: 7-21/014. NAMES: Sr. Corbin McDonald. GAME: McDonald had an outstanding season capped by a second team all-district honor. DISTRICT 4-2A ALPINE FIGHTIN’ BUCKS—Coach: Michael Valencia. 201011: 29-5/6-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Taylor O’Bryant; 6-4 Sr. Marcus Myers; 6-4 Sr. Parker Mallouf; 5-11 Jr. Jeremy Ontiveros. GAME: Alpine advanced to the area round against Childress but graduated nine seniors from the roster. Ontiveros was newcomer of the year while O’Bryant was first team all-district and Mallouf and Myers were second team. TORNILLO COYOTES—Coach: Cody Burris (63-38). 2010-11: 16-17/1-5. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Alonso Perea, 7.1 ppg., 1.5 rpg., 1.3 spg.; 6-2 Soph. Sammy Sanchez, 3.8 ppg., 1.9 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Josh Delgado, 1.9 ppg., 1.8 rpg. GAME: Coyotes return two starters and three lettermen and will call on team speed as a strength. Tornillo lacks experience and size. The team’s drop down to 2A last year was a rough one and the team will be looking to guard play to get back to the playoffs. Defense will be the key to success. Perea was second team all-district. KERMIT YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Drew Coffman. 201011: 15-15/3-3. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Tristan Cano; 6-1 Sr. Erik Montoya; 5-10 Sr. Brandon Meneses; 6-1 Sr. Joe Pearson; 5-5 Sr. Aaron Pando; 6-0 Sr. Aurelio Ramos; 5-5 Soph. Xavier Quiroz; 6-0 Jr. Alan Barrera. GAME: Coach Coffman is new at the helm after coming from Hico and leads a team that advanced to bi-district against Stanton. Pearson and Cano were second team alldistrict and will lead the team. CRANE GOLDEN CRANES—Coach: Chris Suttle. 2010-11: 10-19/2-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tyler Althof; 5-5 Sr. Andy Trevino; 5-11 Sr. Dalton Degraffenreid; 5-10 Jr. Forrest Yelverton; 5-6 Jr. Steve Heredia; 5-8 Jr. Carlos Benavides; 6-0 Jr. Devan Cavazos; 6-0 Sr. Josh Daniel; 6-3 Sr. Marco Vergara. GAME: Crane advanced to bi-district against Denver City. Althof and Yelverton were a pair of young first team alldistrict picks while Cavazos and Vergara were honorable mention. DISTRICT 5-2A TUSCOLA JIM NED INDIANS—Coach: Steve Bryant (16062). 2010-11: 22-11/10-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Clay O’Dell, 10.7 ppg., 34.7 rpg.; 6-6 Jr. Will Bryant, 10.6 ppg., 5.4 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Brady Leissner, 6 ppg.; 6-0 Jr. Austin Mays. GAME: Jim Ned advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Hico. The Indians are one of the overall favorites in 2A and possess a team with plenty of long-distance firepower as Bryant (60), O’Dell (50) and Leissner (40) made a combined 150 threes amongst them. O’Dell and Bryant were first team all-district honorees while Leissner and Mays were on the second unit. EASTLAND MAVERICKS—Coach: Doug Galyean (587-335). 2010-11: 30-5/13-1. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Clint Galyean, 11.8 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 4.2 apg., 3 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Trent Brittain, 7 ppg., 7 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Dominique Segura, 4.5 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Caleb Hullum, 4 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-0 Soph. Josh Moylan. GAME: Eastland advanced to the regional semifinals against Muleshoe. Mavericks return three starters and six lettermen to a team that has won three consecutive regional quarterfinals. Good quickness and an expectation to win are the biggest positives. Depth could be an issue. Galyean was newcomer of the year and honorable mention all-Big Country while Brittain was also on the Big Country list and district defensive player of the year. Segura and Hullum added honorable mention nods. CISCO LOBOES—Coach: Kevin Hearne. NAMES: Sr. Josh McBride; Soph. Colten Kent. GAME: McBride and Kent’s tremendous years were capped by honorable mention all-Big Country recognition. Both will lead a team that should firmly be in the playoff hunt. BRECKENRIDGE BUCKAROOS—Coach: Rob Ogle. 2010-11: 12-14/7-7. NAMES: Sr. Scotty Roberson; Jr. Gerardo Duron; Soph. Rigoberto Gallegos; Soph. Caleb Spoon; Jr. Lane Morris. GAME: This team will definitely be competing for a playoff spot with several talented players coming back including first team all-district Spoon and his frequent knifes to the basket along with Roberson. CLYDE BULLDOGS—Coach: Eric Phelps. 2010-11: 17-18/8-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Lyle Neel; 5-9 Sr. Brett Clower; 6-0 Sr. Hayden Smith; 6-1 Soph. Mason Burson; 6-3 Jr. Will White. GAME: Clyde advanced to the area round against Wall but graduated district MVP Tanner Welch. Neel and Clower placed on the honorable mention all-district team and will pace the Bulldogs. MERKEL BADGERS—Coach: Cliff McGuire. GAME: The Badgers will likely be in the bottom rung of this district but should have enough talent to be competitive and possibly push for a playoff spot. ANSON TIGERS—Coach: Craig Black. 2010-11: 18-15/6-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Andy Spurgin; 6-0 Sr. Cristian Garcia; 6-0 Sr. Zach Stevens; 6-0 Jr. Hayden Stovall; 6-1 Sr. Kasey Norman; 6-1 Sr. Bryce McGee. GAME: Anson will be competitive despite losing the 6-8 height of graduated all-district talent Justin Gray and two other seniors. HAWLEY BEARCATS—Coach: Jay Penquite. 2010-11: 8-23/2-12. GAME: Hawley missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and must deal with the loss of graduated alldistrict talent Billy Brosh. DISTRICT 6-2A DUBLIN LIONS—Coach: Richard Pringle. 2010-11: 2013/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Hunter Turner, 11.2 ppg., 3.7 apg., 2.8 spg.; 6-8 Sr. Jakob Damstra, 10.6 ppg., 11.1 rpg., 3.8 bpg.; 6-0 Jr. Aaron Callaway, 8.2 ppg., 3.1 apg. GAME: Dublin advanced to bi-district against Tuscola Jim Ned. Lions finished third in a very tough district and will return eight players who should help challenge for the district crown. Turner and Damstra were honorable mention all-Big Country and first team all-district while Callaway was on the second team. COMANCHE INDIANS—Coach: Jeff Thomason. 2010-11: 16-17/11-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Payton Middleton; 6-1 Sr. Eric Akin; 5-9 TexPreps Basketball | Page 55 2A Sr. Tyler Sattler; 5-10 Soph. Caisson Montieth; 5-9 Sr. Luis Calderon; 5-10 Sr. Cameron Ellis; 6-4 Jr. Bryson Brawley. GAME: Comanche advanced to bi-district against Clyde. This should be a dangerous club again this year with the return of district co-newcomer of the year Montieth and second team all-district Akin. BANGS DRAGONS—Coach: Mark Kyle. 2010-11: 22-8/9-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Braden Williams, 10.4 ppg., 2.7 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Vicente Gonzales, 8.8 ppg., 2.1 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Lucius Stallworth, 7.5 ppg., 9.5 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Blake Stembridge, 3.5 ppg., 4.5 rpg. GAME: Dragons return three starters and eight lettermen and graduate only two seniors off last year’s roster. Team will have five juniors who contributed on the varsity as sophomores and will need to improve defensively if they are to make the playoffs. Stallworth was district co-newcomer of the year while Williams was first team all-district and Gonzales was second team. HICO TIGERS—Coach: Brad Stegall (26-10). 2010-11: 354/14-0. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Drew Polk, 14 ppg., 5 rpg., 5 apg.; 6-0 Jr. Colton Stegall, 4 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Myles Mayfield, 3 ppg. GAME: Hico advanced to the regional semifinals against Idalou in a season almost as good as Koffee Kup pie. Tigers will follow up the best season in school history by returning one starter and four varsity players who are very athletic. Expectations are still high with returning district offensive MVP Polk and honorable mention picks Stegall and Mayfield. Team will be young and will have to fill a void left by the graduation of 6-8 Michael Warren. SAN SABA ARMADILLOS—Coach: Ron Welch. 2010-11: 1317/5-9. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Luke Cox, 10 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Clayton Perry; 5-10 Sr. Zack Davis; 5-9 Jr. J.T. Mathis; 6-0 Sr. Celestino Aguirre; 6-4 Sr. Ryan Pannell; 5-11 Sr. Tanner Hawkins. GAME: San Saba should be improved with the return of several players from last year’s team that saw only two graduate. Cox nabbed second team all-district honors. EARLY LONGHORNS—Coach: Shawn Cullins. 2010-11: 5-25/1-13. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Cameron Denison, 12 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-10 Sr. JS Dyer, 8 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Ceth Hardy, 7 ppg., 2 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Payton Hiltibidal, 5 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-10 Soph. Chase Riker, 5 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Early returns three starters and brings a mix of senior leadership with several underclassmen. Denison was second team all-district. HAMILTON BULLDOGS—Coach: Howard Cox. 2010-11: 7-18/5-9. NAMES: Sr. Payden Nolan. GAME: Nolan was a shining first team all-district performer for Hamilton. The town also still has one of the best Dairy Queen stores in the state. COLEMAN BLUECATS—Coach: Sean Mound. 2010-11: 4-25/1-13. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Anthony Thomas; 6-4 Sr. Reid Needham; 5-10 Sr. Ryan Kuehler; 5-10 Sr. Justin Morales; 6-1 Sr. Troy Hubbard; 5-9 Jr. DJ Terrell; 5-11 Jr. Dalton Gentry. GAME: Needham excelled in a second team all-district campaign for a team that truly will need him. Coleman, Gentry and Morales were all named honorable mention. DISTRICT 7-2A SONORA BRONCOS—Coach: Lamar Evans. 2010-11: 1811/8-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Word Hudson, 16.1 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 5.2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Imoni Cross, 10.2 ppg., 4 rpg., 3.3 apg. GAME: Sonora advanced to the area round against Hico. Word is that Hudson is back after being named district codefensive MVP as well as all-West Texas Class 2A. Cross was also on the West Texas team and was a playmaker on the defensive end of the floor. BALLINGER BEARCATS—Coach: Robert Buxkemper (583293). 2010-11: 16-14/6-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Raymond Delgado; 6-2 Sr. Lane Carter, 4.6 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 1.3 apg., 1.3 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Jacob Rodriguez, 3.2 ppg., 2.1 apg.; 6-0 Jr. Ely Self, 4.5 ppg., 5.2 rpg.; 6-1 Soph. Chris Keesee. GAME: The Bearcats will rely on teamwork, hustle, desire and a will to win. WALL HAWKS—Coach: Doug Gordon (422-166). 2010-11: 29-4/10-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Austin Matschek; 6-6 Jr. Michael Walling; 5-9 Jr. Grant Eubank; 5-10 Soph. Brent Matschek; 6-3 Soph. Luke Dacy. TexPreps Basketball | Page 56 GAME: Wall advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Eastland. Hawks will field a young team with one returning starter and two lettermen. The JV went 16-2 and was the district champion. (Sonora, Ballinger, Wall, Brady, Ozona, GC) BRADY BULLDOGS—Coach: Hollis Moore. 2010-11: 1-24/0-10. GAME: Brady struggled mightily in missing the post-season after reaching the area round the previous year. OZONA LIONS—Coach: Juan Marshall. 2010-11: 9-19/2-8. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Jerrod Dubois. GAME: Coach Marshall is new to the program and will attempt to restore Ozona to its winning ways. Dubois is a sensational building block after being named district newcomer of the year. SAN ANGELO GRAPE CREEK EAGLES—Coach: Nupy Flores. 2010-11: 10-17/3-7. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Donavon Broadway, 12.2 ppg., 6 rpg. GAME: Grape Creek has a huge hole to fill in replacing graduated Justin Doss, who was named to three consecutive all-district teams. Broadway is more than capable of being the man after being selected all-West Texas Class 2A while starting every game and hitting over 40 percent of his shots from the field. DISTRICT 8-2A INGRAM MOORE WARRIORS—Coach: Brice Reynolds. 2010-11: 24-8/6-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Tyler Scherer; 5-10 Sr. Tyler Moore; 5-10 Sr. Josh Wilson; 6-0 Sr. Bradley Hansenn; 6-7 Jr. Sam Foss; 6-4 Sr. Kyle Ames; 5-11 Sr. Nick Morris. GAME: Ingram Moore advanced to the area round against Eastland. Team lost three all-district performers to graduation but welcomes back second team all-district Scherer who is expected to lead this district favorite. JUNCTION EAGLES—Coach: Ben Faulkner. 2010-11: 4-4 (district). NAMES: Jr. Ryan McBee; Jr. Kade Wimberley; Jr. Ducie Carrington. GAME: What’s up, Ducie! Second team all-district Carrington is probably the top guard returning to this district on a team that advanced to bi-district against Sonora. He is joined by newcomer of the year McBee and fellow second teamer Wimberley. BLANCO PANTHERS—Coach: Jeff Akin. 2010-11: 15-13/3-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tanner Rogers; 5-9 Jr. Sam Isenberg; 5-9 Soph. David Ramirez; 6-5 Jr. Ian Ray; 6-3 Sr. Matt Pepper; Soph. Kyle Sauceda; Jr. Colton Childress. GAME: Three starters and seven lettermen return and will get help from three or four more players from a 16-6 JV. A go-to guy must emerge, but there are players with the ability to be that guy. This should be a strong rebounding team with Pepper, Ray and Sauceda. Second team all-district Isenberg returns at the point as does back-up Childress. Ramirez is probably the district’s top perimeter defender and Rogers may be the most dangerous threepoint shooter. HARPER LONGHORNS—Coach: Vance Millican (205-111). 2010-11: 24-8/7-1. NAMES: Sr. Reagan Randle, 9 ppg., 4.5 apg., 3 spg.; Sr. Jose Rodriguez; Jr. Kash Bolin; Josh Schmerbeck. GAME: Harper advanced to the area round against Tuscola Jim Ned. All-district star Randle is the lone returning starter along with three lettermen who are back. COMFORT BOBCATS—Coach: Corey Harris. 2010-11: 4-22/0-8. NAMES: Sr. Erasmo Nunez. GAME: Bobcats are retooling and need to replace graduated all-district talent Philip Grafe. DISTRICT 9-2A KRUM BOBCATS—Coach: Lance Boxell. 2010-11: 18-19/7-5. NAMES: Sr. Taylor Troth; Sr. Kyle Mankin; Sr. Cooper Barksdale. GAME: The Bobcats should be at the head of the district class behind first team all-district Troth and second teamers Mankin and Barksdale. HOLLIDAY EAGLES—Coach: Kyle Tucker (44-15). 2010-11: 20-6/10-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Kelby Carver, 10.1 ppg., 4.6 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Ryan Todd, 6.9 ppg., 6.6 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Austin Twilligear, 8.1 ppg., 3.1 spg.; 6-1 Jr. Jacob Cole, 9.2 ppg., 6.3 rpg. GAME: Holliday advanced to the area round against Melissa. Eagles return seven players to a roster strong on senior leadership, speed and quickness. Cole was the district sixth man of the year while Carver and Twilligear were first team all-district Hayden Hill Hunter Nobile and Todd was on Nocona Nocona the second team. PONDER LIONS—Coach: Jude Stanley (180-69). 2010-11: 20-16/11-1. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Dalton Brown, 16.4 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Tanner Yeager, 7.7 ppg., 3.5 apg.; 6-0 Sr. John Burke, 2 ppg.; 6-1 Jr. Reid Sanders, 3.6 ppg.; 6-0 Jr. Kade Copp, 2 ppg. GAME: Ponder advanced to the regional semifinals against Italy, ending a run of three consecutive state championships. Lions must replace all-state Jorden Young’s production and leadership following his graduation. Keys will be defense, tradition and finding leadership. Brown was offensive player of the year while Yeager was newcomer of the year. NOCONA INDIANS—Coach: J.D. Mayo. 2010-11: 20-11/8-4. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Hayden Hill, 11 ppg., 7 rpg., 1 apg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Hunter Nobile, 15 ppg., 4 rpg., 1.5 apg., 3 spg. GAME: Nocona returns one starter to the mix of a short and slender squad with limited experience. Indians will be strong on fundamentals and will work hard to improve. Coach Mayo’s stated goal is to develop players on and off the court. Nobile was first team all-district. ALVORD BULLDOGS—Coach: Curtis Enis. 2010-11: 1-11 (district). NAMES: Jr. Casen Baker; Sr. Trevor Hardee. GAME: The Bulldogs will rely on first team all-district Baker and second teamer Hardee to lead the team in the playoff chase. HENRIETTA BEARCATS—Coach: Brett Hill. 2010-11: 2-10 (district). NAMES: Jr. Nick Powell. GAME: Powell is back to lead the Bearcats after a second team year. Team will look to replace two-time all-district talent Brandon Lavy. WICHITA FALLS CITY VIEW MUSTANGS—Coach: Rudy Hawkins. 2010-11: 15-16/3-9. NAMES: Sr. Josh Duncan; Sr. D.J. Brown. GAME: City View will show improvement this year behind second team all-district Brown. DISTRICT 10-2A PEASTER GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Derron Smith. 2010-11: 14-10-1/7-6-1. NAMES: Sr. Josh Davis; Sr. Caleb Davis. GAME: Peaster missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Josh Davis was district sixth man of the year and will have a greater role this year. Help will come from second team all-district Caleb Davis. BROCK EAGLES—Coach: Jeff Bell (626-229). 2010-11: 314/14-0. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Drake Osborn; 6-5 Sr. Kenton Wood; Jr. Dylan Carrigan. GAME: Brock advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Melissa and should again be battling for a district crown and playoff berth despite the loss of graduated district MVP Colton Castle. Osborn was tabbed defensive MVP and is a solid leader. Carrigan chipped in second team alldistrict recognition. GODLEY WILDCATS—Coach: Keith McFarland. 2010-11: 25-11/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Kolby Brown; Sr. Andrew Newell. GAME: Godley advanced to the area round against Whitewright. The Wildcats were a senior-dominated team but do welcome back first team all-district Brown to the mix along with second teamer Newell. BOYD YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Oscar Hernandez. 201011: 20-10/8-6. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Jared Cate, 15.5 ppg.; 6-5 Sr. Chasen Starnes, 10.5 ppg. GAME: First team all-district Cate is a good shooter while second teamer Starnes defends the other team’s best player and is very versatile. TOLAR RATTLERS—Coach: Kent Caruthers. 2010-11: 2110/9-5. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Lucas Baker; 6-4 Jr. Jacob Phillips; 5-10 Jr. Landon Morris; 5-10 Jr. Zack Hasegawa; 6-3 Sr. Sheldon Scott. GAME: Tolar advanced to bi-district against Holliday and will again be tough with the return of first team all-district Baker. MILLSAP BULLDOGS—Coach: Andy Hudson. 2010-11: 1715-1/4-9-1. The Bulldogs will need to scramble to replace graduated all-district stars Zeb Littlefield and Tyler Lindsey. JACKSBORO TIGERS—Coach: Will Johnson. 2010-11: 1221/2-12. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Carson Earp; 5-11 Jr. Reid Spiller; 5-11 Sr. McCall Maddox; 5-10 Sr. Travis Lane; 5-8 Jr. Carter Pledger; 5-9 Soph. Cooper Tisdale. GAME: Tigers return some talent to the fight with district newcomer of the year Earp and honorable mention alldistrict Maddox and Spiller. PARADISE PANTHERS—Coach: Tim Dukes. 2010-11: 9-14/1-13. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Tyler Overstreet; 5-9 Sr. Josh Pewitt; 6-0 Sr. Taylor Choate; 5-9 Sr. Logan Bailey; 6-3 Sr. Conner Berry; 6-2 Sr. Paul Melvin; 6-4 Jr. Keaton Hickman. GAME: Paradise graduated all-district star Toi Glover but welcomes back seven of the 10 players on the roster including second team all-district star Berry. DISTRICT 11-2A WHITEWRIGHT TIGERS—Coach: Shawn Dalbert. 2010-11: 26-7/14-0. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Tyrone Swoopes, 19.6 ppg., 8.8 rpg., 4.3 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Warren Schultz; 5-9 Sr. Jordan Brummett; 6-6 Sr. Gerren Ballard; 6-1 Sr. Dylan Kennemur. GAME: Whitewright advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Ponder and brings back the sensational Swoopes, a first team all-Texomaland, TABC all-state and district MVP talent. Ballard also garnered honorable mention all-Texomaland and first team all-district recognition. GUNTER TIGERS—Coach: Lonnie Scott. 2010-11: 11-14/95. NAMES: Sr. Richard Young, 17.6 ppg., 5.5 rpg., 5.9 apg, 3.2 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Brian Hillman; 5-11 Soph. Tyson Scott; 5-6 Jr. Will Neely; 5-10 Soph. Cade Cruce; 6-4 Jr. J Bailey; 5-10 Jr. Dakota Hunter; 5-10 Soph. Tyler Brewer; 6-3 Soph. Josh Hill. GAME: Gunter advanced to the area round against Brock. Young knocked down district offensive player of the year honors as well as first team all-Texomaland, while Hillman was on the honorable mention Texomaland and first team all-district roster. The Tigers will be dangerous as not one senior graduated from the squad. POTTSBORO CARDINALS—Coach: Russell Ratliff. NAMES: Jr. Dallas Sewell. GAME: The Cardinals graduated all-district star Tanner Budra but still should have enough firepower to nudge into the playoffs. CALLISBURG WILDCATS—Coach: Brian Bradford. 2010-11: 17-15/10-5. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Brandon Lile; 5-9 Soph. Josh Monkres; 6-3 Sr. Colton Holder; 6-2 Sr. Cole Wescoat; 5-9 Sr. Andy Gutierrez. GAME: Callisburg advanced to bi-district against Cooper. Wildcats graduated four seniors including Ben Fisk but should still be capable of pushing for the playoffs. Lile and Holder were voted honorable mention all-district. HOWE BULLDOGS—Coach: Tim Rose (346-288). 2010-11: 13-14/7-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Alex Torres; 6-1 Jr. Ryan Haines; 5-9 Jr. Jacob Grisolia; 5-11 Jr. Tanner Hawkins; 6-3 Sr. Colby Ake. GAME: Torres enjoyed second team all-Texomaland recognition as well as first team all-district honors. Help will come from honorable mention all-district Haines. BELLS PANTHERS—Coach: Chris Cornelison. 2010-11: 1116/6-6. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Bud Pedigo; 5-10 Sr. Kolby Milner; 5-8 Sr. Zack Wornhor; 5-8 Sr. Ethan Tongate. GAME: Look for honorable mention all-Texomaland and first team all-district Pedigo to step up huge this year for the Panthers. SADLER S&S CONSOLIDATED RAMS—Coach: Colt Carmichael. 2010-11: 5-24/0-14. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Matt Brown; 6-3 Jr. Robert Cowden. GAME: S&S has most of its varsity players back from the previous season. Team is looking to turn a winless district schedule around relying on the shooting of Brown on the perimeter and the ability of Cowden to finish around the Mason Hart Melissa Ryan Ragon Melissa Jackson Webb Melissa rim. Brown was second team all-district while Cowden averaged a double-double in five district games. TOM BEAN TOMCATS—Coach: Alan Gann. 2010-11: 7-21/2-12. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Brandon McLain; Soph. Logan LeDane; Soph. Caden Gomez. GAME: LeDane enjoyed newcomer of the year and first team all-district recognition. DISTRICT 12-2A COOPER BULLDOGS—Coach: Chase Seelke. 2010-11: 1912/9-3. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Montrel Roberts, 15.6 ppg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Jalen Roberts, 11.5 ppg., 9 rpg.; 6-2 Soph. Marquette Reynolds, 11.3 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-6 Soph. Darmarcus Robinson, 6 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Hunter Wright, 5 ppg., 8 rpg. GAME: Cooper advanced to the area round against Ponder. Offensive MVP Montrel Roberts returns along with seven other varsity lettermen. Second team all-district Jalen Roberts and tri-newcomer of the year Reynolds can fill it up offensively. Bulldogs will look to press full court and push the ball offensively. MELISSA CARDINALS—Coach: Clint Sadler (90-15). 201011: 36-2/12-0. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Ryan Ragon, 4.2 ppg., 1.8 rpg., 2.8 apg., 1.6 spg.; 6-1 Soph. Jackson Webb, 3.3. ppg., 3.3 rpg., 2.3 apg., 1.9 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Mason Hart, 3.9 ppg., 2.4 rpg., 1 apg., 1 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Chris Smith; 6-2 Soph. Zach Torres. GAME: Melissa will be very young after graduating eight seniors including district tri-MVPs from a state semifinalist team. Four major players will be returning as well as others ready to step up from a junior varsity district champion team. Webb is a tri-newcomer of the year while Ragon is first team all-district, Hart is second team and Smith honorable mention. BOGATA RIVERCREST REBELS—Coach: J.B. Littlejohn (165130). 2010-11: 13-18/5-7. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. KeKe Savage, 7.3 ppg., 3.4 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Jacob Wright, 12 ppg., 4.6 rpg., 2.3 spg.; 6-1 Soph. Jamal Curtis, 6.4 ppg., 2.7 apg., 2.3 spg.; 6-4 Jr. Aaron Eudy, 6.3 ppg., 7.1 rpg., 2.3 bpg.; 6-1 Jr. Johnathan Moore, 3.2 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 1.2 spg. GAME: Rivercrest advanced to bi-district against Gunter with only one senior on the team. This was and still is a young group that projects to have only one senior starting. Rebels look to apply the lessons learned from the past season and add some depth with players coming from a 15-6 JV and 12-2 freshman team. Curtis was co-sixth man of the year while Wright was first team all-district and Savage was on the second team. LEONARD TIGERS—Coach: Jeff Smith (334-160). 2010-11: 5-7 (district). NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Tyler Turner; 5-10 Jr. Storm Taylor; 5-8 Jr. Blake Hicks; 5-11 Jacob Redmon; 5-11 Soph. Isaiah Turner; 6-3 Jr. Ty Lynn; 6-2 Jr. Matthew Wilson; 6-1 Jr. Max Scoggins. GAME: Leonard fell in a third place tiebreaker game to Bogata Rivercrest on a last-second play. Turner was named honorable mention all-Texomaland as a sophomore and district defensive MVP and will lead a club that will have the playoffs in mind. Watch also for tri-newcomer of the year Taylor and first team all-district Hicks. PATTONVILLE PRAIRILAND PATRIOTS—Coach: Trevor Upchurch. 2010-11: 12-18/3-9. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Garrett Berry; 6-2 Soph. David Murdock; 5-8 Sr. Josh Esch; 5-9 Jr. Tyler Patterson; 5-6 Sr. Colton Reynolds; 5-6 Soph. Jeremy Hunter; 6-1 Sr. Vince Gibson. GAME: Berry was awarded co-sixth man of the year recognition while Murdock was second team all-district and Esch was honorable mention. Patriots lose only three seniors from the roster. CADDO MILLS FOXES—Coach: Joey Rhoden. 2010-11: 9-19/3-9. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Taylor Bicknell; Sr. DaQuan Stoker; Jr. Dami- an Newby; Sr. Taylor Lumsden; Sr. Cody Cresswell; Sr. Kaleb Fulton; Jr. Jeremy Welch; Soph. Tyler Spradlin. GAME: Caddo Mills missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and will look to honorable mention all-district Bicknell and Stoker to lead. PARIS CHISUM MUSTANGS—Coach: David Wilson. 201011: 5-7 (district). GAME: Chisum missed the playoffs after appearing the previous year and must replace graduated all-district star Dax Holt. DISTRICT 13-2A DALLAS LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF LIONS—Coach: Scott Thrush (149-95) 2010-11: 14-15/7-5. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. DeBrenton Williams, 15 ppg., 9 rpg., 3 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Christian Johnson, 12 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Joseph Brown, 7 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Jerome Fellows, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Terry Matthews. GAME: Life Oak Cliff advanced to bi-district against Mildred. Lions return four starters and seven lettermen including the addition of some quality JV players. Team will be deep and hungry after a shorter-than-expected playoff run. Williams was newcomer of the year and first team all-district while Johnson and Brown were second team alldistrict and Fellows was honorable mention. SUNNYVALE RAIDERS—Coach: Paul Vanek (67-32). 201011: 25-7/12-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Bobby Luka; 6-4 Jr. Thomas Wendt; 6-2 Soph. Josh Quinn. GAME: Sunnyvale advanced to the area round against Hearne. After losing nine seniors, the Raiders will need to rebuild. With the leadership of two returning starters and a good JV group coming up, Coach Vanek has a positive outlook on the upcoming season. Team will be smaller in size this year but hopes to use its quickness to help out. LIFE RED OAK SCHOOL MUSTANGS—Coach: Edward Berumen. 2010-11: 20-10/5-7. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Bryan Hoskin; 6-3 Sr. Billy Russell; 5-10 Sr. Charles Banks; 6-1 Jr. Zabdi Cuellar; 5-7 Soph. Neal Johnson; 6-1 Sr. Cooper Spurgin; 6-2 Soph. David Perry. GAME: Life Red Oak missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Johnson was named district freshman of the year while Cuellar and Hoskin were second team all-district. PALMER BULLDOGS—Coach: James Roby. 2010-11: 265/10-2. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Jose Zamarron; 5-10 Jr. Tyler Lowe; 5-10 Jr. Jesse Gomez; 6-2 Sr. Jessie Swindell; 5-8 Sr. Augie Herrera. GAME: Palmer advanced to the area round against Crawford. Bulldogs graduated district co-MVP Zach Hobbs and will need others to step up. Zamarron could be the one after being named co-offensive player of the year while Lowe was second team all-district. IRVING NORTH HILLS PANTHERS—Coach: Ben Hunt. 201011: 17-12/6-6. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Timmy Paul; 5-11 Jr. Nitthin Thaimuriyil; Jr. Aseem Arab; Sr. Paul Park. GAME: Panthers improved by four games in district last year but will need some returnees to replace graduated all-district performers Thomas Rahimi and Jonathan Tran. SCURRY-ROSSER WILDCATS—Coach: Chad Collins. 201011: 1-11 (district). NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Travis Carrell. GAME: Who will step up for the Wildcats to replace graduated multiple all-district star Seth Farmer? DALLAS PEAK PREP—Coach: Brian McGowan. 2010-11: 1-11 (district). NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Christian Gallegos; 5-8 Sr. Angel Jasso; 6-0 Sr. Dwight Lofton; 5-10 Sr. Adan Ortiz; 5-9 Sr. Charles Osorio; 5-8 Sr. Francisco Quijano; 6-3 Sr. Cristian Suarez. GAME: Peak Prep brings back good numbers but not much height to battle in this district. DISTRICT 14-2A MILDRED EAGLES—Coach: Daniel Johnston. 2010-11: 1813/9-3. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Nic Shimonek, 15 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Daniel Folsom, 8 ppg., 4. apg.; 5-10 Soph. Mike Muncy; 6-2 Soph. Jase Butler; 5-10 Soph. Draylon Sterling. GAME: Mildred advanced to the area round against Italy. Eagles return three starters and several bench players. Shimonek is the returning district MVP while first team alldistrict Folsom is a two-year starter at point guard. TEAGUE LIONS—Coach: Marvin Childs. 2010-11: 9-3 (dis- TexPreps Basketball | Page 57 2A trict). NAMES: Sr. Antonio Garcia; Jr. Daryl Brooks; Sr. Landon Lancaster. GAME: Teague advanced to the area round against Grandview after finishing in the cellar the previous year. Lions will again be a tough out behind first team all-district Garcia and second teamers Brooks and Lancaster. MALAKOFF TIGERS—Coach: DeArtis Nickerson Jr. 2010-11: 9-3 (district). NAMES: Sr. Ethan Owens; Sr. Kameron Fletcher; Sr. Garrett Airheart. GAME: Malakoff advanced to bi-district against Palmer and will turn to second team all-district Airheart following the graduation of a pair of first team all-district talents. EUSTACE BULLDOGS—Coach: Chad Martinez. 2010-11: 1513/7-5. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jacob McCarter; 6-0 Jr. John Bradburn; 5-10 Sr. Billy Key; 5-10 Sr. Tyson Oliver. GAME: McCarter returns after a second team all-district season to a club that will lose a pair of first team all-district performers. BUFFALO BISON—Coach: Warren Ringland. 2010-11: 8-18/2-10. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Travis Cunningham, 4.3 ppg.; 5-8 Jr. Tate Hartley, 5.4 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Dylan Lanningham; 6-5 Soph. Oscar Stanley, 4.5 rpg.; 6-0 Soph. Tyler Adams, 8.9 ppg.; Soph. Logan Jones. GAME: Buffalo missed the post-season after reaching the previous year. Cunningham and Hartley were a pair of second team all-district honorees as sophomores. Team will be very young but quick with sophomores Adams and Stanley adding to the Cunningham,Hartley and Jones nucleus. JEWETT LEON COUGARS—Coach: Charles Brown. 2010-11: 6-6 (district). NAMES: Sr. Vince Hale. GAME: First team all-district Hale will need to be hearty for Leon to experience much success in a tough district. BLOOMING GROVE LIONS—Coach: Ben Kinnison. 2010-11: 2-27/1-11. NAMES: Soph. Daniel Pelzel; Soph. Tyler Morris. GAME: Blooming Grove has a solid building block in place in newcomer of the year Pelzel. DISTRICT 15-2A ITALY GLADIATORS—Coach: Aidan Callahan. 2010-11: 288/13-1. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Larry Mayberry; Jr. Cole Hopkins. GAME: Italy advanced to the regional final for the third consecutive year, this time against Melissa. The Gladiators are now ready to take that next one big step that leads to Austin. Watch for sixth man of the year Hopkins to have a more pronounced role this year with help from second team all-district Mayberry. GRANDVIEW ZEBRAS—Coach: Todd Jarrell. 2010-11: 248/12-2. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Ryan Breton, 9.5 ppg., 4.1 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Terrell Williams, 7.5 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Stephen Stewart, 5 ppg.; 6-4 Sr. Kirk Waldrip, 6 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Dylan Bartosh. GAME: Grandview advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Crawford. Even though the Zebras lost three starters to graduation, next year’s team could be the deepest in the last six years at the school with 12 players pushing for minutes. Grandview could possibly have five players 6-4 or better, by far their biggest team in the last eight years. Williams was second team all-district. WHITNEY WILDCATS—Coach: Troy Doyle. 2010-11: 1420/4-10. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. T.Q. Echols, 19.5 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Adam Strawbridge, 5 ppg. GAME: Wildcats return only two starters but do bring back six lettermen and a very strong JV and freshman team. Team improved 10 wins from the previous year and should have another significant improvement in Coach Doyle’s second year. Echols was one of two sophomores named first team all-district. MAYPEARL PANTHERS—Coach: Sedrick Love. 2010-11: 179/9-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Chad Hill; 6-2 Soph. Andre Mills. GAME: Panthers fully expect to compete for a playoff berth this year despite losing three all-district players to graduation and eight of 10 players overall. KEENE CHARGERS—Coach: Jason Hill. 2010-11: 21-14/9-5. NAMES: Jr. Manuel Gonzales. GAME: Keene advanced to bi-district against Hearne and welcomes back first team all-district Gonzales, the only TexPreps Basketball | Page 58 sophomore named to the group. AXTELL LONGHORNS—Coach: Trent Collier. 2010-11: 1317/3-11. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Lucas Helleck; 6-0 Sr. Keith Lindsay; 6-1 Sr. Jacob Kubitza; 6-3 Jr. Justin Stromacher; 6-0 Soph. Michael Milburn. GAME: Coach Collier is the new leader of the program and has a team that looks to be about the middle of the pack but nonetheless with a shot at reaching the playoffs. Lindsay was first team all-district. RIO VISTA EAGLES—Coach: Ryan Cavazos. 2010-11: 9-21/3-11. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Ryan Jimison; 5-11 Sr. Tyler Allen; 6-0 Jr. Joseph Chavez. GAME: Jimison is the bright hope for Rio Vista coming off a second team all-district season. Eagles lost eight of their 11 players to graduation. CLIFTON CUBS—Coach: Wade Morton. 2010-11: 11-16/311. NAMES: Jr. Cortland Dutschmann; 5-9 Sr. Hayden Adcock; 5-9 Jr. Randall Pilcher; 6-0 Sr. Cody Franklin. GAME: Cubs are in a bind to replace graduated all-district star Brad Maddux. DISTRICT 16-2A MARLIN BULLDOGS—Coach: Jamal Lang. 2010-11: 1912/9-5. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Christopher Battise; 6-1 Sr. Latre Smith; 6-1 Sr. Andre Lowe; 6-1 Sr. Wilford Sanders; 5-8 Sr. Josh Scott; 6-4 Sr. Nijul Thomas; 5-8 Jr. Derrick Scott; 6-2 Jr. Ladarian Hopwood; 5-10 Jr. Desmond Womack. GAME: Marlin advanced to bi-district against Grandview. Smith was district co-MVP and reason why the Bulldogs have even greater aspirations this year. Battise was co-sixth man while Hopwood was co-newcomer of the year. Lowe picked up first team all-district honors for this stacked roster. HEARNE EAGLES—Coach: Broderick McGrew (190-66). 2010-11: 23-11/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. De’Aundres Lewis; 6-0 Jr. JeMarcus Johnson; 5-9 Soph. Michael Robinson; 5-10 Sr. Darrell Robinson; 6-4 Sr. Lamarcus Cooks; 6-3 Jr. Tra’maun Humber. GAME: Hearne advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Italy. Lewis returns as a tri-offensive MVP and will lead the Eagles. TROY TROJANS—Coach: Nathan Janak (20-11). 2010-11: 20-11/8-6. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Aaron Stone, 8.6 ppg., 7.4 rpg.; 6-2 Soph. Kyle Whitley, 4.8 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Jr. Daniel Wurster, 5.2 ppg., 4.3 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Zach Allen, 2.2 ppg.; 6-0 Sr. Curtis Mercer, 2 ppg. GAME: After missing the playoffs by one game, the Trojans will try to extend this coming season by using multiple aggressive defenses and playing through the post on offense. Team success will depend on district co-sixth man of the year Stone being a strong force inside. First team all-district Whitley and honorable mention Wurster will bring energy and defensive intensity while Allen and Mercer will provide outside shooting. CRAWFORD PIRATES—Coach: Brent Elmore (106-47). 2010-11: 25-7/12-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jake Blenden. GAME: Crawford advanced to the regional semifinals against Melissa. Expect Blenden to keep this team in playoff contention following a first team all-district season. FRANKLIN LIONS—Coach: Shad Reed. 2010-11: 12-13/8-6. NAMES: Jr. Nathaniel Jack; Jr. Darius Floyd; Sr. Mitch Williams; Sr. Bryce McKinney; Sr. Porter Brewer; Sr. Daniel Brewer; Jr. Chris Morrow; Sr. Andy Baxter. GAME: Lions welcome Coach Reed from Whitesboro. He in turn welcomes newcomer of the year Jack, first team all-district Floyd and second teamer McKinney who should dramatically improve this team. MCGREGOR BULLDOGS—Coach: Lenoy Jones. 2010-11: 7-19/4-10. NAMES: Sr. Keith Reineke; Sr. Travis Allison; Jr. Marcus Irons. GAME: Reineke and Irons notched second team all-district recognition for the Bulldogs. ROSEBUD-LOTT COUGARS—Coach: Hosea Smith. 2010-11: 11-18/1-13. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Eli Savage; 6-0 Soph. Artis Johnson; 6-2 Jr. Michael Hiese; 6-0 Sr. Justin Allen. GAME: Cougars slid to a painful district finish one year after reaching the area round of the playoffs. Savage was an honorable mention all-district beast and was joined by Trey Jameson Edgewood Josh Sharff Edgewood Johnson. BRUCEVILLE-EDDY EAGLES—Coach: David Melvin. 201011: 16-18./4-10. GAME: Eagles might be grounded this year with the loss of all-district performer Mark Alvear. DISTRICT 17-2A NEW BOSTON LIONS—Coach: Michael Hill. 2010-11: 1710/12-2. NAMES: Sr. Larry Carroll; 6-4 Soph. Dale Roberts. GAME: New Boston advanced to the area round against Tatum for its third consecutive run to that particular round. The Lions are the head of the class this year behind Carroll and Roberts. MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL HILL RED DEVILS—Coach: Ron Hanks (251-125). 2010-11: 28-3/13-1. GAME: Chapel Hill advanced to the regional quarterfinals against White Oak, the team’s second consecutive appearance in that round. The Red Devils have a number of graduated seniors to replace but this is a club still penciled in for a playoff berth. HOOKS HORNETS—Coach: Chris Pennington. 2010-11: 2112/7-7. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Kendrick Henderson; 5-9 Sr. Demarcus Dickerson; 6-5 Jr. Aaron Doddy; 6-6 Sr. Anthony Soto; 6-0 Jr. Cedrick Johnson; 5-7 Jr. Chris Swan; 5-9 Jr. Trey Powell; 6-3 Sr. David Anderson; 5-9 Sr. Jeremy Green; 5-10 Jr. Demetris Burchette. GAME: Hooks will be in the playoff chase with a team that graduated only one senior last year in Shannon Gay. Last year’s young squad still went 7-7 in district and just missed out on the post-season. DEKALB BEARS—Coach: Zach Allison (18-13). 2010-11: 1813/8-6. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Clay Williams, 10 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 spg., 2 bpg.; 6-1 Sr. Shaquille Wherry, 10 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg. GAME: Bears return six players with some experience. Team must find a guard to replace all-district guard Markel Moore. DeKalb has a chance to be very athletic and strong on defense. LINDEN-KILDARE TIGERS—Coach: Colby Boyce. 2010-11: 25-7/10-4. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Shock Linwood; 6-1 Sr. Johnathan Hall; 5-9 Sr. Roddrick Lawson; 6-3 Sr. Trey Darty. GAME: Linden-Kildare advanced to the area round against White Oak behind a senior/junior heavy team. Tigers took a good loss in graduation but now have some more seniors on hand for another playoff run. OMAHA PEWITT BRAHMAS—Coach: Derek Barnhart. 2010-11: 4-14/3-11. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Denton Evans; 5-8 Jr. Robert Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Sedrick Johnson; 6-0 Sr. Jay Minton; 5-11 Soph. Tim Hill. GAME: A late football run got the Brahmas off to a slow and late start on the hardwood. QUEEN CITY BULLDOGS—Coach: Phillip Turner. 2010-11: 4-24/1-13. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Hunter Wilcher; 6-3 Jr. Derrick Dowden; 5-7 Soph. Reggie Henderson; 6-0 Jr. Dylan Copeland; 6-2 Jr. Kadarion Robinson; 6-0 Jr. Briley Barnwell; 5-8 Jr. Dylan Covey; 5-8 Soph. Zachery Walker; 6-1 Jr. Rebel Gardner; 6-1 Sr. Sadat Banks; 5-6 Jr. Trey Wilson; 6-2 Sr. Lucas Owens. GAME: Queen City has had its share of struggles lately in this league but last year was quite an inexperienced club with only one senior on the roster. REDWATER DRAGONS—Coach: Scooter Cassler. 2010-11: 2-12 (district). NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Kolby Lee; 5-9 Sr. Dorian Hankins; 5-9 Sr. Landon Poore; 5-8 Jr. Jared Bristow. GAME: Redwater will field a more experienced team this year that will hopefully translate into more victories. DISTRICT 18-2A EDGEWOOD BULLDOGS—Coach: Jay Jameson (470-137). 2010-11: 19-15/11-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Josh Sharff, 8 ppg., 5 apg., 4 spg.; 6-6 Sr. Trey Jameson, 12 ppg., 8 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Kaven DeLoach, 11 ppg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 6-3 Soph. Tyler Germany, 7 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Jacob Sharff, 6 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Eugene Dillard, 5 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 spg. GAME: Edgewood advanced to bi-district against LindenKildare and should again be the class of the league. Watch for freshman of the year Germany to continue rising with help from first team all-district Jameson and DeLoach and second teamer Sharff. GRAND SALINE INDIANS—Coach: Kenny Phelps. 2010-11: 27-8/12-2. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Jordan Tittle, 7 ppg.; 6-4 Sr. Lucas Akins, 14 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Shayne Neal, 5 ppg.; 6-4 Jr. Dean Latta, 9 ppg. GAME: Grand Saline advanced to the area round against Daingerfield after winning its first district championship in 38 years. District MVP Taylor Phelps graduated, but team returns four starters. Akins was offensive player of the year, while Tittle and Latta were first team all-district and Neal was on the second team. Defense held opponents under 40 points per game and the same attitude is needed this year. ALBA-GOLDEN PANTHERS—Coach: Billy Thomas. 2010-11: 20-10/7-7. NAMES: Sr. Cameron Frazier; Sr. Philip Gobble. GAME: Alba-Golden missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Frazier notched first team all-district recognition while Gobble was no turkey himself in a second team season. COMO-PICKTON EAGLES—Coach: Joey Sims (101-86). 2010-11: 21-11/7-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Yoan Preciado, 5.6 ppg., 2.6 rpg., 1.5 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Corbin Flora, 9.8 ppg., 4.2 apg., 2.5 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Trevor Cagle, 13.2 ppg., 8.4 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Matthew Sharp, 2.3 ppg., 2.4 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Even Tellez, 2.5 ppg., 2.6 rpg. GAME: Eagles look to build on the steps made last season and to do that the team needs to fill the holes left by the graduated seniors. Cagle was named district newcomer of the year with some spectacular numbers while Flora was on the second team all-district roster. QUITMAN BULLDOGS—Coach: Dean Overcast. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. McCawley Morrow; 6-0 Sr. Andre Thompson; 5-9 Sr. Joey Stovall; 6-1 Jr. Lindsey Foley; Jr. Jonathan Haskett; 5-10 Jr. Jacob Hurley; 5-10 Sr. Jonathan Pruden; Jr. Colby Finch. GAME: Quitman should vie for a playoff spot with leaders such as first team all-district Stovall and second teamer Morrow. WINNSBORO RED RAIDERS—Coach: Seth McAfee. 201011: 7-21/0-14. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Luke Tebbetts; 6-3 Jr. Colten Wood; 5-8 Jr. Layne Jones; 6-2 Soph. Sheyan Thompson. GAME: Underclassmen dominate the Winnsboro roster as the team tries to shake off a difficult season. MINEOLA YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Ryan Steadman. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Eric Galvaz; 6-0 Sr. Trey Boyd; 6-1 Jr. Casey Stubblefield; 5-10 Sr. Matt Shade; 6-2 Jr. Dac Shaw. GAME: Mineola graduated five seniors and will lean on second team all-district Galvaz to step up even more. LONE OAK BUFFALOES—Coach: Chris Hicks. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Trever Lasseter. GAME: Lone Oak advanced to bi-district against New Boston. Buffaloes graduated a wealth of all-district talent including Andre Crow, Cooper Jones and Keaton Smith. Lasseter returns following a second team all-district showing and is the team leader. DISTRICT 19-2A WHITE OAK ROUGHNECKS—Coach: Ron Boyett. 2010-11: 30-4/11-1. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Caleb Carr, 13.5 ppg., 2.5 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Kris Anderson, 8.8 ppg., 5.1 apg., 3.3 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Jerred Whisenhunt, 8.7 ppg., 6.2 rpg.; 6-6 Jr. Levi Yancy, 11.4 ppg., 6.4 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Ian Story. GAME: White Oak advanced to the regional semifinals against Crockett. Roughnecks return four starters and one other letterman. If the Roughnecks can develop some depth they should be very competitive within the region. Carr is the returning district MVP and TABC all-region pick. Yancy was all-East Texas and district newcomer of the year, while Anderson was district defensive MVP. Also watch for second team all-district Whisenhunt. DAINGERFIELD TIGERS—Coach: Curtis Lewis. 2010-11: 174/11-1. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Darren Terry. GAME: Daingerfield advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Tatum. The Tigers took a big hit in graduation but will still be a talented and formidable group behind first team all-district Terry. BIG SANDY HARMONY EAGLES—Coach: Brett Cloud. 201011: 15-15/5-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Charlie Moler; 5-8 Jr. Alan Peralta; 5-9 Sr. Wesley Schoon; Jr. Reid Rendon; Sr. AJ Valdez; Sr. Seth Boling; Sr. Palmer Child; Sr. Kamron Ward; Jr. Lucas Askew. GAME: Harmony missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and should have greater experience after only graduating two seniors. Watch for co-newcomer of the year Askew to continue stepping up along with second team all-district stars Schoon, Peralta and Moler and honorable mention selections Rendon, Boling and Child. HUGHES SPRINGS MUSTANGS—Coach: Ken Miller. 201011: 16-14/7-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Davunta Hatten. GAME: Hughes Springs advanced to bi-district against Elysian Fields. Hatten returns following a first team all-district season to lead the Mustangs. ORE CITY REBELS—Coach: Josh Keith. 2010-11: 15-15/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Dalton Hildreth; 5-8 Sr. Martez Jimmerson; 6-1 Sr. Thomas Hart; 6-2 Sr. Kendrick Gilstrap; 6-3 Sr. Cody Taylor; Soph. Keynon Whetstone. GAME: Gilstrap chalked up second team all-district recognition while Hildreth and Whetstone were honorable mention recipients. DIANA NEW DIANA EAGLES—Coach: David Schubert. 2010-11: 12-18/2-10. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Daniel Brown; 5-8 Jr. Caleb Garrett; 5-10 Jr. Tyler Sobey; 5-10 Sr. Donovan McGuire; 5-10 Sr. Cody Wager; 5-9 Sr. Lane Duncan; 5-11 Jr. Edmond Jones. GAME: Eagles only lost three seniors to graduation, but all three were all-district selections. Look for honorable mention all-district Brown to assume more leadership this year. GLADEWATER UNION GROVE LIONS—Coach: Quentin Cates. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). GAME: Two-time all-district selection Beau Davis has graduated and must be replaced. DISTRICT 20-2A JEFFERSON BULLDOGS—Coach: Brian Malone. NAMES: Jr. David Police; Jr. Cordarryl Hale; Sr. Turahn Mitchell; Sr. Windale Cooper; Jr. Shaun Figures. GAME: Jefferson advanced to bi-district against Daingerfield. Police nabbed several suspects on the way to district defensive MVP honors. Hale and Mitchell were first team all-district while Cooper was on the second team and it figured that Figures would be honorable mention. TATUM EAGLES—Coach: Brett Carr. 2010-11: 32-8/10-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Nathan Pickett, 8 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Daven Reese; 6-0 Jr. Javolick Garrett; 6-2 Sr. Brandon Viesca; 6-0 Sr. Michael Orcutt; Klifton Willis; Casey Carr; Donovan Centers; Cole Hughes; Shaq Johnson; Jaylen Shans. GAME: Tatum enjoyed a magical season that culminated with a state final championship game in Austin. Eagles lost most of that team to graduation and will depend on a JV that was made up of a freshman class that has not lost a district game in three years. Team will be very quick but very small and should again be fun to watch. Pickett was first team all-district while Reese was on the second team and Garrett was honorable mention. ELYSIAN FIELDS YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Maynard Chapman. 2010-11: 6-4 (district). NAMES:6-3 Jr. Isaiah Golden; Jr. Christian Smith; Sr. Chris Ray; Jr. Don Deramus. GAME: Elysian Fields advanced to the area round against Mount Pleasant Chapel Hill and should again be in good shape for this year. Watch for first team all-district Smith, second teamer Golden and honorable mention picks Ray and Deramus to lead the club. HARLETON WILDCATS—Coach: Gabriel Gearheart. NAMES: Sr. Jacob Holmes; Sr. Jabe Martin; Sr. Warren Roberts; Jr. Phoenix Young. GAME: Wildcats return a number of talented players back to the roster including second team all-district mates Holmes, Martin and Roberts and honorable mention nod Young. WASKOM WILDCATS—Coach: Adam Wollam. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: Sr. Kylan Jackson; Sr. Caliel Luster. GAME: Waskom missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. This year’s team will have plenty of luster, or at least honorable mention Caliel Luster who will team with second team all-district Jackson. JOAQUIN RAMS—Coach: Brian Gandy. 2010-11: 4-18/2-8. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Wyatt Hairgrove, 16 ppg., 3 spg.; 6-5 Sr. Cody Runnels, 5 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 bpg.; 6-0 Soph. Gage Bel- rose, 5 ppg., 6 rpg. GAME: Rams lost three seniors, only one who played significant minutes. Team will have only three seniors this coming season, so it is still a young squad. Hairgrove was first team all-district while Belrose was on the honorable mention list. DISTRICT 21-2A TROUP TIGERS—Coach: Brent Smith. 2010-11: 19-15/8-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Carson Clark, 24.3 ppg., 3.6 apg.; 6-1 Sr. James Jiles, 9.2 ppg., 5.7 spg.; 6-1 Jr. Bradley Stewart, 8.5 ppg., 4.6 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Wesley Thompson, 5 ppg., 6.1 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Shaquille Rollins, 5.1 ppg., 5.8 rpg. GAME: Troup advanced to bi-district against Woden and returns all five starters including all nine lettermen. Clark also swished 108 three-pointers and was named district MVP. Jiles and Stewart were first team all-district while Thompson and Rollins were on the second team. Tigers should be a strong contender for the district championship. FRANKSTON INDIANS—Coach: Robert Loper (758-412). 2010-11: 20-10/7-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Treston Coleman, 14 ppg., 5 rpg., 2.4 spg.; 6-4 Sr. Jordan Wilks, 10 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Corey Warren, 7 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Michael Warren, 3 ppg., 2 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Tye Griffin, 2 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: As always Coach Loper’s Indians should be competitive for a playoff spot with a nice blend of seniors and juniors leading the way. Coleman was first team all-Dogwood Circle and first team all-district. GLADEWATER SABINE CARDINALS—Coach: Chris Grotemat (60-56). 2010-11: 20-13/8-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Bridges Gibbs, 14 ppg., 4 rpg., 4.6 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Matthew Ryan, 8 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Dillon McClendon, 7 ppg.; 5-7 Jr. Ashley Dukes, 3 ppg., 2.1 apg. GAME: Sabine advanced to bi-district against Woodville. Cardinals return a strong nucleus with four starters led by combo guard and district newcomer of the year Gibbs. The rotation and depth beyond the returning players, however, is an issue. Guard play could potentially be a strong point but team will be undersized and lack a true post presence. Ryan was first team all-district while Dukes was on the second team. ARP TIGERS—Coach: Brian Keith (416-185). 2010-11: 2211/11-1. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Michael Roberson; 5-8 Jr. Mike Potts; 6-3 Jr. Sam Stroupe; 5-10 Jr. Brody Pless. GAME: Arp advanced to the area round against Kountze. Tigers graduated all but one player from last year, and that is defensive player of the year Roberson. Still, the team has captured seven consecutive district titles and looks to make it eight. ELKHART ELKS—Coach: Ryan Blackmon. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jared Hamm; 5-8 Sr. Tevin White; 5-7 Sr. Cam Reeves; 6-2 Sr. John Ballard; 6-0 Jr. Jacob Cheatham, 11 ppg.; 6-0 Soph. Jeffrey Wilson, 8.4 ppg., 3.4 apg.; 5-6 Jr. Cole Bridges, 8.3 ppg. GAME: Bridges was named to the all-East Texas honorable mention team as well as second team all-Dogwood Circle, where he was joined by Cheatham and Wilson. Cheatham was first team all-district while Wilson was on the second team. NEW LONDON WEST RUSK RAIDERS—Coach: Jeremy Thomas. GAME: West Rusk missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and graduated some key players along the way who must be replaced. WINONA WILDCATS—Coach: Kevin Jackson. GAME: Winona graduated a pair of all-district talents in Chris Gordon and Kendall Moore who must be replaced. DISTRICT 22-2A NACOGDOCHES CENTRAL HEIGHTS BLUE DEVILS—Coach: Kevin Herron. 2010-11: 31-7/10-2. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Brandon Simon; 5-11 Sr. Weston Crawford; 6-5 Sr. Jacob Hightower; 6-3 Sr. Cash Hamilton; 6-1 Sr. Brandon Johnson; Sr. Austin Shoemaker; Sr. Dustin Shoemaker. GAME: Central Heights advanced to the area round against New Waverly. Blue Devils return seven players who all started at some point last season. With the addition of a few younger guys from the JV this should be another solid group. Simon was first team all-district while Hamilton, Hightower and Johnson were on the second team. WOODVILLE EAGLES—Coach: Reggie Williams. 2010-11: 26-8/10-3. TexPreps Basketball | Page 59 2A NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Dominique Lockhart; 6-0 Jr. Devonte Becks; 6-3 Jr. Allen Lee; 6-3 Jr. Marcus Harrison; 6-0 Sr. Nathan Castillo. GAME: Woodville advanced to the area round against Crockett. Watch for first team all-district Harrison to lead another playoff charge. WODEN EAGLES—Coach: Jerry Meador. 2010-11: 24-11/8-4. NAMES: Sr. Tyler Simpson; Sr. Joe Stone; Jr. Wade Griffin. GAME: Woden advanced to the area round against Winnie East Chambers. Eagles will look at replacing five graduating seniors but should still be in the playoff chase. Griffin was first team all-district while Simpson and Stone were on the second team. SAN AUGUSTINE WOLVES—Coach: Tory Barnes. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Bobby Tanner; Jarvis Smith. GAME: San Augustine missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Expect newcomer of the year Smith to have a greater impact. NEWTON EAGLES—Coach: Bernard Brock. 2010-11: 8-14/5-7. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Brenton Spikes; 5-11 Jr. Dale Dean; 6-0 Sr. Keeyan Seastrunk; 6-0 Soph. Kevin Shorter; 6-2 Soph. Keyaun Seastrunk; 5-10 Soph. Anthony Hadnot; 5-9 Soph. Carlton Meyers; 5-9 Soph. Troy Pegues; 5-10 Soph. Chase Maddox. GAME: Newton missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and graduated a pair of all-district seniors who must be replaced in Deon Seastrunk and Bryan Foster. CORRIGAN-CAMDEN BULLDOGS—Coach: Jason Purke. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Patrick Parker; 5-8 Sr. Horace Kendrick; 6-0 Sr. Charlie Cooper; 6-4 Sr. Colbie McClendon; 6-1 Sr. Derrick Petty; 6-0 Sr. Akeem Berry; 6-4 Jr. Jacob Courtney. GAME: The Bulldogs just missed the playoffs after reaching the previous two years. This team returns talent with first team all-district McClendon leading the way. HEMPHILL HORNETS—Coach: Eddie Henson. NAMES: Soph. Cade Procell. GAME: Hornets need to find some more sting in order to move up in a tough league. DISTRICT 23-2A NEW WAVERLY BULLDOGS—Coach: Theo Bogney. 201011: 25-11/10-2. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Jonathon Reece, 13 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-3 Sr. Isaiah Gilliam, 15 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Wes Wagner, 9 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Josh Durisseau, 13 ppg., 4 apg.; 6-1 Jr. Tyler Abramski, 6 ppg. GAME: New Waverly advanced to the regional semifinals against Tatum and greets a new coaching staff. This year’s team will be long and very solid on offense and defense. Gilliam was the defensive MVP while Reece and Durisseau were first team all-district. Wagner and Abramski placed on the second team. Four starters return off a solid team expecting another long playoff run. CROCKETT BULLDOGS—Coach: David Drafahl. 2010-11: 30-5/12-0. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Dominique Wheeler; 5-10 Sr. A.D. Smith; 6-3 Jr. X’avior Berry. GAME: Crockett advanced to the regional final against Tatum. Bulldogs will again field a quick and athletic team that will also again be waging some intense district battles with New Waverly. Smith and Wheeler bring back first team alldistrict honors. TRINITY TIGERS—Coach: Luke Bendick (20-14). 2010-11: 20-14/7-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Jacoby Mitchell, 7.2 ppg., 6.1 rpg., 3.9 apg., 3.4 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Steve Alexander, 6.2 ppg., 4.5 rpg., 1.2 spg., 1 bpg.; 6-1 Sr. Kirby Brooks, 4.2 ppg., 5.2 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. Davion Oliphant, 6.6 ppg., 3.3 rpg., 2.8 apg., 1.9 spg.; 6-5 Jr. Holden Currie, 1.5 ppg., 2 rpg., 1 bpg., 1 spg. GAME: Trinity advanced to bi-district against Kountze, a game the 30-plus point underdogs lost, 71-67. It will be difficult replacing the almost 20 points and seven rebounds a game of graduated Larry Simmons, but Trinity has the experience and determination to take the next step as a program. Team must close the skill gap amongst themselves and the elite teams in the area to become a perennially feared program. Oliphant was newcomer of the year while Mitchell was first team all-district. ONALASKA WILDCATS—Coach: Mike Day. 2010-11: 1815/6-6. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Tyler Day; 6-2 Sr. Jon George; 6-7 Sr. Brad Bendix; 6-2 Jr. Matt Taylor; 5-3 Jr. Chris Speaks; 5-7 Soph. Andy Taylor; 5-8 Sr. Travis Williford; 5-8 Sr. Grant Richey; 5-10 Jr. Ricky Adkison; 5-10 Sr. Anthony Baker; 6-1 Jr. Gar- TexPreps Basketball | Page 60 rett Butler. GAME: Only three seniors graduate from a roster that returns offensive MVP Day. Help will come from first team all-district George. CENTERVILLE TIGERS—Coach: Kyle Hardee. 2010-11: 8-11/5-7. GAME: Centerville missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Team’s outlook is not exactly sunny following the graduation of first team all-district Johnny Cloud. ANDERSON-SHIRO OWLS—Coach: Kully Hoffpauir. 201011: 3-20/2-10. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Gerald Fernandez; 6-2 Sr. Mason Jones. GAME: Owls will need to replace the production of graduated all-district luminary Adam Dobyanski. GROVETON INDIANS—Coach: Jacob Massey. 2010-11: 0-16/0-12. GAME: It has been an uphill climb for Groveton, which has finished winless in district the past three years. DISTRICT 24-2A KOUNTZE LIONS—Coach: Duane Joubert. 2010-11: 288/10-2. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Mize Powell; 5-9 Sr. Laramie Linn; 5-11 Sr. Johnathan Warren; 6-1 Sr. Derrick Puckitt; 5-9 Sr. Jaylon Davis; 5-10 Jr. Keithan Haynes; 6-1 Jr. Marcus Williams; 6-0 Soph. Donte McMahon; 6-1 Soph. Javonte Powell. GAME: Kountze advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Crockett and will again be one of the toughest teams in the region with a strong cast returning to the roster. WINNIE EAST CHAMBERS BUCCANEERS—Coach: Kenny Hoffpauir. 2010-11: 26-8/11-1. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Xavier Broussard; 6-0 Sr. Kirby Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Hayden Touchet; 5-9 Sr. Kaleb LaVergne; 5-8 Jr. Glenn Roberts. GAME: East Chambers advanced to the regional quarterfinals against New Waverly. Coach Hoffpauir is new to the team and interestingly his daughter, Shera Starnes, coaches the girls’ team. ANAHUAC PANTHERS—Coach: Ben West. 2010-11: 1617/9-3. NAMES: Sr. Justin Albritton. GAME: Anahuac advanced to bi-district against New Waverly and will likely be amongst the top district teams once again. HARDIN HORNETS—Coach: Ronald Scott. 2010-11: 9-21/6-6. GAME: Hardin posted its second consecutive 6-6 record in league play but will need to replace the graduated Marques James, among others. BUNA COUGARS—Coach: Bryan Whitmire. 2010-11: 8-20/3-9. GAME: Buna must replace the talents of graduated Scott Edwards in order to compete. DEWEYVILLE PIRATES—Coach: Brad Haeggquist. 2010-11: 8-23/2-10. GAME: Pirates will likely be looking up at the water surface in this district. WARREN WARRIORS—Coach: Jim Lewis. 2010-11: 6-19/1-11. GAME: The Warriors will need to be gallant and brave several storms before moving up too far in this district. DISTRICT 25-2A DANBURY PANTHERS—Coach: Tim Ender (106-59). 201011: 16-14/10-4. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Emmitt Foyt, 15 ppg.; 6-3 Jr. Mitchell Zimmerle, 14 ppg., 10 rpg.; 6-4 Jr. Daniel Stolte, 4 ppg.; 6-1 Jr. Brannon Larson, 6 ppg.; 6-3 Jr. Marcus Justice. GAME: Danbury advanced to bi-district against Van Vleck. Foyt was district newcomer of the year for a team that was young and still managed to make the playoffs. Bigger things are expected this year with all the kids being juniors. Zimmerle was named defensive player of the year while Foyt was co-newcomer of the year. Stolte placed on the second team list while Larson was honorable mention. HITCHCOCK BULLDOGS—Coach: Steve Adamson (190-136). 2010-11: 20-14/12-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Frank Garner. GAME: Hitchcock advanced to bi-district against Boling and will turn to second team all-district Garner to lead a Bulldog squad that took a good graduation hit. HOUSTON YES COLLEGE PREP SOUTHEAST WIZARDS— Coach: Christopher Stickney. 2010-11: 19-7/14-1. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Rafael Trevino; 5-7 Sr. Gilbert Moreno; 6-1 Sr. Chris Rodriguez; 6-4 Sr. Richard Martinez; 5-8 Sr. David Ruiz; 6-2 Sr. Eric Carmona. GAME: YES Prep Southeast advanced to the area round against Hempstead, the school’s third consecutive trip to the second round of the playoffs. District MVP Mark Perez has graduated as well as a trio of first team all-district talents. Carmona and Trevino placed on the second team and will lead a young Wizards squad. HOUSTON YES PREP SOUTHWEST MAVERICKS—Coach: Rustin Rawlings. 2010-11: 11-12/7-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Willis Sanders; 6-0 Sr. Irvin McCarther; 5-7 Soph. Otu Etuk; 5-7 Soph. Enrique Sierra; 5-7 Sr. Udeme Okon; 5-10 Sr. Samuel Iredia; 5-9 Jr. Joel Henry; 6-1 Jr. Alex Oyedeji. GAME: YES Prep Southwest missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Sierra was named co-newcomer of the year to lead a team that again has playoff aspirations. Help comes from second team all-district Sanders. HOUSTON HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY TIGERS—Coach: David Dawson. GAME: Harmony Science Academy could be on the fringe of the playoff race this year. HOUSTON YES PREP NORTH CENTRAL TRAILBLAZERS— Coach: Justin Long. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Victor Garza; 5-8 Jr. Rufino Romero. GAME: Garza excelled during a first team all-district run and is the leader of the team. KATY NELMS CHARTER EAGLES—Coach: Vicente Fuentez. GAME: The Eagles have always competed hard and will continue to do so with aspirations of climbing up in the district race. HOUSTON YES PREP EAST END EXPLORERS—Coach: Ryan Sandberg. GAME: Last year was the first in varsity action for East End, a team that this year could end up on the south end of the standings. DISTRICT 26-2A VAN VLECK LEOPARDS—Coach: Joseph Davis. 2010-11: 1815/7-3. NAMES: 6-6 Jr. Kalvin Singletary; 5-10 Jr. Orrin King; 6-2 Sr. Shefford Williams; 6-11 Jr. Anthony Young; 6-0 Jr. De’drion Dennard; 6-0 Jr. Marcus Brown; 6-1 Soph. Walker Dowell. GAME: Van Vleck advanced to the area round against Jarrell and is expected to be the class of the district behind second team all-district Singletary and others. This is a tall Class 2A team paced by 6-11 Young. VANDERBILT INDUSTRIAL COBRAS—Coach: Rusty Roe (202-129). 2010-11: 30-7/10-0. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Alan Fellers; 5-11 Sr. Ethan Woolsey; 6-0 Sr. Bryce Pruitt; 6-0 Sr. Christian Fowler; 6-2 Sr. Johnny Tseng. GAME: Industrial advanced to the area round against Cameron Yoe. Six players have been on the varsity for the past two years, and all of them have started at least 10 games those two years. Cobras have enjoyed five consecutive playoffs and five consecutive 20-plus win seasons. Twoyear starters Fellers and Tseng will lead the way. EDNA COWBOYS—Coach: Bill Williams. 2010-11: 15-16/55. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Darius Callies; 6-2 Sr. Trey Young; 6-3 Sr. Anthony Stevens; 5-10 Jr. DeRoderick Jones; 6-2 Jr. Dennis Johnson. GAME: Cowboys return six players with varsity experience, paced by second team all-district Callies. BOLING BULLDOGS—Coach: Bobby Cash (68-53). 2010-11: 11-16/6-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Bobby Llanas, 2 ppg., 2 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Trevor Grissom, 10 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Caleb Henson, 2 ppg., 5 apg., 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Delfino Ramirez, 3 ppg., 2 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Zac Hession, 2 spg. GAME: Boling advanced to the area round against Hallettsville. Bulldogs are losing 90 percent of their scoring but the defense should be solid. Team expects big things from big man Grissom, who turned it on at district time last year. Top defenders Llannas and Henson are also back. EL MATON TIDEHAVEN TIGERS—Coach: Scott Barrett. 2010-11: 11-16/2-8. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Aaron Fisher; 5-10 Jr. Kevin Brown; 5-9 5-8 Sr. Robert Cruz; 5-8 Sr. Jimmy Leatherwood; 6-0 Jr. Beau Talley; Soph. Jaron Johnson; 6-0 Sr. Andre Ortiz. GAME: Fisher was voted first team all-district while Brown was on the second team for a club that should see improvement this year. ond team all-district selection. DISTRICT 28-2A Aaron Burns Jarrell Morgan Cooper Jarrell Landon Ledbetter Jarrell BLOOMINGTON BOBCATS—Coach: Brad Martin. 2010-11: 5-22/1-9. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Jacob Ellis; 5-9 Sr. Andres Castro; 5-7 Sr. Isabel Baladez. GAME: Bloomington returns quality in Ellis, Castro and Baladez and will need them and others to perform at an exceptional level to rise in this league. DISTRICT 27-2A JARRELL COUGARS—Coach: Drew Sumner (382-237). 2010-11: 31-7/13-1. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Aaron Burns, 8 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 bpg.; 6-3 Jr. Landon Ledbetter, 11 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Morgan Cooper, 11 ppg., 7 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Nate Sumner, 3 ppg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; James Klepac. GAME: Jarrell advanced to the regional semifinals against San Antonio Cole. Cougars are a young team that has the makings for another successful season despite the loss of some key players to graduation. Success will depend on the team’s willingness to play defense, rebound and come together as a team and make personal sacrifices for the ultimate goal of post-season play. Cooper was co-offensive MVP while Sumner was co-defensive MVP and Ledbetter co-newcomer of the year. Burns added first team alldistrict recognition while Klepac was honorable mention all-district. CAMERON YOE YOEMEN—Coach: Tommy Brashear (8361). 2010-11: 16-6/11-4. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Edgar Luna; 6-0 Sr. Decrick Westbrook; 6-4 Sr. Blake Vanier; 6-1 Sr. Lorenzo Anderson; 5-10 Sr. Juan Casillas; Savon Wooten; Jason Kopriva; Jalen White; Bryan Freeman. GAME: Yoe advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Hallettsville. Team must replace eight seniors including allstate selection Zach Brashear. There will be good leadership but the varsity experience is lacking. Westbrook was first team all-district while Luna was second team. LITTLE RIVER ACADEMY BUMBLEBEES—Coach: Ed Glendening. 2010-11: 22-12/10-4. NAMES: Jr. Grant Glendenning. GAME: Academy advanced to bi-district against Hempstead and has a budding star in co-newcomer of the year Glendening. THORNDALE BULLDOGS—Coach: Doug Franklin (54-35). 2010-11: 20-7/10-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Dillon Irwin; 6-0 Sr. Tanner Thomas; 5-11 Jr. Aaron Lawrence. GAME: Bulldogs return only two players and will need a lot of help from a one-loss JV to step up and prove they are ready for varsity play. Look for second team all-district Irwin to step up his senior season. LAGO VISTA VIKINGS—Coach: Dan Boatright. 2010-11: 119/7-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Garrett Swann; 6-3 Sr. Dylan Edwards; 6-0 Sr. Dylan Haines; Soph. Grayson Williams; 5-9 Sr. Russell Bleeker; 6-2 Sr. Logan Standiford; 6-5 Jr. Dee Ballard. GAME: After a second team all-district season, Garrett has one more year on the roster before his Swann song. Edwards brought in honorable mention all-district for good measure. LEXINGTON EAGLES—Coach: Charlie Tucker. 2010-11: 2-12 (district). NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Josh Murray; 5-6 Jr. Jason Washington; 5-10 Soph. Eriq Mitchell. GAME: Lexington missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Washington and Mitchell nabbed second team all-district praise. ROGERS EAGLES—Coach: Russell Dolgener. 2010-11: 1118/2-12. NAMES: Sr. Zach Fisher. GAME: Fisher reeled in a second team all-district catch. FLORENCE BUFFALOES—Coach: Danny Wood. 2010-11: 10-19/2-12. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Ben Futrell; 5-8 Sr. Lupe Acevedo. GAME: Futrell kept the season from being futile with a sec- HALLETTSVILLE BRAHMAS—Coach: Steven Davis. 2010-11: 33-5/12-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Trevor McGee, 10 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Anthony Vesely; 6-4 Jr. Tate Bludau; 6-2 Sr. Logan Herrington. GAME: Hallettsville finished an incredible three-year run with a state semifinal showing against eventual champion Idalou. Coach Rich Dozier has moved on but a solid team returns thanks to a JV and freshman team that both won district titles. Watch for first team all-district McGee to lead the Brahmas. HEMPSTEAD BOBCATS—Coach: Bobby Spain. 2010-11: 287/9-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Ronnie Jones, 3 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-10 Soph. DeMario Perez; 5-10 Sr. DeVonta Curtis; 6-0 Sr. Joseph Rosemond; 6-1 Soph. Deondre Lee. GAME: Hempstead advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Jarrell. Bobcats return only one player and lost eight to graduation and three juniors who will not return in order to concentrate on baseball. Team will be small, inexperienced and thin, but also fast, will play hard and get after it. This is a good group of kids to rebuild with and a couple of players from the JV that provide back-up help. SCHULENBURG SHORTHORNS—Coach: Richard Hoogendoorn (602-382). 2010-11: 11-18-1/6-6. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Wade Dillenbeck; 6-2 Sr. Ryan Havrda; 6-2 Jr. Hayden Besetzny; 5-10 Sr. Jordan Taylor; 6-0 Soph. Wesley Kutac; 5-10 Sr. Troy Bohac; 6-0 Soph. Jeff Lara. GAME: Schulenburg missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Shorthorns should return to the playoff chase behind newcomer of the year Besetzny, first team all-district Havrda and second teamer Dillenbeck. WEIMAR WILDCATS—Coach: Mike Martinez. 2010-11: 1310/7-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Eric Guerrero; 5-11 Sr. B.J. Jones. GAME: Weimar advanced to bi-district against Cameron Yoe. Jones grabbed second team all-district recognition and will lead the Wildcats. WALLIS BRAZOS COUGARS—Coach: Patrick Oliver. 201011: 6-17/3-9. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Cade Davis; 5-9 Sr. Cody Phillips; 5-9 Sr. B.J. Alford; 6-2 Jr. Jordan Minter; 6-5 Sr. Devonte Dixon; 5-11 Sr. Stratton Coleman; 6-7 Jr. Alan Zapalac. GAME: The Cougars will field a much improved team and one that is expected to contend for the playoffs despite the loss of graduated all-district star Mark Fernandez. Only two seniors are gone from the roster and the returning talent is solid. There is good height with Dixon and Zapalac. EAST BERNARD BRAHMAS—Coach: Shannon Taylor. 201011: 8-19/2-10. NAMES: Sr. Aaron Francis; 5-11 Jr. Ty Slanina; Sr. Jessie Lopez; Jr. Victor Pettit; Soph. Derrick Rucka; Soph. Justin McGuire; Soph. Cole Koeppen; Soph. Joc Richardson; Sr. Eric Pribyl; Soph. Trevor Long; Sr. Quinton Farris. GAME: Francis is a very capable leader following a first team all-district season. Brahmas will be much more experienced as the team graduated only one senior from the roster. ALTAIR RICE CONSOLIDATED RAIDERS—Coach: Bobby Lantelme (217-167). 2010-11: 8-18/3-9. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Everitt Grounds, 4.5 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 1 apg., 2 spg.; 5-7 Sr. David Michalak, 3.4 ppg., 1.2 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Sean Torres, 1.2 ppg., 1.6 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. James Garner, 2 ppg., 1.4 rpg. GAME: Raiders will call on help from a JV that finished third behind Hallettsville and Hempstead and look for those players to make the move up to the varsity level and fight for a playoff spot. DISTRICT 29-2A SAN ANTONIO COLE COUGARS—Coach: Herb More (515200). 2010-11: 34-4/11-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Ronnel Jordan; 5-8 Sr. Bryce King; 6-3 Sr. Kris McCrary; Sr. Tyreese Davis. GAME: Cole advanced to the regional final against Hallettsville for the second consecutive season. Look for the Cougars to again be a regional heavyweight with special attention on Jordan, a dynamic playmaker and Super Team and district MVP selection. Help arrives from second team all-district performers Davis and King. MARION BULLDOGS—Coach: Jon Allen. 2010-11: 23-11/7-5. NAMES: Sr. Derek Pierce; Jr. Scotty Brown; Sr. Doug Giles. GAMES: Marion advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival San Antonio Cole. The Bulldogs will again be vying for a district crown behind co-newcomer of the year Brown, first team all-district Pierce and second teamer Giles. STOCKDALE BRAHMAS—Coach: Cory Horne (22-10). 201011: 22-10/6-6. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Josh Vela; 6-3 Sr. Colton West, 14 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Trevor Baumann, 12 ppg., 4 rpg., 5 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Caleb Sanchez, 7 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Cody Hastings, 15 ppg. GAME: All five starters return to a team that increased its win total by 13 games in Coach Horne’s first season. Hastings and West were first team all-district talents while Baumann was on the second team. UNIVERSAL CITY RANDOLPH RO-HAWKS—Coach: Tim Gendron (313-114). 2010-11: 20-10/9-3. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Gage Belyeu, 4 ppg.; 6-0 Sr. Dominique Williams, 12 ppg., 5 apg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Sr. O.J. Jackson, 4 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Randolph advanced to the area round against Santa Rosa. Ro-Hawks do not have much experience returning compared with the rest of the district. Team will also lack size and depth, but playoff tradition is important at the school and the returning players will fight hard to keep up the tradition. Williams was first team all-district. NIXON-SMILEY MUSTANGS—Coach: Carlton McKinney. 2010-11: 14-13/4-8. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Seth Barrow; 6-3 Sr. Jaime Moreno; 5-11 Sr. Robert Mejia; 5-10 Sr. Damian Perez; 5-8 Sr. Ian Bryan; 5-9 Jr. Rudy Acevedo; 5-8 Sr. David Hernandez; 5-6 Jr. Matthew Finch; 5-7 Jr. Victor Coronado; 5-8 Soph. Jared Van Auken. GAMES: This is a team that did not make the playoffs but will be returning serious talent to make a push this year. Watch for district co-newcomer of the year Barrow, first team all-district Moreno and second team performer Mejia. All players are back on the varsity roster. LULING EAGLES—Coach: Clint Anderson. 2010-11: 1515/5-7. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Byron Martin; Sr. Billy Medford; 5-10 Sr. Billy Martin; 6-0 Sr. Darion Sayles; 6-3 Jr. Ryan Larison. GAME: Martin secured first team all-district recognition while Medford was on the second team. Both give the Eagles a good chance to advance up the district standings. SAN ANTONIO BROOKS ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING—Coach: Chris Gamboa. 2010-11: 1-22/0-12. NAMES: 6-0 Soph. Devanta Maddox; 5-10 Sr. Americo Del Fierro; 5-5 Jr. Michael Hernandez; 5-5 Jr. Daniel Mendiola; 5-9 Soph. William Blohm; 5-5 Jr. Damien Mendiola; 5-9 Soph. Adam Chavez; 5-11 Sr. Alex Jimenez; 5-9 Jr. Nathan Carrizales; 5-7 Sr. Devinn McClain; 5-10 Jr. Gilbert Rendon. GAME: Maddox was a bright spot for Brooks Academy following a second team all-district year. Team graduated only one senior from the roster. DISTRICT 30-2A KARNES CITY BADGERS—Coach: Sean Armstrong (100-69). 2010-11: 30-6/13-1. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Brady Braun, 10.4 ppg., 10.1 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Kevon Shelton, 2.3 ppg., 1 apg.; 5-10 Sr. D.C. Williams, 2.5 ppg.; 6-0 Jr. Devontry Forth; 5-8 Jr. Kenneth Glenn; Cody Martinez; Steven Starnes. GAME: Karnes City advanced to bi-district against Marion. Badgers will be young and aggressive and get help from district-winning JV and freshman teams. Team will play extremely hard and will have good size inside as well as athletic guards. Last year JV won district for the first time in 10 years and varsity was co-district champ for the first time in 12 years, so a tradition has started for a team looking for its fourth consecutive playoff beth. First team all-district Braun will be a force inside and will continue to average a double-double. Williams and Shelton step into starting roles as seniors. POTH PIRATES—Coach: Fred Radske (115-40). 2010-11: 22-11/14-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Tyler Kallies; 6-2 Sr. Aaron Friesenhahn; 6-1 Sr. Tony Cantu; 6-1 Sr. Oscar Ramon; 5-7 Jr. Jacob Caloss; 5-10 Jr. Dillon Zaiontz; 6-0 Jr. Seth Dunn; 5-7 Jr. Phillip Garza; 6-4 Soph. Jerek Hosek; 5-6 Soph. Spencer Flieller. GAME: Poth advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Santa Rosa. Pirates lose their first five players from a district titlist team. Three seniors and one junior return from last year. Poth will have to look from every area of the game to rebuild the team, but this squad should never be counted out. Kids have been district champs at some point in their careers. Caloss and Ramon were second team all- TexPreps Basketball | Page 61 2A district talents. JOURDANTON INDIANS—Coach: Josh Wadsworth. 201011: 7-17/6-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Colton Hurt; 5-11 Sr. Kenneth Huschke; 5-10 Sr. Daniel Oliva; 6-0 Sr. Raul Elizondo; Sr. Aaron Lopez; Jr. Preston Weden; Jr. Brandon Pacheco. GAME: Jourdanton missed the playoffs after reaching the area round the previous year. Expect this team to be battling again for the post-season behind first team all-district Elizondo and second teamer Oliva. COTULLA COWBOYS—Coach: Paul Ybarra III. 2010-11: 8-14/5-9. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Hector Barraza; 6-0 Sr. Eric Salazar; Sr. Victor Alvarez. GAME: Cotulla is another team that missed out on the playoffs after going the previous year. Barraza was honored with a first team all-district selection and will lead the Cowboys with help from second teamer Alvarez. GEORGE WEST LONGHORNS—Coach: Gary Cunningham. 2010-11: 8-18/3-11. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Colton Guerrero; 6-3 Sr. Ashton Pierce; 6-1 Jr. Derek Cantu; 6-2 Jr. Jesse Haros. GAME: The Longhorns return some legitimate talent that should have them fighting for a playoff spot. Watch for first team all-district Cantu to have a big impact. DILLEY WOLVES—Coach: Frank Reyes. 2010-11: 19-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Ryan Autrey; Jr. Orlando Bernal. GAME: Dilley advanced to bi-district against Universal City Randolph. Bernal reaped newcomer of the year honors for the Wolves while Autrey was selected first team all-district. NATALIA MUSTANGS—Coach: Alex Nava. 2010-11: 9-21/7-7. NAMES: Jr. Eric DeLaRosa; Jr. Bert Villarreal. GAME: One of the holes to fill for Natalia is replacing graduated all-district performer Jacob Leal. Expect second team all-district mates DeLaRosa and Villarreal to both step up. THREE RIVERS BULLDOGS—Coach: Johnny Herrera. 201011: 0-26/0-14. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Garrett Wieding; 5-8 Sr. Troy Chowns. GAME: Bulldogs are tasked with finding replacements for graduated all-district performers Larry Hatten and Bradley Bellows. DISTRICT 31-2A SAN DIEGO VAQUEROS—Coach: Carlos H. Trevino (289147). 2010-11: 23-9/12-2. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Adriel Casas; 5-4 Sr. Joe Gallegos; 5-10 Sr. Adriel Elizondo; 5-5 Sr. Ramon Maldonado; 5-9 Sr. Matt Saenz. GAME: San Diego advanced to the area round against Marion. Vaqueros are again the district favorite but must replace graduated co-district MVP Abel Perez along with eight other seniors. Gallegos is coming of a defensive MVP season while Casas was first team all-district. SKIDMORE-TYNAN BOBCATS—Coach: Adam Wollam. 2010-11: 15-13/8-6. NAMES: Zeke Huerta; Sr. Zackery Mengers; Sr. Rene Jimenez; Jr. Brandon East. GAME: Huerta made the season worthwhile for the Bobcats as he was named co-newcomer of the year. Help will come for this playoff worthy team from first team all-district Mengers and Jimenez and second teamer East. TAFT GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Robbie Moreno. 2010-11: 10-15/6-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Nathan Hinojosa; Sr. Lawrence Saldivar; Sr. Eli Saldivar. GAME: Taft is regrouping after missing the playoffs following a year when they went to the regional quarterfinals. Hinojosa continues to rack up post-season awards as he was named the district offensive MVP. Lawrence Saldivar was first team all-district while Eli Saldivar was on the second team. BANQUETE BULLDOGS—Coach: Kevin Kelley (93-55). 2010-11: 23-13/11-3. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Benito Benavides; 5-9 Jr. Manuel Garcia; 5-7 Soph. Ricky Benavides; 5-7 Soph. Joel Baltierra; 6-4 Soph. Roger Delapaz. GAME: Bulldogs also have a district co-MVP to replace in graduated Justin Garza and will look to district sixth man of the year Benito Benavides to lead with help from first team all-district Garcia. Team advanced to the area round against Poth and should again be in post-season contention. REFUGIO BOBCATS—Coach: Eli Boxell. 2010-11: 13-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Brett Davis; 5-10 Sr. Justin Franklin; 6-2 Jr. Logan Myers; 5-10 Jr. Connor Lowrie; 6-0 Jr. J.W. Shipp. GAME: Refugio advanced to bi-district against Hebbronville. Co-newcomer of the year Davis is the only letterman returning next year to a team that will be young and inexperienced but will play with lots of heart and a strong desire to win. BISHOP BADGERS—Coach: Mike Suarez. 2010-11: 1120/4-10. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Jacob Beltran; 5-6 Sr. Adam Alvarado; 5-6 Jr. Justin Lira; 6-4 Sr. Scott Michalk. GAME: Bishop missed playoff action after going the previous year but has a good one in second team all-district Beltran. ODEM OWLS—Coach: Tony Ramirez. 2010-11: 4-23/1-13. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Chris Ramos; 5-7 Jr. James Mendez; 5-6 Jr. Juan Santellana; 5-6 Jr. Ryan Andrade; 5-8 Jr. Kirk Garcia; 5-8 Sr. Javier Santellana; 5-9 Jr. Leonel Aleman; 5-11 Sr. Tim Martinez. GAME: The Owls will look to second team all-district Ramos to try and improve the club’s chances for the playoffs. FREER BUCKAROOS—Coach: Robert Silguero. 2010-11: 10-16/5-9. GAME: Freer is needing an infusion of players to step up following the graduation of all-district talents Rudy Vela and Justin Graham. DISTRICT 32-2A SANTA ROSA WARRIORS—Coach: Johnny Cipriano. 201011: 27-9/14-0. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Aaron Ramirez; Sr. Rudy Zamarripa; Jr. Michael Garza; Sr. Estevan Martinez; Jr. Tony Mariscal; Sr. Ed- die Perez; Sr. Isaac Flores. GAME: Santa Rosa advanced to the regional semifinals against Hallettsville for the second consecutive year. The Warriors are a heavy favorite in district with the return of district MVP Ramirez, first team all-district Garza and second teamer Zamarripa. FALFURRIAS FIGHTING JERSEYS—Coach: Edmund Perez. 2010-11: 14-16/8-6. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Trey Jasso; 5-9 Sr. Chris Castillo; 5-8 Sr. Roger Bueno; 5-10 Jr. Adrian Gonzalez; 5-7 Jr. Lorenzo Vela; 6-0 Jr. Albert Hernandez; 5-10 Jr. John Starr; 6-2 Sr. Rene Alvarado. GAME: Falfurrias will squarely be in the mix for playoff positioning with a deep roster returning with valuable game experience. KINGSVILLE SANTA GERTRUDIS ACADEMY PRIDE—Coach: Matthew Gonzales (101-97). 2010-11: 17-17/9-5. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Randy Cavazos. GAME: Gertrudis Academy advanced to bi-district against Banquete and should again be firmly in the district title hunt. Cavazos is solid as a first team all-district honoree. PREMONT COWBOYS—Coach: Richard Russell. 2010-11: 16-15/7-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Gus Garcia, 6.5 ppg., 2 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Bryan Ramirez; 5-10 Sr. Seth Cantu; 5-9 Jr. Nathan Powell; 5-6 Jr. Alex Infante. GAME: With only one starter back this will be a rebuilding year in a big way. Cowboys will have to grow up in a hurry and will rely on quickness and defense to stay in games. HEBBRONVILLE LONGHORNS—Coach: Bobby Garza. 201011: 17-11/12-2. GAME: Hebbronville advanced to the area round against San Antonio Cole. Rene Molina and Eddie Garza are a pair of outstanding all-district performers who graduated and must be replaced. RIVIERA KAUFER SEAHAWKS—Coach: Zane Graves. 201011: 7-20/4-10. NAMES: Sr. Heston Van Fleet. GAME: Kaufer should have a better opportunity this year to be one of the playoff contenders. BROWNSVILLE IDEA FRONTIER COLLEGE PREP CHARGERS—Coach: Jerry De La Garza. 2010-11: 1-16/0-14. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Jaime Gonzales; 6-1 Jr. Hector Zuniga; 5-8 Jr. Juan Melgoza; 6-1 Jr. Garrett Elbert; 6-0 Jr. Miguel Duran; 6-0 Sr. Ivan Del Bosque; 5-10 Jr. Rolando Lopez. GAME: Gonzales was dynamic in this program’s first year of UIL competition and was selected district newcomer of the year. EDINBURG IDEA QUEST COLLEGE PREP TRAILBLAZERS— Coach: Walter Gomez. 2010-11: 2-14/2-12. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Cameron Alston; 5-8 Sr. Erik Muller; 5-7 Jr. Chris Villarreal; 5-7 Sr. Victor Elizondo; 5-7 Jr. Joe Diaz; 5-7 Jr. Nathaniel Mata; 5-5 Soph. Diego Muller; 5-10 Jr. Fernando Sanchez; 6-0 Soph. Kelvin Almanza. GAME: Trailblazers should be more experienced after only one senior graduated. To order copies of this magazine online, visit us at www.texprepsbasketball.com TexPreps Basketball | Page 62 TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 1A-I BOYS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Clarksville—Blue Tigers welcome a slew of all-state, all-region and all-district players along with Coach Walker Nichols. Tenaha—All-state and district MVP Reginald Davis leads the state runner-up Tigers in a bid to win just one more game. Mumford—Aubrie King averaged a double-double as a freshman and is quite capable of leading a deep playoff charge. Evadale—A young Evadale team reached the state semifinals last year, so what is a more experienced team capable of? San Antonio Stacey—Eagles danced to the regional final and could be better this year with district co-MVP Dylan Moton. Grapeland—Sandies always are athletic and come off a regional semifinal season and with district MVP Patrick Walker. Cayuga—Wildcats fashioned a 30-win season and advanced to the regional semifinal round against Tenaha. Normangee--Panthers enjoyed a regional semifinal year where they advanced against San Antonio Stacey. Milano—Eagles can throw out some serious offense behind district offensive MVP Dominique Messer. Stamford—Bulldogs were unbeaten in district and advanced to the regional quarterfinals and are equipped for a longer run. CLASS A DIVISION I DISTRICT 1-A-I CANADIAN WILDCATS—Coach: Johnny Mack Hudson. 2010-11: 13-9/5-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Braden Hudson; 5-9 Sr. Ballard Saul; 5-8 Sr. Isaac Lewis; 5-11 Sr. Kade Johnson. GAME: Canadian advanced to the area round against Clarendon. Hudson was co-defensive player of the year and will lead a strong team. STRATFORD ELKS—Coach: Lance Horsford (408-217). 2010-11: 19-8/8-2. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Edgar Guerrero; 6-0 Sr. Justin Mungia; 6-1 Jr. Tanner Wright; 6-0 Sr. Braiden Palmer; 5-10 Sr. Marcus Garza; 6-0 Sr. Casey Lantelme. GAME: Stratford advanced to bi-district against Amarillo Boys Ranch but graduated talented seniors from all over the roster, including a co-offensive and a co-defensive player of the year. GRUVER GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Wade Callaway. 2010-11: 22-14/9-1. NAME: 6-4 Jr. Korbin Irwin, 7.3 ppg., 4.9 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Kramer King, 3.5 ppg., 1 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Reese Clark, 3.1 ppg., 4.6 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Forrest Lopez; 6-0 Soph. Beau Blankenship. GAME: Gruver advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Clarendon. Greyhounds must replace seven graduated seniors. Team has good size but the guards are young and inexperienced. Irwin was voted to the all-district team. STINNETT WEST TEXAS COMANCHES—Coach: Aron Graves. 2010-11: 20-12/5-5. NAMES: Sr. Alex Ramirez. GAME: West Texas missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Ramirez garnered co-offensive player of the year recognition and will have no problem putting points on the board. SUNRAY BOBCATS—Coach: Presley McMahan. 2010-11: 12-14/3-7. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Shay Wilkins; 6-1 Sr. Talon Dooley; 5-8 Jr. Omero Bonilla; 5-11 Jr. Christian Axelsen; 6-0 Jr. Evan Purl. GAME: Bobcats will miss graduated all-district performer Zane Hartman not only for his skills but his good 6-6 height. BOOKER KIOWAS—Coach: Shane Reagan. 2010-11: 2-15/0-10. GAME: Booker missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. DISTRICT 2-A-I PANHANDLE PANTHERS—Coach: Cory Lynch. 2010-11: 1912/5-3. NAMES: Sr. Trey Hall. GAME: Panhandle advanced to bi-district against Canadian. VEGA LONGHORNS—Coach: Todd Schroeder. 2010-11: 1516/3-5. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Eric Rohrbach; 6-2 Sr. Jacolby Scott; 6-2 Sr. Reese Morris; 5-10 Jr. Ryan McKarns; 5-9 Jr. Jake Jones; 6-0 Sr. Chad Fangman; 5-9 Jr. Trenton Galbraith. GAME: Vega missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional final the previous year but returns a deep roster that should again be primed for playoff consideration. WHITE DEER BUCKS—Coach: David Smiley. 2010-11: 256/7-1. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Zach Bradley; 6-1 Jr. Casey Grange; 5-10 Jr. Brady Montgomery 5-10 Sr. Trevor Craig; 5-11 Sr. Channar Clendennen. GAME: White Deer advanced to the regional final against Clarendon behind a talented, tall and senior-laden squad. Bucks graduated seven of the nine players from its varsity but does return height with Bradley and Grange. The season will depend on how quickly the team can adapt to a new system. Chemistry will be key in a playoff run. Posts will be the heart of the offense while defense must be key. AMARILLO BOYS RANCH ROUGHRIDERS—Coach: Chuck Bailey (154-153). 2010-11: 23-6/5-3. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Danny Sanchez; 6-2 Jr. Kavaun Bailey; 5-8 Sr. Kato Robinson. GAME: Boys Ranch advanced to the area round against Hale Center. Team will have to rely on defensive pressure. Great players are coming back and coming up from the JV and freshman team. There won’t be a lot of size, but this will be a fun group to watch. CLAUDE MUSTANGS—Coach: Colby Waldrop. 2010-11: 4-14/0-8. GAME: Claude struggled through a winless district campaign and is seeking steps of improvement along the way this year. DISTRICT 3-A-I CLARENDON BRONCOS—Coach: Brandt Lockhart. 201011: 24-7/8-0. GAME: Clarendon made the long and welcome trip to Austin and a state semifinal berth against Tenaha but graduated most of the roster, including district MVP Johnny Gaines and first team all-district performers Brayden Phillips and Mike Crump. WHEELER MUSTANGS—Coach: Cody Been. 2010-11: 207/5-3. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Kallen Moore; Jr. Jason Pike; Sr. Tayt McCasland; Sr. Hayden Guest; Sr. Jacob Thomas. GAME: Wheeler advanced to the area round for the third consecutive season, this time against White Deer. Moore picked up first team all-district honors and will lead a team expected to compete for a district title. WELLINGTON SKYROCKETS—Coach: Tim Webb (252-116). 2010-11: 15-12/5-3. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Brodie Klink, 15 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-1 Soph. Klark Ashmore, 7 ppg., 2 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Dustin Castillo, 7 ppg., 7 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Jesse Culpepper, 2 ppg., 2 rpg., 3 spg. GAME: Wellington advanced to the area round against Gruver. Klink and Castillo were both named all-district while Ashmore was newcomer of the year. After graduating a three-time all-district post, the guard oriented team will have to rebuild with a small senior and even smaller junior class. MEMPHIS CYCLONES—Coach: Ricky Guy. 2010-11: 1113/1-7. NAMES: Sr. Terrell Simms. GAME: The Cyclones will be in a much better spin cycle this year behind all-district talent Simms. QUANAH INDIANS—Coach: Matt Cunningham. 2010-11: 10-14/1-7. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Shad Hardeman; 5-11 Sr. Gary Gorley; 5-9 Sr. Haze Honea; 5-8 Sr. Ryan Reid; 6-2 Sr. Bailey Hendrix. GAME: Indians will need to replace a pair of graduated alldistrict performers in Rodrick Woodard and Garrett Betts. DISTRICT 4-A-I NEW DEAL LIONS—Coach: Kyle Bean. 2010-11: 16-13/4-4. NAMES: Sr. Corey Ramirez; Sr. Tyson Dewbre. GAME: New Deal advanced to bi-district against Wheeler and rates as the district favorite with the return of newcomer of the year Ramirez and first team all-district Dewbre. HALE CENTER OWLS—Coach: Scott Royal (55-25). 2010-11: 22-7/8-0. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Tyrell Johnson, 15 ppg., 10 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-4 Jr. Garrett Tiner, 7 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-8 Soph. Jason Garcia, 5 ppg., 2 rpg., 1 apg.; 6-2 Jr. Dearius Poindexter, 5 ppg., 5 rpg., 6 apg.; 6-6 Sr. Brooks Cannon, 5 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Joseph Balderas; 6-4 Sr. Nathan Berry; 6-1 Sr. Troy McGann. GAME: Hale Center advanced to the regional quarterfinals against White Deer. Owls return eight lettermen including double-double performer and district MVP Johnson. Poindexter also was tabbed to the all-district team for a team that got better with each game they played. CROSBYTON CHIEFS—Coach: Todd Bass (243-210). 201011: 18-7/6-2. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Nevin Pena, 9 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Matthew Schovajsa, 8 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Chase Young, 5 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Austin Zundt, 3 ppg., 3 rpg., 1 apg. GAME: Crosbyton advanced to bi-district against Wellington. Defense will be the key to the team’s success, as well as the need to develop consistent perimeter shooters. Pena notched first team all-district recognition. LOCKNEY LONGHORNS—Coach: Josh Strickland. 2010-11: 2-27/2-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Riley Teeter; 5-10 Sr. Marcos Bernal; 6-0 Jr. Erik Cortez; 6-1 Jr. Landry Kidd; 6-0 Soph. Ky Teeter; 5-8 Sr. Landon Kidd; 5-7 Sr. Alejandro Salazar. GAME: Lockney returns four starters in lettermen Riley Teeter, Bernal, Cortez and Landry Kidd. Teeter was all-district for a team that graduated four seniors. Experience is a strength while depth is a concern. Team must have confidence in themselves and the system and to be able to win the close games. RALLS JACKRABBITS—Coach: Mike Scott. 2010-11: 0-8 (district). NAMES: Soph. Kaleb Reese; 5-8 Jr. Gerardo Espinosa; 5-6 Jr. Fernando Zavala; 6-1 Sr. Ty Harris; 5-9 Sr. Alex Flores. GAME: Ralls struggled but one player who did not was Reese, the only freshman named to the first team all-district roster. DISTRICT 5-A-I OLTON MUSTANGS—Coach: C.J. Villegas. 2010-11: 1912/5-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Torey Jimenez; 5-7 Sr. Pecos Martin; 6-1 Sr. Tommy Guerrero; 6-3 Sr. Adrian Sandoval. GAME: Olton advanced to the regional semifinals against White Deer. Jimenez had a strong season that netted him second team all-South Plains honors as well as district offensive MVP. Guerrero and Martin placed on the first team all-district list while Sandoval was honorable mention. FARWELL STEERS—Coach: Shane Perkins (256-213). 201011: 29-3/8-0. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Collin Christian; 6-1 Jr. Kolten Morris; 6-2 Sr. Edgar Cuevas; 6-1 Sr. Seth Meeks; 5-9 Jr. Luis Galvan. TexPreps Basketball | Page 63 1A-I GAME: Farwell advanced to the regional semifinals against Clarendon. Players from a 20-3 JV team will have to replace the loss of nine seniors including district MVP Luke Carpenter and three first team all-district stars. SUDAN HORNETS—Coach: Warren Swarb (262-152). 201011: 10-13/3-5. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Dayton Fisher, 14 ppg., 8.5 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Jake Chester; 5-10 Jr. Andrew Ramon; 5-7 Jr. Bill Nolte; 5-8 Jr. Richard Montes; 6-0 Sr. Mitch Edwards. GAME: The Hornets return a young and inexperienced team that features district newcomer of the year Fisher and honorable mention all-district Chester. BOVINA MUSTANGS—Coach: Jose Gonzales. 2010-11: 7-19/4-4. NAMES: Sr. Gael Vela; Sr. Jose Lara; Jr. Darien Walker; Jr. Andrew Maruffo; Jr. Aaron Castaneda; Sr. David Martinez. GAME: Bovina advanced to bi-district against Plains and welcomes back talented first team all-district Vela. SPRINGLAKE-EARTH WOLVERINES—Coach: Jeff Caffey. 2010-11: 0-8 (district). NAMES: Jr. Nathan Garcia; Jr. Will Green. GAME: Wolverines will battle every time out behind honorable mention picks Garcia and Green. DISTRICT 6-A-I TAHOKA BULLDOGS—Coach: Brandon Lee. 2010-11: 257/9-1. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Blake Turner; 5-8 Soph. Ke’shawn Hood; 5-8 Sr. Trai Smith; 5-9 Soph. Keyshawn Liggins; 5-9 Sr. Zach Garcia; 5-10 Sr. Josh Miller; 6-2 Sr. Logan Tekell; 5-10 Soph. Ray Parmer; 6-3 Soph. Preston Hammonds; 5-11 Jr. Cameron King. GAME: Tahoka advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Olton and despite graduating district MVP Tanner Hall is poised for more greatness behind second team all-South Plains and district offensive MVP Turner. Smith chipped in all-defensive team honors. MORTON INDIANS—Coach: Trip Robison (23-29). 2010-11: 13-14/5-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Stephen Eubanks; 6-2 Jr. Mookie Ross; 5-8 Sr. Trevor Arthur; 5-6 Jr. Eddy Franco; 5-9 Jr. Adrian Espino; 5-10 Jr. Javier Nava; 6-1 Jr. Taylor McLendon; 5-4 Soph. Paxton Willingham; 6-1 Soph. Kody Kuehler; 6-2 Jr. David Huckabee; 5-10 Sr. Devon Miller. GAME: Indians will be especially dangerous this year with a trio of first team all-districts in Eubanks, Ross and Arthur all back on the roster. SEAGRAVES EAGLES—Coach: Eugene Brown. 2010-11: 1812/6-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Damien Vidales; Jr. Nick Bueno. GAME: Seagraves advanced to bi-district against Olton and will call upon second team all-South Plains and district defensive MVP Vidales to lead another surge. Help comes from a good player in first team all-district Bueno. PLAINS COWBOYS—Coach: Michael Davis. 2010-11: 1712/6-4. NAMES: Sr. Dylan DeBusk. GAME: Plains advanced to the area round against Iraan but graduated three first team all-district stars. Watch for the Cowboys to again compete with all-defensive team performer DeBusk. SMYER BOBCATS—Coach: Lonnie Burnam. 2010-11: 9-17/3-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jaekob Blewett; 6-4 Sr. Gary McCullough; 6-3 Sr. Tate Bartlett; 5-9 Sr. Robert Roman. GAME: Bobcats graduated six seniors from the 10-man roster including all-district Levi Fikes. SUNDOWN ROUGHNECKS—Coach: Kyle Igo. 2010-11: 7-17/1-9. GAME: Sundown missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and graduated all-district talent Ryan Geisler. DISTRICT 7-A-I BIG LAKE REAGAN COUNTY OWLS—Coach: Ken Campbell (443-217). 2010-11: 15-17/5-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Matt Harrison, 4 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Fernando Rey, 7 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Lorenzo Benitez, 4 ppg., 2.5 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Laz Rodriguez; 6-3 Soph. Justin Pullig. GAME: Reagan County advanced to the area round against Farwell. Owls returned to the playoffs after a one-year hiatus and look to be primed to start another string of playoff appearances as they have two starters and another letterman back to go with a 21-4 district champion JV squad. TexPreps Basketball | Page 64 Team will be smaller but should be able to offset their lack of size by playing faster and utilizing more of a fullcourt pressure defense. Reagan County will count on great tradition, attitude and work ethic to help them achieve their goal. IRAAN BRAVES—Coach: Robert Hernandez. 2010-11: 244/8-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Cole Banner; 6-1 Sr. Drew Fellows; 5-9 Jr. Zeth Hernandez; 6-3 Jr. Brady Burks; 5-10 Jr. Wheeler Allen. GAME: Iraan advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Farwell. Team should again compete for a district title behind point guard Hernandez and rugged defender Fellows. Banner should step in nicely as the new starting post. MERTZON IRION COUNTY HORNETS—Coach: Cannon McWilliams. 2010-11: 6-18/2-6. NAMES: Sr. Tyler Hastings. GAME: The Hornets will call on Hastings following his first team all-district campaign. ELDORADO EAGLES—Coach: Jason Wilhelm. 2010-11: 1412/5-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Dylan Ramos; 5-9 Sr. Will Barker. GAME: Eldorado advanced to the area round against Tahoka. Eagles still expect to battle for a playoff berth despite the loss of seven seniors. MCCAMEY BADGERS—Coach: Alex Franco. 2010-11: 3-17/0-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Jaimen Lopez; 5-10 Sr. Chris Ortiz; 5-10 Sr. Eric Ortiz; 5-11 Soph. Bobby Bradley; 6-0 Jr. Bubba Greer; 5-11 Sr. Ty Juarez; 5-10 Jr. Kasey Day; 6-0 Sr. John Cook. GAME: McCamey missed the playoffs after reaching the area round the previous year. Lopez and Chris Ortiz garnered first team all-district recognition and will offer senior leadership. DISTRICT 8-A-I MARFA SHORTHORNS—Coach: Alonzo Samaniego (49-50). 2010-11: 16-8/4-2. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Andrew Ontiveroz; 6-2 Sr. Jerram Rojo; 5-8 Sr. Jose Cruz. GAME: Marfa advanced to bi-district against Big Lake Reagan County and rates as the district favorite. VAN HORN EAGLES—Coach: Armando Ortega. 2010-11: 19-15/7-1. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Jeremiah Turnbow, 19 ppg., 10 rpg., 4 apg.; 5-6 Sr. James Friel, 12 ppg., 5 rpg., 7 apg.; 6-2 Soph. Jacob Ontiveroz; 6-2 Jr. Tristen Garza. GAME: Van Horn advanced to the area round against Olton. Friel and Turnbow are a dynamic duo. Look for Friel to run the point and for Turnbow down low. FORT HANCOCK MUSTANGS—Coach: Armando Aguilar. 2010-11: 15-9/3-3. GAME: Fort Hancock advanced to bi-district against Eldorado. EL PASO HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY—Coach: Mike Gonzales. 2010-11: 2-15/0-8. NAMES: 5-5 Soph. Ignacio Mora; 5-7 Soph. Seth Martin; 5-7 Soph. Jose Meza; 5-8 Jr. Robert Ortega; 5-5 Jr. Richard Sandoval; 5-9 Jr. Fernando Melendez; 5-7 Jr. Manuel Lopez; 5-6 Soph. Samuel Moore; 6-1 Jr. Alan Briseno. GAME: Science Academy fielded a very youthful squad last year that had only one senior on the roster. This year’s team should be much more experienced and ready to impress. DISTRICT 9-A-I STAMFORD BULLDOGS—Coach: Ronnie Casey (292-143). 2010-11: 27-5/10-0. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Jesse Ramos, 18.2 ppg., 3.4 rpg., 2.3 apg.; 6-1 Jr. Hagen Hutchinson, 12.4 ppg., 10.1 rpg.; 6-3 Soph. James Washington, 3.7 ppg., 6.1 rpg., 1 apg.; 5-7 Jr. Dalton Mathis, 1 ppg., 1 rpg., 1 apg.; 5-7 Jr. Austin Alvarado, 2 ppg., 2 rpg., 1 apg. GAME: Stamford advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Eula. Bulldogs will be smaller this year but a lot faster, and defensively will also be better. If a couple of JV players can come through this team could be better than last year. Stamford features great offense and several good guards who can handle the rock. Hutchinson was second team all-Big Country and first team all-district along with Ramos. MUNDAY MOGULS—Coach: Greg Clark. 2010-11: 16-10/6-4. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Dee Paul, 17.1 ppg., 4.7 rpg., 2.9 apg., 3.1 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Jake Myers, 9.1 ppg.; 6-4 Soph. LJ Collier, 7.9 ppg.; 5-9 Jr. Garrett Weaver, 7.3 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Blanford Paul. Tyler Baker Seymour Zach Barton Seymour Cameron Montgomery Seymour GAME: Munday advanced to the area round against Eula. This was a very young team that grew up a bunch last year and is now looking for bigger things to happen behind second team all-Big Country and district newcomer of the year Paul. HASKELL INDIANS—Coach: Tate Thompson. 2010-11: 1217/7-3. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Sterling Bird; 5-11 Sr. Isaiah Llewellyn; 5-8 Jr. Tyrone Neskorik; 5-6 Jr. David Newton; 6-0 Sr. Brady Leach; 6-2 Jr. Brett Shelton. GAME: Haskell advanced to bi-district against Seymour. Llewellyn picked up honorable mention all-Big Country recognition as well as being named newcomer of the year. HAMLIN PIED PIPERS—Coach: Welf Jentsch (73-64). 201011: 10-14/2-8. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Pearce Ponder; 5-9 Sr. Ryne Lucas.; 5-10 Sr. Tanner Kieschnick; 5-8 Jr. River Hall; 5-8 Soph. Darrius Lee; 5-9 Jr. Taylor Lambert. GAME: Ponder had a sensational year and was rewarded with an honorable mention all-Big Country selection. ROSCOE PLOWBOYS—Coach: Johnny Martin. 2010-11: 1412/5-5. GAME: Roscoe’s Plowboys missed out on a post-season bid by one game and should again be in the chase for a berth. ROTAN YELLOWHAMMERS—Coach: Charlie Hall. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: Sr. Bryson Alls. GAME: Yellowhammers must replace graduated all-district talent Brandtly Kelly and fight the stigma of back-to-back winless district seasons. DISTRICT 10-A-I SEYMOUR PANTHERS—Coach: John Anderson (136-87). 2010-11: 13-11/6-4. NAMES: 6-8 Sr. Blake Atnip, 8 ppg., 8 rpg., 2.2 bpg.; 5-9 Sr. Tyler Baker, 8 ppg.; 5-7 Jr. Cameron Montgomery, 4 apg.; 5-10 Soph. Zack Barton. GAME: Seymour advanced to the area round against Christoval. Panthers are a young team but should be deep. Team will have only two seniors on the roster and the rest are underclassmen. This should be a very exciting team that can play at a fast pace and be one of the best defensive teams Coach Anderson has had in a few years. Atnip, Baker and Montgomery were all-district picks while Barton was on the honorable mention roster. OLNEY CUBS—Coach: JD Sullivan (357-196). 2010-11: 298/9-1. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Bret Johnson; 6-1 Jr. Derrick Paul; 5-11 Sr. JJ Burns; 5-7 Sr. Alex Vega; 6-1 Sr. Cameron Jacobs. GAME: Olney advanced to the area round against Albany. Cubs return plenty of talent including district newcomer of the year Paul, all-district talent Burns and offensive player of the year Johnson. ELECTRA TIGERS—Coach: Ryan Quillen. 2010-11: 13-13/1-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Nick Simms; 6-2 Jr. Pietro Weaver; 6-0 Soph. Michael Bishop; 5-11 Sr. Tyler Coats; 5-8 Sr. Austin Borton; 5-6 Soph. Tyler Bowden; 6-0 Soph. RJ Melton; 5-8 Jr. Blaze Lynn; 5-9 Soph. Eli Hatfield. GAME: Electra missed the post-season after going the previous year. Weaver spun his way to a first team all-district honor while Borton and Simms were on the second team and Coats was honorable mention. WINDTHORST TROJANS—Coach: Scott Kennedy. 2010-11: 3-11/2-8. NAMES: Sr. Dylan Stallcup; Jr. Derek Mankins. GAME: Stallcup is a solid building block for the Trojans after a first team all-district campaign and gets an infusion of young help from co-sixth man of the year Mankins. ARCHER CITY WILDCATS—Coach: Landon Miller (19-10). 2010-11: 19-10/7-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Collin Buerger; 5-10 Sr. Cody Self; 6-3 Sr. Sean Newton; 6-0 Sr. Tyler Green; 5-11 Soph. Garrett Morris. GAME: Archer City advanced to bi-district against Munday. Overall this team will be very young, but the upcoming kids are hard working and will play good defense which will help them compete in every game. Buerger was honorable mention all-district. PETROLIA PIRATES—Coach: Gordon Williams. 2010-11: 13-14/5-5. NAMES: Sr. Tyler Beechler. GAME: Petrolia missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and should be an improved lot behind second team all-district Beechler. DISTRICT 11-A-I EULA PIRATES—Coach: Josh Fostel (237-91). 2010-11: 372/10-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Garrett Scott, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Austin Bartlett; 5-9 Jr. Cutler Smith; Ricky Stark; Dylan Florida; Joe Reyes; Brady Dean; Neal Kucinski. GAME: Congratulations are in store for the Class A Division I state champion Pirates, who knocked off Tenaha, 64-49, to win it all last year. Eula will be replacing four starters from that team including district MVP Kainon Irons. The JV was 23-1 with their only loss to Class 3A Abilene Wylie. There is some talent there but they will need to make the jump to varsity. Watch for second team all-district Scott. ALBANY LIONS—Coach: Ryder Peacock. 2010-11: 23-4/8-2. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Ryan Pleasant; 6-2 Sr. Clay Hudson; 5-7 Jr. Taylor Thompson; 5-10 Jr. Jake Bumguardner; 6-2 Sr. Ethan Edington; 6-1 Sr. Cody Petree, 15 ppg., 10 rpg. GAME: Albany advanced to the regional semifinals against Kerens. Petree was a first team all-district and second team all-Big Country pick and averaged a double-double. Help comes from second teamer Edington. SANTO WILDCATS—Coach: Tony Smith. 2010-11: 3-7 (district). NAMES: Jr. Tim Long; 5-9 Sr. Brent Bezio; Sr. Colton Kroll. GAME: Santo missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. The Wildcats have a good shot at returning, though, thanks to the return of newcomer of the year Long and honorable mention all-district picks Bezio and Kroll. DE LEON BEARCATS—Coach: Dudley McCarty. 2010-11: 13-13/5-5. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Hayden Lewis; 5-7 Sr. Connor Simpson; 5-10 Sr. Ben Mohundro. GAME: De Leon advanced to bi-district against Goldthwaite and will look to honorable mention all-district Lewis for more success. CROSS PLAINS BUFFALOES—Coach: Ryan Edmonds (3780). 2010-11: 16-13/4-6. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Blake Hutchins; 6-2 Sr. Cody Self; 6-3 Sr. Garrett Moenning; 6-1 Sr. Chance Senclair. GAME: Cross Plains expects to make noise in this league behind second team all-district Hutchins. RANGER BULLDOGS—Coach: Harold McCarty. 2010-11: 9-16/0-10. GAME: It could be a rough year for the Bulldogs as they graduated a couple of all-district players in Ethan Neely and Scotty Martin. DISTRICT 12-A-I GOLDTHWAITE EAGLES—Coach: Jeffrey Head. 2010-11: 13-9/6-2. NAMES: Jr. Tyler Horton; Jr. Taylor Stephens. GAME: Goldthwaite advanced to the area round against Stamford. Eagles will need to replace graduated district MVP Ezra Gonzales and will turn to the youth of newcomer of the year Stephens to help lead another run. Horton is solid after a second team all-district year. WINTERS BLIZZARDS—Coach: Scott Bicknell. 2010-11: 1712/4-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Cristian Sandoval; 6-2 Sr. Riley Ripley; 6-1 Sr. Strait Daniel; 6-0 Sr. Andy Martinez. GAME: Winters advanced to bi-district against Albany. Ripley had a storybook season in being named first team alldistrict, where he was joined by teammate Sandoval. Daniel added second team kudos. The trio were also honorable mention all-Big Country. CHRISTOVAL COUGARS—Coach: Gerald Butts. 2010-11: 23-15/7-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Michael O’Bryan, 15.2 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 3 apg. GAME: Christoval advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Albany. It was the team’s first district title in more than nine years. O’Bryan returns following a first team alldistrict season and will be the steady senior hand. MILES BULLDOGS—Coach: Jason Archibald (150-92). 201011: 13-16/2-6. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Marshall McFadden; 5-7 Sr. Troy Halfmann; 5-11 Jr. Dawson Halfmann; 5-10 Jr. Ryan Walter. GAME: Bulldogs have their work cut out after graduating a trio of all-district stars in Brandon Garrett, Sammy Westerman and Zane Sewell. SAN ANGELO TEXAS LEADERSHIP CHARTER ACADEMY EAGLES—Coach: Walt Harris. 2010-11: 10-14/1-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Zac Brown; 5-9 Sr. Ray Fay; 5-5 Jr. Hunter Diego; 5-2 Jr. Khalid Valencia; 6-1 Sr. Kenneth Guerrero. GAME: TLCA’s first year in UIL play was not without recognition as Shannon Fay was named first team all-district, but unfortunately has graduated. DISTRICT 13-A-I POOLVILLE MONARCHS—Coach: Steven Stegall (85-48). 2010-11: 22-15/12-2. NAMES: 6-6 Sr. Vince Rodriguez, 17 ppg., 10 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-9 Sr. Greg Goodwin, 7 ppg., 4 apg., 2 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Tanner Dobbs, 9 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-8 Soph. Alex Rodriguez, 7 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Shane O’Boyle, 4 ppg.; Eugene Ellison; Chance Carman. GAME: Poolville advanced to the area round against Hubbard. This was an inexperienced team as district MVP and all-Parker County MVP Vince Rodriguez was the only returning letterman. First team all-district Goodwin along with fellow second year starters O’Boyle, Dobbs and Alex Rodriguez will help. MUENSTER HORNETS—Coach: Courtney Christenson. 2010-11: 22-10/14-0. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Tyler Anderle, 5 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-5 Soph. Cole Walterscheid, 13 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-3 Jr. Andy Flusche, 8 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Blake Grewing; 5-11 Sr. Landon Presnall. GAME: Muenster advanced to the regional semifinals against Eula in the best season in school history. Young posts in newcomer of the year Walterscheid and second team all-district Flusche return to the starting lineup along with returning starter Anderle. LINDSAY KNIGHTS—Coach: Lynn Cook. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Garrett Yancey; 5-8 Sr. Jace Wann; Sr. Dean Fleitman; 6-3 Sr. Dawson Holt; 6-1 Sr. Drew Cooney; Jr. Neely Rose; 6-2 Sr. Connor Fuhrmann. GAME: Lindsay advanced to bi-district against Dallas Gateway Charter after beating Collinsville in a one-game playoff. Fleitman and Yancey were named second team all-district for a team expecting to return to the post-season. COLLINSVILLE PIRATES—Coach: Danny Bates. 2010-11: 199/8-7. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Cory Ragsdale; 5-6 Sr. Jacob Lodigiani; 6-2 Sr. Kyle Belz; 5-7 Soph. Connor Daley; 5-9 Soph. John Lewis; 6-1 Sr. Dillon Laprelle; 5-9 Sr. KJ Barnes. GAME: Ragsdale enjoyed first team all-district recognition for this band of Pirates that should again be in the playoff chase after just missing last year in a playoff loss to Lindsay. ERA HORNETS—Coach: Steve Cope. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Caleb Comer; 6-3 Jr. Tim Farr; 5-9 Soph. Nick Dhooghe; 6-3 Jr. Avery Fortenberry; 5-10 Jr. Madison Pearse. GAME: Era must replace graduated all-district performers Zach Denison and Justin Lance. VALLEY VIEW EAGLES—Coach: James Anthony. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Casey Calhoun; 6-2 Jr. Hunter French; 5-8 Sr. Tanner Marcom; 6-0 Jr. Austin Collett; 6-7 Sr. Blade Vesperman. GAME: Eagles graduated six seniors off the roster including all-district selections AJ Kassen and Scott Willis. CHICO DRAGONS—Coach: Jon Shaw. 2010-11: 4-27/2-12. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Dylan Hightower, 10.5 ppg., 5.2 rpg., 1.9 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Gabby Rohan, 8.7 ppg., 8.8 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Hunter York, 4.4 ppg.; 5-7 Jr. Hunter Clarke, 4.4 ppg. GAME: Chico is a very young team that returns four starters and should improve on their record from the year before. Since this is a young team, they will have to use last year’s varsity experience to improve. PERRIN-WHITT PIRATES—Coach: Barry Mathis. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. John David Stinnett; 5-11 Sr. Cody Ramey; 6-0 Sr. Caleb Matthews. GAME: It could be a plank over troubled water for a team that has struggled in this league. DISTRICT 14-A-I KERENS BOBCATS—Coach: Don Enis. 2010-11: 24-4/12-0. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Paul Williams; 6-2 Soph. Tobyus Thomas; 5-10 Soph. Kevin Townsel. GAME: Kerens advanced to the regional final against Eula. Josh Lockhart Faith Family Michael Roberts Faith Family Ronald Shropshire Faith Family The Bobcats will be a talented but inexperienced team after graduating eight seniors. Williams was named to the second team all-district list. DALLAS GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY GATORS—Coach: Ernesto Garcia (23-9). 2010-11: 18-17/10-2. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Melik Thomas, 4.5 ppg., 8.3 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Robert Overstreet, 7.6 ppg., 6.3 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Jerod Cox, 12.4 ppg., 7.8 rpg. GAME: Gateway Charter advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Muenster. Gators are going to be young and will be losing the leading district scorer and district MVP in Adrian Demus. Cox was named first team all-district while Overstreet was on the second team. DALLAS FAITH FAMILY ACADEMY EAGLES—Coach: Jason Brookshire (11-18). 2010-11: 11-18/7-5. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Ronald Shropshire, 8 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Michael Roberts, 4 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; Jr. Joshua Lockhart, 3 ppg., 5 rpg.; Soph. Zackary Mathis; Soph. Jose Ramos, 2 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: Faith Family advanced to bi-district against Poolville. Eagles must replace four starters and 80 percent of their graduated points. The key will be finding players to replace the graduates and the juniors will need to step up as team leaders because there is only one returning starter. Faith Family will build around second team all-district swingman Shropshire, returning starter Roberts and expecting a big jump in production from Lockhart. IRVING UNIVERSAL ACADEMY EAGLES—Coach: Jonathan Singleton. 2010-11: 8-18/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Cedric Pitts; 5-7 Soph. Amani Gaddis; 6-1 Sr. Donald Dickerson II; 5-6 Sr. Cameron Pruitt; 5-10 Sr. Vidal Ayala; 5-4 Sr. Dante Moore; 5-4 Jr. Joseph James; 5-5 Soph. Kevin Morrison; 5-7 Soph. Anthony Ikediuba; 5-10 Jr. Walter Coreas. GAME: Universal Academy failed to make the post-season after going to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Dickerson, Ayala and Pitts all were named to the second team and give the Eagles reason to believe they will be returning to the playoffs. RICE BULLDOGS—Coach: Eddie Barker. NAMES: Sr. Shaquille Fields. GAME: Fields is back following a second team all-district campaign and will lead the Bulldogs. Rice will be looking for Fields and others to compensate for the missed output of graduated all-district star Thomas Phillips. GRAND PRAIRIE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY EAGLES—Coach: Brian Blosser. GAME: Eagles are likely looking up at the remainder of this district and will also be tasked with replacing graduated all-district talents Detarius Murray and Cameron Andrews. DISTRICT 15-A-I ITASCA WAMPUS CATS—Coach: Jimmy Lott. 2010-11: 8-2 (district). NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Shakeal Mozon; 5-10 Sr. Matt Colbert; 6-0 Sr. Opie Mayberry; 5-3 Soph. Todd Willis; Soph. Nick Castillo; Jr. Cole Coleman. GAME: Itasca advanced to the area round against Muenster and should again rate as the top Cat in this league. Colbert was co-defensive MVP while Coleman, Mayberry and Mozen were all second team all-district. BOSQUEVILLE BULLDOGS—Coach: Rusty Hunter (37-23). 2010-11: 19-11/8-2. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Derek Wilkerson; Soph. C.J. Collis; Jr. Ben Perez. GAME: Bosqueville advanced to bi-district against Bremond. The Bulldogs should again be hovering near the top behind tri-newcomer of the year Collins, first team alldistrict Perez and second teamer Wilkerson. MOODY BEARCATS—Coach: Danny Stewart (46-63). 201011: 15-13/8-2. NAMES: Sr. Adam Harmon; Sr. Terrell Dodd, 8.7 ppg., 7.6 rpg.; Sr. Patrick Bush, 9.7 ppg., 3.6 apg., 3.1 spg. GAME: Moody advanced to the area round against Dallas Gateway Charter. This is a senior group that loves the game TexPreps Basketball | Page 65 1A-I Sam Callison Valley Mills Blake Janek Valley Mills Brandon Pierce Valley Mills and plays well as a team. Bearcats have great expectations for the year. Teamwork is the greatest strength while height will be a challenge. Watch for tri-newcomer of the year Dodd and first team all-district Bush. VALLEY MILLS EAGLES—Coach: Brad Janek (191-250). 2010-11: 2-25/0-10. NAMES: 6-2 Soph. Blake Janek, 6.1 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Jr. Sam Callison, 5.7 ppg., 2.4 rpg., 2.3 apg.; 6-0 Jr. Boyd Fowlkes, 2.8 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 1.4 spg.; 6-1 Jr. Brandon Pierce, 5.3 ppg., 4.9 rpg., 1.5 spg., 1.3 bpg.; 5-7 Jr. Grant Gumm, 2.2 ppg., 1.4 rpg., 2.6 apg.; Soph. Gage Hodges; Jr. Clayton Taylor; Jr. Kenneth Collins. GAME: Eagles were very young last year and learned a lot. All starters are back with a year of varsity experience. Valley Mills should be much improved with a good summer and a year to grow up. Janek was tri-newcomer of the year while Callison and Pierce were second team all-district. MERIDIAN YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Tim Berg. 2010-11: 3-7 (district). NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Justin Guerrero; Sr. Zane Payne. GAME: Meridian missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Payne collected first team all-district recognition while Guerrero was on the second team. BLUM BOBCATS—Coach: John McFarlin. 2010-11: 10-16/3-7. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Andrew Raulston; 5-9 Sr. Ben Raulston; 5-8 Jr. Don Teel; 5-8 Soph. Blake Turner; 5-11 Soph. Austin Elmore; 5-9 Jr. Reagan Allen; 5-10 Soph. Stephen Scheets. GAME: Bobcats will be bringing back a number of players from the roster but do lose two graduated all-district stars in Jeff Hearin and Nick Tate. DISTRICT 16-A-I HUBBARD JAGUARS—Coach: Brian Coffman (45-19). 201011: 24-9/11-1. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Cole Hill, 5 ppg., 4 rpg., 7 apg., 5 spg.; 6-5 Jr. Dae’Voddrick Williams, 18 ppg., 17 rpg., 6 bpg.; 5-10 Sr. Donam Johnson, 4 ppg., 6 apg., 3 spg.; Sr. Jamel Jones, 7 ppg., 6 rpg., 6 spg.; Soph. Jordan Johnson, 8 ppg., 7 rpg., 3 spg. GAME: Hubbard advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Kerens. The Jaguars will be very athletic this season and plan to move the ball a lot to open up both the inside and outside game. Defensively the team is going to fly around full court and get ready to run. Williams posted monster averages last year on the way to defensive MVP recognition while Hill placed on the first team all-district roster. RIESEL INDIANS—Coach: Luther Kirkpatrick. 2010-11: 1515/6-6. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Alan Hoeft; Sr. Darious Carpenter; 6-2 Sr. Randall Kadlecek; 5-9 Sr. Tyler Kaminski; 6-3 Jr. Logan Wornat; 6-2 Sr. Cagen Roberts. GAME: Riesel should return to district title contender status with the return of second teamer all-district Hoeft. BREMOND TIGERS—Coach: Robbie Kasowski. 2010-11: 11-7/6-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Harvey Steele; 5-10 Sr. Jacob White; 6-4 Sr. Jamal Wortham; Jr. Corey Bienski; Jr. Greg Wilganowski. GAME: Bremond advanced to the area round against Kerens and should be sufficiently stacked for a return trip to the post-season. Watch for second team all-district mates Wortham and White to lead the effort. MART PANTHERS—Coach: Joe Woodard. 2010-11: 3-9 (district). GAME: Panthers graduated a pair of all-district talents in Holden Strunck and Derrick Dieterich. WORTHAM BULLDOGS—Coach: Mark Shelton. 2010-11: 11-13/5-7. NAMES: Soph. Brysen Rhodes; Sr. Cooper Warren. GAME: Wortham is another club that will be improved this year. The Bulldogs welcome back newcomer of the year Rhodes and first team all-district Warren to the lineup. CHILTON PIRATES—Coach: Tucker Donohoe. 2010-11: 4-17/2-10. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Dauntay Horne; Sr. Trevian Sparks. TexPreps Basketball | Page 66 GAME: Chilton missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. This team should ignite behind first team alldistrict Sparks DAWSON BULLDOGS—Coach: Jordan Revill. 2010-11: 1614/9-3. NAMES: Sr. Slade Chasteen; Sr. Nathan Blair. GAME: Dawson advanced to bi-district against Itasca but graduated offensive MVP Steven Travis and all-district talent Nick Renfro. Look for honorable mention all-district picks Chasteen and Blair to guide the Bulldogs. DISTRICT 17-A-I HONEY GROVE WARRIORS—Coach: Lee Frost. 2010-11: 23-8/11-1. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Darius Brown; 5-8 Soph. Jeremy Patt; 6-2 Jr. Charles Sanders; 6-3 Sr. Cody Joyce; 6-1 Sr. Cam Brooks; 5-10 Jr. Demontrae Finney. GAME: District champion Honey Grove advanced to the area round against Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill and should be prepared for another post-season run behind second team all-Texomaland and district offensive player of the year Brown. Help comes from tri-newcomer of the year Patt, second team all-district Sanders and Joyce and honorable mention selections Brooks and Finney. MERIT BLAND TIGERS—Coach: Joe Moore. 2010-11: 248/10-2. NAMES: Sr. Blake Fryman; Sr. Christian Aviles; Jr. Carlos Contreras. GAME: Bland advanced to the area round against Cayuga but to ensure future success the district runner-up will need to replace graduated district MVP Roman Manikowski. Watch for tri-newcomer of the year Aviles, first team all-district Fryman and second teamer Contreras to keep the team rolling. TRENTON TIGERS—Coach: Braughn Curtis. 2010-11: 17-14. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Alex Meyer; 5-8 Soph. Bailey Burks; 5-11 Sr. Tyler Lewis; 6-4 Jr. Blake Wilson; 5-8 Sr. Gage Berrios. GAME: Trenton advanced to the area round against Clarksville and welcomes Coach Curtis to a team returning plenty of talent. Burks was a tri-newcomer of the year while Meyer was first team all-district. Also watch for second teamer Lewis and honorable mention picks Wilson and Berrios. BLUE RIDGE TIGERS—Coach: Jason Wilson. NAMES: Sr. Tanner Garcia; Sr. Shawn McCarley; Sr. Beau Blacketeer; Sr. Trevor Agan. GAME: Tigers will be returning some senior talent in second team all-district stars McCarley and Blacketeer and honorable mention Garcia and Agan. WOLFE CITY WOLVES—Coach: Kevin Hoefar. 2010-11: 6-22/3-9. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Tanner Bostick; 6-1 Soph. Justin Wilkerson; 6-0 Sr. Cody Horton; 5-10 Sr. K.J. Brown. GAME: Wolfe City missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and will turn to honorable mention tabs Bostick and Wilkerson to guide the attack. IVANHOE RAYBURN REBELS—Coach: J.R. Bingham. NAMES: Jr. Dalton Titsworth; Jr. Patrick Richardson. GAME: Rayburn graduated a first team all-district talent in Brent Smith and thus will turn to honorable mention selections Titsworth and Richardson for extra production. CELESTE BLUE DEVILS—Coach: Mike Lipsey. 2010-11: 1-24/0-12. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Robert Griffis; 5-8 Sr. Allen Lyday; 5-10 Jr. Braden Morrow; 5-9 Sr. Caleb McCaslin; 6-0 Sr. Cody Genson. GAME: Celeste will have a devil of a time escaping the cellar in this district. DISTRICT 18-A-I YANTIS OWLS—Coach: Christopher Hightower. 2010-11: 8-2 (district). NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Ty Davis; Jr. Pecos Hurley; Jr. Jesus Sandoval; Jr. Brandon Simpson; Jr. Mark Carrasco; Soph. Michael Carrasco. GAME: Yantis advanced to the area round against La Rue La Poynor. Davis is the team anchor and was named co-offensive player of the year. Owls get plenty of support from conewcomer of the year Hurley. This team will only get better as only one senior graduated from the roster. QUINLAN BOLES HORNETS—Coach: Bryan Coburn. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Hunter Jordan; 6-4 Sr. Jacob Isom; 6-1 Sr. Kenny Roberson. GAME: Boles advanced to bi-district against Trenton and looks to be even stronger this year with the return of dis- trict co-offensive MVP Jordan. Isom chipped in by being named co-newcomer of the year. FRUITVALE BOBCATS—Coach: Brent Hutto. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Marcus Rongel; 6-1 Sr. Jacob Davis; 6-0 Jr. Chance Earl; 5-9 Jr. Connor Westbrook. GAME: Fruitvale expects to be a district contender behind the talented work of first team all-district Rongel and honorable mention picks Westbrook and Earl. SULPHUR SPRINGS NORTH HOPKINS PANTHERS—Coach: Clay Pirtle. NAMES: Soph. Jessie Williams; Soph. Silas Whaley; Soph. Tarence Berry. GAME: North Hopkins advanced to bi-district against Merit Bland but loses graduated district co-MVP Canyon Cockrum along with six other seniors. Three youngsters who were freshmen last year return to the roster. CUMBY TROJANS—Coach: Greg Raymond. 2010-11: 8-21/2-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Brandon Heer; Jr. Luke Sartin; Sr. Jordan Strickland; Sr. Nathan Spillers; Jr. Arsenio Ugalde; Soph. Evan Raymond. GAME: Replacing graduated all-district talents David Hebert and Jordan Strickland will be the first order of business. CAMPBELL INDIANS—Coach: Gary Felmet. GAME: Campbell has numerous seniors to replace from last year’s roster. DISTRICT 19-A-I CLARKSVILLE BLUE TIGERS—Coach: Walker Nichols. 201011: 21-6/10-0. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Radonte Edwards; 6-0 Sr. H.B. Rosser; 6-4 Sr. Jarrion Roberts; 6-5 Jr. Gary Moore; 5-10 Jr. Quentin Beaty; 6-5 Soph. Tyus Savage; 6-0 Jr. Lonnie Hobbs; 6-3 Sr. Chris Mitchell; 5-11 Sr. Jordan Alexander. GAME: Clarksville advanced to the regional final against Tenaha and this year welcomes Coach Nichols from Mildred. Tigers return the bulk of the team and will look to make another deep run. This is a decorated team as Roberts was first team all-state while Moore and Rosser were all-region and Beaty and Edwards were first team all-district. Savage and Hobbs were on the second team while Mitchell and Alexander were honorable mention. MCLEOD LONGHORNS—Coach: Steven Lambeth. 2010-11: 20-14. NAMES: Sr. Paul Shepard, 10 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Andy Otwell; Sr. Brady Hindsman; Sr. Jesse Harville. GAME: McLeod advanced to bi-district against Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill. Shepard earned co-newcomer of the year honors for his work while Otwell and Hindsman were second team all-district. AVERY BULLDOGS—Coach: Jack Bowles. 2010-11: 17-14/8-3. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Dreylund Edwards, 10 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Jeff Chivers, 11 ppg., 2.3 spg. GAME: Avery advanced to bi-district against La Rue La Poynor. The second year in the system will continue to help the players. Bulldogs will have to keep games low scoring as they are short on the bench. Chivers was named first team all-district while Edwards was on the second team. DETROIT EAGLES—Coach: Tom Manginell. 2010-11: 7-21/1-9. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Kolton James; 5-9 Sr. Crey Dickerson, 14.3 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Challen Marshall; 6-2 Sr. Aaron Smith; 6-1 Sr. Ty Booth. GAME: Coach Manginell takes over at Detroit and welcomes back four starters including eight lettermen. Watch for first team all-district Dickerson to continue his improvement. Help comes from second teamers Smith and Marshall and honorable mention Booth. MAUD CARDINALS—Coach: Charles Bush. NAMES: Sr. Dakota Jones; Sr. Hayden Minter; Sr. Jared Spry. GAME: Cardinals expect to see improvement this year behind first team all-district performers Jones and Minter and honorable mention Spry. SIMMS BOWIE PIRATES—Coach: Kevin Hartwell. GAME: Pirates will seek replacements for graduated alldistrict performers Reace Hudgeons, Jacob Meadows and David Hensley. DISTRICT 20-A-I CAYUGA WILDCATS—Coach: Jeremy Jenkins. 2010-11: 309/10-0. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Pat Boxie; 5-9 Jr. Donte Jackson; 6-1 Jr. Hunter Jenkins; 5-3 Sr. Daniel Walls; 5-11 Sr. Jake Nash; 6-5 Jr. Preston Anderson; 6-6 Sr. Zac Bowman; 6-6 Jr. Deon Shofner. GAME: Cayuga advanced to the regional semifinals against Tenaha and is once again the league favorite despite graduating Dogwood Circle player of the year C.J. Wagner. Bowman was first team all-district while Anderson was on the second team. There is solid height on the team going at 6-7, 6-6, 6-6 and 6-5. BEN WHEELER MARTIN’S MILL MUSTANGS—Coach: Trae Moore. 2010-11: 25-13/8-2. NAMES: Sr. Will Schneider; James Fox; Cody McCoy; Eric Schumacher. GAME: Martins Mill advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Clarksville. Mustangs graduated five seniors but as always will be one of the favorites in this district. LA RUE LA POYNOR FLYERS—Coach: Dean Nuckolls (10854). 2001-11: 23-11/7-3. NAMES: Jr. Deon Johnson; 5-8 Jr. Ashton Abendroth; 5-6 Soph. Octavious Crear; 5-9 Sr. Jerrot Gray; 6-0 Soph. Mason Motal; 5-9 Jr. Logan McClelland. GAME: La Poynor advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Cayuga. Johnson was selected honorable mention all-East Texas. HAWKINS HAWKS—Coach: Mike Craft. 2010-11: 12-16/46. GAME: Hawkins advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill but will need to replace Ryan Gaddis among others. BIG SANDY WILDCATS—Coach: Kerry Strong (43-41). 201011: 10-14/2-8. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. James Ellis; 6-3 Sr. Josh Sheeley; 5-9 Jr. Josh Jackson. GAME: District was tough on the Wildcats last year and the team must replace five seniors including the leading scorer and rebounder. Big Sandy is going to have to come together quickly and have players step up in order to be successful. MALAKOFF CROSS ROADS BOBCATS—Coach: Josh Wheeler. 2010-11: 4-22/0-10. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Dustin Lee; 5-11 Sr. Brandon Peyrefitte; 6-1 Jr. Brandon Davis; 5-9 Sr. Brandon Pryor; 5-9 Jr. Austin Brown; 6-4 Sr. Garrett Robertson. GAME: Cross Roads will definitely be an improved and more experienced team this year as only three seniors graduated off the roster. DISTRICT 21-A-I PRICE CARLISLE INDIANS—Coach: Jamie Skelton. 2010-11: 11-8/6-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Chadd Dansby, 16.8 ppg., 12.9 rpg., 4.6 bpg., 1.3 apg., 1.8 spg; Jr. Jared Poncho; Sr. Clay Skelton. GAME: Carlisle advanced to bi-district against Shelbyville. Dansby was an honorable mention all-East Texas selection for the second consecutive year as well as district offensive MVP. Skelton put the fear in opponents in an all-district season while Poncho wore teams out on the same roster. OVERTON MUSTANGS—Coach: Kerry McConnell (135126). 2010-11: 11-20/4-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Dalton Jeffers; 6-0 S. Spencer Wright; 5-8 Sr. Tim Hawkins; 5-10 Sr. Derek Graham; 6-3 Jr. Greg Moore. GAME: Overton advanced to the area round against Grapeland. Coach McConnell was pleased with the team’s play late in the season going 8-6 the last 14 games after a 3-14 start. Mustangs return four starters and will work hard and build on the success of last season. This is the team’s second year under McConnell so expect to see some great strides being made. Hawkins was the district newcomer of the year while Graham placed on the all-district roster. MOUNT ENTERPRISE WILDCATS—Coach: Clint Creel (6546). 2010-11: 5-16/3-5. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Chance Young; 5-9 Jr. Zach Moore; 6-1 Soph. Josh Leadon; 5-8 Sr. Zach Pollett; 5-9 Jr. Hunter Ammons. GAME: After coming off of a rebuilding season last year after missing the playoffs for the first time in five years, the young Wildcat team has some experience under their belts to help them move back into the playoff picture. Leadon captured district freshman of the year honors while Young was first team all-district. NEW SUMMERFIELD HORNETS—Coach: Jason Davis. 2010-11: 8-0 (district). NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Cameron Williams; 5-5 Jr. Bola Guerrero; 5-11 Soph. Ivan Ornelas; Jr. Adrian Ornelas; 5-8 Sr. David Ogeda; 5-9 Jr. Austin Gray; 5-11 Jr. Ryan Weaver; 6-1 Jr. Johnathan Garcia. GAME: New Summerfield advanced to the area round against Lovelady but must replace graduated district MVP Dyirell White. Returning talent includes first team all-district picks Austin Gray and Weaver and second team alldistrict selection Adrian Ornelas. CUSHING BEARKATS—Coach: Vincent Chatman. 2010-11: 0-8 (district). GAME: Cushing will be fighting some serious odds to become playoff eligibile in this unforgiving district. DISTRICT 22-A-I TENAHA TIGERS—Coach: Todd Bodden. 2010-11: 2810/10-0. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Reginald Davis; 5-9 Sr. Octavius Griffith; 6-2 Sr. Shaquille Mitchell; Sr. DeAaron Roland; Soph. Jacobi Ivy. GAME: Tenaha rolled all the way into Austin and the state championship game against Eula. The Tigers are a strong favorite to not only return to the Erwin Center, but to win it all behind TABC all-state and district MVP pick Davis. Griffith was named the district offensive player of the year while Mitchell and Roland were first team all-district and Ivy was on the second team. GARY BOBCATS—Coach: Tony Wood. 2010-11: 16-12/7-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Levi Cohorst; 6-0 Sr. Luke Thornton; 5-8 Jr. Matt Wood; 5-8 Sr. Jade Greer; 6-3 Jr. Stephen White; 6-1 Sr. Connor Coligan; 5-11 Jr. Teddy Rotramel; 5-9 Sr. Clay Myers; 5-9 Soph. Josh Bowen. GAME: Gary had an incredible season in turning around a 3-24/1-11 record from the previous year and will be even better this year. Watch for district defensive MVP Coligan to shine along with first team all-district Wood (the only sophomore named to the roster). TIMPSON BEARS—Coach: Cody Anthony. 2010-11: 5-22/1-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jaylin Rhodes, 11 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Lorenzo Young, 8 ppg., 2 apg., 2.5 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Dimric Caraway, 2 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. John Jacobs, 5 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 spg. GAME: Replacing five seniors will be difficult, especially losing point guard Rody Paige. Bears look to improve with the help of solid, young JV and junior high players who had success this past season. Familiarity and expectations with this system for a second consecutive year should be the main catalyst for winning and competing in a difficult district. Rhodes was voted first team all-district and will lead the team. SHELBYVILLE DRAGONS—Coach: Reggie Parks. 2010-11: 12-14/6-4. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. James Bradford; 5-6 Jr. Caleb Stracener; 6-0 Sr. Ryon Vaughn; 5-11 Jr. Dillion Brown. GAME: Shelbyville’s spectacular season included turning around an 0-10 district mark to 6-4. BECKVILLE BEARCATS—Coach: Bubba Jones. 2010-11: 1110/5-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Rain Rieke. GAME: Rain poured down on the opposition on the way to second team all-district recognition. GARRISON BULLDOGS—Coach: Tanner Kudrna. 2010-11: 2-12/1-9. NAMES: Jr. Hunter Key; Sr. Rowdy Ammons; Soph. Markeese Hall; Jr. Zach Bush; Jr. Derick Johnson. GAME: Key found the lock to thd door in a second team alldistrict campaign and will lead a team that struggled last year in its move down to Class A. DISTRICT 23-A-I GRAPELAND SANDIES—Coach: J.J. Johnson (51-13). 201011: 27-8/7-1. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Demelius Simpson, 14.3 ppg., 3.3 rpg., 3.7 apg.; 6-2 Soph. Patrick Walker, 18 ppg., 5 rpg., 2.7 apg.; 6-2 Sr. Tylphus Walker, 10 ppg., 12 rpg., 1.2 apg.; 5-11 Soph. Demetri Walker; 6-1 Soph. Jivarro Thompson. GAME: Grapeland advanced to the regional semifinals against Clarksville. Sandies will be a lot quicker this year and will have more experience in the starting lineup. The freshmen from last year got valuable experience in the playoffs and will be ready to step up their play this year. District MVP Patrick Walker led the team in scoring as a freshman and will be ready to lead along with first team all-district Simpson. ELKHART SLOCUM MUSTANGS—Coach: Jay Bruce (15390). 2010-11: 24-12. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Cole Lane; 6-3 Sr. Dillon Bickerstaff; Jr. Reagan Bowman. GAME: Slocum advanced to the area round against Tenaha and will be tough yet again as Lane and Bickerstaff were named to the honorable mention all-East Texas roster and first team all-district. Bowman was district newcomer of the year. LOVELADY LIONS—Coach: John Lowery. 2010-11: 5-3 (district). NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Jordan Driskell, 21 Jordan Driskell Taylor Rich ppg.; 6-4 Sr. Taylor Lovelady Lovelady Therwhanger; 6-1 Jr. Taylor Rich; 6-2 Soph. Jacolby Simpson; 5-8 Jr. Justis Kelly. GAME: Lovelady advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Grapeland. Team struggled early with a tough schedule but came on late. Driskell is back after being named offensive player of the year while Therwhanger was co-defensive player of the year. ALTO YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Luke Balkcom. NAMES: 5-10 Soph. Jacolby Whitaker; 6-2 Sr. Gedaricus Martin; 5-9 Jr. Jonathon Pope. GAME: Alto missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. LATEXO TIGERS—Coach: Kevin Hopson. GAME: The Tigers could find themselves fangless in a district with plenty of bite. DISTRICT 24-A-I PINELAND WEST SABINE TIGERS—Coach: Jeff Parks. 201011: 21-7/8-0. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Desmond Lacy; 5-9 Sr. Taylor Barnett; 5-7 Jr. Jay Moody; Sr. Maurice Bell; Soph. Nick Williams; Soph. Rickel Thomas; Jr. Jordan Galloway; Sr. Luis Flores. GAME: West Sabine advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Tenaha and looks to again be the elite of the district. BROADDUS BULLDOGS—Coach: Darren Cook. 2010-11: 14-17/6-2. NAMES: Jr. Austin Kollet. GAME: Broaddus advanced to bi-district against Lovelady. ZAVALLA EAGLES—Coach: Lucas Holloway. 2010-11: 7-17/4-4. NAMES: Sr. Garrett Wright. GAME: Zavalla advanced to bi-district against Elkhart Slocum. BROOKELAND WILDCATS—Coach: Bo Martin. 2010-11: 2-22/0-8. NAMES: Sr. Zack Garrett; Sr. Devon Newman; Jr. Quez Garrett; Sr. Austin Johnson. GAME: Zack Garrett picked up first team all-district honors while Newman was on the second team and Quez Garrett and Johnson were honorable mention. COLMESNEIL BULLDOGS—Coach: Steve McCullough. 2010-11: 2-6 (district). NAMES: Sr. Cullen Barker; Sr. Kyle Tant; Jr. Dakota Thedford; Jr. Bryce Rains; Jr. Brandon Cowart; Sr. Garrett Follmar; Sr. Dustin Hill; Jr. Colton Ackley. GAME: It is only fitting that a Barker (Cullen) lead the Bulldogs. Colmesneil is in good shape with eight of the 10 players returning to the varsity. DISTRICT 25-A-I DALLARDSVILLE BIG SANDY WILDCATS—Coach: Kevin Foster (361-167). 2010-11: 18-14/6-2. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Naaman Williams; 6-0 Jr. Ryan Hendrix; 6-0 Sr. Quintin Matthews; 5-7 Jr. Zach Barnard; 5-9 Soph. Jalen Abbey; 5-7 Jr. Avery Cherry; 6-0 Soph. Tyler Griffin. GAME: Big Sandy advanced to bi-district against Normangee. The Wildcats will again be one of the leaders of the district pack behind co-offensive MVP Williams and first team all-district Hendrix. EVADALE REBELS—Coach: Laurence Williams. 2010-11: 21-16/7-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Deven Murphy; 5-6 Sr. Brandon Bruce; 6-0 Sr. Kip Rawls; 5-7 Jr. Matthew Totten; 6-1 Sr. Shawn Totten; 5-10 Jr. Braiden Burford; 6-0 Jr. Corey Stringer; 6-1 Sr. Kyle Taylor. GAME: Evadale’s first season under Coach Williams was a huge success as the Rebels advanced to the state semifinals against Eula. This is still a young team and has plenty of talent to return to Austin. Watch for honorable mention Super Gold team member and district co-offensive MVP Murphy to have a huge senior season. Bruce and Totten chipped in with second team all-district recognition. SARATOGA WEST HARDIN OILERS—Coach: Jason Henry. 2010-11: 13-12/2-6. TexPreps Basketball | Page 67 1A-I NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Calvin Ridge, 8 ppg.; 6-3 Sr. Wyatt Patterson, 8 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-11 Jr. Morgan Patterson; 5-11 Sr. Justin Harrington; 5-8 Jr. Michael Shroff. GAME: Oilers should be balanced inside and out. This is a team that plays very good defense and plays well together. HULL-DAISETTA BOBCATS—Coach: Anthony Chambers. 2010-11: 13-12/4-4. NAMES: Sr. Chisholm Marberry; Sr. Michael Tanner; Soph. Austin Edmundson; Soph. Dustin Welch. GAME: Hull-Daisetta advanced to bi-district against Mumford. The Bobcats sport plenty of returning talent including defensive co-MVP Marberry, newcomer of the year Tanner and second team all-district performers Edmundson and Welch. SABINE PASS SHARKS—Coach: Trey Harvey. 2010-11: 3-22/1-7. GAME: Sabine Pass missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The Sharks might be swimming in circles with the loss of graduated all-district talent Hunter Cruthirds. DISTRICT 26-A-I BURTON PANTHERS—Coach: Jamie Smith. 2010-11: 1410/9-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Xavier Bethany; Jr. Brandon Green; Sr. Juwan Mathis; Sr. Andy Gibson; Jr. Josh Gantt; Jr. Sam Gibson. GAME: Burton advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Normangee and will again be a league favorite. Mathis returns following a defensive MVP season while Bethany and Andy Gibson were first team all-district, Green was second team and Gantt and Sam Gibson were honorable mention. MUMFORD MUSTANGS—Coach: Chris Sodek (173-104). 2010-11: 27-7/8-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Robert Galicia, 7.4 ppg., 2.7 rpg., 8.2 apg., 2.9 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Quincy Lewis, 8.2 ppg., 7.7 rpg., 1.1 spg.; 6-5 Soph. Aubrie King, 21.8 ppg., 10.8 rpg., 5.4 apg., 2.2 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Josh Sustaita, 5.8 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 1.1 spg. GAME: Mumford advanced to the area round against Milano. King burst on the scene as a freshman and averaged a double-double on the way to district co-MVP honors. Help will come from first team all-district Lewis, second teamer Galicia and honorable mention Sustaita. In order to be successful, Mustangs will have to rely on teamwork, pressure defense and a fastbreak offense. NORMANGEE PANTHERS—Coach: Larry Harvey (22-9). 2010-11: 22-9/7-3. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Dominique Barton, 16 ppg, 4 rpg., 5 apg., 5 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Collin Reid, 14.5 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 apg.,6 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Tyler Johnson, 4 ppg., 2 apg., 4 spg.; 6-5 Jr. Stormy Spikes, 14 ppg., 9 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg., 4 bpg. GAME: Normangee advanced to the regional semifinals against San Antonio Stacey. Panthers return four starters and will be battling for district top honors. Watch for first team all-district Barton and Reid, second teamer Spikes and honorable mention Johnson. SNOOK BLUEJAYS—Coach: Mike Junek. 2010-11: 9-17/3-7. NAMES: Soph. Keenan Brooks; Sr. DeMarco Carter; Sr. LeDarren Bosley. GAME: Brooks had a sensational freshman season and was voted newcomer of the year. He will help guide a club with assistance from second team all-district Bosley and honorable mention Carter. IOLA BULLDOGS—Coach: Jonathan Hines. 2010-11: 1317/3-7. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. C.J. Dottin, 20 ppg., 6 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Bobby Pointer; 6-6 Jr. Tyson Tindol; 5-11 Fr. Rey Holmes; 5-11 Soph. Geronimo Castillo. GAME: Iola is a young team with high upside. Mainly a guard-driven team in the past, the addition of Tindol should give the Bulldogs some much needed rebounding and shot blocking. First team all-district Dottin looks to become the leader of this team and improve on his sophomore totals. Castillo and Pointer were honorable mention all-district. SOMERVILLE YEGUAS—Coach: Malcolm Watson. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: Soph. Trenton Martinez. GAME: Somerville missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. DISTRICT 27-A-I MILANO EAGLES—Coach: Robbie Robinson. 2010-11: 274/10-0. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. John Jentsch; 5-9 Sr. Jordan Melton; 6-2 Jr. TexPreps Basketball | Page 68 Dominique Messer, 12.6 ppg., 8 rpg.; Jr. Toby Sanders. GAME: Milano advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Evadale and returns league offensive MVP Messer. Reinforcements are present with first team all-district Jentsch, Sanders and Melton. THRALL TIGERS—Coach: Shane Wilton. 2010-11: 9-16/8-2. NAMES: Jr. Austin Stolte; Sr. Kollen Scruggs; Sr. DeAndre Roberson; Sr. Kevin Anderson; Sr. Josh Miller; Sr. Coleman Seggrins. GAME: Thrall advanced to the area round against Burton. Stolte was voted league defensive MVP while three-point specialist Roberson was newcomer of the year. Mix in first team all-district Scruggs and Anderson and second teamers Miller and Seggrins and this will be a tough team to punch out, especially with all players back on the roster. HOLLAND HORNETS—Coach: Matt McCray (69-84). 201011: 12-19/6-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Ely Stroud, 10.5 ppg., 8.6 rpg., 1.1 apg., 1.6 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Cody Lankford, 8.6 ppg., 7.5 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Sam Cortez; 5-9 Sr. Nathan Cook; 6-2 Soph. Tyler Ramthun. GAME: Holland advanced to bi-district against Yorktown. Hornets lose key players at the guard position that must be replaced in order to continue the success of the past two seasons. Senior leadership from three-year starter and first team all-district Stroud will be key. The development of Cook will ease the loss of graduated Mike Cockerill and Sam Goodnight who have handled the guard spots the past two years. GEORGETOWN GATEWAY CHARTER GATORS—Coach: Richard Rickey. 2010-11: 5-25/1-9. GAME: Gateway will be vastly improved over last year’s record. GRANGER LIONS—Coach: Thomas Pickerill. 2010-11: 5-16/2-8. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Preston Jimenez; 6-1 Jr. Travis Tidwell; 6-2 Soph. Jake Kaderka; 5-8 Sr. Daniel Olivarez; 5-11 Sr. Cody Strmiska; 6-1 Soph. Bryce Jimenez; 6-4 Sr. Jake Miller. GAME: Lions were exceptionally young last year in Coach Pickerill’s first season with mostly underclassmean getting minutes. Granger will turn to second team all-district Preston Jimenez for improvement this season with help from honorable mention picks Tidwell and Kaderka. BARTLETT BULLDOGS—Coach: Royce McAdams. 2010-11: 2-15/2-8. GAME: The Bulldogs will have to find some bite to compete in this tough district. DISTRICT 28-A-I SHINER COMANCHES—Coach: Wendell Boner. 2010-11: 16-13/7-1. NAMES: Sr. Matt Pohler; Jr. Evel Jones; Jr. Trevion Flowers; Sr. Leo Baray; Sr. Zach Lawrence; Jr. Kris Patek; Sr. Derek Duke; Jr. Charles Arledge. GAME: Shiner advanced to the area round against Normangee. The Comanches are always in the playoff talk and will be once again behind district co-MVP Pohler, newcomer of the year Jones, first team all-district Flowers and second teamer Baray. YORKTOWN WILDCATS—Coach: Ruben Serrano. 2010-11: 27-7/6-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jayden Barefield; 5-2 Sr. Rodryck Williams; 5-9 Sr. Kolbe Ybarra; 6-1 Sr. Michael Coffman; 6-4 Sr. Austin Traynham; 6-0 Jr. Dustin Metting. GAME: Yorktown advanced to the area round against Evadale. Wildcats must replace graduated district co-MVP Erin Barefield and will turn to first team all-district Jayden Barefield and Williams along with second teamer Ybarra to lead another playoff drive. FLATONIA BULLDOGS—Coach: Bryan Zimmerman. 201011: 8-24/5-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Cole Robbins; Sr. Clay Branecky; Jr. Zane Ponder; 5-8 Sr. Colby Mica; Soph. Will Bruns; Jr. Colby Craig; Sr. Israel Flores; Jr. Josh Velasquez; Sr. Derek Branecky. GAME: Flatonia advanced to bi-district against Thrall. Bulldogs will again be dangerous with lots of talent back on the club including first team all-district Robbins and Clay Branecky and second teamers Ponder and Mica. GANADO INDIANS—Coach: John Armstrong. 2010-11: 6-20/1-7 NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Trey Thedford; 5-9 Sr. Cory Marroquin; 5-10 Sr. Xavier Salazar; 6-0 Jr. Austin Lawrence; 6-2 Soph. Graham Lawrence; 5-9 Soph. Clay Vesely; 6-2 Soph. Adrian Martinez. GAME: Ganado missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Thedford was voted first team all-district while Salazar, Marroquin and Lawrence were all on the second team. Indians only graduated one senior and will have more experience this year. LOUISE HORNETS—Coach: Joe Bill. 2010-11: 1-15/1-7. NAMES: Sr. J.R. Perez; Sr. Colton Courville; 6-2 Sr. Desmond Pulliam. GAME: Hornets will rely on second team all-district sensations Perez and Courville to make a difference. DISTRICT 29-A-I MASON PUNCHERS—Coach: John Keller. 2010-11: 1213/4-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Chance Stockbridge, 12 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 4.1 apg., 3 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Woody Watson, 12 ppg., 9.3 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Austin Trip, 8 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Jake Newsom, 3.8 ppg., 2.8 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. David Mora, 3.2 ppg., 1.7 apg., 1.9 spg. GAME: Mason advanced to the regional semifinals against Evadale. Punchers return four starters including all-West Texas selection Stockbridge and eight lettermen. Mason depends on their defense and hustle to keep them in games. Success will depend on how quickly they get into the flow of the season after a hopeful deep playoff run in football. Watson was co-newcomer of the year while Tripp was first team all-district and Newsom a second teamer. MEDINA BOBCATS—Coach: Tut Wardlaw (95-50). 2010-11: 19-11/4-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Andrew Landry, 22 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Sammie Williamson, 12 ppg., 14 rpg.; 5-8 Soph. Mitchell Black, 6 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-3 Jr. J.D. Ortiz, 7 ppg., 6 rpg. GAME: Medina advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Stacey. Bobcats will have more size and quickness. Inexperience was a big downfall for the team last year. With eight returning lettermen and three returning starters the Bobcats should be ready for another deep playoff run. Landry is the returning district MVP while Williamson, Black and Ortiz were all second team all-district. JOHNSON CITY EAGLES—Coach: Jeff Campbell. 2010-11: 14-12/4-2. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Wyatt Eubanks; 5-11 Jr. Jaxon Riebesehl; 6-0 Sr. Adam Lefford; 5-10 Sr. Dusty Harvey; 6-0 Sr. Jason Guthrie. GAME: Johnson City advanced to the area round against Falls City. Riebesehl was tri-newcomer of the year while Eubanks was first team all-district. Guthrie, Harvey and Lefford all placed on the second team. CENTER POINT PIRATES—Coach: Eric Bruton. 2010-11: 6-18/0-6. NAMES: Juan Angel; 5-10 Jr. Andres Ybarra, 6 ppg., 6 rpg., 2 apg., 4 spg. GAME: Pirates had a difficult run last year and graduated three seniors from the roster. Watch for tri-newcomer of the year Ybarra to have a major impact with help from second team all-district Angel. DISTRICT 30-A-I SAN ANTONIO STACEY EAGLES—Coach: Mike Flores. 201011: 23-12/10-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Dylan Moton; 5-10 Sr. Tony Roach; 5-6 Sr. Trae Geanes; 5-8 Sr. Gerardo Salgado; 5-7 Jr. Mikel Corpening; 5-8 Sr. Nathaniel Contreras; 5-9 Sr. Omar Mostafa; 6-0 Jr. Hunter Price; 5-11 Soph. Dustin Hedrick. GAME: Stacey advanced to the regional final against Evadale. Super Team star Desmond Clark has graduated and will need to be replaced, but there is talent aplenty to help shoot for another long playoff run. Watch for the talent well to spring with district co-MVP Moton and newcomer of the year Salgado. SAN ANTONIO GERVIN ACADEMY COYOTES—Coach: Robert Hawkins. 2010-11: 16-9/9-5. NAMES: Sr. Vincent Nichols. GAME: Gervin Academy missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Nichols was money in a first team all-district season. SABINAL YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: David Navarro (21551). 2010-11: 25-7/12-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Joey Rodriguez, 8.5 ppg., 6.3 rpg., 3.5 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Chris Olivares, 6.1 ppg., 7.2 rpg., 2.5 apg.; 5-6 Jr. Elijah Gonzales, 5.8 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 3.4 apg.; 5-7 Soph. Felipe Negrete, 3.6 ppg., 2.1 rpg., 1.7 apg. GAME: Sabinal advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival San Antonio Stacey. Team will be quick and have shooters. Watch for second team all-district stars Rodriguez and Gonzales to lead the way. D’HANIS COWBOYS—Coach: Todd Craft. 2010-11: 21-9/10-4. NAMES: Sr. Tye Macon; Jr. Clint Rothe. GAME: D’Hanis advanced to bi-district against Johnson City. Cowboys will again be in the chase behind second team all-district Macon and Rothe. CHARLOTTE TROJANS—Coach: Michael Hernandez. NAMES: Sr. Nick Luna. GAME: Luna was second team all-district and the team leader for the Trojans. BRACKETTVILLE BRACKETT TIGERS—Coach: Ralph Almanza. NAMES: Sr. Joelson Terrazas. GAME: Terreazas is being counted on for even more this year after garnering second team all-district recognition. LA PRYOR BULLDOGS—Coach: Fortino Patino. 2010-11: 3-21/2-12. NAMES: Jr. Diego Patino. GAME: Bulldogs will be rebuilding after replacing graduated all-district seniors Joe Guzman, David Castillo, Emilio Salazar and Osbaldo Garcia. SAN ANTONIO SENDERO ACADEMY MUSTANGS—Coach: Norman Marshall. 2010-11: 12-9/8-6. GAME: Sendero will need to compensate for the loss of graduated all-district talents Josh Torres, Alex Soto and Oscar Benavides. DISTRICT 31-A-I PORT ARANSAS MARLINS—Coach: Joe Kocurek. 2010-11: 19-12/6-2. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Tyler Pate; 5-8 Jr. Chase Chambers; 6-1 Sr. Andrew Groseclose; 6-0 Sr. Storm Bales; 5-9 Sr. Thomas Winton; Sr. Luke Myner. GAME: Port Aransas advanced to the area round against Sabinal and could be poised for a district title. Pate notched co-offensive player of the year honors while Bales was conewcomer of the year and Groseclose was first team alldistrict and Winton and Myner second team. PETTUS EAGLES—Coach: Steve Marbach (201-159). 2010- 11: 19-12/4-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Hunter Tomlin, 11.8 ppg., 8.1 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Ryan Beck, 16.3 ppg., 14.1 rpg.; 5-3 Jr. Clay Brown. GAME: Pettus advanced to bi-district against Santa Maria and graduated only one of the team’s top eight players. Coach Marbach has indicated this could be his last year at the helm as he is also the athetlic director and head football coach. Beck was co-offensive player of the year while Tomlin and Brown were both first team all-district. FALLS CITY BEAVERS—Coach: Travis Ehrlich. 2010-11: 104/7-1. NAMES: Sr. Tyler Wiatrek. GAME: Falls City advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Mason. Expect the Beavers to again be among the district favorites with the return of district co-MVP Wiatrek. WOODSBORO EAGLES—Coach: Daniel Waer. 2010-11: 4-22/1-7. NAMES: 6-8 Sr. Chris Payne; 6-3 Jr. Conner Payne; 6-1 Jr. Logan Moses; Sr. Daniel Ortega; 5-8 Jr. Tyler Quesada. GAME: This team will be a Payne, er, pain, for opponents, with the return of district co-newcomer of the year Conner Payne and second team all-district Chris Payne. KENEDY LIONS—Coach: Russell Weilbacher. 2010-11: 8-17/2-6. GAME: Kenedy lost five key seniors from its roster, including all-district talents in Jake Havron, Lane Gaskamp, Rhett Bell and Jarryd Duenes. DISTRICT 32-A-I LA VILLA CARDINALS—Coach: Ricardo Cantu, Sr. 2010-11: 21-8/8-0. NAMES: 5-6 Soph. Brandon Urena; 6-2 Sr. Armando Garza; 5-10 Sr. Ricky Cantu; 5-10 Soph. Robert Serna; 5-5 Sr. Kevin Ramirez. GAME: La Villa advanced to the area round against San Antonio Stacey. Urena was a solid pick as district co-new- comer of the year on a team headed by Coach of the Year Ricardo Cantu. There are weapons all over the roster including offensive MVP Garza, co-defensive MVP Cantu, first team all-district Ramirez and honorable mention Serna. BEN BOLT BADGERS—Coach: Jeff LeFevre. 2010-11: 6-18/3-5. NAMES: Soph. Nicholas Gonzalez; Sr. Gabriel Ramirez; Soph. Alejo Salas; Jr. Robert Guzman; Sr. Steven Pena; Jr. Rudy Lopez; Jr. Eric Salinas; Sr. Andres Alaniz; Jr. Emmitt Salinas; Sr. Michael Perez; Soph. Chris Cantu; Soph. Colton Gafford. GAME: Ben Bolt advanced to bi-district against Port Aransas for the second consecutive season and only graduated one senior. Watch for defensive co-MVP Alaniz, first team all-district Guzman, second teamers Ramirez and Emmitt Salinas and honorable mention nod Eric Salinas. BENAVIDES EAGLES—Coach: Jesse Cadena. NAMES: Jesus Villegas. GAME: Benavides has a solid returnee in co-newcomer of the year Villegas. SANTA MARIA COUGARS—Coach: Raul Rivera. 2010-11: 18-13. NAMES: Sr. Eddie Ramos. GAME: Santa Maria advanced to the area round against Mason. Replacing graduated district MVP Jorge Villasana will be a huge task. Expect second team all-district Ramos to be the team’s new leader. AGUA DULCE LONGHORNS—Coach: Jeff Hilliard. 2010-11: 1-15/1-7. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Andres Pacheco; 5-11 Jr. Chris Charles; 5-10 Soph. Dacota Deaver; 5-10 Soph. Trey Mann; 6-2 Sr. Matt Martin; 5-8 Sr. Troy Rosas; 5-10 Sr. Ben Martinez; 5-8 Jr. Xavier Garza. GAME: Agua Dulce will roll behind second team all-district Charles, the only sophomore named to the first or second team roster. Deaver, Martinez and Rosas were all honorable mention all-district. TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 1A-II BOYS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Roxton—The Lions were a state semifinalist and one of the premier teams in the state. Nazareth—The traditionally strong Swifts rolled to the regional quarterfinals and could easily dash beyond that this year. Ackerley Sands—Mustangs won 30 games and went 14-0 in district and seek even better numbers. Paducah—Last year’s state champion graduated six seniors but will again field talent throughout the lineup. Waelder—This state semifinalist graduated district MVP Dontrai Houston but returns other key pieces from last year’s success. Huckabay—Indians rolled to the regional semifinals and return a good one in Marty Yates to lead the way. Lipan—A regional semifinalist finish combined with the return of Zach Nelson on offense and Trevor Williams on defense will help. Throckmorton –Greyhounds reached the regional semifinals and welcome back district co-MVPs Tucker Brown and Gary Farquhar. Laneville—Talent alone makes this three-time regional finalist one dangerous club despite some key graduation losses. Dodd City—The Hornets lost only one game last year and it came in the regional semifinals against Laneville. CLASS A DIVISION II DISTRICT 1-A-II TEXLINE TORNADOES—Coach: Tanner Martin (20-12). 2010-11: 20-12/6-0. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Cody Fuqua, 13 ppg., 15 rpg.; 6-1 Soph. Chance Helms, 18 ppg., 9 rpg.; 6-3 Fr. Aaron Gutierrez. GAME: Texline advanced to the regional semifinals against Anton. Tornadoes will be young but will have tremendous athleticism and talent. If the team can overcome its lack of varsity experience and remain poised they will be extremely tough. Fuqua and Helms were first team all-district. CHANNING EAGLES—Coach: Brian Leeper. 2010-11: 1212/2-4. GAME: Channing advanced to bi-district against Kress, rebounding nicely from an 0-8 district mark the previous year. HARTLEY TIGERS—Coach: Sonny Calhoun. 2010-11: 1012/4-2. GAME: Hartley advanced to bi-district against Nazareth. ADRIAN MATADORS—Coach: Lee Parker. 2010-11: 2-17/06. NAMES: Sr. Manuel Mata; Sr. Tanner Norrell; Sr. Angel Valle; Jr. Tony Aguilar; Jr. Alex Petersen; Soph. Justin Garman; Soph. Miles Groneman; Soph. Cory Hammit; Soph. Tobie Keese. GAME: Adrian missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and will seek to replace a pair of graduated alldistrict talents. DISTRICT 2-A-II NAZARETH SWIFTS—Coach: Zach Boxell (185-126). 201011: 18-16. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Riley Huseman; 5-8 Jr. Keenan Albracht; Jr. Trey Farris. GAME: Nazareth advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Happy. The traditionally powerful Swifts will again be knocking on the playoff door with the return of first team all-district Huseman and Albracht along with second teamer Farris. KRESS KANGAROOS—Coach: Greg Gill. 2010-11: 25-7/7-3. NAMES: Sr. Gilbert Borrego; Sr. Juan Pacheco; Jr. P.J. Pulliam; Jr. Bradley Benavidez; Jr. Trey Braxton; Jr. Garrett Bye; Sr. Raul Rodriguez. GAME: Kress advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Texline. The Kangaroos will be in good shape again as only three seniors graduated off the roster. Pacheco and Pulliam grabbed first team all-district recognition while Rodriguez was on the second team. HAPPY COWBOYS—Coach: Barry Stevens. 2010-11: 2013/10-0. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Caleb Drake; 5-4 Soph. Payton Vancleave; 5-6 Jr. Jake Harris; 5-8 Sr. Remington Archer; 5-6 Soph. Keevin Hunt; 5-7 Soph. Kolton Flatt; 6-0 Jr. Noodle Drake; 5-8 Jr. Ali Carrasco; 6-2 Jr. Steven Miller. GAME: Happy advanced to the regional semifinals against Paducah and will still be returning a young team to a district champion squad. Four seniors with height graduated so the Cowboys could be challenged on the boards. Drake used his noodle on the way to second team all-district applause. HART LONGHORNS—Coach: Dwayne Dotson. 2010-11: 2-18/1-9. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Brandon Reyna; 5-7 Soph. Mark Trevizo; 5-10 Soph. Adolfo Avila; 5-10 Soph. Eliseo Carrasco. GAME: Look for first team all-district Reyna to lead the Longhorns with assistancefrom second teamer Avila, the only freshman named to the all-district roster. SILVERTON OWLS—Coach: Brad Rainer. NAMES: Sr. Matt Macieo; Sr. Braden Estes. GAME: Silverton will be an improved club with first team all-district Macieo and second team sensation Estes back on the squad. TexPreps Basketball | Page 69 1A-I LAZBUDDIE LONGHORNS—Coach: Todd Rutledge. NAMES: Jr. Jared Timms; Jr. Alex Lopez. GAME: Timms and Loperez are back following second team all-district campaigns. DISTRICT 3-A-II BRISCOE FORT ELLIOTT COUGARS—Coach: Robert Garcia. 2010-11: 12-13. NAMES: Soph. Quinton Mills; Jr. Travis Elmore; Soph. Zane Zybach; Sr. J.T. Smith; Soph. Ty Ford; Jr. Brandon Hathaway; Soph. Jacob McDowell; Sr. Davis Corse; Jr. Brady Williams. GAME: Fort Elliott advanced to the area round against Texline. Hathaway nabbed first team all-district honors while McDowell and Mills were on the second unit. FOLLETT PANTHERS—Coach: Harley Ethridge. 2010-11: 14-8/8-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. E.J. Bechtold; 5-5 Soph. Chris Bechtold; 5-10 Soph. Dakota Woods; 5-6 Soph. Jordan Rodriguez; 5-7 Soph. Rolando Valtierra; 6-2 Soph. Dustin Shepherd; 5-9 Soph. Corey Peil. GAME: Follett advanced to the area round against Kress. Panthers graduated district MVP Braden Blau along with three first team all-district stars. Look for newcomer of the year Woods to have a fast and sudden impact on the team. DARROUZETT LONGHORNS—Coach: Lewis Borom. 201011: 9-9/2-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Billy Van Hooser; 5-7 Soph. Tanner Meier; 6-0 Jr. Brady McCaslin; 5-6 Soph. Junior Mendoza; 6-4 Sr. Matt Devers; 6-0 Sr. R.D. Duke; 5-8 Soph. Tyler Harrington; 5-6 Soph. Joe Evans; 5-10 Soph. Gerson Zepeda; 5-10 Soph. Eliu Zepeda; 6-1 Soph. Austin Bentley; 5-6 Soph. Aaron Borst; 6-3 Jr. Stewart Miller. GAME: Van Hooser captured first team all-district recognition while Devers, Duke and McCaslin were on the second team for this team that should be competing for a district title this year. MIAMI WARRIORS—Coach: Jason Farmer. 2010-11: 12-12. GAME: Miami advanced to the area round against Happy but will need to replace the sensational Candido Mejia. HIGGINS COYOTES—Coach: Ray Henry. GAME: The Coyotes will likely be wailing at the moon this year in this league. TexPreps Basketball | Page 70 DISTRICT 4-A-II DISTRICT 5-A-II SHAMROCK FIGHTING IRISH—Coach: Ralph Decker. 201011: 22-9/6-4. NAMES: Tristen Gilmore. GAME: Expect district newcomer of the year Gilmore to take the lead for the team as they attempt to return to the post-season. GROOM TIGERS—Coach: Matt Johnson (104-92). 2010-11: 14-13/7-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Taylor Fields, 12.8 ppg., 11.3 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Brady Painter, 8.4 ppg., 6.2 rpg., 2.7 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Kyler Barkley, 3 ppg., 1.1 rpg., 2.1 apg., 1.4 spg. GAME: Groom advanced to bi-district against Briscoe Fort Elliott. Team has five players who earned lots of playing time back from a district runner-up team, but the incoming freshmen will have to be able to provide depth. Tigers will try to change some things up from the way they have traditionally played, so the team must be able to learn quickly in order to be at full strength by early January when district starts. Fields and Painter were named all-district. MCLEAN TIGERS—Coach: Brandon Word. 2010-11: 1615/8-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jordan Herring; 6-1 Jr. Edwin Mendoza; 5-9 Soph. Adrian Hawkins; 5-7 Jr. Zach Sargent; 6-1 Jr. Braden Hambright; 5-9 Soph. Caleb Martin; 5-9 Soph. Oscar Rodriguez; 5-9 Sr. Chase West; 6-1 Sr. Chance Laroe. GAME: McLean advanced to the area round against Nazareth and after graduating only four seniors fully expects to again be a playoff competitor. HEDLEY OWLS—Coach: Daniel England. 2010-11: 15-10/7-3. GAME: Hedley advanced to bi-district against Miami. LEFORS PIRATES—Coach: Joey Czubinski. 2010-11: 5-14/2-8. GAME: Lefors missed the post-season after reaching the previous year. SAMNORWOOD EAGLES—Coach: Jake Phillips. 2010-11: 4-16/0-10. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Thomas Williams; 5-9 Soph. Ethan Berten; 5-11 Jr. Ronnie Roberson; 5-9 Soph. Marcus Menefield; 5-6 Soph. Antonio Menefield. GAME: Eagles bring back good numbers but first order of business is replacing graduated all-district talent Kyle Vaughn. ANTON BULLDOGS—Coach: Donnie Dutton (354-227). 2010-11: 30-4/10-0. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Rick Elizondo; 5-6 Soph. Zach Matthews; 5-9 Soph. Canan Wood. GAME: Anton advanced to the regional final against Paducah but must replace seven seniors who graduated off a 10-player roster. PETERSBURG BUFFALOES—Coach: Kyle Wood. 2010-11: 18-10/7-3. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Thomas Roden; 5-7 Sr. Joseph Cedillo; Soph. Todd Smith; Sr. Antonio Campos. GAME: Petersburg advanced to bi-district against Spur. Buffaloes graduated five seniors and bring back a relatively young squad. WHITHARRAL PANTHERS—Coach: Joe Rackley. 2010-11: 15-14/7-3. NAMES: 5-2 Soph. Landon Rodgers; 5-7 Jr. Nick Castro; 5-9 Sr. Sutton Hoelscher; 5-11 Sr. Ryan Lorenz; 6-1 Sr. Corey Nickelson; 6-1 Jr. Logan Stone; 6-4 Jr. Kyle Nickelson; 6-1 Jr. Jordan Samsel; 5-11 Soph. Tucker Davis; 6-1 Jr. Blake Grant. GAME: Whitharral advanced to bi-district against Turkey Valley and returns a wealth of talent to the roster. WHITEFACE ANTELOPES—Coach: Micah Murphy. 2010-11: 10-17/4-6. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Chase Wilbanks; 6-7 Sr. Jake Johnson; 5-9 Jr. Brady German; 5-5 Sr. Ricardo Bautista; 5-10 Soph. Payton Perez; 5-9 Jr. Tanner Richardson; 5-11 Jr. Jordan White; 5-10 Soph. Lane Scoggins. GAME: Antelopes graduated four seniors from a fairly deep roster and should be improved this year. AMHERST BULLDOGS—Coach: Brady Ruiz. 2010-11: 1017/2-8. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Jesus Mendoza; 5-10 Jr. Deondray Cleveland; 5-7 Soph. Ruben Trejo; 5-11 Soph. Chris Vega; 5-10 Sr. Landon Patterson; 5-7 Jr. Victor Madrid; 6-1 Jr. Tony Muniz; 5-8 Soph. Nick Gonzalez; 5-10 Sr. Jacob Kidd; 6-4 Sr. Remington Roberson. GAME: Amherst will count on several players who gained varsity experience last year to make a difference in this year’s record. COTTON CENTER ELKS—Coach: Keith Hughes. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). GAME: Cotton Center struggled through a winless district campaign and will be hard-pressed to move up too much in this district. DISTRICT 6-A-II TURKEY VALLEY PATRIOTS—Coach: Shawn Harrison. 201011: 24-8/10-2. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Enrique Mendoza; 5-9 Jr. Ben Seth Ramsey; 6-0 Jr. Carson Proctor; 5-7 Jr. Kameron Buchanan; 5-10 Soph. Ketch Smith; 5-9 Sr. Talyn Pointer; 5-6 Soph. Wesley Rigdon; 5-6 Jr. Brennan Allen; 6-0 Jr. Cody Heck. GAME: Valley advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Anton and should be at the top of this league. Watch for defensive player of the year Buchanan along with all-district nominees Mendoza and Rigdon, who picked up his honor as a freshman. PADUCAH DRAGONS—Coach: Jay Cantrell. 2010-11: 296/12-0. NAMES: 6-5 Jr. Austin Parton; 5-8 Sr. Willie Cantrell; 5-11 Jr. Cody Austin. GAME: Coach Cantrell and the Dragons had a magical season that stretched all the way to Austin and a 45-30 state championship win over Bronte. Not a bad way for a coach to celebrate his first year at a new school. This was a senior-dominated roster that graduated six of nine players, including district MVP Trey McGruder and three other alldistrict seniors in Andrew Hastings, Lonnie Hurd and Garrett Thompson. SPUR BULLDOGS—Coach: Lenny Morrow. 2010-11: 208/8-4. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Angel Apodaca, 6 ppg., 3 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Alejandro Diaz; 5-11 Jr. Antonio Salazar; 5-7 Jr. Damien Salas; 5-8 Sr. Emilio Caballero. GAME: Spur advanced to the area round against Ackerly Sands. Bulldogs lack in experience after playing behind a deep and talented graduating senior class. However, there will be athleticism and depth in this team. Guard play will be a strength but size could be an issue. JAYTON JAYBIRDS—Coach: Ryan Bleiker. NAMES: Soph. Nicholas Fincher; Sr. Oran Morales; Jr. Tanner Hart; Jr. Tanner Speed; Sr. Conner McAden; Jr. Dakota Chisum; Soph. Jacob Galart; Soph. Tony Casillas. GAME: Jayton graduated only three seniors and should be battling for one of the playoff spots. Team will need to replace graduated all-district star Garret Watson. GUTHRIE JAGUARS—Coach: Kevin Chism. NAMES: Kylor Golbreath. GAME: Guthrie will come back with some talent in the presence of district newcomer of the year Golbreath. MATADOR MOTLEY COUNTY MATADORS—Coach: Mike Bigham. GAME: A small senior class has graduated, but the Matadors will be challenged in this district. AFTON PATTON SPRINGS RANGERS—Coach: Larry McClenny. GAME: Rangers will look to replace talented Cody Boyd. DISTRICT 7-A-II ROPESVILLE ROPES EAGLES—Coach: Lane Jackson (253192). 2010-11: 22-10/10-2. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Levi Perry, 9.2 ppg., 4.6 rpg., 1.7 bpg.; 6-0 Sr. Taylor Jackson, 7.4 ppg., 2.3 apg., 1.5 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Mason Miller, 4.3 ppg., 1 apg., 1.9 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Zane Thrash, 2.6 ppg., 2.7 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Sean Glenn, 1.9 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 1 bpg. GAME: Ropes advanced to the area round against Paducah. Eagles return six seniors and two juniors to the roster. There is good depth and a lot of experience on a team that lost to the state champion. This will be one of the tallest teams Coach Jackson has had in the last 16 years at Ropes. Jackson and Perry were named first team all-district. MEADOW BRONCOS—Coach: Kyle Johnson (20-11). 201011: 20-11/12-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Manny Moya, 14.1 ppg., 3.7 rpg.; 6-2 Sr. Houston Quintanilla, 7.2 ppg., 8.2 rpg.; 6-1 Jr. Zach England, 10.1 ppg., 7.3 rpg.; 5-6 Soph. Brandon Flores, 5.7 ppg., 2.9 rpg. GAME: Meadow advanced to the area round against Turkey Valley. Eight of the nine players on the roster will be upperclassmen, and eight of them have also played meaningful minutes at the varsity level. Moya and Quintanilla have both started since they were freshmen.There is a lot of quickness to enable the Broncos to continue a fullcourt style. Keys will be overcoming a lack of size, consistent perimeter shooting and quality minutes from the bench. Quintanilla was district MVP and TABC all-region, while Moya and Flores were also on the all-district squad. SOUTHLAND EAGLES—Coach: Bob Davis. 2010-11: 18-8/7-5. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Travis Arguello, 20.3 ppg., 12.8 rpg. GAME: Southland missed the post-season after a playoff tiebreaker loss to New Home, but Arguello was a beast in being named first team all-South Plains and district offensive MVP after averaging a double-double. NEW HOME LEOPARDS—Coach: Shane Moore. 2010-11: 18-12/7-5. NAMES: Sr. Zach West; Jr. Zach Paul. GAME: New Home advanced to bi-district against Lenorah Grady behind the Zach and Zach show as West and Paul both made the all-district team. LORENZO HORNETS—Coach: Matt Birdwell. 2010-11: 7-18/4-8. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Rafeal Castaneda; 6-1 Jr. Marlin Gonzales. GAME: Lorenzo missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional semifinals the previous year. LUBBOCK HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY—Coach: Corey White. 2010-11: 6-12/2-10. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Brentley Boen, 21.1 ppg.; 5-9 Jr. Garrett Boggs, 10.4 ppg. GAME: Boen was named newcomer of the year whilg Boggs was on the all-district team. WILSON MUSTANGS—Coach: Kyle Pinkerton. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Michael Rowland; 5-0 Jr. Enrique Frausto; 5-5 Jr. Jordan Guzman; 6-0 Jr. Jeremy Atchison. GAME: Wilson missed the post-season after going the previous year. DISTRICT 8-A-II ACKERLY SANDS MUSTANGS—Coach: Billy Grumbles. 2010-11: 30-5/14-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Bert Ybarra; 5-5 Sr. Junior Rogers; 5-7 Jr. Preston Zant; 6-4 Jr. Caleb Thomasson; 6-3 Sr. Sean Blagrave. GAME: Sands advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Paducah but lost district MVP Blake Thomasson to graduation. Ybarra and Caleb Thomasson are back after a first team all-district campaign while Blagrave and Zant were on the second unit. LENORAH GRADY WILDCATS—Coach: Thomas Clay (153112). 2010-11: 28-4/12-2. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Zeke Clay, 12.5 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Bransen Richards, 7 ppg., 6 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Brett Glaze; 5-10 Jr. Michael Jimenez; 5-5 Jr. Ivan San Juan; Soph. Taylor Polson. GAME: Grady advanced to the area round against Anton. Wildcats lose three starters and eight seniors but return TABC all-region and TSMCA all-state Clay and district newcomer of the year Richards. First team all-district and four-year starter Clay has been to the regional tournament twice and has 66 wins as a varsity starter, while Richards is honored and is the team’s point guard. Three starters come from sub-varsity teams. The JV finished as district champs after a 16-4 season, while the junior high was undefeated and could contribute a player or two. GAIL BORDEN COUNTY COYOTES—Coach: Fernando Baeza. 2010-11: 12-7/10-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Quinton Shafer; 6-0 Jr. Tanner Richey; Sr. Austin Tyler; Sr. Collin Telchick. GAME: Borden County advanced to bi-district against Ropesville Ropes and welcomes back first team all-district Schafer and Richey. Tyler and Telchick chipped in with second team honors. O’DONNELL EAGLES—Coach: Blake Nichols. 2010-11: 1216/5-9. NAMES: Sr. Ezra Vasquez; Sr. Dylan Gruben; Soph. LaDarius Hunter. GAME: O’Donnell welcomes back second team all-district mates Vasquez, Gruben and Hunter. WELLMAN-UNION WILDCATS—Coach: Todd Ellis (54-52). 2010-11: 12-13/6-8. GAME: Wildcats took a hit on graduation as all-district stars Ivan Martinez, Alfredo Martinez and Brandon Competio all exhausted their high school careers. WELCH DAWSON DRAGONS—Coach: Clayton Fryar (2430). 2010-11: 9-17/4-10. NAMES: 5-5 Soph. Nick Garcia; 5-6 Soph. David Valero. GAME: Dawson will be very young and very small. Still, this team will play extremely hard and will have very strong team unity. LAMESA KLONDIKE COUGARS—Coach: Jim Holloway. 2010-11: 0-14 (district). NAMES: Sr. Mitchell Gregory; Jr. Cade Verett; Sr. Andrew Sentell; Jr. Saul Torres; Jr. David Sentell; Sr. Zach Barkowsky; Sr. Rolando Galvan; Sr. Enrique Fraustop; Sr. Collin Forest. GAME: Barkowsky returns following a second team alldistrict season to a club that welcomes back numerous players. LOOP LONGHORNS—Coach: Danny Copeland. 2010-11: 14-18/5-9. GAME: Loop missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and now must replace graduated all-district performers Jeff Boggan, Matthew Sellers and Jacob Bingham. DISTRICT 9-A-II FORT DAVIS INDIANS—Coach: Otis Chunn. 2010-11: 1710/6-2. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Harrison King; 5-9 Jr. Steve Enriquez; 6-3 Jr. Elijah Hernandez; 5-10 Jr. Carlos Granado; 5-8 Soph. Hilario Hernandez; 6-1 Sr. James Lewis; 5-8 Sr. Daniel Tercero; 5-6 Soph. Junior Martinez. GAME: Fort Davis advanced to the area round against Bronte. DELL CITY COUGARS—Coach: Ismael Ramirez. 2010-11: 17-9. GAME: Dell City advanced to the area round against Garden City. BALMORHEA BEARS—Coach: Jourmain Matta. 2010-11: 9-14/3-5. NAMES: Sr. Alex Virdell; Jr. Chon Martinez; Jr. Chance Virdell; Soph. Joshua Matta; Jr. Fabian Diaz; Soph. Diego Vasquez. GAME: Balmorhea missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. The Bears graduated only three seniors and will return a team heavy again on underclassmen. VALENTINE PIRATES—Coach: Brent McWilliams. 2010-11: 12-9. GAME: Valentine advanced to the area round against Ira, the school’s first playoff appearance in more than a decade. The Pirates made the run despite having the smallest enrollment (16) of a high school playing UIL basketball in the state. Coach McWilliams said that six of the seven boys enrolled at the school played on the team. SIERRA BLANCA VAQUEROS—Coach: Keimon Hall. GAME: Vaqueros will be battling throughout district play. DISTRICT 10-A-II WINK WILDCATS—Coach: Jesse Jones. 2010-11: 19-10. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Seth Abbott; Sr. Lam Kui Ting; 5-6 Soph. Riley Richardson; 5-11 Jr. Dominique Williams; 5-10 Sr. Gabe Valerio; 6-0 Jr. Cory Funderberg; 5-5 Soph. Jordan Sonnier. GAME: Wink advanced to the area round against Sterling City. RANKIN RED DEVILS—Coach: Brad Thompson. 2010-11: 14-13. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Dalton Michum; 6-2 Sr. Ty Self. GAME: Rankin advanced to bi-district against Valentine. IMPERIAL BUENA VISTA LONGHORNS—Coach: Jess Roberts. 2010-11: 12-16. NAMES: Sr. Dominique Porales. GAME: Buena Vista advanced to bi-district against Fort Davis. GRANDFALLS-ROYALTY COWBOYS—Coach: Arturo Rodriguez. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Joel Marquez; 5-10 Soph. Thomas Burns; 5-5 Soph. Junior Marquez; 6-1 Soph. Ryan Anaya; 5-5 Soph. Gilbert Nunez. GAME: The Cowboys will be young and inexperienced, but for the first time in a few years they will have depth with approximately 20 student athletes expected to participate. SANDERSON EAGLES—Coach: Brad Conway. GAME: Sanderson missed the post-season after reaching the previous year. MARATHON MUSTANGS—Coach: Rock Owens. GAME: Mustangs will need to be in it as a marathon and not a sprint to be successful. DISTRICT 11-A-II IRA BULLDOGS—Coach: Bubba Edwards (290-99). 201011: 27-5/12-0. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Lance Morris, 15 ppg., 4 apg., 4 spg.; 5-10 Soph. Jared Cotton, 5 ppg., 2 apg., 3 spg.; 5-9 Soph. Tyler Goodwin, 4 ppg., 1 apg., 1 spg. TexPreps Basketball | Page 71 1A-II GAME: Ira advanced to the regional final against Bronte. Bulldogs will be extremely young, but this group of young men are winners and know how to win. Team looks to continue a 57-game district winning streak and a fifth consecutive district championship. Shooting and defense will be strong points, while size is a weakness. Ira strives for its fifth consecutive regional tournament as well behind TABC all-state Morris. ROBY LIONS—Coach: Ryan Holmes. 2010-11: 15-15. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Dallas Whitefield; 6-1 Jr. Matt Fells; 5-5 Sr. Dakota Whitefield; 5-10 Sr. Trey Stevenson. GAME: Roby advanced to bi-district against Sterling City. The Lions should still be amongst the league’s best and will call on first team all-district Stevenson to lead. TRENT GORILLAS—Coach: Kris Hise. GAME: The Gorillas should be just-a-swingin’ this year as they are expected to compete for a playoff berth. ROSCOE HIGHLAND HORNETS—Coach: Brooks Boynton. GAME: Highland missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. HERMLEIGH CARDINALS—Coach: Raymond House. NAMES: Jonathan Zepeda. GAME: Hermleigh advanced to bi-district against Garden City and will lean on newcomer of the year Zepeda for more success. WESTBROOK WILDCATS—Coach: Caleb Callaway. NAMES: Sr. Casey Bass; Sr. Alex Gaona; Sr. Dylan Fulton; Soph. Jacob Morris; Sr. Tyler Morris; Jr. Hayden Redwine; Jr. Kutter Armstead; Jr. Gabriel Gutierrez; Soph. Toby Milani. GAME: Westbrook will be competitive behind the talents of first team all-district Bass. LORAINE BULLDOGS—Coach: Brandon Langston. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Nate Martinez; Sr. Brandon Gibson. GAME: Loraine will likely be in the lower rung of clubs in this district. DISTRICT 12-A-II WATER VALLEY WILDCATS—Coach: Andy Copley (247218). 2010-11: 19-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jude Tamplain, 6 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Zach Glass, 7 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. David Williams, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Sterling Marschall, 4 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 spg. GAME: Coach Copley has high expectations for this team. If the club can come together and peak at the right time, it has an opportunity to be fairly competitive in the region. There is lots of youth that is compensated with good depth. Four starters and eight lettermen return. A better understanding of philosophies and expectations and more time spent playing in the spring and summer bring about cautious optimism. Glass was voted second team all-district. STERLING CITY EAGLES—Coach: Trey Sisco. 2010-11: 148/10-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Kobi Wright, 9 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Hunter Hughes, 7 ppg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Ryan Tatro, 3 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Cooper Hinderliter, 4 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 spg. GAME: Sterling City advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Bronte and returns plenty of firepower that should ensure it will compete for a district title. Wright was first team all-district while Hughes was on the second team. GARDEN CITY BEARKATS—Coach: Koby Abney (136-80). 2010-11: 15-8/11-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Reggie Halfmann, 3.2 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 2.2 apg.; 5-7 Jr. Peyton Schaefer, 2.7 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 2.4 apg.; 6-0 Soph. Sam Miller, 7.2 ppg., 2.6 rpg.; 6-1 Soph. Corbin Davis, 5.6 ppg., 3.1 rpg. GAME: Garden City advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Ira. Team will be very young with two seniors, one junior and six sophomores on the varsity. Bearkats lose five seniors who were very successful, so the team must mature quickly. There are some skilled kids, very good shooters and savvy players who will play hard which the team will need to overcome a lack of height. Garden City transitions from a very post dominated team of the last three years to a perimeter team. Some tradition including four district titles and two runner-up finishes the last six years has established a tradition. Miller was named second team all-district. BRONTE LONGHORNS—Coach: Rocky Rawls (579-250). 2010-11: 33-4/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Creed Coalson, 8 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Jordan Baumann, 2 ppg.; 6-0 Jr. Caleb Rosson, 4 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. John Deller; 5-6 Jr. Newt McGinnis. GAME: Bronte had a second consecutive appearance in the state title game, this time against Paducah. The celebrated duo of Dakota Rawls and Kerwin Rawls have graduated and TexPreps Basketball | Page 72 taken countless honors with them. The Longhorns will field an inexperienced team although there are some seniors on the roster who will be counted on for leadership, including co-newcomer of the year Coalson. ROBERT LEE STEERS—Coach: Brandon McDowell. 2010-11: 14-13/6-8. NAMES: Jr. Justin Gartman. GAME: Gartman was tabbed second team all-district while only a sophomore and is a young leader for the Steers. PAINT ROCK INDIANS—Coach: Sam Boyd. 2010-11: 2-23/0-14. NAMES: Jr. Kale Keeney. GAME: Paint Rock missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Keeney is a talented second team all-district pick who has two years remaining to lead the Indians. BLACKWELL HORNETS—Coach: Nathan Hayes. 2010-11: 3-11 (district). GAME: Blackwell’s primary task will be in replacing graduated first team all-district sensation Caleb Magness. VERIBEST FALCONS—Coach: Daniel Whetsel. 2010-11: 1213/3-11. NAMES: Jr. Cody Hurt; Jr. Adolfo Lara; Jr. Zack Book; Jr. Hunter Henkhaus; Jr. Ethan Lankford. GAME: Two-time all-district performer Jeffrey Johnson has graduated, leaving a void that others are going to need to fill for this team to succeed. DISTRICT 13-A-II CROWELL WILDCATS—Coach: Mason Pierce. 2010-11: 8-2 (district). NAMES: Sr. Caleb Matthews; 5-9 Sr. Luke Simmons; 5-7 Sr. Luke Gray; 6-2 Jr. Cody Knight; 5-11 Jr. Chris Chatfield. GAME: Crowell advanced to the area round against Lipan and returns several weapons from that team. Watch for district offensive MVP Matthews and co-newcomer of the year Chatfield to lead the way with assistance from second team all-district Knight. CHILLICOTHE EAGLES—Coach: Brock Ramsey. 2010-11: 7-4 (district). NAMES: Sr. Richard Ramsey; Sr. Tanner Vaden; Soph. William Ramsey. GAME: Chillicothe advanced to bi-district against Woodson. Team must replace graduated district MVP Dustin Turvaville and will count on first team all-district Richard Ramsey and honorable mention selections Vaden and William Ramsey. KNOX CITY GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Josh Webb. 2010-11: 16-9/6-4. NAMES: Sr. Ryan Ledesma; Sr. Jarek Wilde; Sr. Blake Jones; Jr. Jose Espinal; Sr. Brandon York; Sr. T.J. Moore. GAME: Knox City failed to advance in the post-season after a run the previous year. Jones was named district offensive MVP and will have plenty of help from first team alldistrict York, second teamer Wilde and honorable mention Ledesma and Espinal. HARROLD HORNETS—Coach John McGee. 2010-11: 1110/8-3. NAMES: Jr. Daly Welch, Jr. Colton Clouse, 6-1 Soph. Matt Templeton; Sr. Anthony Perez; Sr. Joey Arispe. GAME: Harrold advanced to bi-district against Aspermont one year after an 0-10 district showing and should experience more success this year. Watch for district co-newcomer of the year Templeton to be big along with second team all-district Welch and honorable mention selections Clouse, Perez and Arispe. VERNON NORTHSIDE INDIANS—Coach: Blake Kinney. 2010-11: 6-13/2-8. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Kale Adams; 6-1 Jr. Cade Freeling; 6-0 Jr. Payton Neal. GAME: Northside missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. This is a team with a strong future as Adams, Freeling and Neal were all named honorable mention alldistrict as sophomores. BENJAMIN MUSTANGS—Coach: Doug Gore. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Jonathan Rainwater; 5-10 Jr. Mathew Acree. GAME: Benjamin will be a battler with honorable mention all-district Acree at the forefront. DISTRICT 14-A-II THROCKMORTON GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Blayne Davis (96-67). 2010-11: 17-6/10-0. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Tucker Brown; 6-4 Jr. Gary Farquhar, 18.8 ppg., 9.7 rpg., 1.4 apg., 3.5 spg., 4.9 bpg. GAME: Throckmorton advanced to the regional semifinals against Bronte. Farquhar had an incredible sophomore season in almost averaging a double-double. He carried the load for a team with only one senior and filled up the stat sheet while shooting 53 percent from the field and sharing district MVP honors with teammate all-Big Country honorable mention Brown. ASPERMONT HORNETS—Coach: Zach Morris. 2010-11: 21-11/6-4. NAMES: Jr. Ryan Reid; Todd Meador. GAME: Aspermont advanced to the area round against Graford and will again be formidable with the return of district defensive player of the year Reid and newcomer of the year Meador. WOODSON COWBOYS—Coach: Gordon Thomas. 2010-11: 14-17/6-4. NAMES: Sr. Tanner Thomas. GAME: Woodson advanced to the area round against Baird and will be another team to watch for with the return of honorable mention all-Big Country and first team all-district Thomas. LUEDERS-AVOCA RAIDERS—Coach: Eric Hearn. 2010-11: 15-9/6-4. GAME: Lueders-Avoca missed the post-season after going the previous year. Two-time all-district talent Orrin Jones has graduated and will be missed. HASKELL PAINT CREEK PIRATES—Coach: Michael Waggoner. 2010-11: 15-12/2-8. GAME: Pirates fear the gallows after graduating all-district sensation Curtis Bishop. RULE BOBCATS—Coach: Danny James. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). GAME: Offensive player of the year Cade Brown has graduated and others will need to step up in his production absence. DISTRICT 15-A-II MAY TIGERS—Coach: Steve Howard. 2010-11: 19-9. NAMES: Jr. Derek Jesko; Jr. Jared Howard; Soph. Justin Howard; Jr. Ethan Jaggars. GAME: May advanced to bi-district against Lipan and will field an exceptionally strong team. Look for newcomer of the year Justin Howard and defensive MVP Jesko to lead the way with help from first team all-district Jared Howard and Jaggers. None of these four have even hit their senior year, so the Tigers are also a team built for the future. GORMAN PANTHERS—Coach: Tommy Simmons (197-167). 2010-11: 20-11/7-3. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. B.J. Ramirez, 3.2 apg., 3.4 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Zach Carlton, 14.3 ppg., 6.7 rpg.; Sr. Jon Fenley; Sr. Sergio Hipolito. GAME: Gorman advanced to the area round against Throckmorton. Three starters return along with upcoming seniors Fenley and Hipolito, who both missed most of last year with injuries. Carlton was honorable mention all-Big Country and first team all-district along with Ramirez. BAIRD BEARS—Coach: Ryan Ocheskey. 2010-11: 15-15. NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Gabriel Cruz; 5-9 Sr. Garrett Kirkland; 5-10 Sr. Tyler White; 5-10 Jr. Nick Darnell; 5-11 Sr. Ty Rhoads. GAME: Baird advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Lipan. District MVP Cody Hunter has graduated and so now the Bears will turn to first team all-district Rhoads and second teamers White and Kirkland to lead the way. RISING STAR WILDCATS—Coach: Todd Law. GAME: Wildcats will need to find replacements for three graduated all-district performers in Tim Butcher, Alec Apple and Dale Self. SIDNEY EAGLES—Coach: James Rucker. NAMES: Jr. Chris Dominguez. GAME: Sidney has found a cornerstone in talented second team all-district prodigy Dominguez. MORAN BULLDOGS—Coach: Brian Davis. NAMES: Sr. Bailey Spencer. GAME: These Bulldogs appear leashed in what will prove a tough district. DISTRICT 16-A-II LIPAN INDIANS—Coach: Cody Chandler (142-58). 2010-11: 24-13. NAMES: Sr. Trevor Williams; Sr. Zach Nelson. GAME: Lipan advanced to the regional semifinals against Ira and welcomes back offensive player of the year Nelson Dylan Carnes Slidell Cord Hankins Slidell Daniel McCasland Slidell along with co-defensive player of the year Williams. GRAFORD JACKRABBITS—Coach: Ty Tabor. 2010-11: 2212/9-1. NAMES: Dustin Hargrave. GAME: Graford advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Throckmorton and welcomes Coach Tabor. Jackrabbits also welcome back district newcomer of the year Hargrave. NEWCASTLE BOBCATS—Coach: Ty Spitzer. GAME: Newcastle advanced to bi-district against Gorman but must replace graduated all-district star Brandon Bailey. BRYSON COWBOYS—Coach: Roger Chase. GAME: Bryson will need to replace some graduated alldistrict talent in Justin Morrow and others. GORDON LONGHORNS—Coach: Andrew Heers. NAMES: Sr. Michael Spraggins. GAME: Longhorns will need others to step up in the wake of graduated all-district player Jonathan Stockstill. STRAWN GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Brent Dawson. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Cole Abbott; 5-3 Jr. Owen Allison; 5-9 Jr. Bobby Wells. GAME: Parker Purvis is one performer who graduated and will need to be replaced. DISTRICT 17-A-II HENRIETTA MIDWAY FALCONS—Coach: Shane Coker. 2010-11: 20-12/11-3. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Ethan Cafagna, 21.8 ppg.; 5-7 Sr. Keaton Merkel; Jr. Brody Wilson; Jr. Josh Fulbright; Jr. Zach Fox; Sr. Josh Terry; Jr. Jacob Blevins; Jr. Ben Forester; Jr. Brent Jones; Jr. Mark Nall. GAME: Midway advanced to bi-district against Roxton and returns a decorated team including co-offensive player of the year Cafagna, first team all-district Wilson, Merkel and Blevins and second teamer Forester. BELLEVUE EAGLES—Coach: Aaron Tefertiller. 2010-11: 6-8 (district). NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Tyler Phillips; 5-8 Jr. Kenton Spikes; 5-10 Sr. Trace Garrison; 6-0 Sr. Jacob Belcher; 5-11 Jr. Cody Coonfield; 6-0 Sr. Ethan Staley; Soph. Brandt Cassetty; Jr. Tyler Terry. GAME: Bellevue has a promising future with newcomer of the year Cassetty and second team all-district talents Garrison and Terry returning to the squad. NOCONA PRAIRIE VALLEY BULLDOGS—Coach: Kelly Pae. 2010-11: 18-15/4-10. NAMES: 6-0 Sr.. Kieren Pae, 25 ppg., 7 rpg., 5 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Garrett Combs, 6 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Cy Cozart, 14 ppg.; 5-6 Sr. Miguel Salinas; 5-5 Jr. Thomas Ducharme. GAME: Bulldogs look to fight for a playoff spot this season after showing signs of greatness last year. This senior-heavy team has paid its dues and is looking forward to the year. TABC all-region and offensive player of the year Pae is the leader of a team that has the firepower to put up a lot of points every night and just needs to bring the defense and rebounding up to that level to achieve great things. Cozart added second team all-district honors while Combs, Salinas and Ducharme were honorable mention. SLIDELL GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Todd McCormick. 201011: 10-22/5-9. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Trent Garrett, 11.9 ppg., 9.3 rpg., 1.7 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Dylan Carnes, 6.8 ppg., 1.7 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Scott Zuniga, 5.5 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 2.9 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Daniel McCasland, 5.7 ppg.; 5-8 Sr. Cord Hankins, 3.1 ppg. GAME: This team works very hard and made great improvements on the defensive end of the floor last year. Greyhounds will get an infusion of talent from the incoming freshmen class and will benefit from having most of its core returning. Slidell also welcomes a new coaching staff. FORESTBURG LONGHORNS—Coach: Steve Sandusky. 2010-11: 5-9 (district). GAME: Forestburg missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and must replace a trio of graduated all-district seniors in Justin Reynolds, Hunter Maxwell and Greg Wilhite. SAINT JO PANTHERS—Coach: Chuck Hall (339-262). 201011: 23-12/13-1. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Brandon Weed; 5-8 Sr. Jake Pearce; 5-11 Sr. Michael Davis; 6-2 Jr. Tyler Coates. GAME: Saint Jo advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Roxton. The district champion will again be tough despite the loss of graduated district MVP William Phillips. BYERS HORNETS—Coach: Clint Linman. 2010-11: 1-20/014. NAMES: Sr. Leighton Goodner; Sr. Tyler Parker; Sr. Adam Wamble; Sr. Dylan Rodgers. GAME: Byers has been staggered by back-to-back winless district campaigns and will have more difficulty in this league. BOWIE GOLD-BURG BEARS—Coach: Colby Broussard. 2010-11: 12-2 (district). NAMES: James Franklin. GAME: Gold-burg advanced to bi-district against Cumby Miller Grove. The Bears must cope with a graduation hit as five all-district seniors are no longer on the roster. DISTRICT 18-A-II ROXTON LIONS—Coach: Hosea Lee. 2010-11: 25-7/8-2. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Alex Williams; 5-6 Jr. Corinthians Green; 5-10 Jr. Walker Wharton; 5-9 Jr. Quinton Walker; Jr. Lester Green; Soph. Kalyl McGuire. GAME: Roxton enjoyed a spectacular season that reached Austin and a state semifinal berth against Bronte. The Lions will shoot for an encore behind offensive player of the year Walker, newcomer of the year Lester Green and second team all-district Corinthians Green and Williams. DODD CITY HORNETS—Coach: Lance Shelton. 2010-11: 34-1/10-0. NAMES: Sr. Shihei Williams; Sr. Jaylen Wallace; Sr. Landon Darwin; Jr. Landon Liebel. GAME: Dodd City was the last of the state’s unbeatens last year before suffering its first and only loss in the regional semifinals to Laneville, 58-55. District MVP Patrick Moore graduated, but Wallace returns following an honorable mention all-Texomaland season. Help comes from first team all-district Darwin, second teamer Williams and honorable mention Liebel. ECTOR EAGLES—Coach: Brad Evans. 2010-11: 19-10/5-5. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Jacob Crowell, 10 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Bradley Bingham, 22 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Chad Clement, 8 ppg.; 6-1 Jr. Bradlee Coldiron, 8 ppg., 2 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Kyle Wells, 5 ppg. GAME: Ector missed the playoffs for only the second time in seven years as they dropped a heartbreaker to Miller Grove in a play-in game. However, all five starters return including first team all-district, TABC all-region and honorable mention all-Texomaland performer Bingham. Coldiron was also first team all-district while Crowell and Clement were honorable mention picks. CUMBY MILLER GROVE HORNETS—Coach: Gary Billingsley (112-82). 2010-11: 19-15/5-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Colten Baylus; 6-2 Soph. Patrick Covington; 5-6 Jr. Cody Marler; 5-8 Jr. Quinten Stovall; 5-6 Jr. Ryan Dougan. GAME: Miller Grove advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Dodd City. Sophomore Covington is the only returning starter on a team that will have to gain experience fast to be able to contend in this district. Coach Billingsley anticipates a fun and exciting pace of play. SAVOY CARDINALS—Coach: Phillip Eddins (12-15). NAMES: Sr. Aaron Dugger; Jr. Hunter Franklin; 5-10 Jr. Adam Raley. GAME: Savoy returns some talent in second team all-district Dugger and honorable mention nod Franklin. LADONIA FANNINDEL FALCONS—Coach: Randy Jones. NAMES: Soph. Damonte Scott; Soph. Cody Lemay; Soph. Quincy Cuba; Jr. T.J. Erwin; Jr. Mauricio Chacon; Soph. Stephen Lock. GAME: Fannindel graduated a pair of all-district performers in Jacolby Judkins and Steven Brown who need to be replaced. DISTRICT 19-A-II FROST POLAR BEARS—Coach: Eric Blenden. 2010-11: 236/8-0. NAMES: Jr. Andrew Jackson; Jr. Danial Steels; Jr. Jacob Stroder. GAME: Frost advanced to the area round against Roxton and must replace graduated district MVP Phillip Page. Expect newcomer of the year Stroder to continue his improvement with help coming from second team all-district Jackson and honorable mention Steels, who was hurt for most of district play. WAXAHACHIE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY EAGLES—Coach: Mark Smith (9-15). 2010-11: 9-15/2-6. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Demetrius Douglas, 16 ppg., 11 rpg.; 6-4 Sr. Donny Laws; 5-5 Soph. Charles Fenner, 3 ppg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Soph. Josh Brown; 5-10 Soph. Kenny Gibbs, 4 ppg. GAME: Eagles competed well in district despite being young with one senior, one junior, and eight freshmen and sophomores. Laws is back after missing last year with a torn ACL. Fenner and Brown started all 24 games as freshmen. Douglas was first team all-district. MILFORD BULLDOGS—Coach: Ronny Crumpton. 2010-11: 14-9/6-2. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Jairus Russell; 6-0 Sr. Adonas Hightower; 5-10 Sr. Germaine Armstrong; 6-2 Sr. Dez Buckaloo. GAME: Milford advanced to the area round against Dodd City. Russell has star written all over him after a first team all-district season as a sophomore. Also watch for second team all-district Buckaloo and Armstrong. COVINGTON OWLS—Coach: Tom McVey. 2010-11: 0-8 (district). NAMES: Jr. Trey Gibbs; Sr. Jonathon Wallace; Sr. Bryan DeLatorre; Soph. Tyler LaFountain. GAME: The Owls are coming back with solid talent this year led by first team all-district Gibbs and Wallace and second teamers DeLatorre and LaFountain. AVALON EAGLES—Coach: Khris Marshall. 2010-11: 4-4 (district). NAMES: Sr. Denzel Murray; Sr. Oscar Palacious; Jr. Brian Romero. GAME: Avalon advanced to bi-district against Abbott and will compete this year with co-defensive MVP Murray, first team all-district Palacious and second teamer Romero. DISTRICT 20-A-II WACO RAPOPORT ACADEMY RAVENS—Coach: Gil Beckham. 2010-11: 18-10/9-1. NAMES: Sr. Cody Stroder; 6-0 Jr. Shawn Watkins; 6-0 Jr. Alvin Daniliuc; 5-9 Jr. Devin Finley. GAME: Rapoport advanced to the area round against Cumby Miller Grove. Ravens need to replace graduated district MVP Josh Davis, but have the pieces in place to do that and vie for the district title. Stroder was newcomer of the year while Finley was first team all-district and Daniliuc placed on the second team. ABBOTT PANTHERS—Coach: Kyle Dawson. 2010-11: 7-3 (district). NAMES: Sr. Jake Brown; Sr. Casey Morgan. GAME: Abbott advanced to the area round against Saint Jo one year after going 3-11 in district. Panthers will rally behind first team all-district Brown and honorable mention nod Morgan. COOLIDGE YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Chris London. 201011: 7-24/4-6. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. James Johnson, 22.6 ppg., 2.3 rpg.; 6-1 Soph. Joe Brown, 4 apg., 6 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Victor Miles; 5-9 Fr. Deandre Kirven; 6-1 Jr. Shilomar Calhoun. GAME: Coolidge has a desire to achieve. Team will have to play better defense if it expects to contend for a playoff spot. Johnson was named co-offensive MVP while Brown was second team all-district and Calhoun placed on the honorable mention roster. AQUILLA COUGARS—Coach: Ron Copeland. 2010-11: 126/7-3. NAMES: Sr. Justin Ince; Jr. Taylor Goode; Sr. Shay Smith. GAME: Aquilla advanced to bi-district against Milford. The Cougars will be competitive behind first team all-district Ince, second teamer Goode and honorable mention Smith. PENELOPE WOLVERINES—Coach: Randall Ballew. 2010-11: 1-9 (district). NAMES: Sr. Corwin Jones. GAME: Wolverines must before anything find capable replacements for graduated all-district star Lee Raborn. BYNUM BULLDOGS—Coach: Malcolm Cole. 2010-11: 9-20/2-8. NAMES: Sr. Alfonso Perales. GAME: Bynum seeks improvement in modest bounds and will look to dynamic first team all-district Perales to lead the way. TexPreps Basketball | Page 73 1A-II DISTRICT 21-A-II SALTILLO LIONS—Coach: Bill Giles. 2010-11: 30-5. NAMES: Sr. Brock Giles; Jr. Hunter Holder. GAME: Saltillo advanced to the regional semifinals against Roxton. Despite losing district co-MVP Will Giles to graduation, the Lions should be well equipped with offensive player of the year Brock Giles and co-newcomer of the year Holder. SULPHUR BLUFF BEARS—Coach: Marshall Moore. 201011: 5-20/3-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Blake Brown, 10 ppg.; 5-9 Jr. Collin Williams, 7 ppg.; 6-0 Jr. Clay Mitchell, 7 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Micah Mathis, 11 ppg.; 5-10 Soph. Landon Dorner, 10 ppg. GAME: Sulphur Bluff missed the post-season after reaching bi-district the previous year. This will be a young squad with Mathis the primary go-to senior and Dorner coming off conewcomer of the year honors. BLOOMBURG WILDCATS—Coach: Marty Francis (117-43). 2010-11: 23-12/8-2. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Tanner Jones; 6-3 Sr. Hunter Smith; 6-0 Jr. Sam Tyson; 5-9 Sr. A.J. Delgado; 5-9 Sr. Anthony Cavallaro. GAME: Bloomburg advanced to the area round against Spurger. Wildcats lost three starters to graduation, including an all-region and all-state selection the past two years at the point guard position. If the team learns how to play together as a unit, they will be fine. New leaders are going to have to emerge and some players are going to have to step up and fill the roles of those that graduated. There is not a lot of size, but Bloomburg looks to create an uptempo game. GILMER UNION HILL BULLDOGS—Coach: James Young. 2010-11: 7-19. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. James Young; 5-9 Sr. Jake Johnston; 5-9 Sr. Marcus Lawton; 5-8 Jr. Colby Phillips; 5-9 Sr. Justin Johnson; 6-0 Jr. Javarrious Dixon; 6-3 Sr. Xavier Johnson. GAME: Union Hill advanced to bi-district against Douglass. KARNACK INDIANS—Coach: Kelvin Boykins. 2010-11: 1016/4-6. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Bre’lon Jackson; 5-11 Sr. Demarcus Johnson; 5-6 Jr. Joe Grady; 5-6 Jr. Shaquille Hicks; 5-8 Jr. Dominick Austin; 6-0 Sr. Jamarius Jones; 5-7 Jr. Demarcus Lewis. GAME: Karnack missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. The always-dangerous Indians look to co-defensive player of the year Jackson to lead the way. AVINGER INDIANS—Coach: Treston Dowell. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: Sr. Kaleb McReynolds. GAME: Avinger is accustomed to playoff action but missed last year. This year could be different with the return of first team all-district McReynolds back in the fold. DISTRICT 22-A-II LANEVILLE YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Brian Nichols. 201011: 26-7/8-0. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Isaiah Blanton; 6-1 Sr. Aaron Loftis; 6-4 Sr. Caleb Tipps; 5-10 Soph. Donta Harris. GAME: Laneville advanced to the regional final for the third consecutive year, this time against Roxton in an exciting 7268 contest. This program will always be competing for the right to go to Austin and this year should be no different with plenty of steady senior leadership on hand despite the loss of graduated district MVP Michael Anderson. Blanton was first team all-district and will lead the team. DOUGLASS INDIANS—Coach: Mark Leuschner (183-176). 2010-11: 25-8/8-2. NAMES: Jr. Reed Westbrook, 17 ppg.; Soph. Bryce Westbrook, 10 ppg.; Sr. Ty Marmon. GAME: Douglass advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Saltillo and in the process broke a five-year playoff drought. Indians return an experienced group with three starters and look to make a deeper playoff run. Reed Westbrook was first team all-district while Bryce Westbrook was on the second team. OAKWOOD PANTHERS—Coach: Ronnie Dunn (121-67). 2010-11: 8-18/4-5. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Bryson Randle, 8 ppg., 6 apg.; 6-2 Soph. Damiyne Durham, 27 ppg., 8 rpg., 3 apg., 5 spg., 2 bpg.; 6-0 Soph. Jacquez Anderson, 12 ppg., 10 rpg.; 6-5 Jr. Shaquille Robinson, 10 ppg., 12 rpg., 4 bpg.; 5-8 Soph. Dominique Johnson, 6 ppg., 5 spg. GAME: Oakwood advanced to bi-district against Bloomburg. Panthers were very young last year with little or no varsity experience. All five starters and all but one player return, including Dogwood Circle offensive player of the TexPreps Basketball | Page 74 year and district newcomer of the year Durham. Also watch for second teamers Anderson and Johnson. Coach Dunn moves over from coaching the girls’ team for a club with high expectations. NECHES TIGERS—Coach: Ben Lassiter. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Chris Ray; 5-9 Sr. Brandon Barrett, 17 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Daniel Velasquez; 5-10 Jr. Devin Kanetzky. GAME: Barrett was huge for the Tigers and was named second team all-Dogwood Circle and first team all-district. TRINIDAD TROJANS—Coach: John Trammell. NAMES: Jr. Zach Spencer. GAME: Trinidad missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Spencer was a second team all-district selection as a sophomore. LAIRD HILL LEVERETT’S CHAPEL LIONS—Coach: Matt Everett. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Rondrick Grant; 5-11 Jr. Jesse Harris; 5-9 Jr. Wes Pannell; 5-5 Jr. Clay White. GAME: Just how much roar do these Lions have in them this year and is it enough to be the king of the district jungle? DISTRICT 23-A-II MARTINSVILLE PIRATES—Coach: Lance Taylor. 2010-11: 25-5/8-2. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Austine Myles, 23 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Zach Garrett, 5 ppg., 3 apg.; 6-5 Sr. Michael Spencer, 8 ppg., 8 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Chayce Sparks, 10 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-0 Soph. Gary Spencer, 6 ppg., 3 spg. GAME: Martinsville advanced to bi-district against Burkeville. Pirates return several experienced players and if the team stays healthy could be poised for a deep playoff run. Myles is back following a district MVP season and is joined by newcomer of the year Gary Spencer. Help comes from first team all-district Michael Spencer and second teamer Garrett. WELLS PIRATES—Coach: Chad Collins Jr. 2010-11: 26-5/9-1. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Jordy James; 5-11 Sr. Robert Ford; 5-9 Sr. Billy Dyson; 6-0 Sr. Caleb Dove; 5-9 Jr. Logan Smith; 5-11 Jr. Jordan Sessions; 5-11 Sr. Arron McCallister; 6-0 Sr. Justin Dixon; 6-3 Jr. Collin Booth. GAME: Wells advanced to the area round against Douglass in a turnaround season that saw the team go from 1-11 in district to 9-1 in league play. The Pirates will again be one of the league’s best behind offensive MVP Ford, defensive MVP Dyson and first team all-district James. CHIRENO OWLS—Coach: Travis Marmon (34-31). 2010-11: 18-16/6-4. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. D’Ante Starling, 9 ppg., 4 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Hunter Fountain; 6-2 Jr. Chase Higginbotham, 13 ppg.; 6-2 Sr. Jason Menefee; 6-1 Soph. Brandon Alvis, 5 rpg. GAME: Chireno advanced to bi-district against Leggett. Owls will contend for a district title behind a guard-driven team. A tough schedule will help the team get ready for a difficult district. Chireno returns 75 percent of its scoring, and rebounding is the only question mark. Higginbotham and Starling were first team all-district as sophomores. Menefee is the only true post and is back after being injured last year. KENNARD TIGERS—Coach: Craig Deckard. NAMES: Jr. Kenyatta Benton; Sr. Xavier Simon; Jr. Trent Simon. GAME: Kennard missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The Tigers return some talent with first team all-district Benton and second teamers Trent and Xavier Simon. GROVETON CENTERVILLE BULLDOGS—Coach: Charles Ashworth. NAMES: Soph. Cody Brister. GAME: Brister enjoyed second team all-district recognition and was the only freshman named to either all-district roster. APPLE SPRINGS EAGLES—Coach: Finley Cartwright. GAME: The Eagles will have difficulty contending in a grueling district and must also deal with the loss of graduated all-district performers Zach Gillham and Casey Rhoden. DISTRICT 24-A-II LEGGETT PIRATES—Coach: Mike Sloan. 2010-11: 22-15/9-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Fernando Diosdado; 5-11 Jr. Jarvis Pittman; 5-10 Jr. Deonta Wyatt; Sr. Dominique Reynolds; Sr. Dean Fletcher; Sr. Garrett Johnson; 5-8 Jr. Joseph Criswell; Jr. Basil Haamid. GAME: Leggett advanced to the area round against Saltillo Austin Myles Martinsville Michael Spencer Martinsville and will again be amongst the best in this district. Watch for first team alldistrict Pittman to lead after a year in which he was the only sophomore on the first team roster. Wyatt chipped in with second team recognition. GOODRICH HORNETS—Coach: Lester King (711-326). 2010-11: 15-16/9-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Lavonte Brown, 13 ppg., 3.4 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Gary Randolph, 17 ppg., 4.6 apg.; 6-0 Sr. George Tucker, 11 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Hornets will look to make a deep run in the playoffs behind a team that will press and run. Look for strong defense to be a major calling card. BURKEVILLE MUSTANGS—Coach: Dustin Dziuk. 2010-11: 18-9/9-3. GAME: Burkeville advanced to the area round against Laneville but must replace a core of graduated all-district talent including Casey Erwin, Jeremy Robertson and Logan Bean. SPURGER PIRATES—Coach: Calobe Isaacs (75-27). 201011: 24-12/9-3. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Luke McLeod; 5-10 Jr. Colyn Walding; 6-1 Jr. Aaron Ford; 5-9 Jr. Brett Bussell; 5-11 Soph. Hunter Smith; 6-2 Sr. Christian Norsworthy. GAME: Spurger advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Laneville and returns a team strong on the junior class and one that must replace graduated district MVP George Whittaker. LA MARQUE SHEKINAH RADIANCE ACADEMY—Coach: Ryan Kopp. 2010-11: 10-12/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Christian Kelly; Sr. Josh Leggett; 6-2 Jr. Gabe Banks; 5-10 Jr. Matthew Lopez; 5-10 Sr. Jorge Guzman; 5-9 Jr. Ray Zavala; 6-3 Sr. Joshua Leggett; 5-10 Sr. Shannon Hardeman; 5-7 Sr. Kevin Smith; 5-10 Soph. Callen Delgado; 5-8 Soph. Trenton Ashton; 5-11 Soph. James Taylor; 5-11 Jr. Theodore Winston; 6-1 Soph. Shawn Quintanilla. GAME: Shekinah Radiance missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. This was a team without much experience last year that graduated only one senior. Kelly was named first team all-district while Leggett added second team honors. HIGH ISLAND CARDINALS—Coach: Michael Wagner. 201011: 5-20/2-10. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Justin Molen; 5-9 Sr. Tony Reed; 6-2 Sr. Matthew Petitt; 6-2 Soph. Dalton Demoss; 6-3 Sr. Tyler Redd. GAME: High Island welcomes Coach Wagner but must replace graduated all-district star David Demoss. CHESTER YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Eric Holton. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). GAME: Times have not been easy lately at Chester and this could be another grueling campaign for the Yellowjackets. DISTRICT 25-A-II HUCKABAY INDIANS—Coach: Dean Edwards (235-143). 2010-11: 24-9/8-2. NAMES: Jr. Mario Lopez; 5-8 Sr. Brady Dowell; 5-11 Jr. Marty Yates, 14 ppg., 8 rpg. GAME: Huckabay advanced to the regional semifinals against Waelder. Watch for the talents of Yates to come through after he was named first team all-district and to the TABC all-region team. Lopez picked up district defensive player of the year recognition while Dowell was also a first team all-district performer. LINGLEVILLE CARDINALS—Coach: Jance Morris (40-21). 2010-11: 24-7/7-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Nery Suarez, 21 ppg., 4 apg., 4 spg.; 6-2 Soph. Robert VanKranenburg, 16 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 spg.; 5-11 Soph. Ernesto Nava, 8 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Chris Carter, 7 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Tucker Click, 4 ppg., 2 spg. GAME: Lingleville advanced to bi-district against Gustine. Cardinals will rely heavily on a sophomore class with six expected to contribute heavily on the varsity. Offensive player of the year Suarez and district newcomer of the year VanKranenburg were TABC all-region. Carter and Nava added second team all-district honors. KOPPERL EAGLES—Coach: Dustin Glockzin. 2010-11: 267/9-1. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Hunter Griffin; 5-8 Jr. Dakota Frazier; 5-7 Sr. Austin Doyle; 5-11 Sr. Dillon Young; 6-3 Sr. Keith Lowery; 6-3 Jr. Jesus Malone. GAME: Kopperl advanced to the regional final against Waelder but is in need of replacing graduated district MVP Jesse Smith. Griffin was named first team all-district as a freshman while Malone and Lowery were on the second team. WALNUT SPRINGS HORNETS—Coach: Tim Trotter. 201011: 15-8/4-6. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Carlos Lerma; 5-9 Jr. Zane Trotter; 6-2 Sr. Ryan Engelhardt. GAME: Lerma returns following a second team all-district campaign to lead the Hornets. IREDELL DRAGONS—Coach: Don Coffell. 2010-11: 2-8 (district). NAMES: Sr. Ryan Wilson; Sr. Carlos Gonzalez; Sr. Manuel Vergara; Sr. Colby McDonald; Sr. Jake Wilson; Soph. Christian Najera; Sr. Chance Colbaugh; Jr. Chris McDonald; Soph. Wyatt Lentschke; Jr. Austin Griffin. GAME: The Dragons return plenty in the way of numbers as well as talent with first team all-district Ryan Wilson and second teamer Jake Wilson. MORGAN EAGLES—Coach: Daryle Humphrey. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). GAME: The Eagles hope they have not landed … in the cellar following last year’s 0-10 district debacle. DISTRICT 26-A-II GUSTINE TIGERS—Coach: Clint Miller. 2010-11: 21-8/10-2. NAME: 6-0 Sr. Lance Hopper, 6.9 ppg., 10.4 rpg., 3.8 apg.; 6-3 Sr. Jaron Prater, 14.8 ppg., 9.8 rpg., 3.7 apg. GAME: Gustine advanced to the area round against Zephyr, the school’s first playoff win in 14 years. Tigers are losing three seniors, but return six juniors. With the help of the returning players and the addition of two ball handlers off of the JV team, Gustine could potentially be very talented and make a run in the playoffs. Prater was first team Class A Division II all-Big Country. PRIDDY PIRATES—Coach: Curtis Hurst. 2010-11: 22-11. NAMES: Sr. Colton Seider; Jr. Landon Hood; Jr. Aaron Hurst; Jr. Andrew Naglieri; Jr. Logan Randolph; Jr. Ross Rhoades; Soph. Bryan Goodman; Soph. Jesse Gustavsson; Soph. Jordan Hopper; Soph. Samuel Sanchez. GAME: Priddy advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Huckabay. Expect the Pirates to once again be a district contender with a deep roster of talent. JONESBORO EAGLES—Coach: Eddie Gallegos. GAME: Jonesboro advanced to bi-district against Huckabay. CRANFILLS GAP LIONS—Coach: Kyle Doty. GAME: Cranfills Gap is expected to be one of the teams on the short list that has a shot at a playoff berth. OGLESBY TIGERS—Coach: Craig Tredway. GAME: Oglesby is likely pegged for a bottom tier finish in this league. EVANT ELKS—Coach: Nathan Kuehler. GAME: Long gone are the days of 7-footer John Flippen ruling at Evant and over the district. It could be a tough year for the Elks. STAR TIGERS—Coach: Gerry Robinson. NAMES: Sr. Colton Cider. GAME: Falling star? DISTRICT 27-A-II ZEPHYR BULLDOGS—Coach: Stanton Marwitz. 2010-11: 26-7. NAMES: Sr. Dakota Ellis; Sr. Greg Faubion. GAME: Zephyr advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Kopperl. Team must replace the production of graduated Haustin Simmons and will turn to honorable mention all-Big Country and first team all-district Ellis to fill the role. Help comes from fellow first teamer Faubion for a team expected to again vie for the district title. VALERA PANTHER CREEK PANTHERS—Coach: Doug Moore. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Kelton Powell; Jr. Austin Lewis; Matt Lowry; Jr. Ethan Morris; Sr. Devin Griffin; Sr. Jerod Romine. GAME: Panther Creek missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year but should be back in the hunt this year. Watch for newcomer of the year Lowry along with second team all-district Morris to lead the attack. SANTA ANNA MOUNTAINEERS—Coach: Jim Eubank. GAME: Santa Anna was not one of the playoff participants last year but should be this season with a talented roster returning. MULLIN BULLDOGS—Coach: Matthew Holder. DISTRICT 29-A-II Jose Acevedo Lometa Brandon Lilly Lometa Dylan Straley Lometa NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tim Tisdale; Sr. Jaleel Carter; Jr. Damont Chevalier; Soph. Joshua Mickelson; Sr. Timothy Mickelson; Soph. Cortez Smith; Soph. Jacob Mickelson; Soph. Travan Carter; Jr. Caleb Mickelson; Sr. Donterio Harris. GAME: Mullin should vie for a playoff berth behind first team all-district Chevalier. Bulldogs return all 10 players to the varsity roster. BLANKET TIGERS—Coach: Scott Edmondson. 2010-11: 237/12-2. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Joseph Meeks, 10 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-0 Soph. Tyler Martinez, 8 ppg., 3 spg. GAME: Blanket advanced to bi-district against Richland Springs. Tigers must replenish after losing all five starters and six seniors to graduation. Meeks was selected first team all-district. NOVICE HORNETS—Coach: Cameron Norris. 2010-11: 1312. NAMES: Jr. Tevin Starkey. GAME: Novice acted like they had been there in competing against Eden in bi-district. Starkey notched first team alldistrict recognition as a sophomore. BROOKESMITH MUSTANGS—Coach: Willie Schoen. GAME: The Mustangs will likely find themselves corralled in a tough district. DISTRICT 28-A-II EDEN BULLDOGS—Coach: Chris Short. 2010-11: 19-7/10-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Chase Churchwell; 5-7 Sr. Kris Magallen; Sr. Adrian Robles. GAME: Eden advanced to the area round against Kopperl. Robles was a first team all-district pick while Churchwell was on the second team. LOMETA HORNETS—Coach: Aaron Nuckles. 2010-11: 177/11-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Dylan Straley; 6-0 Sr. Brandon Lilly; 5-8 Jr. Jose Acevedo. GAME: Coach Nuckles takes over the reins for a program that reached the area round against Stephenville Huckabay. The starting backcourt returns but the frontcourt is young as the post positions will be filled with either sophomores or older players with no playing experience. Hornets will feature tough and rugged team defense and rebounding. Straley was first team all-district while Rivera was on the second team and Acevedo was honorable mention. RICHLAND SPRINGS COYOTES—Coach: Shawn Rogers. 2010-11: 14-5/9-3. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Tra Williams, 16.5 ppg., 6.9 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Denim Reeves; 6-0 Jr. Chance Bush; 6-4 Jr. Danny Tillery; Thomas Fowler; John Greenwood. GAME: Richland Springs advanced to the area round against Priddy. The team got a late start on its season last year due to football success and could be in the same situation this year. Williams was first team all-district while Bush was on the second unit. LOHN EAGLES—Coach: Leon Freeman. 2010-11: 8-15/3-9. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Corey Silva; 5-10 Jr. Jonathan Trevino; 5-8 Fr. Tyler Smith; 6-1 Fr. Bryce Short; 5-11 Soph. Eddie Stewart. GAME: The Eagles should be better with all starters returning combined with exceptional help from two freshmen and a sophomore who will become eligible the second semester. MENARD YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Cody Slaughter. NAMES: Jr. Jonathan Burgess. GAME: Burgess burst on the scene and was recognized as the district newcomer of the year. CHEROKEE INDIANS—Coach: Phillip Martin. NAMES: Jr. Stephen Austermann; Jr. Jordan Cooks. GAME: Watch for second team all-district star Austermann to continue surging. He was one of only two freshman in the district named to one of the all-district teams. ROCHELLE HORNETS—Coach: Landon Dyer. 2010-11: 4-17/1-11. NAMES: Sr. Payton Cody. GAME: Cody enjoyed a second team all-district season for a club struggling to move into the top half of this district. CALVERT TROJANS—Coach: Marcus Wortham. 2010-11: 17-4. NAMES: Sr. Marquis Nunn; Jr. Tyrone Huffman; Sr. Bobby Cyrus. GAME: Calvert advanced to the regional semifinals against Kopperl but must replace graduated district co-MVPs Blair Bunns and Jamarion Ramirez. As always, though, the Trojans will field a talented and athletic roster. Watch for newcomer of the year Huffman to shine with help from first team all-district Nunn and second teamer Cyrus, who will leave opponents feeling achy-breaky. FAYETTEVILLE LIONS—Coach: Jason Woodall. 2010-11: 1613/9-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Connor Bertsch; 5-10 Sr. Brandon Scully; 5-10 Sr. Trevor Malota; 5-7 Sr. Tyler Krebs; 5-8 Jr. Brett Rohde; Soph. Logan Stoelke. GAME: Fayetteville advanced to the area round against San Perlita. Malota and Bertsch knocked down first team all-district honors while Rohde and Stoelke were on the second team. DIME BOX LONGHORNS—Coach: Kenneth Herring. 201011: 19-10/7-4. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Devon Burns; 5-7 Jr. Christopher Christmas; 5-7 Sr. Quincy Clemons; 5-8 Jr. Patrick Clemons; 5-10 Jr. Andrew Knox; 5-10 Sr. Xavier Lee; 6-2 Sr. Marco Liscano; 6-0 Sr. Kyle Rivers; 5-5 Jr. Josh Trevino. GAME: Dime Box advanced to bi-district against Moulton. Rivers and Liscano enjoyed first team all-district accolades while Christmas decorated the second team. ROUND TOP-CARMINE CUBS—Coach: Blake Goehring. NAMES: Sr. Brock Marburger; Jr. Brian Bain; Sr. Ryder Robinson; Sr. Kirt Weyand. GAME: RT-C should be very competitive with the return of first team all-district Marburger, second teamers Bain and Robinson and honorable mention Weyand. NORTH ZULCH BULLDOGS—Coach: Wes Jones. NAMES: Sr. Cole Ballard; Jr. Kyle Coleman; Jr. Sean Van Cour. GAME: Ballard anchors this team after a second team alldistrict season. Help comes from honorable mention picks Van Cour and Henderson. BUCKHOLTS BADGERS—Coach: Dustin Collins. 2010-11: 12-10/4-5. NAMES: Soph. Kade Cowan; 5-8 Sr. Leo Cardona; 5-7 Sr. Alvin Trevino. GAME: Buckholts should see overall improvement with the return of first team all-district Cowan and honorable mention Cardona. RICHARDS PANTHERS—Coach: Mike Ray. 2010-11: 3-23/111. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Kyle Evans; 6-0 Jr. Dalton Lolley; 5-11 Jr. Jase Mast; 5-10 Jr. Andrew Brenner; 5-11 Jr. Joe Williams; 5-8 Soph. Miles Conner; 6-0 Soph. Trevor Johnson; 6-1 Fr. Dalton Scardino; 6-0 Fr. Travelle Lewis. GAME: Panthers will turn to a young leader in second team all-disrict Johnson, who received his award as a freshman. Also watch for honorable mention all-district Lolley. DISTRICT 30-A-II WAELDER WILDCATS—Coach: Jarvin Hall. 2010-11: 318/10-0. NAMES: Sr. Torrey Fields; Jr. Myron Williams; Soph. Deondrae Fields. GAME: Waelder always fields a program capable of sustaining a long playoff run, and last year the Wildcats ran and ran and ran all the way to Austin and a state semifinal contest against Paducah. There will be challenges this year, including replacing graduated district MVP Dontrai Houston. Waelder turns to some of its stocked talent in the cupboard including defensive player of the year Torrey Fields, first team all-district Williams and second team all-district Deondrae Fields. AUSTWELL-TIVOLI REDFISH—Coach: Eric Cortez. 2010-11: 26-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Garek Duenez; 5-9 Sr. Joseph Longoria; 5-7 Sr. Luis Bravo; Jr. Avery Camacho. GAME: Austwell-Tivoli advanced to bi-district against Fayetteville. Redfish are glad to welcome back to the pool offensive player of the year Duenez, first team all-district Camacho and second teamer Longoria. MOULTON BOBKATZ—Coach: Kevin Fishbeck. 2010-11: 19-12. NAMES: Jr. Matt Dornak; Sr. Jacob Novosad; Sr. Dillan Beyer; Soph. Bronson Zapata. TexPreps Basketball | Page 75 1A-II GAME: Moulton advanced to the area round against Knippa’s Rockcrushers. Bobkatz will be their dangerous selves behind newcomer of the year Dornak, first team all-district Novosad and second teamers Beyer and Zapata. NORDHEIM PIRATES—Coach: Carlton Williams. 2010-11: 6-18/2-8. NAMES: Sr. Ryan Villanueza; 5-7 Sr. Michael Doss; 5-7 Sr. Jacob Gonzalez; 5-6 Jr. Jonathon Pena; 6-0 Sr. Mitchell Saunders. GAME: Pirates are ready to pillage behind first team alldistrict Villanueva. RUNGE YELLOWJACKETS—Coach: Paul Mendoza. 2010-11: 10-18/4-6. NAMES: Jr. Corey Douglas; Jr. Rob Molina; Soph. Richard Ramirez; Sr. A.J. Mejia; Jr. Travis Perez. GAME: Look for second team all-district Douglas to provide the sting for the Yellowjackets. PRAIRIE LEA INDIANS—Coach: Todd Wall. 2010-11: 0-18/0-10. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Gavin Mendoza; 5-7 Soph. Mark Davenport; 5-0 Soph. Kaksyn Vest; 5-11 Jr. Leon Ivey; 6-1 Jr. Bo Barrington; 6-0 Jr. Josh Wewe. GAME: Indians graduated six seniors who will need to be replaced including all-district star Brandon Penny. DISTRICT 31-A-II LEAKEY EAGLES—Coach: Phil Aris. 2010-11: 19-12/8-2. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Tanner Pannell, 10 ppg., 11 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Drew Shackelford, 8 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Emilio Navarro, 5 ppg.; 6-1 Soph. Ty Pannell, 9 ppg., 10 rpg. GAME: Leakey advanced to the area round against Waelder. Eagles started a junior, three sophomores and a freshman last year, so this should be a pretty good team but will need to find a guard. Ty Pannell was newcomer of the year while Tanner Pannell was first team all-district. COMSTOCK PANTHERS—Coach: Ruben R. Ramon. 201011: 17-12/5-5. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Eddie Moreno, 11 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Asa Allen, 8 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Dawson Spencer, 4 ppg., 2 rpg. 3 spg.; 6-4 Jr. Kareem Salama; 6-2 Soph. Colby Sellers, 4 ppg., 6 rpg. GAME: Comstock advanced to bi-district against San Isidro. Panthers lost three starters but have plenty of experience returning. Speed and rebounding will be strengths and team will hang its hat on defense this season. Last year was Comstock’s first playoff berth in six years. UTOPIA BUFFALOES—Coach: Troy House. 2010-11: 8-19/46. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Zac Martinez; Sr. Justin McCaleb. GAME: Utopia is a team that also failed to make the postseason after doing so the previous year. McCaleb can help this team back towards greatness following a first team alldistrict season while Zac Martinez was on the second team. BARKSDALE NUECES CANYON PANTHERS—Coach: Ken Bailey. 2010-11: 2-22/1-9. NAMES: Jr. Logan Adair. GAME: All is not lost for Nueces Canyon, which returns second team all-district luminary Adair. KNIPPA ROCKCRUSHERS—Coach: Jack Brown (57-60). 2010-11: 22-9/9-1. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Matthew Smith; 5-9 Sr. Xavier Garza; 5-11 Jr. Mike Rodriguez; 5-10 Fr. Daniel Piles; 5-11 Soph. Juan Fuentes. GAME: Knippa’s Rockcrushers advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Calvert, but graduated all five starters. Team will be young and inexperienced but does possess some talent that should come together by the start of district. ROCKSPRINGS ANGORAS—Coach: Paul Meeks. 2010-11: 4-11/3-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Mundo Gonzales; 5-11 Jr. Mundo Perez; Sr. Phillip Palacio; Soph. David Splawn; Jr. Marcus Garcia. GAME: Rocksprings missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and now must find a replacement for graduated district offensive MVP Tommy Ruiz. DISTRICT 32-A-II SAN ISIDRO TIGERS—Coach: Rolando Garza. 2010-11: 303/8-2. GAME: San Isidro advanced to the area round against Calvert. SAN PERLITA TROJANS—Coach: Tom Wolfe (481-395). 2010-11: 28-8/9-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Andres Watson; 5-5 Sr. Ruben Flores; 6-4 Sr. Ethan Rabenaldt; 5-7 Sr. Oscar Pena; 5-8 Sr. Alejandro Orozco. GAME: San Perlita advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Waelder. Trojans should be very competitive in district and look to compete well in the playoffs once again. BRUNI BADGERS—Coach: Kurt Mann. GAME: Expect the Badgers to be amongst the playoff combatants in this district. TILDEN MCMULLEN COUNTY COWBOYS—Coach: Matt Oden. GAME: McMullen County advanced to bi-district against Leakey but must replace a minimum of six graduated seniors from the roster. LASARA LIONS—Coach: David Contreras. GAME: Lasara expects to fare better in the school’s second year of UIL play. CORPUS CHRISTI COLLEGE PREP HURRICANES—Coach: Joe Rocha. GAME: Hurricanes could find themselves out to sea this year in a difficult district setting. To order copies of this magazine online, visit us at www.texprepsbasketball.com TexPreps Basketball | Page 76 GIRLS RANKINGS IN THE STATE OF TEXAS Best of the Baker’s Dozen It has been called one of the most electrifying games at the UIL Girls State Basketball Tournament. It was turned in by Alexis Jones last year in Austin at the state championship game against Krystal Forthan and Georgetown High School. 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Broad St. Mansfield, Tx 76063 817-299-7593 TexPreps Basketball | Page 79 TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 5A GIRLS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Irving MacArthur—The smart money, heck, even the dumb money, knows to go with Alexis Jones and a title repeat. Galena Park North Shore—This is a very dangerous team that reached the regional final and is hungry for more. League City Clear Springs—Brooke McCarty was district MVP as a FRESHMAN. Imagine the next three years. DeSoto—District MVP Jordan Jones anchors a young team that is always long on talent and the ability to reach Austin. Duncanville—District MVP Empress Davenport is back to guide the Pantherettes and keep their winning tradition going. Alief Elsik—After a state tourney showing, Elsik is back with district co-MVPs Crystal Porter and Akunna Elonu and high hopes. Houston Cypress Falls—A tough regional semifinalist, Cy Falls just got tougher with Temple transfer Loryn Goodwin. Arlington Bowie—Coach Wanda Talton retired, but not her team as all 12 players return to a deep regional quarterfinalist. Spring Dekaney—Alexis Durley and teammates are poised for an extended playoff run after running unbeaten through district. Southlake Carroll—Four starters return to a club that reached the regional quarterfinals against Duncanville. GIRLS DISTRICT 1-5A EL PASO FRANKLIN COUGARS-Coach: Lauren O’Neill. 201011: 26-6/15-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Alex Rudder; 6-0 Sr. Carolina Castaneda; 5-4 Sr. Carisia Gutierrez; 5-1 Jr. Marissa Garcia; 5-4 Jr. Julie Ramirez; 5-9 Sr. Ruby Munoz. GAME: Franklin advanced to the area round against Arlington Bowie but will need to replace six seniors including district MVP Valerie Barriga. Castaneda and Gutierrez placed on the honorable mention all-district roster. EL PASO EASTWOOD TROOPERS-Coach: Endi Vargas (31289). 2010-11: 22-12/10-6. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Sara Guevara; 5-6 Jr. Lizette Heredia; 5-3 Jr. Desiree Cruz; 5-6 Jr. Tatyana Roberts; 5-8 Sr. Becky Sanchez; 5-10 Jr. Brenda Cichos. GAME: Eastwood missed the post-season after falling to El Paso Bel Air in a playoff tiebreaker game. Guevara returns following a first team all-district campaign. EL PASO AMERICAS TRAILBLAZERS-Coach: Paul Baca (15085). 2010-11: 15-16/10-6. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Rachel Chavez; 5-1 Sr. Vicky Lopez; 5-6 Sr. Paulean Gonzalez; 5-4 Jr. Maria Olivas. GAME: Americas advanced to bi-district against Amarillo. Chavez and Gonzalez return following honorable mention all-district seasons to spearhead the attack. EL PASO BEL AIR HIGHLANDERS--Coach: Clay Ward. 201011: 16-14/10-6. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Yessenia Casarez; 5-7 Jr. Gabriela Vega; 5-4 Jr. Jacinda Woodruff; 5-6 Sr. Bianca Holguin; 5-8 Sr. Jessica Hernandez. GAME: Bel Air advanced to bi-district against Lubbock Coronado and turned around a 4-12 district mark. The team knocked off El Paso Eastwood in a playoff tiebreaker win to make the post-season. Casarez was first team all-district and the leader of the team. EL PASO HANKS KNIGHTS-Coach: Patty Mullany. 2010-11: 13-16/7-9. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Chestina Bryant; 5-8 Jr. Britney Molina; 5-8 Sr. Alex Lopez; 5-3 Jr. Ciera Wong; 5-8 Jr. Breanna Fuller; 5-7 Sr. Darlene Perez; 5-6 Sr. Valerie Holguin; 5-5 Sr. Crystal Cuevas. GAME: Hanks will return a more experienced club as only four seniors graduated from a deep roster. Look for honorable mention all-district tab Bryant to lead the surge. EL PASO CORONADO THUNDERBIRDS-Coach: Chris Peden. 2010-11: 25-7/13-3. GAME: Coronado advanced to bi-district against Lubbock Monterey but will need to replace a quartet of voted alldistrict senior talent. EL PASO MONTWOOD RAMS-Coach: Steve Barrera. 201011: 11-19/5-11. NAMES: Jr. Alejandra Hernandez; Sr. Jazmine Villalba; Sr. Brenda Sanchez; Jr. Sarahi Castillo; Sr. Karen Orozco; Sr. Kassandra Duarte. GAME: Montwood will be facing an uphill battle after graduating all-district performers Ysenia Velasquez, Alexis Thornton and Diana Hernandez. EL PASO SOCORRO BULLDOGS--Coach: Romie Aragon. 2010-11: 4-22/1-15. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Isabel Chavez; 5-7 Sr. Alicia Solis; 5-6 Sr. Krystal Vargas. GAME: Chavez was dynamic in an honorable mention all- TexPreps Basketball | Page 80 district season for a club that struggled. EL PASO EL DORADO AZTECS--Coach: Monica RamirezMassey. 2010-11: 4-20/2-14. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Loghan Thomas; 5-2 Soph. Alex Garcia; 5-3 Soph. Caitlyn Campa; 5-4 Sr. Yvette Ortiz; 5-5 Sr. Kim Cordova; 5-9 Sr. Fenix Calderon. GAME: Roxanne Garcia was a bright spot for El Dorado last year in an honorable mention all-district season but, alas, has exhausted her eligibility. DISTRICT 2-5A LUBBOCK CORONADO MUSTANGS-Coach: Kriss Ethridge. 2010-11: 21-9/6-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Lauren Dudding, 14.2 ppg.; 5-11 Jr. Lizzy Dimba, 8.8 ppg., 5.3 rpg.; 5-5 Jr. Bailey Wipff. GAME: Coronado advanced to the regional quarterfinals against North Crowley. The Lady Mustangs will again be strong overall and will look to district MVP and AvalancheJournal all-South Plains player of the year Dudding to lead the way. Dimba and Wipff added all-district honors. LUBBOCK MONTEREY PLAINSMEN-Coach: Jill Schneider. 2010-11: 23-11/6-2. NAMES: 6-5 Sr. Kellyn Schneider, 13.8 ppg., 14.1 rpg.; Courtney Lawley. GAME: Monterey advanced to the area round against North Crowley. What is not to like about this team with the return of inside presence Schneider, who racked up a double-double average and swatted 193 shots while being named to the first team Avalanche-Journal all-South Plains roster. Help is at the ready with newcomer of the year Lawley. AMARILLO SANDIES-Coach: Jeff Williams. 2010-11: 23-11/6-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Krista Strange, 10.8 ppg., 8.3 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Alexius Dawn, 11.2 ppg.; Jr. Elizabeth McDaniel; Sr. Blair Gossett. GAME: Amarillo advanced to the area round against Midland and will again be dangerous with the return of Golden Spread Class 5A-4A performers Strange and Dawn. Both were also named first team all-district while Gossett was on the second team. AMARILLO TASCOSA REBELS--Coach: Jason Cooper. 201011: 10-17/2-6. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Mariah Jeffries; 5-8 Sr. Taunshea King. GAME: Tascosa advanced to bi-district against El Paso Franklin but will need to replace graduated all-district stars Kayla Turner and Sherrell Samuels. Coach Cooper is new at the helm but not a stranger to success after his years at Sudan. LUBBOCK HIGH WESTERNERS-Coach: Brad Blalock (42-62). 2010-11: 5-25/0-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Lisa Breivik; 5-4 Soph. Madison Tuazon; 5-10 Jr. Amanda Patillo; 5-8 Jr. August Thompson; 5-10 Jr. Janae Stokes; 5-10 Jr. Jessi Newman. GAME: Breivik is a solid building block for Lubbock after gaining Avalanche-Journal all-South Plains second team status. DISTRICT 3-5A MIDLAND BULLDOGS-Coach: Ron Berry (714-320). 2010-11: 32-5/12-0. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Megan Hoppel; 5-6 Jr. Rebecca Gallegos; 5-5 Jr. Meagan Martin; 6-0 Jr. Catarina Rendon; 5-5 Sr. Krystal Valdez; 5-8 Jr. Skeesha Bowers; 5-10 Sr. Sabrina Banks; 5-9 Sr. Meg Woodard; 5-6 Sr. Andrea Sadler. GAME: Midland will have a new coaching staff with Coach Berry coming in from Cisco. He inherits a dynamic team that advanced to the regional final against Irving MacArthur. Despite graduating district MVP Kelsey Hoppel, this team is again a league favorite behind the return of first team alldistrict Valdez and Banks along with honorable mention Bowers. SAN ANGELO CENTRAL BOBCATS-Coach: Jan Wakefield. 2010-11: 14-16/4-8. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Kassidy Lanford, 7 ppg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-11 Soph. Emily Hurst, 8 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Atiba Bethea, 7 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 apg., 3 spg. GAME: This team has the potential to be outstanding. A combination of five experienced lettermen with several strong underclassmen gives Central high expectations. Bethea was second team all-district. MIDLAND LEE REBELS-Coach: Rosalind Lawrence. 2010-11: 13-19/5-7. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Kortni Edwards; 5-3 Jr. Cindy Benavides; 5-9 Sr. Landry Johnson; 5-10 Soph. Jackie Rivas; 5-5 Soph. Jaylaan Lee. GAME: Lee advanced to bi-district against North Crowley. Team has its sights set on another return to post-season play and winning 20 games. Edwards, Benavides and Johnson were all second team all-district selections. ABILENE EAGLES-Coach: Brent Palmer. 2010-11: 10-18/6-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Corrynn Englerth; 5-1 Sr. Jessamyn Curtis; 5-9 Sr. Reagan Davis; 5-6 Sr. Kinzee Reeves; 5-10 Sr. Te’jara Mathis; 5-10 Sr. Chanell Evans; 5-10 Sr. Casey Smith; 5-8 Jr. Katelyn Goodman; 5-10 Jr. Lauren Williams. GAME: Abilene advanced to bi-district against Arlington Bowie. Englerth will lead a run that should again reach the post-season following an honorable mention all-Big Country and first team all-district year. Evans and Goodman added honorable mention recognition. ODESSA PERMIAN PANTHERS-Coach: Angie Braziel. 201011: 21-10/10-2. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Cheyenne Swoopes; Sr. April Williams; Sr. Tenesia Pointer; Sr. Shanna Taylor; Sr. Jamia Graham; Jr. Elizabeth Aguilar. GAME: Permian advanced to the area round against Lubbock Coronado and boasts the return of first team all-district Swoopes and Williams, second teamers Taylor, Graham and Pointer and honorable mention Aguilar. This will be a dangerous team. ODESSA BRONCHOS-Coach: Harry Masch. 2010-11: 1216/4-8. NAMES: Jr. LaTanya McMaryion; Jr. Carisha Williams; 5-6 Sr. Adriana Rivas; Soph. Alexandria Carpio; Soph. Azaria Miller; 5-10 Soph. Mikayla Ballou. GAME: Odessa has a budding young talent in district newcomer of the year Miller. She will get help from second team all-district McMaryion . ABILENE COOPER COUGARS-Coach: Kevin Long (182-179). 2010-11: 1-28/1-11. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Angela Snow; 5-6 Sr. Ashley Valerio; 5-8 Sr. Seandrah Wyland; 5-7 Sr. Tanesha Lewis; 5-6 Jr. Madison Daniels. GAME: Lady Coogs will be more experienced on the court than last year’s group. The seniors will put out a little bit more effort than the senior group before them. DISTRICT 4-5A ARLINGTON BOWIE VOLUNTEERS--Coach: Kelly Carruthers. 2010-11: 28-10/11-3. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Ashley Ferguson, 12 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-11 Sr. Delia Hopkins, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-7 Soph. Jazmine Holman, 4.5 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 2.3 apg., 2.9 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Khala Riley, 6.6 ppg., 3.7 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Ruby Robertson, 3.9 ppg., 2.1 rpg. GAME: Bowie advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Midland and brings in a new coaching staff for retiring legend Wanda Talton. All five starters and 12 varsity players return to a team that averaged 55 points and gave up 38.5 a game. Holman was co-newcomer of the year while Riley and Ferguson were first team all-district. Hopkins added second team honors for a team that should not miss a beat. ARLINGTON LAMAR VIKINGS--Coach: Errin Levels. 2010-11: 24-11/10-4. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Brooke Grant, 11.1 ppg., 8.9 rpg., 5.3 apg., 2.7 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Janay Keys, 10.8 ppg., 11.8 rpg., 1.4 apg., 1.9 bpg.; 5-8 Sr. Elizabeth Spence, 8.2 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Jasmine Dubose, 7.3 ppg., 3.7 spg. GAME: Lamar advanced to bi-district against Odessa Permian and will have district title aspirations behind first team all-district Grant and co-newcomer of the year Keys. Spence and Dubose placed on the second team to give Lamar a deep and talented club. NORTH CROWLEY PANTHERS--Coach: Stephani Gray. 201011: 35-3/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Chelsea Jennings, 18 ppg.; 5-10 Sr. Kiara Davis; 5-1 Jr. Brianna Holmes; 5-9 Sr. Rachel Garrett; 5-10 Sr. Ashley Woodard; 5-9 Sr. Courtney Hutcherson; 5-11 Soph. Corbin Holmes; 5-7 Jr. Jaurnae Moss. GAME: North Crowley advanced to the regional semifinals against Irving MacArthur but graduated district MVP Natalie Ventress. This will nonetheless again be a team to reckon with out of Region 1 with the return of district offensive player of the year and second team Star-Telegram Super Team roster Jennings. Davis and Holmes picked up first team all-district honors and are definite weapons on both ends of the court. ARLINGTON MARTIN WARRIORS--Coach: Brooke Brittain. 2010-11: 20-9/9-5. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Alex Reese; 5-4 Jr. Bethany Gonzalez; 5-2 Jr. Amanda Barnes; 5-7 Sr. Neill Kim; 5-10 Sr. Nakachi Maduka; 5-8 Jr. Sarah Bricker; 5-7 Sr. Dominique Ladilik; 5-11 Sr. Destynee Hives-McCray. GAME: Martin advanced to bi-district against Midland. Barnes will keep this team in the playoff mix after a first team all-district campaign. ARLINGTON COLTS--Coach: B.J. Kiser-Lucy. 2010-11: 5-18/410. NAMES: Soph. Georgia Beatty. GAME: Arlington boasts an outstanding young talent in second team all-district Beatty, the only freshman named to any of the all-district rosters. ARLINGTON SAM HOUSTON TEXANS--Coach: Tiffany Barlow. 2010-11: 14-15/5-9. GAME: Sam Houston must replace graduated all-district performers Jade Butcher and Manuwella Luke. WEATHERFORD KANGAROOS-Coach: Darryn Shearmire. 2010-11: 3-24/3-11. NAMES: Sr. Shelby Peoples; Sr. Remi Reynolds. GAME: Coach Shearmire arrives from coaching the Grapevine boys and welcomes back all-Parker County newcomer of the year and second team all-district Peoples and honorable mention Reynolds. FORT WORTH PASCHAL PANTHERS-Coach: David Mishler. 2010-11: 3-28/0-14. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Emma Brooks; 5-9 Sr. Rebecca Havis; 5-9 Jr. Emily Rios; 5-9 Jr. Maurie Pilcher; 5-10 Sr. Victoria Merritt; 5-6 Jr. Olivia Gensheimer; 5-5 Soph. Amanda Fees; 5-4 Jr. Maddie Alonso; 5-8 Soph. Maddi Jo Duvall. GAME: This is a tough district to compete in, but compete Paschal will behind honorable mention all-district Brooks. DISTRICT 5-5A DUNCANVILLE PANTHERETTES-Coach: Cathy Self-Morgan (842-191). 2010-11: 31-7/14-0. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Morgan Bolton; 5-9 Sr. Empress Davenport, 10.2 ppg.; 5-10 Jr. Kiara Perry; 5-10 Soph. Ariel Atkins; 5-6 Soph. Tasia Foman; 5-6 Sr. Alisha Spearman. GAME: Duncanville advanced to the regional semifinals against Midland and comes back with plenty of talent for another extended playoff journey. Davenport was district MVP and will only continue getting better. Bolton added district defensive player of the year honors while Perry was second team all-district. The Pantherettes graduated a trio of first team all-district talents, but this team will be more than ca- Ayriel Anderson Irving MacArthur Alexis Jones Irving MacArthur Khoria Newman Irving MacArthur pable of being just as good. CEDAR HILL LONGHORNS--Coach: Andrea Robinson. 201011: 23-10/11-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Alecia Smith; 5-7 Jr. Candice Adams; 5-11 Jr. Labrittney Jones; 6-3 Jr. Jada Terry; 5-5 Sr. Courtni Gibson; 5-6 Jr. Kendra Howard; 5-6 Jr. Tyra Hill; 5-9 Sr. Angelica White; 5-8 Jr. Ashley Love. GAME: Cedar Hill advanced to the area round against Plano West. Co-offensive player of the year Smith can play at another gear and will lead the club along with first team alldistrict talents Terry (a University of Texas commit) and Jones and second teamer Gibson. MANSFIELD TIMBERVIEW WOLVES-Coach: Candi Harvey. 2010-11: 24-11/11-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Jaylan Hines, 9 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Terriell Bradley, 13 ppg.; 5-7 Jr. Lili Thompson, 15 ppg. GAME: Timberview advanced to bi-district against Colleyville Heritage. This was a very young team that started two and sometimes three freshmen in an incredibly competitive district. Timberview gained invaluable experience and if the club can stay away from the injury bug could have an opportunity for a longer playoff run. Bradley was newcomer of the year while Thompson grabbed first team all-district honors and Hines was on the second team. MANSFIELD TIGERS-Coach: Natasha Stewart (164-132). 2010-11: 17-19/8-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Keyra-Sue Johnson, 15.5 ppg., 1 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Yvonne Maosa, 7.3 ppg., 8.6 rpg., 1 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Delana Lopez, 6.3 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 1 bpg., 2 spg. GAME: Mansfield advanced to bi-district against Irving MacArthur. Lady Tigers return four starters and 11 of 12 players. The leadership, experience and depth should be key ingredients to allow the team to contend for a district title and a spot in the playoffs for the sixth consecutive year. Johnson was co-offensive player of the year while Lopez was second team all-district. SOUTH GRAND PRAIRIE WARRIORS-Coach: Dawn MaillouxSmith. 2010-11: 7-24/2-12. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Jordan Williams; 5-4 Sr. Loryn Darthard; 6-0 Jr. Halla Congress; 5-6 Jr. Samantha Munoz; 5-4 Jr. Marilyn Goss; 5-10 Soph. Jasmine Sasser. GAME: South Grand Prairie missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Goss was a hoss in corralling second team all-district recognition. MANSFIELD LEGACY BRONCOS—Coach: Amy Tennison. 2010-11: 16-14/7-7. NAMES: Jr. Taryn Johnson. GAME: Legacy will turn to second team all-district Johnson to lead a young squad. MIDLOTHIAN PANTHERS-Coach: Brooke Walthall. 2010-11: 6-23/2-12. GAME: Midlothian must replace two-time all-district and graduated talent Hannah Miller. GRAND PRAIRIE GOPHERS-Coach: Jill Davis. 2010-11: 7-19/2-12. GAME: Grand Prairie will have its hands full in trying to move up in one of the toughest leagues in the state. The process is made tougher by the graduation of all-district sensation Charlotte Nolan. DISTRICT 6-5A IRVING MACARTHUR CARDINALS-Coach: Suzie Oelschlegel (617-311). 2010-11: 37-2/16-0. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Alexis Jones, 23.5 ppg., 9 rpg., 7 apg., 5 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Khoria Newman, 8 ppg., 4.5 rpg., 2 apg., 1.5 spg.; 5-3 Sr. Ayriel Anderson, 11 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 3 apg., 2.1 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Cierra Robinson, 4 ppg., 4.5 rpg. GAME: Many are calling it one of the breath-taking performances in UIL State Basketball Tournament history as then-junior Jones wowed the Erwin Center crowd in leading MacArthur to a Class 5A state championship that the team fully expects to defend. Lady Cardinals return four starters and boast plenty of experience, good shooters, quickness, defense and tradition. In other words, it’s going to be extremely difficult for anyone to usurp MacArthur, although a long list of Class 5A talent is ready for the chance. Jones is featured as the Tex Preps Basketball cover senior and the returning district MVP. Newman was named defensive player of the year while Anderson was first team all-district and Robinson placed on the second team. COLLEYVILLE HERITAGE PANTHERSCierra Robinson Irving MacArthur Coach: Dianna Sager (238-172). 2010-11: 23-12/14-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Heidi Schneider; 5-10 Jr. Emily Besserer; 6-1 Jr. Caroline Gonzalez. GAME: Heritage advanced to the area round against Southlake Carroll. It will be tough replacing one of the state’s best talents in graduated and Texas A&M bound Alexia Standish, but Coach Sager expects to find a way in the face of massive graduations that saw eight of the 11 varsity players move on. HURST L.D. BELL BLUE RAIDERS-Coach: Brock Pembleton. 2010-11: 17-14/8-8. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. MaKenna Pembleton, 7 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Cierra Johnson, 7.6 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-10 Soph. Sheridan Pilcher; 5-9 Soph. Maggie Lockwood; 5-8 Sr. Taylor Fielder. GAME: This year’s team will be looking to build off of last year’s successful season by getting into the playoffs with yet another young team. The Lady Raiders will only have one senior with considerable varsity experience in Fielder. Team returns five freshmen, one sophomore and two seniors from last year and will be adding four or five players from a JV that lost only three games last year. Johnson was voted first team all-district as just a freshman and also nabbed newcomer of the year honors. Pembleton was second team all-district. GRAPEVINE MUSTANGS--Coach: Steve Ganninger (82-53). 2010-11: 19-12/11-5. NAMES: Sr. Lauren Cortez; Jr. Megan Rosewell; Sr. Madison Bass; Jr. Madyson Broussard; Sr. Juliana Pineider; Sr. MacKenzie Rosenjack; Sr. Taylor Jenkins. GAME: Grapevine advanced to bi-district against Cedar Hill but graduated a total of five all-district seniors. EULESS TRINITY TROJANS-Coach: Sue Cannon (983-296). 2010-11: 25-9/11-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tori Henderson, 13.1 ppg., 5.8 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Piyusha Boteju, 4.1 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Chelsea Seifert. GAME: Trinity advanced to bi-district against Duncanville. Coach Cannon sits just 17 wins shy of hitting the 1,000 career win mark and will be fielding a team in rebuild mode after graduating eight seniors including four starters who all signed college scholarships. Henderson is a tremendous talent and was named first team all-district while Boteju was honorable mention. RICHLAND REBELS-Coach: Kate Goldberg. 2010-11: 14-18/610. NAMES: Soph. Sydney Brock. GAME: Brock is a young building block after taking first team all-district honors. IRVING NIMITZ VIKINGS--Coach: Nikki Heath (225-92). 2010-11: 10-19/3-13. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Bria Jackson; Jr. Selena Robles; Sr. Abi Alonso; Sr. Alysia Price; Sr. Nicole Adams. GAME: This is a young team with some legit talent. Watch for second team all-district Price and Jackson to lead the way. HALTOM BUFFALOS--Coach: Mandy Rogers. 2010-11: 5-24/3-13. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Destiny Britton; 5-5 Sr. Chafelmer Mumba; 5-7 Sr. Khadijjah Herbin; 5-9 Sr. Alex Armstrong. GAME: Haltom missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Herbin was selected second team all-district while Britton placed on the honorable mention roster. IRVING TIGERS--Coach: Tarenthia Clemons. 2010-11: 2-21/0-16. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Laura Gonzalez; 6-0 Jr. Morgan Wright; 5-6 Jr. O’Sheana Davis; 5-11 Sr. Deborah Miller. GAME: Wright capped off an outstanding sophomore season by being named honorable mention all-district. DISTRICT 7-5A SOUTHLAKE CARROLL DRAGONS-Coach: Teri Morrison (512-224). 2010-11: 29-7/13-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Sierra Maykus; 5-10 Sr. Kayla Reinhart; 6-0 Sr. Janelle Jenkins; 5-6 Jr. Kami Mickens; 5-6 Sr. Caitlin Barrett. GAME: Carroll advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Duncanville. Team returns four starters and will have athleticism, quickness, experience and great shooting. Carroll led the area in defensive stats last season and with the defensive and offensive combination they should be fully loaded for TexPreps Basketball | Page 81 5A a great run this year. Reinhart was district offensive player of the year and TABC all-region, while Maykus and Jenkins were first team all-district and Mickens and Barrett were on the second team. KELLER INDIANS--Coach: Doug Sporrer (50-50). 2010-11: 23-11/11-3. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Lindsey Miner, 13.2 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Taylor Vincent, 14.5 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Cate Scott, 8 ppg.; 5-6 Sr. Morgan McGinnis, 3.5 spg. GAME: Keller advanced to bi-district against Lewisville. Lady Indians should challenge for the district title with six seniors and two juniors returning. Miner was district co-MVP and second team on the Star-Telegram Super Team list. Vincent added first team all-district status while McGinnis and Scott were on the second team. SAGINAW ROUGH RIDERS-Coach: Marty Garcia. 2010-11: 19-15/9-5. NAMES: Sr. Gionna Jackson; Jr. Kelsie Candey; Jr. Kynedi Nalls; Jr. Kelli Massey; Sr. Destinee Robinson; Jr. Iyanna Brookins; Soph. Rachel Hills; Sr. Michelle Rocker. GAME: Saginaw advanced to bi-district against PlanoWest in its first year in Class 5A and graduated only one senior. The team is built for another playoff run behind sensational co-offensive player of the year and second team all-district picks Candey and Nalls. COPPELL COWBOYS--Coach: Nicole Collins. 2010-11: 227/10-4. NAMES: Sr. Taylor Celestine; Sr. Whitney Picket. GAME: Coppell advanced to bi-district against Plano East but most overcome the loss of several graduated talents including Dan Kim, Reem Moussa and Stephanie Obialio. JUSTIN NORTHWEST TEXANS-Coach: Arnold W. Parker. 2010-11: 11-20/4-10. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Sarah Moss, 7.3 ppg., 4 apg., 2.6 spg. GAME: This will be a young and inexperienced team but one with a good work ethic. Moss was named second team alldistrict. (Carroll, Keller, Coppell, Saginaw, Guyer, Fossil Ridge, Keller Central) KELLER FOSSIL RIDGE PANTHERS-Coach: Stacy Henson. 2010-11: 19-16/5-9. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Nia Jackson; 5-8 Jr. Jasmine Hart. GAME: Fossil Ridge missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and must replace graduated all-district performers Maggie Scribner and Ashley Pickering. DENTON GUYER WILDCATS-Coach: Harold Colson. 2010-11: 8-25/2-12. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Jasmine Leday; 5-6 Sr. Kortney Kuhl; 5-9 Sr. Renee Washington; 5-6 Sr. Brittany Kuhl; 5-9 Jr. Tierney Peters; 5-10 Jr. Sylvia Nwiba; 5-10 Sr. Casey Lee; 6-2 Sr. Tarayn McMillan. GAME: Guyer missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. KELLER CENTRAL CHARGERS-Coach: Mitchell R. Davis. 201011: 7-19/2-12. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Brittany Holbert; 5-7 Sr. Hanna Selzer. GAME: Central will work hard every night but will have a tough time climbing too far in this unforgiving district. and Warren. LEWISVILLE FIGHTING FARMERS--Coach: Charlotte Jones. 2010-11: 26-10/10-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Aubree Butts; 5-9 Jr. Jada Butts; 5-6 Sr. Makayla Roberson; 5-8 Soph. Monisha Neal; 5-9 Jr. Jasmine Johnson; 5-8 Soph. Monesha Neal; 5-7 Sr. Kristin Winnier; 5-10 Sr. Prakiya Moore; Jasmine Adams Dallas Sunset 6-1 Sr. Maggie Simpson. GAME: Lewisville advanced to the area round against Irving MacArthur and should again find the post-season in range. Watch for defensive MVP Aubree Butts, first team all-district Jada Butts, second team all-district Roberson and honorable mention Neal. FLOWER MOUND MARCUS MARAUDERS-Coach: Fred Jones. 2010-11: 17-17/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Shannon Malone; Soph. Vanessa Jones; Soph. Ashley James; Sr. Kaitlin Cantrell; Jr. Sierra Bone. GAME: Coach Jones inherits a team that is young with tremendous upside after advancing to bi-district against Southlake Carroll. There is solid post play with Malone and Cantrell. Jones can score anywhere on the court. A strong nucleus of guards will also contribute. Malone was first team all-district while James was on the second team. Jones was tabbed newcomer of the year and Cantrell and Bone were honorable mention all-district. FLOWER MOUND JAGUARS-Coach: Sherika Nelson (75-60). 2010-11: 13-18/4-10. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Nicole Smallwood, 11 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-5 Jr. Ashley Deary, 12 ppg., 4 rpg., 5 apg., 4 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Mackenzie Creighton, 3 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Brittany Clarke, 5 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 bpg. GAME: Flower Mound will be quick and more experienced this year with nine returning varsity players. Team looks to play uptempo and get plenty of shots off. Deary was first team all-district while Smallwood was on the second team. PLANO WILDCATS-Coach: Lynn Meger. 2010-11: 13-15/6-8. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Haley Wray; 6-0 Jr. Grace Mitchell; 5-10 Sr. Stephanie Afunugo; 5-5 Jr. Briana Havis; 6-0 Sr. Kylie Harper; 5-6 Jr. Nicole Alcaraz; 5-7 Jr. Binna Kim; 5-10 Jr. Wilma Afunugo; 6-0 Sr. Kylie Harper. GAME: Plano missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and will need to continue improving its play to return to the post-season. Look for second team all-district Stephanie Afunugo to have a big impact. ALLEN EAGLES--Coach: Sean Weibling. 2010-11: 9-21/2-12. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Tia Frazier; 5-5 Sr. April Kindle; 5-4 Soph. Anna Horowitz; 5-10 Soph. Erika May. GAME: This talented but young group must step up quickly and adjust to the 5A level of competition. Frazier enjoyed honorable mention all-district recognition. LEWISVILLE HEBRON HAWKS-Coach: Roger Goldsmith (552349). 2010-11: 8-25/1-13. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Alyneisha Bowie; 5-7 Sr. Emenderlyn Iwuji; Jr. Rayvon Christian; 5-6 Sr. Morgan Membreno. GAME: Hebron will fight each and every game and seeks continual improvement. Watch for honorable mention Christian and Iwuji to surface as the leaders. DISTRICT 8-5A DISTRICT 9-5A PLANO EAST PANTHERS--Coach: LaGwenna Mingilton. 2010-11: 28-7/12-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jordan Goforth, 13.5 ppg., 6 rpg., 2.3 apg., 2.4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Paris Bridges, 10.8 ppg., 6.5 rpg., 1 apg., 1.7 spg.; 5-8 Jr. Jasmine Caston, 11 ppg., 4.6 rpg., 2.5 apg., 2.9 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Celina Eddins, 5.6 ppg., 2.8 rpg., 2 bpg., 1.1 spg.; 6-2 Sr. Tatiyana Smith. GAME: Plano East advanced to the area round against Duncanville despite playing a primarily underclass group of players. This year could be more successful with a lot of maturity coming back and good shooters. The posts will need to be more physical than before. Caston and Goforth were first team all-district picks while Bridges was on the second team and Eddins was honorable mention. PLANO WEST WOLVES-Coach: Don Patterson (600-286). 2010-11: 28-7/13-1. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Kiran Lakhian, 8.5 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 2.5 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Paige Womack, 8.1 ppg., 2.1 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Devri Owens, 6.5 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 1.5 apg.; 5-9 Soph. Tyara Warren, 6.8 ppg., 3.5 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Randi Reinhardt, 4.5 ppg., 4.2 rpg. GAME: Plano West advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Irving MacArthur. A good core returns to play an uptempo game and go 10 to 12 deep. Shooting should be a strength while a lack of height is a challenge. Womack was sixth man of the year while Lakhian was first team all-district. Also watch for honorable mention selections Reinhardt TexPreps Basketball | Page 82 DALLAS SKYLINE RAIDERS-Coach: Cassandra McCurdy (507235). 2010-11: 27-6/12-0. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Stabresa McDaniel, 9.5 ppg., 5.9 rpg., 1.5 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Marina Lilly, 5.5 ppg., 7.5 rpg., 1.7 spg., 1 bpg.; 5-6 Sr. DesTynee Jones, 2 ppg., 1.4 rpg., 2 apg., 1 spg. GAME: Skyline advanced to the regional quarterfinals against DeSoto. Lady Raiders took a big hit in graduation with district MVP Krystal Barrett and others and will be exceptionally young. Team may take some early knocks but expects to be very competitive as the season progresses. McDaniel was second team all-district while Lilly was honorable mention. RICHARDSON EAGLES-Coach: Lauren Shoush (21-11). 201011: 21-11/10-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Farrin Bell, 19.4 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-6 Soph. Shaylan Coleman, 5.1 ppg., 2 spg. GAME: Richardson advanced to the area round against Killeen Ellison. This is a very athletic team that likes to run in transition and play scrappy defense. Bell was named district offensive player of the year while Coleman was newcomer of the year. RICHARDSON BERKNER RAMS--Coach: Crystal Kemp. 201011: 21-9/8-4. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Deziree Thomas; 5-6 Soph. Jaileen Thomas; 5-3 Jr. Rachel Green; 5-4 Sr. Laraea Hood; 5-10 Jr. Tiaria Kristella Mendez Dallas Sunset Shan Sellers Dallas Sunset Chakesha Smith Dallas Sunset Richardson; 5-4 Sr. Carlicia Guidry; 5-10 Sr. A’Lisha Williams; 5-6 Sr. Kytiana Seals; 5-9 Sr. Margaret Acres; 5-9 Sr. Monica Madwa. GAME: Berkner advanced to the area round against DeSoto. Green was the league’s defensive player of the year as a sophomore while Jaileen Thomas was first team all-district as a freshman for this talented and young team. Help comes from second team all-district Deziree Thomas and honorable mention all-district Seals. RICHARDSON LAKE HIGHLANDS WILDCATS-Coach: Holly Mulligan. 2010-11: 16-15/5-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Harlie Greer; 5-7 Sr. Mary Potter; 5-5 Jr. Shaletha Mayberry; 5-9 Jr. Joy Okeke; 5-8 Soph. Kaylee Kaigler; 5-6 Sr. Domanic Harris; 5-9 Jr. Ka’nicia Thomas. GAME: Lake Highlands advanced to bi-district against Garland. Team graduated some mainstays but welcomes back honorable mention all-district Okeke. DALLAS SUNSET BISON--Coach: Rodney Gardner. 2010-11: 13-13/4-8. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Shan Sellers, 16 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Kristella Mendez, 14 ppg., 4 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Jasmine Adams, 10 ppg., 10 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-10 Sr. Chakesha Smith. GAME: Sunset returns four starters, including first team alldistrict Mendez and second team performer Sellers. Mendez was voted first team all-district while Sellers was on the second team and Adams was honorable mention. DALLAS W.T. WHITE LONGHORNS--Coach: Ira Wilson. 201011: 8-19/1-11. NAMES: Sr. LaTisha Herne; 5-7 Sr. Kourtneye Golston; 5-4 Sr. Bridget Campbell; 5-4 Jr. Yanairy Servin; 5-0 Sr. Loumontasha Handy; 5-6 Sr. Lisa Sage; 5-5 Sr. Jenny Passmore; 5-7 Jr. Emily Briggs. GAME: White struggled last year, especially in district, and this year will call on first teamall-district Herne, second teamer Handy and honorable mention Passmore. DALLAS SAMUELL SPARTANS-Coach: Abron Young. 2010-11: 10-16/2-10. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Amber Warren; 5-7 Sr. Chelsea Griggs; 5-3 Jr. Vishonda Sims; 5-7 Sr. Quantezia Andrews; 5-7 Jr. Curtesha Jenkins. GAME: Samuell missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Warren was solid in a first team all-district season while Sims was on the second team. DISTRICT 10-5A GARLAND OWLS--Coach: Pam Owens. 2010-11: 26-7/12-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Gabrielle Wilkins; 6-1 Sr. Kynadi Johnson; 5-10 Jr. Brianna Robinson; 5-9 Sr. Monique White. GAME: Garland advanced to the area round against Killeen Harker Heights. Wilkins will lead this district favorite after being named the district MVP. Help comes from second team all-district White. GARLAND NAAMAN FOREST RANGERS-Coach: Derik Short (109-62). 2010-11: 14-17/8-6. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Morgan Holly; 5-4 Sr. Janine Castro; 5-2 Sr. Chloe Lee; 5-6 Sr. Bridget Robinson; Soph. Micayla Buckner; Sr. Alexis Seales. GAME: Naaman Forest advanced to bi-district against Dallas Skyline. Holly received the district defensive MVP award and will be tenacious. Also watch for first team all-district Buckner and second teamer Seales. SOUTH GARLAND COLONELS--Coach: Tiffanie BlackmonJones. 2010-11: 17-12/9-5. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Adelya Howard; 5-0 Sr. Chanel Clark; 5-2 Sr. Adonis Sellers; 5-2 Sr. Adora Sellers; 5-5 Soph. Alexis Hill; 5-7 Sr. Sapora Richard; 5-8 Sr. Jalarrica Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Alesha Smith. GAME: South Garland advanced to bi-district against Richardson and will be very talented for this year as well. Watch for newcomer of the year Hill and second team all-district Howard to set the tone. MCKINNEY BOYD BRONCOS--Coach: Bretagne Galbreath. 2010-11: 22-15/10-3. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Julia Hendrieth; 5-9 Jr. Rochelle Vasquez; 5-8 Sr. Lydia Livaich; 5-6 Sr. Seanna Arredondo; 5-5 Jr. Charmaine Celestine; 5-8 Soph. Haley Carruthers; 5-7 Sr. Symone Hawthorne; 5-11 Jr. Micaela Gonzalez; 5-10 Sr. Bri Clayton. GAME: Boyd advanced to bi-district against Richardson Berkner and believes its prospects are good for another playoff run. Vasquez was second team all-district while Hendrieth placed on the honorable mention squad. SACHSE MUSTANGS--Coach: Donna McCullough. 2010-11: 15-15/5-9. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Michele Maxwell; 5-6 Jr. Monica Dorsey; 5-7 Sr. Candice Followwell; 6-2 Sr. Acheil Tac; 5-11 Jr. Michelle Chukwujekwu; 5-11 Sr. Ivie Oghakpor; 5-8 Sr. Jasmine Langston; Soph. Lorian Benjamin. GAME: Sachse missed out on the post-season parade after going the previous year. Tac was selected to the first team all-district roster while Followwell was second team and Dorsey and Benjamin were honorable mention. GARLAND LAKEVIEW PATRIOTS-Coach: Carlesa Dixon. 201011: 8-22/3-11. NAMES: Jr. Brianna Mahoe; Sr. Liz Herrera; Sr. Stevie Bradley. GAME: Lakeview missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and looks to be improved for this season. Watch for first team all-district Mahoe to lead after being the only sophomore named to the first team roster. Help arrives from second team all-district Bradley and honorable mention Herrera. ROWLETT EAGLES--Coach: Ricky Roland (39-50). 2010-11: 13-15/5-8. NAMES: 5-2 Soph. Lydia Williams; 5-8 Jr. Nikki Morton; 5-7 Soph. Courtney Fine; 5-6 Sr. Tracee Williams; 5-6 Jr. Dominique Oliver; 5-6 Soph. Taylor Dupuy; 5-4 Sr. Jkeyvia Hurd; 5-8 Soph. Ayanna Hayslett. GAME: Oliver placed on the second team all-district list and is one of the team’s young leaders. NORTH GARLAND RAIDERS--Coach: Chris Johnson. 201011: 2-24/0-13. GAME: Team must replace all-district senior Kiara Blair and then look to move up in the standings. DISTRICT 11-5A DESOTO EAGLES-Coach: Larry Goad (666-319). 2010-11: 325/10-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Jordan Jones, 14.4 ppg., 5.4 apg., 3.5 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Bryce Owens, 8.8 ppg., 3.2 apg., 2.9 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Summer Cole, 2.4 ppg., 3.3 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Adrienne Lewis; 6-0 Jr. Camesha Davis. GAME: DeSoto advanced to the regional semifinals against Pflugerville. There is a solid nucleus to build with and a tremendous backcourt duo in returning district MVP Jones and first team all-district Owens. The young players will have to develop by Christmas to continue the program’s storied winning tradition. TYLER LEE RED RAIDERS-Coach: Lloyd Mahaffey. 2010-11: 24-9/7-3. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Bre Brooks, 15.5 ppg., 4.6 apg.; 5-11 Jr. Ciara Johnson, 17.5 ppg., 10 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Stacey Malone, 10 ppg., 10 rpg. GAME: Lee advanced to bi-district against Killeen Harker Heights. Coach Mahaffey was promoted from varsity assistant and oversees a team that returns all but two starters from last year. Strong leadership is expected from the upperclassmen. Strengths include post play and presenting a three-point threat. Some of the younger players need to step up and fill some critical roles. Johnson was co-offensive player of the year while Brooks and Malone were first team all-district. MESQUITE SKEETERS-Coach: Jan Newland. 2010-11: 1216/4-6. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Cemetra Jenkins; 5-9 Sr. Herschel Lewis; 5-8 Sr. Michele Espinoza; 5-9 Sr. Dyamond Grays; Viershanie Latham; Jr. Ajsia Smith. GAME: Mesquite missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Things are again on the upswing behind conewcomer of the year Latham, first team all-district Jenkins, second teamer Espinoza and honorable mention Smith. MESQUITE HORN JAGUARS--Coach: LeeAnn Stephenson. 2010-11: 17-16/5-5. NAMES: Soph. Lauren Bradshaw; Sr. Nelsha Peterson; Soph. Alexus Bertrand; Jr. Tyler Hamilton; Jr. Kristina Smith. GAME: Horn advanced to bi-district against A&M Consolidated and should again be in the playoff chase with the return of co-newcomer of the year Bertrand, first team alldistrict Peterson and second teamers Hamilton and Smith. This was a very young team that graduated only one senior and can only get better. NORTH MESQUITE STALLIONS-Coach: Melany Stowe. 201011: 9-22/0-10. 2011-12 VARSITY SCHEDULE Nov 8 Nov 11 Nov 15 Nov 17-18 Nov 21 Nov 22 Nov 29 Dec 1-4 Dec 6 Dec 9 Dec 13 Dec 17 Dec 19 Duncanville away Cedar Hill home Red Oak away Pasadena Tournament Plano East home Lewisville home W. Mesquite away Garland Coca-Cola Roosevelt away Waco High home THESA home Australia home Wakeland home NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Nhaieemah Horne; 5-8 Jr. Ashley Leeds; 5-9 Sr. Paige Donahue; 5-5 Sr. Jennifer Risco; 5-5 Sr. Hailey Campbell; 5-8 Soph. Regina Garrett; 5-9 Soph. Rachael Malone; 5-5 Sr. Haylie Campbell; 6-0 Jr. Brenshawnda Traylor. GAME: Leeds returns as second team all-district while Horne and Traylor were selected honorable mention all-district and will lead a club still trying to find its way in a tough district under second year Coach Stowe. LONGVIEW LOBOS-Coach: Keith Smith (349-149). 2010-11: 20-11/4-6. NAMES: Sr. Akeea Gilmore. GAME: Longview advanced to bi-district against Killeen Ellison but will need to replace a wealth of graduated talent. DISTRICT 12-5A TEMPLE TEM-CATS-Coach: Tamarah Sanders. 2010-11: 2511/10-4. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Ketara Chapel; 5-7 Sr. Chaquita Brown; 5-2 Jr. Rykeya Johnson.; Soph. Jazzmen Ortiz; 6-3 Soph. Tyesha Taylor; Jr. Alyssa Jones. GAME: Temple advanced to bi-district against DeSoto. TemCats will be going to the Chapel, as in first team all-district Ketara Chapel. Help comes from second teamer Johnson and honorable mention picks Ortiz and Taylor. KILLEEN HARKER HEIGHTS KNIGHTS-Coach: Shirretha Nelson. 2010-11: 27-11/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Brianna Golden; 5-6 Sr. Shanice Davis, 13.8 ppg., 3.9 spg.; Jr. JaQuan Jackson; 6-1 Sr. Eboniey Jeter, 10.34 ppg., 7.9 rpg.; Jr. Brianna Freeman. GAME: Harker Heights advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Killeen Ellison in a season that showed a five-game district improvement. Davis and Jeter were first team all-district picks while Jackson and Freeman were on the second team and Golden on the honorable mention list. Jeter was also the Killeen Daily Herald all-area newcomer of the year while Davis was on the first team. A&M CONSOLIDATED TIGERS-Coach: Karen Heintz. 201011: 25-10/10-4. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Tierra Tucker; Soph. Blair Schaefer; Sr. Tori Tucker. GAME: Consolidated advanced to the area round against Dallas Skyline. Lady Tigers will again be a force and a com- Dec 27-29 Dville Tournament Jan 3 Mesquite home Jan 6 Longview away Jan 13 N. Mesquite away Jan 17 Tyler Lee home Jan 20 Mesquite Horn away Jan 24 N. Mesquite away Jan 27 Longview home Jan 31 N. Mesquite home Feb 3 Tyler Lee away Feb 7 Mesquite Horn home Bi-district Feb. 13-14, Area Feb. 16-18 Quarters Feb. 20-21, Regionals Feb. 24-25 State March 2-3 2010 Record 32-5 District Champs Regional Semifinalist 2008 State 5A Runners-Up Pulling together to climb new heights! Jordan Jones Sr. Guard Commit to Texas A&M Aggies Summer Cole Sr. Post Dual sport with volleyball For more information, contact DeSoto High School • 972-230-0726 • www.desotoisd.org Bryce Owens Sr. Guard Commit to Univ. of New Mexico Lobos DeSoto ISD academic excellence b y design TexPreps Basketball | Page 83 5A petitor behind first team all-district Tierra Tucker and Schaefer and second teamer Tori Tucker. KILLEEN ELLISON EAGLES--Coach: Sherry McKinnon. 201011: 30-8/11-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Ocleta Young; 5-6 Sr. Kaneitra Curtis; 6-1 Jr. Alayshia Hunter, 10.8 ppg., 9.2 rpg., 2 bpg.; Jr. Deja Pointer. GAME: Ellison advanced to the regional semifinals against Georgetown. Hunter was district co-MVP and first team Killeen Daily Herald all-area and is the reason that Ellison expects another long playoff run. Plenty of help surrounds Hunter including newcomer of the year Pointer, first team all-district Young and honorable mention Curtis. COPPERAS COVE BULLDAWGS-Coach: Teresa Durham. 2010-11: 21-11/6-8. NAMES: Sr. Alex Rodriguez; Jr. Shawnte Goff; Jr. Jasmin Lyons; Sr. Tameka King; Sr. Shardasha Patterson; Soph. Sarai Rodriguez; Jr. Jasmin Johnson; Jr. Stephanie Cochran; Sr. April Harris. GAME: Copperas Cove missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and welcomes Coach Durham to the helm. Alex Rodriguez was a slugger on the way to first team alldistrict honors while Goff was on the second team. KILLEEN SHOEMAKER GREY WOLVES-Coach: Shauna Showers. 2010-11: 14-19/6-8. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Kiara Rawls; 5-7 Jr. Terra Roberson; 5-8 Jr. Hailee Showers; 5-8 Sr. Tenesa Johnson; 5-9 Jr. Cion Hicks. GAME: Rawls is a very bright spot for Shoemaker and comes off a first team all-district and Killeen Daily Herald all-area season. Help comes from honorable mention selections Showers and Hicks. BRYAN VIKINGS-Coach: Elizabeth Jesurun (407-184). 201011: 9-23/2-12. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Kadijah Brisby; 5-8 Soph. Alex Sims; 5-5 Soph. Penny Watson; 5-8 Soph. Ronzasha Taylor. GAME: Bryan will still be very young and inexperienced for the 5A level. The young kids are working hard and improving quickly. BELTON TIGERS-Coach: Brenda Gomez. 2010-11: 11-21/113. GAME: Coach Gomez joins the team after coaching at Robinson and lost a staggering number of seniors to graduation, including all-district pick Meghan Braeuer. DISTRICT 13-5A SPRING DEKANEY WILDCATS—Coach: Stacey Stroman. 2010-11: 33-5/14-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Alexis Durley; 5-5 Sr. Erinesha Walker; 5-8 Jr. Brianna Taylor; 6-0 Sr. Shunta Nevitt; 6-0 Sr. Kadetra O’Brine; 5-9 Soph. Kayla Nevitt. GAME: Dekaney advanced to the area round against Pflugerville and will again be a district contender with the return of district co-MVP Durley. There are plenty of hands on deck to help the team’s cause, including defensive MVP Shunta Nevitt and offensive player of the year Kayla Nevitt. KLEIN COLLINS TIGERS--Coach: Kristi Odom. 2010-11: 2014/9-5. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Veja Hamilton, 22 ppg., 5 rpg., 3.2 apg., 4 spg; 5-8 Jr. Dominique Dillingham, 9 ppg., 5 rpg., 1.2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Kendall Festervand, 4 ppg., 3.4 rpg., 1 apg., 1 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Kayla Schlobohm, 3 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Collins advanced to bi-district against The Woodlands and will again be formidable. Hamilton was district coMVP and is back, along with first team all-district Dillingham. KLEIN FOREST GOLDEN EAGLES--Coach: Jean Hurt. 2010-11: 26-11/10-4. NAMES: 6-0 Soph. Ekiya Gray, 11 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-7 Soph. Ebony Parker; 5-11 Soph. Regina Scott; 5-5 Jr. Desiree Davis. GAME: Klein Forest advanced to the area round against Georgetown. This is a very young team but one that is building a solid foundation with a strong work ethic and focus. Gray was newcomer of the year while Parker was first team all-district and Davis and Scott were on the second team. Keep in mind again that none of these players are seniors. KLEIN BEARKATS--Coach: Cheryl Etlinger. 2010-11: 13-19/77. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Maya Malonson; 6-0 Jr. Meghan Temple; 5-6 Sr. Ashley Alexander; 5-5 Sr. Nicole Rivera; 5-6 Sr. Julia Baker; 5-8 Jr. Alex Kimble; 5-10 Sr. Emily Kunkel; 5-9 Sr. Becca Stacey; 6-0 Sr. Taylor Levy. GAME: Klein advanced to bi-district against Humble Atascocita, in the process completely turning around a 1-13 district finish from the previous year. Malonson and Temple both captured second team all-district honors for a team graduating only two seniors. TexPreps Basketball | Page 84 TOMBALL COUGARS--Coach: Karen Lemker. 2010-11: 8-20/2-12. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Caitlin Diaz; 5-7 Jr. Alayna Waters; Jr. Lexe Marks; 5-8 Sr. Braelyn Blair; 5-9 Sr. Katelyn Holland. GAME: Tomball missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Juniors Marks and Waters were named second team all-district and will lead the team. KLEIN OAK PANTHERS--Coach: Tiffany Vance. 2010-11: 1915/7-7. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Ana Dominguez; 5-8 Sr. Briona Chatman; 6-0 Sr. DeJaNai Vallier; 5-7 Sr. Brittney Bratovich; 5-5 Jr. Caitlyn Anderson; 5-6 Sr. Alicia Scott; 5-11 Jr. Nicolette Erkman; 5-10 Soph. Sasha Cedeno. GAME: Klein Oak fell in a fourth place playoff tiebreaker game to Klein. Dominguez was solid on the way to first team all-district recognition while Chatman and Vallier placed on the second team. SPRING WESTFIELD MUSTANGS-Coach: Tracey Waller. 201011: 8-24/3-11. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Kylah Jones; 6-1 Sr. Marquisha Lewis; 5-9 Soph. Ejalyn Bryant; 5-8 Jr. Brandy Perry; 5-6 Jr. Ashle Hutching; 5-7 Jr. Angelica Thompson; 5-3 Jr. Destiny Barrett; 5-5 Soph. Jasmine Nash. GAME: Westfield also missed out on the playoffs after reaching them the previous year. Jones leads this young team following second team all-district recognition. SPRING LIONS-Coach: DeWanda Richard. 2010-11: 16-16/410. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Alex West; 5-9 Jr. Toni Atkinson; 5-8 Sr. Sierra O’Dell; 5-2 Jr. Mariah Scallion; 5-10 Soph. Bobbie Ricks; 5-6 Sr. Raevon Wells; 5-10 Jr. Danii Patillo. GAME: This is a team that will be looking to replace a pair of established all-district graduated talents in Samantha Eden and Khalisha Lee. DISTRICT 14-5A HUMBLE ATASCOCITA EAGLES-Coach: Valery Jackson. 201011: 35-6/11-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Curtyce Knox, 16.1 ppg., 3 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Lauren Price; 5-7 Sr. Rachel Arthur; 5-5 Sr. Danesia Brown; 5-9 Sr. Jarnique Shelby; 5-11 Soph. Cree Hammond; 5-7 Soph. Shatarah Brown. GAME: Atascocita advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Georgetown, capping an outstanding year. Knox returns to lead this favorite after being named district MVP and will have help from first team all-district Price, second teamer Arthur and honorable mention Shelby. THE WOODLANDS HIGHLANDERS-Coach: Dana Bruton. 2010-11: 26-6/11-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Paige Bradley, 9.8 ppg., 7.2 apg., 3.4 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Anna Strickland, 11.5 ppg., 9.7 rpg.; 6-4 Jr. Kelsey Lang, 3.2 bpg.; 5-7 Sr. Ashlyn Hargraves; 5-10 Sr. Maghen Lormand. GAME: The Woodlands advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Pflugerville. This will be a tough out again in the region with the return of first team all-district picks Bradley and Strickland along with second teamers Lang and Hargraves and honorable mention Lormand. THE WOODLANDS COLLEGE PARK CAVALIERS-Coach: Michelle Richardson. 2010-11: 18-13/8-4. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Alexia Sanders, 14 ppg., 8.1 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. Kendra Cooper; 5-6 Sr. Lisa Harris; 5-8 Jr. Leah Breakfield; 5-4 Jr. Amaris Hollis; 5-8 Sr. Tiffanie Haidar. GAME: College Park advanced to bi-district against Klein Forest. The challenge facing this team is the loss of four graduated all-district talents. Sanders was first team all-district while Cooper was honorable mention. LUFKIN PANTHERS--Coach: Winfred Simmons. 2010-11: 1615/6-6. NAMES: Jr. Kassie Jones; Jr. Ebonie Williams; Sr. Alexus Sowell. GAME: Lufkin advanced to bi-district against Spring Dekaney and turns to the talented all-district second teamer Jones to lead the way with help from honorable mention Williams. KINGWOOD MUSTANGS--Coach: Tonia Thomas. 2010-11: 7-17/3-9. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jaycee Pleasant; Jr. Kelly Goudeau; 5-11 Sr. Sarah Johnson; 5-5 Sr. Racquel Perez; 5-11 Sr. Morgan Willoughby. GAME: Pleasant was pleasing in a second team all-district season. CONROE OAK RIDGE WAR EAGLES--Coach: Molly Gibson. 2010-11: 11-15/2-10. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Tatiana Jackson; 5-7 Sr. Brandi Lawson; 5-11 Sr. Kali Bass; 5-5 Sr. Lindsey Battle; 5-6 Sr. Chantal Franco; 5-8 Saundra Guillory Austin Anderson Caitlin Kriesel-Bigler Austin Anderson Mary Claire Pollard Austin Anderson Jr. Jacquira Manning. GAME: Oak Ridge will try gallantly and will play to the strengths of second team all-district Jackson and Lawson. CONROE TIGERS-Coach: Deidre Hinze. 2010-11: 8-24/1-11. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Hailey Mack, 8.7 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Reagan Davis; 5-5 Soph. Reagan McGee; Sr. Ebony Jefferson. GAME: Conroe has a fantastic player to build around in district newcomer of the year Mack. DISTRICT 15-5A AUSTIN ANDERSON TROJANS-Coach: Katrina Hall. 2010-11: 16-16/4-6. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Mary Claire Pollard, 10 ppg., 2 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Caitlin Kriesel-Bigler, 8.3 ppg., 3.3 apg.; 6-1 Soph. Saundra Guillory, 6.3 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-9 Sr. Haley Brown, 6 rpg., 1 spg. GAME: Anderson advanced to bi-district against Georgetown. Team returns three starters and eight players overall. There is great balance with inside and outside scoring. Pollard is a first team all-district talent while Kriesel-Bigler was on the second team and Guillory and Brown were honorable mention. AUSTIN HIGH MAROONS-Coach: Tricia Johnson (101-106). 2010-11: 22-8/8-2. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Alyssa Serna; 5-6 Sr. Darolyn Pierce; 5-6 Sr. Sierra Contreras; 5-6 Sr. Danielle Pierce; 5-6 Soph. Macy Lozan; 5-3 Sr. Lyndsey Rodriguez; 6-0 Jr. Caitlin Rendon. GAME: Austin High advanced to bi-district against Round Rock. Contreras and Serna nabbed second team all-district honors while Rendon and Pierce were named honorable mention. AUSTIN WESTLAKE CHAPARRALS-Coach: Allison Wooley. 2010-11: 9-21/2-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Jaimie Grace, 11 ppg., 10 rpg. GAME: Westlake was a young team this past year and took a lot of hits to begin the season. Team is looking forward to some consistency this year and excited to see what the team can do. They spent the entire off-season working on skills and strength so they are ready for the new challenge to finish at the top of the district. Grace was named first team all-district. AUSTIN BOWIE BULLDOGS-Coach: Vickie Benson (192-118). 2010-11: 8-26/0-10. NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Kendra King, 13.4 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-5 Soph. Nah-Jai Taylor, 7.1 ppg., 2.4 spg.; 6-3 Sr. Shelby Dixon, 3.1 bpg. GAME: The Lady Dawgs will be a completely new team this season. Look for a quicker, faster, stronger and smarter club. All the hard work in the off-season will bring a profit for this young team. King was district newcomer of the year while Taylor was second team all-district. AUSTIN AKINS EAGLES-Coach: H. Jane Martin. 2010-11: 2610/9-1. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Sarah Hemmitt; 5-10 Jr. Kassie Smith; 5-10 Jr. Britnee Stewart; 5-3 Soph. Ashley Lopez. GAME: Akins advanced to bi-district against Round Rock McNeil. Team returns two starters to a district champion that is looking to follow up with another title. Hemmitt was named honorable mention all-district. DEL VALLE CARDINALS-Coach: Tawni Angel (442-187). 201011: 22-12/7-3. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Alicia Flores-Mays; 5-4 Sr. Lauren Maldonado. GAME: Del Valle advanced to bi-district against Pflugerville. Team will be very young and inexperienced but hopes to surprise a few teams in trying to continue a 17-year streak of advancing to the state playoffs. Maldonado placed on the honorable mention all-district roster. DISTRICT 16-5A PFLUGERVILLE PANTHERS-Coach: Nancy Walling (534-248). 2010-11: 30-7/10-2. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Itiana Taylor, 9.9 ppg., 5.7 rpg., 1.6 apg., 2.6 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Ari Booth, 5 ppg., 1.3 rpg., 1 apg., 1 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Jasmyn Booker, 4.1 ppg., 1.5 rpg., 1.1 apg.; 5-8 Jr. Taliyah Jasmyn Booker Pflugerville Ari Booth Pflugerville Itiana Taylor Pflugerville Brooks, 7.9 ppg., 2.9 rpg., 2.3 apg., 2.1 spg. GAME: Pflugerville advanced to the regional final against district rival Georgetown. Team graduated nine seniors but will return three starters including district newcomer of the year Brooks and four letter winners to go with a strong junior class to fill in the voids. Look for a team with solid shooters, good basketball knowledge, quickness but lacking for height. Taylor was first team all-district while Booth was on the second team. GEORGETOWN EAGLES-Coach: Rhonda Farney (910-258). 2010-11: 33-4/12-0. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Emily Johnson, 11.2 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 4 apg., 2.8 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Kaitlin Walla, 9.4 ppg., 5.4 rpg., 4.1 apg., 2.6 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Katie Youngblood, 3.7 ppg., 2 apg., 1.7 spg.; Sr. Meghan White; Jr. Lorrie Santoy. GAME: Georgetown will look to replace Krystal Forthan and Brianna Bogard following a dynamic run to the state championship against Irving MacArthur. Although the Lady Eagles graduated six seniors, the prospects are bright for this year. Returning wing starters first team all-Central Texas Johnson and Walla give the team two reliable all-court scorers and ball handlers. Youngblood is an able replacement for Bogard at the point and also could be a scoring threat. White and Santoy should provide good paint presence at both ends of the court. Georgetown will look to their younger players to develop rapidly to provide the depth for another deep run into the playoffs. ROUND ROCK MCNEIL MAVERICKS-Coach: Amanda Aguilar (122-115). 2010-11: 21-14/5-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Avrianna Henry, 4 ppg., 3 bpg.; 5-6 Soph. Troi Swain, 10 ppg., 3 apg., 3.6 spg. GAME: McNeil advanced to the area round against The Woodlands. Team returns three starters and five lettermen, all with a great work ethic and the goal of extending the team’s playoff run. Swain was named all-Central Texas newcomer of the year and first team all-district as a freshman. ROUND ROCK STONY POINT TIGERS-Coach: Danny Cage. 2010-11: 16-14-1/4-8. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Zeniah Morgan; 5-9 Sr. Cymone Jeffries; 5-8 Jr. Miranda Simpson, 12.4 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Ki’ana Rowland; 5-11 Sr. Bri’ana Rowland, 8 ppg., 9 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Rachel Owens; 6-0 Jr. Zoe Banks. GAME: Stony Point failed to reach the playoffs after going the previous year but will field a talented group led by first team all-district Bri’ana Rowland and Simpson. Jeffries and Owens placed on the second team roster. ROUND ROCK DRAGONS-Coach: Anthony Robinson. 201011: 19-12/7-5. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Geneva Anderson; 5-9 Sr. Mattie Loter; 5-6 Soph. Chelsea Jackson; 5-7 Soph. Kala Green; 5-7 Sr. Aricka Adams; 5-10 Sr. Danielle Robertson; 6-3 Jr. Macey Wilson; 6-0 Sr. Kaytlynn Banks. GAME: Round Rock advanced to the area round against Humble Atascocita. Adams placed on the second team alldistrict roster for a club that lost some quality senior talent, including Colorado-bound Jasmine Sborov. LEANDER LIONS--Coach: Jonathan Lamb (49-54). 2010-11: 15-20/3-9. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Matyndia Cisse, 4 ppg., 6 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Jr. Erica Russell, 4 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-7 Soph. Michelle Madrigal, 3 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Jessica Russell, 3 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Sara Epley, 3 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Leander returns eight lettermen but must replace a huge portion of offense that graduated. This should be a solid defensive team led by second team all-district Cisse. ROUND ROCK WESTWOOD WARRIORS-Coach: Matt Butler. 2010-11: 8-23/1-11. NAMES: 5-10 Soph. Sarah Afflerbaugh; 5-8 Sr. Erica Oakmon; 5-6 Jr. Tara Haderer. GAME: Oakmon was named first team all-district for a club that will have its work cut out in this grueling district. DISTRICT 17-5A HOUSTON CYPRESS FALLS GOLDEN EAGLES-Coach: Jim Stephens (489-237). 2010-11: 37-2/13-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Shernise Robertson, 8.9 ppg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Katherine Metoyer, 8.5 ppg., 3.6 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-7 Sr. Sadalia Ellis, 9.7 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 6.3 apg., 3.6 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Kayla Tarver; 5-8 Sr. Loryn Goodwin, 19.7 ppg., 5.3 rpg., 4.7 spg.; 6-2 Carol Willie; 6-1 Katie Najvar. GAME: Cy Falls advanced to the regional semifinals against Galena Park North Shore. Four starters return as well as several players who had significant minutes last year for a team ranked No. 1 in the state by TGCA the last 10 weeks before dropping the close one to North Shore. The team got a major boost when Goodwin’s dad was hired on the football staff at the school. She was the district offensive player of the year in 12-5A and should make an immediate impact for the Eagles. HOUSTON CYPRESS WOODS WILDCATS—Coach: Virginia Flores. 2010-11: 29-6/11-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Justice Crisp; 5-8 Sr. Desarae Robertson; 5-7 Sr. Kristen Anglin; 5-8 Sr. Audrey Garcia; 5-0 Sr. Chelsi Grimes; 5-11 Soph. Olivia Ogwumike. GAME: Cypress Woods advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Alief Elsik. This team will once again contend with stocked talent in first team all-district Garcia and second teamers Crisp, Grimes and (where have we heard this name?) Ogwumike. HOUSTON CYPRESS RANCH MUSTANGS—Coach: Tresa Hornsby. 2010-11: 17-16/7-6. NAMES: 5-5 Soph. Cienna Rodriguez, 10 ppg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Christina Martin, 9 ppg., 2 apg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Sydney Coleman; 5-7 Jr. Ashley Wiemann, 7 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Cy Ranch will be working extremely hard to be in one of the playoff spots after finishing fifth in a tie-breaker playoff loss to Cy Creek. This is a young but talented group ready to do whatever it takes to be successful. Martin and Rodriguez were second team all-district. HOUSTON CYPRESS CREEK COUGARS--Coach: Jennifer Alexander. 2010-11: 20-11/9-4. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Evan St. Laurent; 5-9 Jr. Ikpeaku Iwobi; 5-4 Jr. Haley Deakins; 6-2 Jr. Dana Fullerton; 5-6 Jr. Lindsey Gendron; 5-8 Jr. Brianna Sweet. GAME: Cy Creek advanced to bi-district against Alief Elsik. Iwobi was district newcomer of the year and second team all-district and will lead a club that suffered greatly with graduation. HOUSTON CYPRESS FAIRBANKS BOBCATS-Coach: Ann Roubique. 2010-11: 21-7/11-2. NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Amber Lane; 5-6 Sr. Nicole Martin; 5-9 Sr. Courtney Kincaid; 5-8 Sr. Elaine Jones. GAME: Cy-Fair advanced to the area round against Katy Taylor. District MVP Cassie Peoples has graduated and leaves a young team that should still compete for a playoff berth. HOUSTON LANGHAM CREEK LOBOS--Coach: Annette Steward. 2010-11: 13-16/3-10. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Rebekah Douglas; 5-5 Sr. Calandria King; Soph. Corinne Martin; Sr. Alicia Edwards; Sr. Tiffany Allen; Sr. Ayanna Ausberry; Soph. Caylinne Martin. GAME: Taylor Hollins graduated following an all-district campaign and is one of several players who will need to be replaced. Douglas and King should pick up the pace following honorable mention all-district seasons. HOUSTON JERSEY VILLAGE FALCONS--Coach: Anthony DeCarlo. 2010-11: 14-16/5-8. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Celina Nguyen; 5-6 Soph. Ashley Foster; 5-6 Sr. Tori Collet; 5-8 Sr. Jaydae Reese; 5-9 Sr. Tamika Henderson; 5-8 Jr. Bianca Serna. GAME: Jersey Village laments the graduation of all-district Nadine Fadella, one of a number of players who exhausted their eligibility. Reese grabbed honorable mention all-district recognition. HOUSTON CYPRESS LAKES SPARTANS—Coach: Michael Stengar (17-39). 2010-11: 11-16/4-9. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Alandria Johnson; 5-9 Jr. Jewel Angelo; 6-0 Jr. Kim Nebo; 5-5 Jr. Zavier Landry; 5-5 Jr. Jalane Findlay; 5-9 Sr. Jasmin Cruz; 6-1 Jr. Jasmine Secrest. GAME: Talent returns for this team paced by first team alldistrict Johnson, second teamer Angelo and honorable mention nods Nebo and Zavier Landry. HOUSTON CYPRESS RIDGE RAMS--Coach: Michelle Steele. 2010-11: 3-20/2-11. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Deja Mason; 5-7 Sr. Marissa Williams; 6-1 Sr. Cree Atkinson; 5-9 Jr. Ziani Cain; 5-4 Jr. Chelsea Miller. GAME: Atkinson showed bursts of excellence in a second team all-district season and will lead a team that graduated a first team all-district talent. Help comes from honorable mention selection Williams. HOUSTON CYPRESS SPRINGS PANTHERS-Coach: David Wicke. 2010-11: 3-25/0-13. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Brittany Bufford; 5-10 Sr. Maria Bello; 5-6 Sr. Tatiana McKinney; 5-8 Jr. Jayla Blair; 5-11 Jr. Amani Davis; 5-7 Jr. Arianna Banks. GAME: This young team is now getting some veteran leadership and will need all performers to go above and beyond in this district. Team graduated first team all-district Sable Wallace. DISTRICT 18-5A ALIEF ELSIK RAMS--Coach: LaShawn Johnson. 2010-11: 316/12-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Akunna Elonu; 5-10 Sr. Crystal Porter; 5-6 Sr. Jasmine Ocanas. GAME: Talk about a team built for now and the future. Elsik danced all the way to Austin and a state semifinal showing against Georgetown and is incredibly equipped to return. The reason for that starts and stops with district co-MVPs Elonu and Porter, both back for their senior seasons. Add first team all-district Ocanas to the mix and you have a team with nothing but greatness on the horizon. ALIEF TAYLOR LIONS--Coach: Dianna “Tootie” Cary. 2010-11: 19-11/10-2. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Kelechi Kalu; 5-4 Sr. Jameca Byrd; 5-9 Sr. Cassie Chiedu; 5-5 Sr. Breshana Ross; 5-7 Sr. Josha Prior. GAME: Alief Taylor advanced to bi-district against Houston Cypress Fairbanks. Kalu will keep this team in the title hunt following a first team all-district season while Byrd was on the second team. ALDINE EISENHOWER GOLDEN EAGLES--Coach: Kisha Jones. 2010-11: 14-13/7-5. NAMES: Sr. Courtney Moore; 5-10 Sr. Kendricka Osborne; 5-9 Sr. Taylor Overshown; 5-8 Sr. Latrecia Watson. GAME: Eisenhower advanced to bi-district against Houston Cypress Woods and will be a playoff contender once again behind first team all-district talents Moore and Overshown and second teamers Watson and Osborne. ALDINE NIMITZ COUGARS-Coach: Debbie Jackson (538385). 2010-11: 14-18/6-6. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Jasmine Clark; 6-1 Sr. Haley Graham; 5-5 Sr. Amber Jones; 5-4 Sr. Neicy McQuarter; 5-6 Sr. Taylor McGee; 5-6 Jr. Tiara Riley; 5-6 Jr. Brianna Toney; 5-7 Sr. A’rreal Martin; 5-9 Sr. Joy Darby. GAME: Nimitz advanced to bi-district against Houston Cypress Falls. Clark took home first team all-district honors while Graham was on the second team. ALDINE MACARTHUR GENERALS--Coach: Nancy Faulk. 2010-11: 7-21/3-9. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Zana Jones, 8.1 ppg., 7.7 rpg., 1.2 apg.; 6-3 Jr. Raven Wilson, 4 ppg., 4.6 rpg., 1.3 bpg. GAME: MacArthur returns only one starter but with hard work in the off-season and pre-season should improve from last year. Look for second team all-district Jones to be the go-to player. ALIEF HASTINGS BEARS--Coach: Marla Brumfield. 2010-11: 12-15/4-8. NAMES: Jr. Nekeita Bailey; 5-10 Sr. Chelisy Love; 5-6 Sr. Andrea White. GAME: Hastings will build around the myriad talents of district newcomer of the year Bailey. ALDINE MUSTANGS--Coach: Thomasina Gatson. 2010-11: 3-24/0-12. NAMES: Sr. Jasmine Williams; Jr. Apriel McDade; Sr. Nicollete Nemons; 5-9 Sr. Arianna Pruitt; Sr. Breonna Brooks; 5-5 Sr. Lykessia Lee. GAME: Despite falling on recent rough times, Aldine is not void of talent and this year welcomes back second team alldistrict stars Williams and McDade. DISTRICT 19-5A KATY TAYLOR MUSTANGS-Coach: Carlos Villafone. 2010-11: 32-7/11-1. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Holly Ray; 5-10 Sr. Logan Johnson, 10.1 ppg., 3 apg., 3.7 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Amira Jenkins, 9 ppg., 5.5 rpg.; 5-6 Jr. Jada Roberts, 10.5 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 3 spg. GAME: Taylor advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Houston Cypress Falls. Team loses a two-time district MVP, but experience returns with four starters in the fold. Team will need everyone to step up in production. Guard play should be strong, post play a question mark and depth a concern. Johnson was defensive MVP while Roberts was newcomer of the year. Mix in first team all-district Jenkins and second teamer Ray and this will be a stout club. KATY CINCO RANCH COUGARS-Coach: Michelle Morris. 2010-11: 24-14/9-3. TexPreps Basketball | Page 85 5A NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Megan Palmer; 5-7 Sr. Christy Williams; 5-5 Sr. Shayne Ortiz; 5-5 Sr. Whitney Jefferson; 6-0 Jr. Angie Moore; 5-5 Soph. Sydney Thomas; 6-1 Jr. Taylor Williams; 5-8 Jr. Emily Richard; 5-7 Jr. Jaylon McClure. GAME: Cinco Ranch advanced to the area round against Alief Elsik. Palmer will lead this perennially playoff bound team following first team all-district honors with help from second teamers Williams and Ortiz. KATY SEVEN LAKES SPARTANS--Coach: Angela Spurlock. 2010-11: 19-13/4-8. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Christen Inman; 5-10 Jr. Sydney Buchel; 5-7 Sr. Jade Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Kelly Keese; 5-9 Sr. Kayleigh Popkowski; 5-3 Sr. Ambrosia Woodard; 5-9 Sr. Kia Young. GAME: Seven Lakes missed the playoffs, but fully expects to not only be back but to fight for a district title as well. Inman is back to lead the way following a first team all-district season as a sophomore. She will get help from second team talents Johnson and Buchel. HOUSTON MEMORIAL MUSTANGS-Coach: Jyusef Larry (1516). 2010-11: 15-16/8-4. NAME: 5-8 Sr. Ellen Anderson, 14 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-5 Sr. Madison Miller, 6 ppg., 4 rpg., 4 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Kelly Wilson, 9 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Olivia Podaras, 4 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Laurel Carrell; 6-1 Jr. Elissa Kissner, 2 ppg., 8 rpg. GAME: Memorial advanced to bi-district against Houston Westside. Miller and Anderson return following first team all-district seasons while Wilson was on the second team and Podaras and Carrell were honorable mention. Four other players return for Coach Larry’s second season. KATY TIGERS-Coach: Dean Darrow. 2010-11: 12-19/3-9. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Marley Brown, 10 ppg., 1.5 apg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Andrea Owens, 6.1 ppg., 3.9 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Gwen Rodriguez, 5.7 ppg., 3.6 rpg. GAME: Katy will be very small again with no player over 5-9 and very young with only four returners. Team should be the most athletic they have been in a while and moving to a more uptempo style to try to utilize that. One of the young guards needs to step up to back up first team alldistrict Brown at the point and another needs to become a consistent three point threat in order for the team to make the playoffs. KATY MORTON RANCH MAVERICKS--Coach: Pam Bowers. 2010-11: 7-24/0-12. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Lyanne Colon; 5-7 Sr. Tamara Davis; 6-0 Jr. Jasper Lewis; 5-6 Sr. Shakeya Ross; 5-7 Sr. Monique Jefferson; 5-4 Jr. Amber Howard; Soph. Laura Huckelby; 5-5 Sr. Dominique Jefferson; 5-8 Sr. Vikki Alexander; 5-9 Sr. Megal Peel. GAME: Morton Ranch expects an improved season behind first team all-district Colon. KATY MAYDE CREEK RAMS--Coach: Steve Reese. 2010-11: 24-12/7-5. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Amal Al-sulaim; 5-7 Jr. Chelsea Williams; 5-9 Jr. Crystal Idika; 5-9 Jr. Zainab Agoro; 5-7 Sr. Zhane Alexander. GAME: Mayde Creek advanced to bi-district against Houston Bellaire, the team’s third consecutive playoff appearance. It could be difficult going for a fourth as the team graduated a pair of all-district talents and will need some younger players to come to the fore. DISTRICT 20-5A HOUSTON BELLAIRE CARDINALS-Coach: Michael Kramer. 2010-11: 23-9/14-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Raven Burns; 5-8 Sr. Bianca Winslow; 5-7 Sr. Regina Harris; 5-7 Jr. A.J. Alix; 5-10 Sr. Blayke Hemmitt; 5-6 Soph. Lulu McKinney; 5-9 Jr. Shandice Waugh; 5-6 Jr. Brianne Jolivet. GAME: Bellaire advanced to the area round against Houston Cypress Woods. This is a team built for an incredible future with the return of Alix, who was named district MVP as a sophomore. Help comes from first team all-district Winslow, Jolivet and Burns and second teamers Hemmitt, McKinney and Waugh. HOUSTON WESTSIDE WOLVES-Coach: Troy Gillespie (14041). 2010-11: 26-10/12-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Alexis Hill; 6-0 Sr. Jamiyla DeBoise; Sr. Tiffany Davis; Jr. Nykayla Richards; Jr. Brianna Luton; Sr. Audrey Sturges; Jr. Jasmine King. GAME: Westside advanced to the area round against Houston Cypress Falls and will once again be a playoff contender. Team will turn to first team all-district stars Hill and Davis and second teamer DeBoise. HOUSTON MADISON MARLINS-Coach: Anthony Fields. 2010-11: 20-12/9-5. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Jerrica Robertson, 6.5 ppg., 9.5 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-8 Jr. Sha’De Adedapo, 15 ppg., 6 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Aundrea Pip- TexPreps Basketball | Page 86 kins, 4.2 ppg., 7 rpg., 3.1 bpg.; 5-7 Sr. T’Kyh Jones, 6 ppg., 2 spg.; 5-0 Soph. Ke’Hara Gonzales. GAME: Madison advanced to bi-district against Katy Cinco Ranch. Team will have good size and will need for the ball handlers to blossom. Team shooting will be above average and team defense will be on target. Adedapo was first team all-district while Robertson was on the second team. HOUSTON WESTBURY REBELS--Coach: Kimberly Anderson. 2010-11: 15-13/7-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Anissia Robinson, 13 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Kathy Lenore, 8 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-6 Jr. Emely Lopez, 4 ppg., 5 apg.; 5-7 Jr. Taylor Turner, 4 ppg.; Jr. Alexus Hynes, 3 ppg., 6 apg. GAME: Look for second team all-district Robinson to guide a team that will be in the district playoff chase. HOUSTON LAMAR REDSKINS--Coach: Emily Wells. 2010-11: 11-16/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Coeise Martin; Sr. Sierra Mendoza; 6-0 Soph. Rangie Bessard. GAME: Lamar advanced to bi-district against Katy Taylor and is now under the direction of Coach Wells. Second team alldistrict Bessard picked up her honor as a freshman. HOUSTON CHAVEZ LOBOS--Coach: Steve Ortiz. 2010-11: 9-22/3-11. NAMES: Sr. Chelsea Smith; Jr. Bianca Brown; Jr. Ashante Epps; Sr. Yadira Gonzalez; Jr. Jada Thompson; Sr. Maria Torres; Sr. Chassity Williams; Sr. Dey’ana Wilson. GAME: Smith is a senior leader and second team all-district recipient. HOUSTON MILBY BUFFALOES--Coach: Krysta Cannon. 201011: 2-14/2-12. NAMES: Sr. Yesenia Munoz; Soph. Julie Alcorer. GAME: Milby will look to replace a pair of graduated alldistrict talents in Briana Brass and Caroline Duron. Another duo in honorable mention all-district selections Munoz and Alcorer might be just the tonic. HOUSTON SAM HOUSTON TIGERS—Coach: Karlie Free. 2010-11: 1-18/1-13. GAME: Sam Houston has more than its work cut out in order to improve in this HISD league. DISTRICT 21-5A GALENA PARK NORTH SHORE MUSTANGS-Coach: Allison Campbell (249-92). 2010-11: 37-10-0. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Courtney Williams; 5-8 Sr. Monique Bedford; 5-5 Sr. KK Williams; 5-9 Sr. Dominique Sherrard; 6-1 Sr. Shanel Carter. GAME: Galena Park advanced to the regional final against Alief Elsik and is on a short list of teams that can capture a Class 5A state championship. Courtney Williams was the district co-MVP and ready to put the team on her shoulders. Ample help comes from first team all-district Bedford and second teamer KK Williams. PORT ARTHUR MEMORIAL TITANS-Coach: Kevin Henry. 2010-11: 18-14/4-6. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Ariel Hutchinson, 10 ppg.; 5-8 Sr. Pauletta Powell, 11 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Maria Below; 5-9 Sr. Velma Brown, 6 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Sommer Harris, 3 apg. GAME: Memorial advanced to the area round against Fort Bend Hightower. Three-year varsity star and first team alldistrict Hutchinson leads a very athletic team with a good mixture of balanced scoring and an uptempo style of play. Team is very aggressive on the defensive side of the ball and welcomes the promotion of Coach Henry. LA PORTE BULLDOGS-Coach: Elisha Thompson. 2010-11: 16-15/5-5. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Tori Wise; Soph. Elise Rodriguez; Soph. Jeslee Lozano; Sr. Danielle Sowell; Jr. Savannah Riggenbach; Soph. Taylor Brandstetter. GAME: La Porte advanced to bi-district against Pasadena Dobie and should be even better this year. Rodriguez was named district newcomer of the year and will continue her improvement. Additional help comes from first team alldistrict Wise on this still-young team. BEAUMONT WEST BROOK BRUINS-Coach: Jessie White. 2010-11: 12-17/3-7. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Kiera Mickens; 5-8 Sr. Briana Sterling; 5-9 Sr. Jakira Davis. GAME: West Brook missed the playoffs after reaching the area round the previous year and will lose a wealth of alldistrict talent following the graduation of four key seniors. CHANNELVIEW FALCONS--Coach: Kim Lockett. 2010-11: 1612/7-3. NAMES: Jr. Anjelique Kyle; 5-3 Sr. Ashley Dixon; 5-7 Sr. Malicia Fluellen. GAME: Channelview advanced to the area round against League City Clear Springs. Second team all-district Kyle will be counted on more heavily after the graduation of district co-MVP Ashley Bettis. BAYTOWN STERLING RANGERS-Coach: Laurie Welch. 201011: 10-17/1-9. NAMES: Soph. Taeler Deer; 5-6 Sr. Tatina Arvie; 5-7 Jr. Jabrina Hopkins; 5-5 Sr. Alex Moore; 5-0 Sr. Olivia Richard; 5-7 Jr. Allyson Zamarron. GAME: Deer will be in the headlights this year for Sterling following a second team all-district campaign. DISTRICT 22-5A DEER PARK DEER--Coach: Theresa White. 2010-11: 13-14/9-1. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Tabitha Hawthorne; 5-10 Sr. Kaylan Lawson; 5-5 Sr. Jacie Pullig; 5-8 Sr. Allison Hernandez; 5-4 Sr. Devon Weldon; 5-2 Sr. Lyndsie LeBlanc; 5-10 Sr. Arielle Collins; 6-1 Jr. Brianna Turney. GAME: Deer Park advanced to bi-district against Port Arthur Memorial and looks to again be a favorite in this district despite the loss of a number of key seniors. Hawthorne was first team all-district and gets help from second teamer Hernandez. SOUTH HOUSTON TROJANS--Coach: Angella Jencarelli. 2010-11: 9-14/2-8. NAMES: Sr. Brianna Butler; 5-8 Sr. Ashley Adams; 5-5 Sr. Bianca Yanez; 5-6 Sr. Jasmine Lopez; 5-7 Sr. Dominique Davis; 5-5 Sr. Isabella Garcia; 5-9 Sr. Knysa Fontenette; 5-3 Sr. Stephanie Hernandez; 5-5 Sr. Jannette Lopez; 5-8 Sr. Akira Decoud. GAME: Butler took home district newcomer of the year honors as well as first team all-district along with Decoud while Fontenette was second team all-district. This combination should have South Houston in the mix for a playoff berth this year. PASADENA RAYBURN TEXANS--Coach: Lin Ellis. 2010-11: 17-16/6-4. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Maeghan Scott, 15 ppg., 5 apg., 6 apg., 1 bpg.; 5-8 Sr. Aracely Gomez, 10 ppg., 12 rpb., 3 spg.; Mariah Armelin; Sabrina Garza; Emilee Torres. GAME: Rayburn advanced to bi-district against Channelview, the school’s first trip to the playoffs in 13 years. Lady Texans won more games in a single season since their district title year of 1996-97. Despite losing key seniors in Michelle Cantu, Jenna Zayed and Felise Otabor, the future looks bright with the addition of Armelin, Garza and Torres. First team alldistrict Scott has already scored her 1,000 career point while second team all-district Gomez is closing in on her 1,000th point and 1,000th rebound. PASADENA DOBIE LONGHORNS--Coach: Shane Brown. 2010-11: 19-11/8-2. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Shanequa Gaston, 16 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Jazmin Guerrero, 8 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 2.5 apg. GAME: Dobie advanced to the area round against Fort Bend Elkins. Gaston returns as the district MVP while Guerrero was second team all-district. PASADENA MEMORIAL MAVERICKS--Coach: Barbara Leon. 2010-11: 9-19/4-6. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Jessica Elkins; 5-8 Sr. Tori Rodrigiez; 5-6 Jr. Jackie Morales; 5-5 Jr. Tara Cole; 5-1 Sr. Haley McCaig-Franklin. GAME: Memorial advanced to bi-district against Galena Park North Shore and will look to second team all-district Elkins for more success. PASADENA EAGLES--Coach: Lori Sims. 2010-11: 2-23/0-10. NAMES: Sr. Ashley Velasquez. GAME: Pasadena must replace graduated all-district talent Mina Tobias. DISTRICT 23-5A FORT BEND AUSTIN BULLDOGS--Coach: David Kubicsek (4820). 2010-11: 24-11/10-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Nicole Blaskowsky, 20 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-4 Sr. Alexis Adams; 5-10 Sr. Pearl Ubaru; 5-9 Sr. Natalie McGaughey; 6-0 Soph. Heather Byrne. GAME: Austin advanced to bi-district against Houston Clear Lake. Four starting seniors return with a good underclass bench expected to help. District MVP Blaskowsky averaged 20 a game while first team all-district Ubaru and McGaughey are double-double players. FORT BEND HIGHTOWER HURRICANES--Coach: Deborah Mize (143-29). 2010-11: 34-5/12-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Tyler Gilbert; 6-2 Sr. Taylor Gilbert; 5-7 Jr. Alana Heard; 6-1 Sr. Jasmine Prophet. 5A Sandra Coker FB Dulles Rachel Davis FB Dulles Zoi Felts FB Dulles GAME: Hightower advanced to the regional quarterfinals against League City Clear Springs and is a strong candidate out of this region to make it to Austin. Tyler Gilbert was defensive player of the year while Prophet was newcomer of the year. Taylor Gilbert placed on the second team all-district roster. FORT BEND CLEMENTS RANGERS--Coach: Bryan Harris (224-108). 2010-11: 19-13/8-5. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Madison Wilson, 15 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-6 Jr. Taylor Forrest, 7 ppg., 2 apg.; 6-0 Jr. Michelle Bevan, 8 ppg., 4 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Paige Marquez, 6 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Sami Sharp, 5 rpg., 3 spg. GAME: Clements is coming off its first playoff appearance since 2003. The majority of the squad returns including 95 percent of the scoring. Wilson was first team all-district while Bevan was on the second team. FORT BEND ELKINS KNIGHTS-Coach: Willie Yarber (143-78). 2010-11: 18-15/12-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jasmyn Howard; 5-4 Sr. Dynay John; 5-10 Soph. K’Vonna Johnson; 5-6 Sr. Monika Patterson; 5-2 Sr. Kaylan Sanders. GAME: Elkins advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Galena Park North Shore. This is a program that will always be competing for a playoff berth, but this year must overcome the loss of graduated offensive player of the year Donielle Breaux. FORT BEND KEMPNER COUGARS--Coach: Erica Routt. 201011: 18-12/7-6. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Alex Lapeyrolerie; 5-10 Jr. Kiana Ingram; 6-1 6-1 Jr. Christinique Grice; 5-4 Sr. Crystal Okenkpu; 5-6 Jr. Mercedes Medrano; 5-7 Sr. Anita Kaduru. GAME: Watch for the difficult-to-pronounce Lapeyrolerie to make life difficult again on opponents following a first team all-district season. Help comes from second team performers Grice and Ingram for a program that continues to improve and now ready to be positioned into a playoff spot. FORT BEND DULLES VIKINGS-Coach: Mark Rosenbalm. 2010-11: 15-20/8-5. NAMES: Sr. Sandra Coker; Sr. Rachel Davis; Sr. Zoi Felts; Jr. Kiandra Brown; Jr. Miki Lewis. GAME: Dulles advanced to bi-district against League City Clear Springs. Team graduated six players off the roster, but this club should still be in the mix for a playoff spot. Leadership and tradition are strong while experience and size will be issues. FORT BEND MARSHALL BULLDOGS-Coach: Diamond Jackson-Evans. 2010-11: 6-18/4-9. NAMES: Jr. Mylana Hearn; Sr. Akilah Johnson; Sr. Cayla Phillips. GAME: Marshall missed the playoffs after going the previous year and will need to replace graduated all-district talent Domonique Liddell. FORT BEND BUSH BRONCOS-Coach: Christina Rankin. 201011: 9-19/3-10. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Denesha Richardson; 5-2 Sr. Victoria Pappion; 5-4 Sr. Trachel Phillips; 5-11 Sr. Chasity Irving; 5-2 Jr. Chassity Chov; 5-9 Jr. Jane Ohanta; 5-0 Soph. Samaria Papion; 5-8 Soph. Crystal Chidomere; 6-0 Sr. Chinelo Anakor. GAME: Richardson and Victoria Papion return to lead Bush following second team all-district seasons. FORT BEND WILLOWRIDGE EAGLES-Coach: Lance Horton. 2010-11: 1-19/0-13. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Le’Osha O’Neil; 5-10 Jr. Bethany Easterling; 5-6 Jr. Ashley Foley; 5-6 Soph. Corine Harris; 5-8 Sr. Deja Jackson; 5-9 Soph. Italy Walker-Norris. GAME: O’Neil was a bright spot for Willowridge in a second team all-district year. FORT BEND TRAVIS TIGERS—Coach: Charles “Spanky” Broussard (3-25). 2010-11: 3-25/1-12. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Allissa Brown, 8.3 ppg., 3.1 rpg., 4.1 apg., 2.3 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Toni Garrison, 7.9 ppg., 4.4. rpg., 3.5 apg., 4.6 spg; 5-9 Jr. Alex Standifird, 6.1 rpg., 2.1 apg., 1.5 spg.; 5-9 Soph. Erica Johnson, 2.2 ppg., 3.4 rpg., 1.2 bpg.; 5-7 Soph. Maxine Moore, 6.2 ppg., 2.8 rpg., 3.2 spg. GAME: Lady Tigers should improve on the floor after a grueling off-season. The guard position should be in good hands Aaliyah Brown Clear Springs Courtnie Latham Clear Springs Brooke McCarty Clear Springs with returnees Brown and Garrison setting the pace. The biggest question will be finding a way to replace Dez McCoy on the offensive and defensive ends. Standifird, Johnson and Moore must do a tremendous job on the defensive and offensive boards in order for Travis to improve. DISTRICT 24-5A LEAGUE CITY CLEAR SPRINGS CHARGERS—Coach: Pamela Crawford (396-196). 2010-11: 33-3/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Jo Ann Lira, 8 ppg., 2 rpg., 3 apg., 4 spg.; 5-4 Jr. Kaylin Roher, 8 ppg., 2 rpg., 3 apg, 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Aaliyah Brown, 15 ppg., 10 rpg., 3 apg, 3 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Courtnie Latham, 12 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 5-5 Soph. Brooke McCarty, 20 ppg., 5 rpg., 5 apg., 5 spg. GAME: Clear Springs advanced to the regional semifinals against Alief Elsik. McCarty burst on the scene as a freshman and has already captured a district MVP trophy. She was also feted as offensive player of the year and first team all-district and looks to rack up lots of hardware the next three years. McCarty has plenty of help on this juggernaut in the presence of defensive player of the year and first team all-district Brown, first team all-district Latham and second teamers Lira and Roher. LEAGUE CITY CLEAR CREEK WILDCATS-Coach: Jana Williams. 2010-11: 18-16/8-6. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Taylor Longley; 6-0 Jr. Amber Harris; 5-8 Sr. Sarah Colvin; 5-7 Jr. Brentney Branch, 18.7 ppg., 2.6 apg., 2.7 spg.; 5-11 Jr. Erin Farmer. GAME: Clear Creek advanced to bi-district against Fort Bend Elkins for the second consecutive season. Branch excelled in a first team all-district season while Harris was on the second team and Longley on the honorable mention unit. HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE FALCONS-Coach: Kirby Killingsworth. 2010-11: 22-10/11-3. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Margaret Ideler; 5-5 Sr. Natalia Dewitte; 5-9 Sr. Anne Ortiz; 5-10 Sr. Alex Kochner; 5-11 Sr. Tori Sutherland. GAME: Clear Lake advanced to the area round against Galena Park North Shore. Sutherland picked up first team alldistrict recognition while Kochner was on the second team. FRIENDSWOOD CLEAR BROOK WOLVERINES--Coach: Blair Redmon. 2010-11: 20-16/8-6. NAMES: Jr. Chelsea Ngo; Jr. Erin Morris; Sr. Karen Castonan; Jr. Megan Conner; Jr. Jerilyn James; Soph. Ryane Adams; Jr. Aliyah Owens; Sr. Erin Begle; Soph. Chassidy Harris; Sr. Megan Oldigs. GAME: Clear Brook advanced to bi-district against Fort Bend Hightower. Ngo and James placed on the honorable mention all-district roster. DICKINSON GATORS-Coach: Wendy Tucker. 2010-11: 1712/7-7. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Tannon Slater, 6.2 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 2.6 apg., 2.4 spg.; 5-9 Soph. Lauryn Caldwell, 4.9 ppg., 8.2 rpg., 1.6 spg.; 5-4 Soph. Erin Willis, 7.1 ppg., 2.7 rpg., 2.7 spg. GAME: This team is going to be young but full of energy and ready to work. Dickinson looks forward to great things to come from this group of young ladies. Slater, Caldwell and Willis were all honorable mention all-district. PEARLAND OILERS-Coach: Donna Vacek. 2010-11: 18-12/410. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Johnasha Manning; 5-7 Soph. Kiara Hudnall. GAME: Pearland shined out of district with a 14-2 mark, but had difficulty in league play. Team will turn to second team all-district Manning to move up the district ladder. CLUTE BRAZOSWOOD BUCCANEERS-Coach: Michelle Terry. 2010-11: 13-21/1-13. NAMES: Sr. Ashley Boyd; Sr. Sarah Scarborough. GAME: Brazoswood will look to replace graduated all-district talents Trish Amboree and Maddison Williams. ALVIN YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: LaToya Easter-Gisentaner. 2010-11: 7-20/2-12. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Anna Maxwell; 5-7 Jr. Taylor Owens; 5-9 Sr. Stephanie Benavides. GAME: Alvin is likely to have its struggles in this rugged district and even moreso with the loss of graduated all-district performer Alexandra Sluisman. Watch for honorable men- Adriane Davis SA Wagner Aundrea Davis SA Wagner Kiara Rivera SA Wagner tion all-district Owens to lead the attack. DISTRICT 25-5A SAN ANTONIO WAGNER THUNDERBIRDS-Coach: Christina Camacho (451-169). 2010-11: 32-7/10-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Kiara Rivera, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-5 Sr. Aundrea Davis; 5-4 Soph. Corrina Moncada; 5-6 Soph. Ashley Ross; 5-4 Sr. Adriane Davis. GAME: Wagner enjoyed a spectacular season with the pinnacle being a semfinal state tournament appearance. With the graduation of Arielle Roberson (Colorado) and Eboni Watkins (University of Texas at Arlington), the team will have big shoes to fill, but the experience coming back from playing in Austin will be good. Team is definitely losing some height and point production but the guard play of the T-Birds will be hard pressing, fast paced and relentless. Rivera and Ross are back as first team all-district talents. CIBOLO STEELE KNIGHTS-Coach: Kari Wallace. 2010-11: 2211/8-2. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. McKenzie Calvert, 15.7 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 2.9 spg.; 5-4 Sr. Elena Gumbs; 6-0 Sr. Rebekah Rightnour; 5-8 Sr. Angelica Barnes; 5-6 Sr. Domonique Smalls; 5-7 Sr. Imani Tezeno; 5-7 Soph. Jade Brady; 5-11 Sr. Tori Golsch. GAME: Steele advanced to the area round against Corpus Christi King. Calvert was the area’s newcomer of the year and as a freshman already made a commitment to Baylor. Her freshman numbers were sensational in a year in which she was also a TABC all-region pick. Gumbs adds first team all-district recognition while Rightnour was on the second team. CONVERSE JUDSON ROCKETS-Coach: Triva Corrales (191110). 2010-11: 20-14/4-6. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. LaQeisha Brown; 5-4 Sr. Krissy Chavez; 6-0 Sr. Cheyenne Miller; 5-4 Soph. Samantha Allen; 5-11 Soph. Simone Fields. GAME: Judson advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Reagan despite fielding a young team learning a new system under first-year Coach Corrales. Team expects to be more competitive building on team chemistry and pressure defense. Allen was first team all-district as a freshman while Chavez is a second teamer. NEW BRAUNFELS UNICORNS-Coach: Lance Hughey. 201011: 23-11/5-5. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Marissa Kirsch; 5-5 Sr. Olivia Baker; 5-9 Sr. Whitney Thomas. GAME: New Braunfels advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Churchill. This was a team incredibly heavy on senior star power that has now graduated. Five of the nine graduated seniors placed on all-district rosters. SAN MARCOS RATTLERS--Coach: Christina Jamerson. 201011: 11-18/3-7. NAMES: Sr. Rosalind McKinney; 5-6 Sr. Madelyn Swinney; Sr. Sabrina Garcia; Jr. Michelle Moody; Jr. Pamela Stover; Soph. Mikali Myers. GAME: San Marcos will look for improvement led by the talents of second team all-district McKinney. SEGUIN MATADORS-Coach: Matt Smith. 2010-11: 12-21/010. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Tabatha Richardson-Smith, 16.9 ppg., 9.5 rpg., 3.4 apg., 3.3 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Brittany Hernandez, 4.8 ppg., 3.7 rpg., 1.4 apg., 1.8 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Sabrina Rangel, 4.2 ppg., 4.9 rpg.; Jr. Shawna Cole, 5.4 ppg., 5.5 rpg., 1.5 apg., 2.3 spg.; Sr. Victoria Avalos, 3.4 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 1.1 spg. GAME: Seguin will be looking to rebound from a disappointing 2011 district slate. Behind the play of a strong senior class, the Lady Matadors look to improve on their record. Team is led by the scoring punch of Richardson-Smith, a first team all-district selection. This is a team built around strong teamwork and leadership, traits they hope will translate to a post-season berth. DISTRICT 26-5A SAN ANTONIO REAGAN RATTLERS--Coach: Terry Barton (282-204). 2010-11: 28-8/11-1. TexPreps Basketball | Page 87 NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Sabrina Berry, 12.2 ppg., 4.9 rpg., 1.5 apg., 1.1 bpg., 1.5 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Moriah Mack, 10.2 ppg., 4.6 rpg., 2.2 apg., 2.2 spg.; 5-9 Soph. Wendy Knight, 10 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 1.7 apg., 1.1 spg. GAME: Reagan advanced to the area round against San Antonio Stevens. Team returns three starters and seven lettermen to a district winner that this year is seeking its first appearance in the regional tournament. Berry was named to the all-area roster and was first team all-district along with Mack while Knight was on the second team. SAN ANTONIO CHURCHILL CHARGERS-Coach: Cal Wulfsberg. 2010-11: 25-10/9-3. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Leslie Vorpahl, 14.8 ppg., 4.2 rpg., 8.2 apg., 3.2 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Jordan Holub; Jr. Carly Truesdale; Sr. Danielle Espinoza. GAME: Churchill advanced to the area round against San Antonio Jay in Coach Wulfsberg’s first season. This year has the makings for an even better season as all-area and TABC all-region Vorpahl will lead the way. She is joined by fellow first team all-district stars Holub and Truesdale and second teamer Espinoza. SAN ANTONIO JOHNSON JAGUARS—Coach: Audra Bredemeyer. 2010-11: 20-13/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Katie Burcham; Soph. Recee’ Caldwell; Jr. Brie Foreman; Jr. Alexis Torres; Sr. Sarah Wilson; Sr. Bailey Ulrich; Sr. Lila Milbes; Sr. Shelby Carter. GAME: Caldwell was sensational in a debut freshman season that saw her grab second team all-district recognition. Burcham chipped in with honorable mention recognition. SAN ANTONIO MADISON MAVERICKS-Coach: Tracy Hastings (361-194). 2010-11: 7-24/1-11. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Briana Jones, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. Monica Perez, 9.2 ppg., 5.8 rpg., 2.2 apg.; 5-5 Sr. Ashton Gulczewski, 5.4 ppg., 1.9 apg. GAME: Perez is a young up-and-coming leader for Madison after grabbing second team all-district recognition. SAN ANTONIO MACARTHUR BRAHMAS-Coach: Jessica Meador. 2010-11: 19-17/7-5. NAMES: Jr. Natasha Kindred; Soph. Amy Saucedo. GAME: MacArthur advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Wagner. Team must replace a trio of all-district talents making it imperative that the younger players grow up in a hurry. SAN ANTONIO ROOSEVELT ROUGH RIDERS-Coach: Rob Rheinberger. 2010-11: 25-11/9-3. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Niaga Mitchell-Cole; 5-8 Jr. Kelly Still; 5-8 Jr. E’kara Mitchell; 5-9 Soph. Edda Pavon; 5-8 Sr. Anika Prather. GAME: Roosevelt advanced to bi-district against Cibolo Steele but graduated a whopping 10 seniors. Mitchell-Cole is as good as they come and returns following an all-area and first team all-district season. SAN ANTONIO LEE VOLUNTEERS--Coach: Denise Mikulenka. 2010-11: 10-21/1-11. NAMES: Sr. Deziree Prado; Sr. Sara Gomez. GAME: This district is never easy going for Lee and is likely made more difficult with the graduation of all-district talent Mariah Silva. spg.; 5-10 Soph. Kiara McGee. GAME: Taft advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi King. Team returns four starters who all play together and will be complemented by a deep and athletic bench. Smith was selected second team all-district. SAN ANTONIO STEVENS FALCONS--Coach: Annissa Hastings. 2010-11: 28-9/13-3. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Nicole Salazar, 3.7 ppg., 1.3 rpg., 2 apg.; 6-1 Jr. Elexus Allen, 5.2 ppg., 5.8 rpg., 1.7 spg.; 6-2 Jr. Amalya Lewinson; 5-2 Soph. Julia Rendon, 4.4 ppg., 1.4 rpg.; 5-11 Soph. Deleesha Monroe, 2 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 bpg. GAME: Stevens advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Corpus Christi King. Lady Falcons will be re-loaded with a young squad and have supreme confidence after advancing to the third round against a senior-laden team. Allen was named second team all-district. SAN ANTONIO MARSHALL RAMS—Coach: Erin Albrecht. 2010-11: 12-22/4-12. NAMES: 5-4 Soph. Carlie Heineman; 5-8 Jr. KK Saenz; 5-8 Jr. Serina Lopez; 5-11 Sr. Kaitlyn Goertz. GAME: Marshall missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Heinemann will be a leader for years to come after being named newcomer of the year. SAN ANTONIO WARREN WARRIORS-Coach: Wendy Mead. 2010-11: 18-17/8-8. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Miranda Huerta; 5-8 Sr. Jessica Esparza; 5-4 Jr. Aaliyah Granderson; 5-7 Jr. Meghan Cantu. GAME: This is a very young and inexperienced team and is likely in a rebuilding year. If the team chemistry comes around Warren might be a dark horse to make the postseason. SAN ANTONIO BRANDEIS BRONCOS—Coach: John Ince. 2010-11: 11-21/3-13. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Alyssa Browne, 12 ppg.; 5-5 Soph. Hannah Thompson; 5-7 Sr. Rose Maldonado; 5-10 Jr. Amara Parker, 7 ppg., 7 rpg. GAME: Brandeis lost only two seniors to graduation, so the bulk of the team returns. Most of the kids have played together for the past three seasons and are ready to make a statement in a very competitive district. SAN ANTONIO CLARK COUGARS-Coach: Richard Herbst (541-267). 2010-11: 11-21/5-11. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Sarah Flourney; 5-10 Sr. MacKenzie White; 5-8 Sr. Ashley Salinas; 5-9 Jr. Kristen Lye; 5-8 Sr. Samantha Biemer. GAME: Clark will need to replace the firepower of graduated all-district sensation Hannah Gulley. SAN ANTONIO HOLMES HUSKIES-Coach: Stacy Conway. 2010-11: 11-22/3-13. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Abby Arredondo; 5-5 Jr. Kelley Moreno; 5-5 Sr. Megan Torres; 5-5 Sr. Kalaysia Sheridan; 5-4 Soph. Renee Sanchez; 5-8 Sr. Emerald Herrera; 5-2 Soph. Emily Gutierrez; 5-11 Jr. Asia Rowell. GAME: Holmes is not void of talent with the return of second team all-district performer Arredondo. DISTRICT 27-5A CORPUS CHRISTI KING MUSTANGS-Coach: Nicole DunsonMcNary. 2010-11: 30-8/10-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Kelsie Jackson; 5-7 Jr. Natalie Hessong; 5-10 Sr. Emily Frazier; 5-4 Sr. Samantha Gonzales; 6-0 Sr. Erin Barre. GAME: King advanced to the regional final against San Antonio Wagner and once again expects to make a lot of postseason noise. Jackson was accorded second team all-district recognition and will be the floor leader. SAN ANTONIO HIGHLANDS OWLS-Coach: Adrianna Wiatrek (67-130). 2010-11: 25-11/8-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jourdan Doffeny; 4-10 Sr. Priscilla Chavez; 5-4 Jr. Destiny Morales; 5-7 Sr. Marissa Handsom; 5-6 Sr. Cobranekia Thompson. GAME: Highlands advanced to bi-district against San Antonio O’Connor but must replace graduated district MVP Pearl Thomas. Doffeny returns after a stellar first team all-district season. SAN ANTONIO SOUTHWEST DRAGONS--Coach: Bill Avey (270-137). 2010-11: 20-15/5-5. NAMES: 5-5 Soph. Tiffani Rodriguez; 5-5 Jr. Kimberley Castillo; 5-5 Sr. Rudi Contreras; 5-6 Sr. Crystal Hines; 5-6 Sr. Melissa Loera; 5-1 Sr. Jazz’mere Robinson; 5-6 Sr. Julissa Saenz; 5-5 Sr. Bianca Tavitas; 5-4 Sr. Destiny Trinidad; 5-5 Sr. Karla Villa. GAME: Southwest advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Stevens. Team will need to replace the double-double averages of graduated Chatavia Boone-Fudge and the scoring firepower of Shana Holmes. Look for district newcomer SAN ANTONIO JAY MUSTANGS--Coach: Mike Floyd (590293). 2010-11: 31-6/16-0. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Destiny Amezquita; 6-1 Jr. Aleeya Harris; 5-6 Soph. Antania Newton; 5-10 Jr. Miranda Garcia; 5-8 Sr. Ashley Mandujano; 5-9 Sr. April Vera; 6-3 Sr. Raven Reyes. GAME: Jay advanced to the regional quarterfinals against San Antonio Wagner. Uber-talented Erica Donovan has graduated, so others are going to be called upon to continue the program’s tradition of excellence. Still, there is talent ready to continue the tradition led by first team all-district Amezquita and Harris. SAN ANTONIO O’CONNOR PANTHERS-Coach: Karmen Wilson. 2010-11: 20-15/11-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Ebony Easter; 5-5 Sr. Katelyn Hinson; 5-9 Sr. Kristina Schuler; 5-5 Jr. Alexis Copeland; 5-7 Sr. Shalyse Garcia; 5-1 Soph. Miranda Moreno; 5-3 Jr. Brenda Ramirez; 6-1 Sr. Adrianna Salvador. GAME: O’Connor advanced to the area round against San Antonio Wagner. Look for the team to put all their eggs in Easter’s basket after she was named to the all-area and first team all-district teams. SAN ANTONIO TAFT RAIDERS-Coach: Lynette Joiner. 201011: 20-14/10-6. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Bria Ford, 6 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Kiara Smith, 11 ppg., 9 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Monet Neal, 10 ppg., 8 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-6 Jr. Shaniah Harper, 5 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 2 TexPreps Basketball | Page 88 DISTRICT 28-5A of the year Rodriguez to be even more assertive. CORPUS CHRISTI CARROLL TIGERS-Coach: Leticia Canales. 2010-11:17-16/ 3-7. NAMES: Jr. Nadia Diaz; Sr. Gabby Montalvo; Jr. Hannah Garcia; Jr. Ceara O’Donnell. GAME: Carroll advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Jay. Diaz anchors the team following an honorable mention all-district year. SOUTH SAN ANTONIO BOBCATS-Coach: Lucy Sanchez. 2010-11: 19-17/2-8. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Andrea Rodriguez; 5-8 Jr. Lauren Rubio; 5-9 Sr. Nicole Ussery; 5-9 Jr. Savannah Villanueva; 5-6 Jr. Selena Cardenas; 5-6 Jr. Evelyn Huizar; 5-9 Sr. Monica Avila. GAME: Things are looking up for South San with plenty of returning talent paced by first team all-district Rubio and honorable mention tabs Villanueva and Ussery. SAN ANTONIO EAST CENTRAL HORNETS-Coach: Jennifer Brewer. 2010-11: 12-21/2-8. NAMES: Jr. Azaria Nave. GAME: East Central will need to replace the production of graduated all-district performer Dionecia Warr. DISTRICT 29-5A LAREDO ALEXANDER BULLDOGS-Coach: Javier Reyes (13439). 2010-11: 32-5/17-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jessica Prieto, 18.6 ppg., 5.7 rpg, 8.8 apg., 9.9 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Lizzie Prieto, 10 ppg., 12.2 rpg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Darian Canno, 9.6 ppg., 11 rpg., 2.4 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Kariela Escamilla, 8 ppg., 4.5 apg., 5.5 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Miriam Lopez, 6 ppg., 3 rpg., 4.5 spg. GAME: Alexander advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Edinburg. After making their third trip to this round, this starting five who have been playing together for three years will be ready to make a deep run in the playoffs once again. This group has a 90-18 record. Led by all-state, allregion and district MVP Jessica Prieto, the Lady Bulldogs hope to break that barrier and advance deeper into the postseason. This team has a defensive identity but will pick up transition points thanks to the fullcourt man defense. DEL RIO RAMS--Coach: Jim Jost. 2010-11: 30-8/17-1. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Jazmin Torres; 5-5 Jr. Mattie Turner; 5-7 Jr. Kelsey Green; 5-6 Sr. Valeria Guevara. GAME: Del Rio advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Harlingen South and will again be a strong competitor for a district championship. Torres is a dynamic first team all-district selection while Green and Guevara were on the second team. LAREDO LBJ WOLVES--Coach: R.W. Burrier. 2010-11: 1913/11-7. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Dalia Castilla, 8 ppg., 5 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Carolann Golden, 17.1 ppg. GAME: Lady Wolves return three solid starters including district defensive MVP Golden and second team all-district Castilla. Golden is expected to improve her gaudy scoring average and overall tenacity on the floor. LBJ has adopted a run-and-gun style of play that has produced two players who combined for 250 threes in two years. LAREDO NIXON MUSTANGS-Coach: LeaAnn Mendoza. 2010-11: 22-14/11-7. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Sammie Garcia; 5-5 Sr. Edith Artolozaga; 5-3 Sr. Priscilla Rangel; Jr. Esther Garcia; Jr. Natalie Medina; Sr. Ileana Castillo; Sr. Christina Vela; Sr. Lisa Villarreal. GAME: Nixon advanced to bi-district against Mission Sharyland. Watch for Sammie Garcia to lead following a first team all-district season. Artolozaga and Medina chipped in with honorable mention recognition. LAREDO UNITED LONGHORNS-Coach: Ian Ward. 2010-11: 18-14/10-8. NAMES: Soph. Abby Magana; Sr. Magdaly Villarreal; Sr. Alyssa Molano; Sr. Clarissa Chavez; Jr. Adriana Morales; Sr. Adriana Chavez; Sr. Alejandra Barrera; Jr. Valeria Gonzales; Jr. Stephanie Hernandez; Sr. Jessica Hernandez. GAME: United missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and welcomes Coach Ward. Jessica Hernandez was named newcomer of the year while Morales and Villarreal were both honorable mention. LAREDO CIGARROA TOROS-Coach: Ale Arreguin. 2010-11: 8-23/6-12. NAMES: Sr. Deandra Gonzalez. GAME: Cigarroa has had recent struggles but there is optimism around these days with the return of first team alldistrict Gonzalez. EAGLE PASS EAGLES-Coach: Ruben Besa. NAMES: Sr. Kimberly Picaso; Sr. Krizanna Saucedo; Jr. Nelly Cedillo; Jr. Stephanie Gonzalez; Sr. Lizzette Marmolejo; Soph. Jennifer Rodriguez; Sr. Joanna Negrete; Sr. Cristell Perez; Soph. Mary Botello; Sr. Veronica Rodriguez. GAME: The good news is that Eagle Elva Hinojosa Karla Trevino LaJoya LaJoya Pass returns several players to the varisty, but the bad is they must replace all-district star Alexia Rodriguez. LAREDO UNITED SOUTH PANTHERS-Coach: Jonathan Cherry. 2010-11: 24-14/11-7. NAMES: Sr. Elaine Herrera; Jr. Christina Garcia. GAME: United South advanced to the area round against Edinburg but took a hit on graduation. Watch for first team all-district Herrera to lead the club. LAREDO MARTIN TIGERS-Coach: Julio Cantu. 2010-11: 8-26/3-15. NAMES: Sr. Amy Delgado. GAME: Delgado will lead Martin after a first team all-district campaign. EAGLE PASS WINN MAVERICKS—Coach: Pat Hernandez. NAMES: Jr. Nelly Cedillo; Sr. Kimberly Piscado; Sr. Valerie Ibarra. GAME: Winn looks to pick up the pace behind honorable mention all-district performer Cedillo. DISTRICT 30-5A MISSION SHARYLAND RATTLERS-Coach: Dale Whitaker. 2010-11: 23-13/12-2. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Clarissa Suarez; Sr. Savannah Prichard; 5-3 Jr. Ciaira Briseno; 6-0 Sr. Laura Eberly; 5-7 Sr. Chelsey Leal. GAME: Sharyland advanced to the area round against Harlingen South but graduated district MVP Chelsea Cole. Watch for the dynamic second team all-district tandem of Suarez and Prichard to set the pace. Help comes from honorable mention Eberly. MCALLEN BULLDOGS-Coach: Roy Gonzalez. 2010-11: 2116/10-4. NAMES: Sr. Anitria Flores; Sr. Arie Guerra; Sr. Yucsili Rauda; Sr. Sarah Christiansen; Jr. Brittany Underwood; Jr. Shantay Garcia; Jr. Diana Herzberg; Jr. Rita Olivarez. GAME: McAllen advanced to bi-district against Laredo Alexander for the second consecutive season. Guerra nabbed second team all-district accolades and will lead the club. MCALLEN MEMORIAL MUSTANGS-Coach: Jina Johnson. 2010-11: 19-17/12-2. NAMES: Jr. Madeline Kaufman; Sr. Nicole Garza; Jr. Monica Andrade; Jr. Ashley Sanchez; Jr. Alexxis Zuniga; Sr. Jessica Salazar. GAME: Memorial advanced to bi-district against Laredo United South. The first objective for the team is replacing a pair of graduated first team all-district stars in Rebekah Jimenez and Tayler Stanton. Honorable mention all-district picks Kaufman and Salazar are expected to shoulder a heavier load. MISSION EAGLES-Coach: Rene G. Garza (498-287). 2010-11: 14-15/5-9. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Alexandra Cedillo, 12.8 ppg., 5.4 apg.; 5-7 Jr. Carolee Lopez, 9.5 ppg., 7.4 rpg. GAME: Lady Eagles will be improved in shooting, experience, pressure defense, team play and traditional skills. Look for this team to improve with each game behind first team alldistrict Cedillo. MCALLEN ROWE WARRIORS-Coach: Raul Vega. 2010-11: 6-26/2-12. NAMES: Jr. Solveig Klassen; Sr. Yarelli Rios. GAME: Rowe missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year but will have a solid pair of building blocks in place in second team all-district Klassen and honorable mention pick Rios. LA JOYA COYOTES-Coach: Daniel C. Morales. 2010-11: 1915/7-7. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Elva Hinojosa, 14.5 ppg., 3.9 apg., 5.7 spg.; 5-3 Soph. Karla Trevino, 11.7 ppg., 3.5 apg., 4.6 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Leyla Platas, 8 ppg. GAME: Lady Coyotes lost three players to graduation and return four starters. Some experience should help provide the needed stability to make a push for the playoffs. Watch for sensational district newcomer of the year Trevino to lead the charge with help from first team all-district Hinojosa. DONNA BRAVES-Coach: Gloria Miller. 2010-11: 20-13/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Jamie Pena. GAME: Donna advanced to bi-district against Del Rio. The team was socked by graduation with a trio of senior alldistrict talents no longer on the roster. Overcoming this adversity and generating new leaders will be keys to success. LA JOYA PALMVIEW LOBOS—Coach: Juan Reyna. 2010-11: 4-27/0-14. NAMES: Jr. Amber Garza. GAME: Garza was honorable mention all-district as a sophomore and the young centerpiece for Palmview. DISTRICT 31-5A HARLINGEN CARDINALS-Coach: Nora Zamarripa. 2010-11: 29-6/11-3. NAMES: Sr. Bianka Martinez, 13.6 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; Sr. Demmee Rodriguez, 10.7 ppg., 7.4 spg.; Sr. Brenda Vargas; Jr. Jessica Sanchez; Jr. Itzyana Sanchez; Sr. Kelsey Liebert; Sr. Lupitz Ortiz; Soph. Tatiana Trevino; Soph. Kendall Carter; Jr. Melinette Pallares; Jr. Alexis Martinez; Sr. Ruby Garcia; Soph. Carina Garcia. GAME: Harlingen advanced to the area round against Del Rio and returns plenty of explosive weapons to the roster. Defensive player of the year Rodriguez will again be called upon to put the clamps on the opposition. Newcomer of the year Itzyana Sanchez should be even more involved this year. Bianka Martinez was second team all-district and also a talent. EDINBURG BOBCATS-Coach: Rachel J. Carmona (442-163). 2010-11: 30-8/11-3. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Micheline Mercelita, 13.1 ppg., 15.4 rpg., 1.6 apg., 5.9 bpg., 2.8 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Patricia Hernandez, 4.5 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-4 Jr. Eileen Martinez, 4.5 ppg., 2 apg. GAME: Edinburg advanced to the regional semifinals for the second consecutive season, this time against Corpus Christi King. Mercelita had monster numbers as a sophomore and was named TABC all-region and first team all-district in averaging a double-double. Hernandez and Martinez were honorable mention all-district. EDINBURG NORTH COUGARS-Coach: Jenny Rae GaytanGarcia. 2010-11: 19-15/9-5. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Vicky Pena, 16.2 ppg., 6.8 rpg.; Sr. Annie Badillo; Jr. Larissa Arriola; Sr. Mariah Garcia; Soph. Tracy Shumpert; Sr. Desiree Dominguez; Sr. Iannelly Espinoza; Sr. Crystal Cantu. GAME: Edinburg North advanced to bi-district against San Benito. Watch for sensational offensive player of the year Pena to accelerate her game. Arriola, Badillo and Dominguez chipped in with honorable mention all-district recognition. HARLINGEN SOUTH HAWKS-Coach: Dawn Engleman (27456). 2010-11: 29-8/13-1. NAMES: 5-2 Jr. Jaclyn Robles; 5-7 Jr. Jacklynn Martinez; 5-6 Jr. Gabby Cavazos; 5-1 Soph. Mariah Guevara; 5-4 Jr. Melissa Quintanilla; 5-3 Sr. Mari Vegara. GAME: South advanced to the regional semifinals against San Antonio Wagner. Cavazos was honorable mention alldistrict on a team that graduated a whopping six all-district players for Coach of the Year Dawn Engleman. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO NORTH RAIDERS-Coach: Randy Bocanegra. 2010-11: 18-16/4-10. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Cassie Aleman; Jr. Kirstin Sifuentes; Sr. Bry Cuellar; Sr. Amanda Cortez; Sr. Brenda Borrego; 5-10 Jr. Jamie Parrao; Jr. Selena Medina; Sr. Ileen Torres; Soph. Amy Dominguez; Sr. Daisy Coronado; Jr. Yahaira Suarez; Sr. Samantha Vaillarreal; Sr. Priscilla Rodriguez. GAME: A young North team graduated only three seniors from the roster and should be more experienced. Aleman is a second team all-district talent and team leader. Borrego, Sifuentes, Torres, Cuellar and Parrao were all honorable mention all-district picks for a club that should contend for a post-season berth. EDINBURG ECONOMEDES JAGUARS-Coach: Kelly Garrett (81-82). 2010-11: 11-23/2-12. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Leigha Brown; 5-5 Sr. Yvette Garza; 5-6 Sr. Kenia Gonzalez; 5-8 Sr. Rachel Rodriguez; 5-7 Sr. Stephanie Escobedo; 5-8 Sr. Deissy Sauceda; 5-3 Jr. Blanca Barrientos. GAME: What Brown did for Economedes was earn second team all-district recognition. Honorable mention appointees Sauceda, Rodriguez and Barrientos will also supply talent. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO BEARS-Coach: Iris Garza. 201011: 19-14/6-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Lisa Mancillas; 5-5 Jr. Nikki Vela; 4-9 Sr. Serena Olivarez; 5-2 Soph. Cecilia Garza. GAME: Mancillas is an outstanding second team all-district performer and will lead the team. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO MEMORIAL WOLVERINESCoach: Ricardo Badillo. 2010-11: 2-30/0-14. GAME: Last year was the most trying of times for Memorial, which went winless in league play. DISTRICT 32-5A SAN BENITO GREYHOUNDS-Coach: Clarisse Arredondo. 2010-11: 26-9/13-1. NAMES: Sr. Kassandra Sanchez; Sr.Alex Cerda; Sr. Sarah Garcia; Sr. Vanessa Flores; Sr. Christina Rodriguez. GAME: San Benito advanced to the area round against Laredo Alexander but must replace graduated district MVP Amanda Garza. It was the school’s first district title and first playoff win in school history. Look for first team all-district Sanchez to continue her ascent with help coming from second team all-district Cerda and Garcia and honorable mention picks Flores and Rodriguez. LOS FRESNOS FALCONS-Coach: Kim Edquist (387-273). 2010-11: 24-11/12-2. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Chanel Eubanks-Texada; 5-6 Sr. Karla Burnias; 5-5 Sr. Vanessa Betancourt; 5-6 Sr. Hayley Weaver; 5-2 Jr. Isela Gutierrez; 5-3 Soph. Jocelyn Alvarez; 5-3 Jr. Danielle Wright; 5-5 Sr. Crystal Esquibel; 5-2 Sr. Angela Rodriguez; 5-10 Jr. Ivanna Mendoza. GAME: Los Fresnos advanced to bi-district against Harlingen for the second consecutive season. This will again be a talented squad and one that should again sniff the postseason. Watch for sophomore of the year Eubanks-Texada along with honorable mention all-district picks Burnias, Betancourt and Weaver to lead the way. BROWNSVILLE HANNA EAGLES-Coach: Willie Brown (135102). 2010-11: 18-16/7-7. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Sarah Ortiz; 5-6 Sr. Ivette Sanchez; 5-3 Sr. Gabrielle Uhles; 5-6 Soph. Crystal Perez; 5-6 Sr. Ashley Lopez; 5-1 Jr. Guiana Hinojosa; 5-5 Sr. Vania Garcia; 5-3 Soph. Miranda Gonzalez; 5-5 Jr. Lessy Garza. GAME: Sanchez sparkled in a second team all-district campaign and has emerged the leader of the team, which must replace eight graduated seniors. Also watch for honorable mention all-district performers Ortiz and Perez. WESLACO PANTHERS-Coach: Griselda Fino. 2010-11: 1414/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Soph. Laura Van Tillburg; Jr. Jasmine Garza; Jr. Angela Johnson. GAME: Weslaco advanced to bi-district against Edinburg for the second consecutive season. The team graduated an ample amount of talent and will turn to a trio of honorable mention all-district picks in Van Tillburg, Garza and Johnson in the push for another playoff berth. BROWNSVILLE LOPEZ LOBOS-Coach: Minnie Tarbet. 201011: 12-16/7-7. NAMES: Sr. Vanessa Trevino; Sr. Margarita Garcia; Jr. Perla Guzman. GAME: Lopez advanced to bi-district against Harlingen South. Trevino excelled in a second team all-district campaign and will lead the squad with help from honorable mention all-district talents Garcia and Guzman. BROWNSVILLE RIVERA RAIDERS-Coach: Abel Moreno Sr. 2010-11: 11-20/5-9. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Claudia Rodriguez; 5-4 Sr. Monica Salazar; Sr. Sam Diaz. GAME: Rivera is another club that should be more prepared for a playoff push with some returning talent. Salazar was a first team all-district pick while Diaz was honorable mention. BROWNSVILLE PACE VIKINGS-Coach: Kristy Metzmaker. 2010-11: 8-26/2-12. NAMES: Sr. Bianca Espinoza; Jr. Cassie Gomez; Sr. Nikki Padilla; Jr. Trish Cavazos; Jr. Sarah Gonzalez. GAME: Pace will not be hurting for talent with the return of first team all-district Espinoza, second teamer Gomez and honorable mention picks Padilla, Cavazos and Gonzalez. BROWNSVILLE PORTER COWBOYS-Coach: Veronica Garcia. 2010-11: 2-20/0-14. NAMES: Sr. Pola Montes; Sr. Amanda De Leon; Sr. Kassandra Perez; Jr. Sophia Flores. GAME: Porter will be guided this year with some strong leadership. Montes, De Leon, Perez and Flores were all named honorable mention all-district. TexPreps Basketball | Page 89 5A TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 4A GIRLS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Canyon—We don’t know if it is coaching habit or what, but how do you go against the undefeated state champ? Beaumont Ozen—Asia Booker and Co. played Canyon to a tight 44-39 title game and could again face off in Austin. Mansfield Summit—District MVP Maya Hawkins returns to lead a team that fell to Canyon in the regional semis. Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill—Watch for 6-4 district MVP Kendall Shaw to lead a deep and talented team. Dallas Lincoln—District MVP Camesha Turner guides a team that was again a tourney team last year and could be again. West Mesquite—Sha-georgia Williams is back after a district MVP year and leads a team that rolled to the regional final. Rockwall—A team under Jill McDill that is loaded as always with district co-MVP Alyssa Lang and all starters returning. Frisco Wakeland—Another power out of Region 2 should be formidable despite graduating district MVP Haley Texada. Cedar Park Vista Ridge—After a regional final showing, this team and district MVP Chinwe Duru are ready for more. Huntsville—Jay Oliphant’s club had a taste of the regional finals against Beaumont Ozen and looks for more with Ceidra Coleman. Brianna Dominguez EP Irvin Asheley Minjarez EP Irvin Taj Kirah Wallace EP Irvin CLASS 4A DISTRICT 1-4A EL PASO CHAPIN HUSKIES-Coach: Marlee Webb (224-88). 2010-11: 29-6/13-1. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Kristina Higgins; 5-9 Jr. Jada Ellis; 5-6 Sr. Haley Winters; 5-5 Sr. Stephanie Rey; 5-6 Sr. Deborah Lozoya; 5-0 Jr. Samantha Alvara; 5-6 Sr. Christina Alvara; 5-3 Jr. Amber Zubiate; 5-11 Jr. Bobbi Bullet. GAME: Chapin advanced to the area round against Wolfforth Frenship. Team returns four starters and one of the TexPreps Basketball | Page 90 best post players in the state in Higgins. EL PASO IRVIN ROCKETS--Coach: Rita Minjarez. 2010-11: 25-7/13-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Ashley Minjarez, 14 ppg., 3.3 rpg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Mari Medina, 2.5 ppg., 2.2 rpg., 1.5 apg., 1.5 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Brianna Dominguez, 11 ppg., 6.5 rpg., 3 apg., 2.6 spg.; 5-11 Jr. Taj Kirah Vania Anane EP Jefferson Wallace, 2.5 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Irvin advanced to bi-district against Clint Horizon. EL PASO BURGES MUSTANGS--Coach: Cynthia Hernandez (297-142). 2010-11: 26-7/10-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Allison Jackson; 5-7 Soph. Kahlia Lawrence; 5-7 Soph. Gabrielle Bowie; 5-4 Sr. Brianna Antuna; 5-3 Sr. Sam Perez; 5-6 Sr. Jennifer Carrillo; 5-7 Jr. Kim Menchaca; 5-5 Sr. Victoria Rios; 4-10 Sr. Emily Coleman. GAME: Burges advanced to the area round against Canyon and only graduated three seniors from a deep and talented roster. EL PASO JEFFERSON SILVER FOXES-Coach: Noel Castaneda. 2010-11: 12-20/1-13. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Vania Anane, 18.8 ppg., 7 rpg., 2.1 apg., 4.1 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Ariana Duran, 10.1 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-3 Jr. Alexis Torres, 4.1 ppg.; 5-3 Soph. Oksana Fierro; 5-9 Soph. Bethany Drummond. GAME: A very young team last season led to a sub-par record. Expect TABC all-region senior Anane and fellow senior Duran to lead another young team. All but one player returns from last year. With varsity experience and the addition of Drummond from the JV expect the Silver Foxes to compete in this tough district. EL PASO ANDRESS EAGLES-Coach: Deanna De La Cruz. 2010-11: 16-15/6-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Ashley Wells; 5-1 Soph. Samantha Jackson. GAME: Andress advanced to bi-district against Canutillo after topping El Paso High School in a playoff tiebreaker but is in need of replacing numerous graduated seniors. EL PASO AUSTIN PANTHERS--Coach: Esther Chavez. 201011: 14-16/5-9. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Victoria Mora; 5-8 Sr. Jaclyn Bautista; 5-3 Sr. Halima Marion; 5-6 Sr. Yesenia Ramirez; 5-3 Jr. Natalia Naputo; 5-3 Sr. Mariah Torres; 5-3 Sr. Victoria Villescas. GAME: Austin is looking at replacing four seniors and should be one of the clubs in the playoff chase. EL PASO HIGH TIGERS--Coach: Ron Collins. 2010-11: 1716/6-8. NAMES: Sr. Gaby Sepulveda; Jr. Cayla Molina; Jr. Claudia Santiestaban. GAME: El Paso showed tremendous improvement in going from 4-23/2-12 to 17-16/6-8 and just missing the postseason after losing a playoff tiebreaker game to El Paso Andress. EL PASO BOWIE BEARS--Coach: Alfred Miranda. 2010-11: 8-17/2-12. GAME: Bowie is likely to have its fair share of struggles in this district. DISTRICT 2-4A CLINT HORIZON SCORPIONS-Coach: Arturo Escobar. 201011: 26-7/9-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Leah Rangel; 5-2 Sr. Janelle Perez, 20 ppg., 7 apg., 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Leslie Caballero; 5-9 Sr. Shawna Lee; 5-1 Jr. Kenia Acosta; Jr. Stephanie Hoffman. GAME: Horizon advanced to the area round against Denton Ryan for the second consecutive season. Hoffman was co-newcomer of the year while Caballero and Rangel were first team all-district and Lee was honorable mention. CANUTILLO EAGLES--Coach: Ron Ballinger (178-112). 2010-11: 24-7/11-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Jessica Galaviz; 5-4 Sr. Danielle Acevedo; 5-6 Sr. Taylor Splawn; 5-9 Sr. Anna Rubio; 5-11 Sr. Erika Gonzalez. GAME: Canutillo advanced to the area round against Plainview and will be a team fueled by senior leadership. District MVP Nandie Adams has graduated, but first team all-district Galaviz and second teamer Gonzalez return to lead the way. EL PASO DEL VALLE CONQUISTADORS--Coach: Gabby Diaz. 2010-11: 12-20/5-7. NAMES: 5-1 Sr. Briana Melendez; 5-10 Sr. Marissa Fernandez; 5-10 Sr. Andrea Archuleta; 5-7 Jr. Velma Dearing; 5-6 Jr. Bridgette Leyva; 5-1 Soph. Taylor Acosta. GAME: Del Valle advanced to bi-district against El Paso Chapin. Watch for exciting co-newcomer of the year Acosta to lead with help from honorable mention all-district Melendez. EL PASO RIVERSIDE RANGERS-Coach: Kristi Graham. 201011: 20-13/10-2. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Mia Bernal; 5-3 Jr. Iris Marrufo; 5-6 Sr. Dorothy Stewart. GAMES: Riverside advanced to bi-district against El Paso Burges but is staring at replacing eight seniors who graduated off the 11-player roster. EL PASO YSLETA INDIANS--Coach: Fernie Rizo. 2010-11: 8-22/3-9. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Ashley Espino; 5-4 Sr. Araceli Vick; Jr. Avoree Villegas; 5-5 Sr. Stacy Ballez; 5-7 Sr. Celeste Lake; 5-9 Sr. Brenda Miranda. GAME: Lake had opponents crying a river after a second team all-district campaign. EL PASO PARKLAND MATADORS-Coach: Anthony Jamison. 2010-11: 3-22/1-11. NAMES: Sr. Selina Cortez; 5-7 Sr. Kayla Wimbush; 5-10 Sr. Allie Dudley; 6-0 Sr. Jhane Lovato-Walker. GAME: Parkland missed the playoffs and endured a rough season one year after advancing to the playoffs. SAN ELIZARIO EAGLES--Coach: Ed Whiteman. 2010-11: 9-17/3-9. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Denise Heredia; 5-0 Sr. Josie Flores; 5-2 Jr. Veronica Alvarez; 5-2 Jr. Denise Araujo; 5-6 Sr. Jackie Cano. GAME: San Elizario is looking at replacing seven graduated seniors off the roster. DISTRICT 3-4A CANYON EAGLES-Coach: Joe Lombard (1,100-98). 2010-11: 38-0/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Shawna Monreal; 5-6 Sr. Shayla Monreal; 5-1 Sr. Taylor Macklin; 5-10 Sr. Morgan Dean; 5-11 Soph. Madison Parker. GAME: Incomparable coach Joe Lombard hit the 1,100 career-win mark as Canyon won yet another state championship, 44-39, over Austin LBJ. As always, talent is at the ready at Canyon even when star players graduate. This year is no different, and while there is much work to be done, look for this team to be hitting on all cylinders come dis- trict play. Depth will be a major strength for a team with a customary bullseye on its back. Shawna Monreal was first team all-district. WOLFFORTH FRENSHIP TIGERS-Coach: Terry Lowrey. 2010-11: 24-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jasslyn Portillo, 9.8 ppg.; 5-7 Sr. TaSheena Moore; 5-11 Sr. Brooke Barker; 5-4 Sr. McKenna Chancellor; Jr. Allison Rohrer; Jr. Malori Maddox; Jr. Ashlee Delacruz; Jr. Abria Thomas. GAME: Frenship returns four senior starters from a regional quarterfinalist that met eventual state champion and district rival Canyon. Barker is a TGCA all-state selection who makes good decisions on the basketball court befitting a player currently ranked 12th academically out of a class of 500. Portillo was the district newcomer of the year and first team all-South Plains while Thomas was second team all-district and Moore honorable mention. PLAINVIEW BULLDOGS-Coach: Danny Wrenn (557-169). 2010-11: 31-5/11-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Laura Castillo, 11 ppg., 4 apg.; 6-0 Jr. Bailey Davis, 2.1 ppg., 2.2 rpg. GAME: Plainview advanced to the regional final against district rival Canyon before suffering a tough 42-40 overtime loss. This will be a very young team after losing 10 seniors and will turn to Avalanche-Journal all-South Plains first team Castillo. CANYON RANDALL RAIDERS-Coach: Ronnie Glenn. 201011: 15-14/7-7. NAMES: Sr. Macy Ramsey; Jr. Reagan Klein; Jr. Delaney Burney; Sr. Ashley Hartman; Jr. Arian Parr; Soph. MacKenzie Johnston. GAME: Randall missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. First team all-district stars Lexi Palacios and Jade Cordova have graduated, so others are going to need to step up for the team to have sustained success. AMARILLO PALO DURO DONS-Coach: AJ Johnson (393209). 2010-11: 19-13/9-5. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Sasha Watson, 9.8 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 4.5 apg.; 6-0 Soph. Ajahn Harvey, 5.2 ppg., 3.4 rpg.; 5-6 Jr. Jameika Gormany, 4.5 ppg., 2.5 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Jericka Smith; 5-6 Jr. Halley Bates. GAME: Palo Duro advanced to bi-district against Denton Ryan. This is a young team with a bright future led by honorable mention all-district Watson. AMARILLO CAPROCK LONGHORNS-Coach: Wes Torres. 2010-11: 15-15/4-10. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Brooklyn Artis; 5-7 Sr. Jae Carrasco; 5-8 Sr. Brianna Williams; 5-8 Sr. Lesli Hassler; Sr. Mariah Jeffries. GAME: Artis only continues to improve and was named second team all-district last year. Help comes from honorable mention pick Carrasco. HEREFORD WHITEFACES-Coach: Christy Connally. 2010-11: 5-24/2-12. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Brianna Scott, 16.3 ppg., 6 rpg., 4.2 apg., 3 spg. GAME: The team chemistry is coming along each and every day as this team plays together. If Hereford comes out and competes every day in practice and trying to get better, then they will start seeing results as a team. Team is a lot more athletic and faster this season which should be effective on the defensive end of the court as well as offensively. Scott was voted second team all-district. DUMAS DEMONS-Coach: Paul Hartman. 2010-11: 1020/0-14. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Alexi Davis. GAME: In an otherwise gloomy season, Davis shined brightest and was named a second team all-district performer. DISTRICT 4-4A DENTON RYAN RAIDERS-Coach: Monesha Allen. 2010-11: 22-12/12-0. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Teana Ogden, 19 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Rasheeba Walker; 5-1 Sr. Brittney Buckhanan; 5-8 Soph. Mariah Young; 5-11 Sr. Jasmine Vasquez; 6-0 Jr. Danielle Richardson. GAME: Ryan advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Plainview. This team will again be the class of the district with district MVP Ogden returning for her junior year. Help comes from first team all-district Walker and honorable mention Buckhanan and Vasquez. DENTON BRONCOS-Coach: Dennis Krishka (312-355). 2010-11: 15-14/4-8. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jasmine Taylor, 14.2 ppg., 6.4 rpg., 3.4 apg., 2.7 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Jamecia Brown, 12.6 ppg., 8.1 rpg.; 5-2 Jr. Myesha Taylor, 3.1 ppg., 1.9 rpg.; 5-6 Soph. Le’Andra John- son, 2.7 ppg., 2.1 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Jacoiya Brown, 2.3 ppg., 2.4 rpg. GAME: Denton has improved from 4 to 10 to 15 wins the last three seasons, accomplishing last year’s mark by playing all underclassmen. Team returns the majority of its scoring and rebounding and should get some help from a JV team that went 16-7. Taylor and Brown were first team all-district and make Denton one of the league favorites. THE COLONY COUGARS--Coach: Jason Weese. 2010-11: 16-14/8-4. NAMES: Jr. Terra Ellison; Jr. Kylie Covington. GAME: The Colony advanced to bi-district against Plainview. Ellison was named first team all-district as a sophomore while Covington was honorable mention all-district. LITTLE ELM LOBOS-Coach: Derrick Osborne. 2010-11: 7-16/2-10. NAMES: Sr. Chelsea Savage; Sr. T’Keeyah Rush; Soph. Jazzmin Savage. GAME: Chelsea Savage was a solid first team all-district pick while Rush and Jazzmin Savage were honorable mention all-district for this rapidly improving club. WICHITA FALLS RIDER RAIDERS-Coach: Ramsey Ghazal (226-68). 2010-11: 24-8/9-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jennifer Sissel, 10 ppg., 9 rpg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Taylor Caswell, 6 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Erin Henderson, 5 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Berkley Hoff, 5 ppg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; Brianna Duval; Shawna Duval; Caitlin White; Ashley Sissel; Maria Guerrero; Skye Catletti. GAME: Rider advanced to bi-district against Wolfforth Frenship, the school’s first playoff appearance since 1991. Team graduated six quality seniors including four starters, and will look to returning starter Sissel for leadership plus the addition of Henderson and Hoff, who made quality contributions off the bench last year. Caswell was injured most of the year and is expected to make a huge impact on both ends of the floor. LAKE DALLAS FALCONS--Coach: Jason Boston. 2010-11: 4-26/0-12. NAMES: Jr. Megan Dando; Sr. Samantha Llamas; Sr. Camylle Bowen. GAME: Dando was a dandy on the first team all-district roster while Llamas and Bowen were honorable mention picks. WICHITA FALLS COYOTES-Coach: Joe Golding. 2010-11: 209/7-5. NAMES: 6-4 Soph. Sarah Eakin; 5-4 Sr. Alexis Box; 5-2 Sr. Melody Hoang; 5-4 Jr. Lauren Whitehurst; 5-7 Sr. Alyssa Wyatt; 5-10 Jr. Khiani Clark. GAME: Wichita Falls advanced to bi-district against Amarillo Palo Duro but needs to replace Red River 22 repeat MVP Carolyn Taylor, who has graduated. DISTRICT 5-4A KELLER TIMBER CREEK FALCONS—Coach: Tina DeMichele. 2010-11: 21-13/10-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Hannah Selzer, 12 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Mia Melton, 7 ppg, 3 rpg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Emily Spector, 7 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-10 Soph. Laniya Taylor, 8 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 spg. GAME: Timber Creek advanced to bi-district against Fort Worth Western Hills in the school’s first varsity season. With everyone back on the roster, this is a team looking to make a run at the district title and another post-season berth. Melton was co-defensive player of the year while Taylor was newcomer of the year. Selzer added first team all-district honors while Spector was on the second team. SPRINGTOWN PORCUPINES--Coach: Ken Thompson. 201011: 19-12/11-3. NAMES: Jr. Ciandra Seabourn; Jr. Makenzie Bartee. GAME: Springtown advanced to the area round against Hewitt Midway but graduated first team all-district stars Danie Kersten, Claire Grant and Skylar Cowan and eight of the 10 players overall from the roster. ALEDO BEARCATS--Coach: Rusty Johnson (51-12). 2010-11: 28-3/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Calleen Tallant; 5-10 Jr. Mallory Powell; Sr. Alanna Martin; Sr. Hannah Loftin. GAME: Aledo advanced to the area round against Stephenville. Martin and Powell picked up first team all-Parker County recognition and will be counted on to help replace district MVP Logan Mittie. Powell and Loftin shared first team all-district honors as well. SAGINAW BOSWELL PIONEERS-Coach: Ken Cook (656464). 2010-11: 17-13/7-7. TexPreps Basketball | Page 91 4A Taylor Caswell WF Rider Erin Henderson WF Rider Jennifer Sissel WF Rider NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Jade Johnson. GAME: Boswell advanced to bi-district against Fort Worth Trimble Tech but will also be a team looking for others to step up following the graduation of all-district players Madison Adams, Lauren Hayes and Brittney Sooter. AZLE HORNETS--Coach: Mitzi Marquart. 2010-11: 10-16/59. NAMES: Jr. Nikki Autry; Sr. Bailie Sugg; Soph. Morgan Prentice; Sr. Cara Hoover; Sr. Linzy Norris. GAME: Azle will need to find some capable replacements for the graduated Marlia Templeton, one of three graduated seniors from the roster. BIRDVILLE HAWKS-Coach: Kenny Yates. 2010-11: 15-17/68. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Madison Young; 5-10 Sr. Addison Hooker; 5-4 Sr. C.J. Hancock; 5-3 Sr. Kristen Barbolla; 5-9 Sr. Kyndal Broome; 5-5 Sr. Maggie Ward; 5-9 Jr. Braylee Collins; 5-8 Sr. Izzy Hasty. GAME: Birdville returns a good number of players to the roster, but also must deal with the loss of graduated alldistrict performers Jaclyn von der Heide and Chelsea Davis. THE TROPHY CLUB BYRON NELSON BOBCATS—Coach: Darren Wilson. 2010-11: 7-18/3-11. NAMES: Soph. Rachel Burkhart; Jr. Danielle Berend; Sr. Candice McCarroll; Jr. Shae Tucker; Jr. Alexa Bain; Jr. Amber McKellop; Sr. Kacy Maddox; Soph. Abbey Reed; Sr. Cindi Kibibi; Sr. Megan King; Jr. Dee Robinson; Jr. Rachel Ott. GAME: McCarroll was second team all-district for a program now in its second varsity season. FORT WORTH BREWER BEARS-Coach: Jennifer Smith. 2010-11: 10-21/0-14. NAMES: Sr. Olivia Hixon; Sr. Jade Taylor. GAME: Brewer has some key pieces in place with the return of second team all-district mates Hixon and Taylor. DISTRICT 6-4A FORT WORTH TRIMBLE TECH BULLDOGS--Coach: Melanie Lane. 2010-11: 23-11/15-2. NAMES: Soph. Crystal Allen; Sr. Tierra Warren. GAME: Trimble Tech advanced to the area round against Arlington Seguin and has a dynamic prodigy in newcomer of the year and first team all-district Allen. Help comes from second teamer Warren for a team that should again return to the post-season. FORT WORTH WESTERN HILLS COUGARS-Coach: Marron McWilliams. 2010-11: 27-6/14-3. NAMES: Jr. Crystal Jones; Sr. Deza Ashton; Sr. Janai Swan. GAME: Western Hills advanced to the area round against Mansfield Summit. Jones was dynamic and voted first team all-district in her sophomore season. Help will come from second team all-district Ashton and Swan for this talented team. FORT WORTH ARLINGTON HEIGHTS YELLOWJACKETSCoach: Virginia Jefferis. 2010-11: 19-10/11-6. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Jennifer Thunder-Hawk; Sr. Victoria Dixon; 5-9 Jr. Sonya Odom. GAME: Arlington Heights advanced to bi-district against Springtown and will be solidly entrenched in this district behind first team all-district Thunder-Hawk and Dixon. FORT WORTH DUNBAR WILDCATS-Coach: Nishia Walker. 2010-11: 11-23/10-7. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Rasha Gladney; 5-8 Jr. Dezha Parker; 5-7 Sr. Lamicha Watson; 5-7 Sr. Yaya Enabulele. GAME: Dunbar advanced to bi-district against Aledo but must replace graduated district MVP Chelsea Prince, who was one of four first team all-district seniors no longer on the roster. Gladney comes back following a second team all-district campaign while Watson was honorable mention all-district. FORT WORTH SOUTHWEST RAIDERS--Coach: James Murphy. 2010-11: 11-17/9-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Desiree Cook; 5-3 Jr. Tearria Johnson; 5-7 Soph. Ronisha Kashaka; 5-4 Jr. Breanna Ellis; 5-11 Jr. Janysha Childers; 5-9 Sr. Desiree Collins; 5-8 Soph. Elizabeth Cooper. GAME: Southwest returns some talent to compete in first TexPreps Basketball | Page 92 team all-district Cook and second teamer Johnson. FORT WORTH EASTERN HILLS HIGHLANDERS--Coach: Jason Baldwin. 2010-11: 9-18/7-10. NAMES: Sr. Taylor Dorsey. GAME: Eastern Hills missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and will need to replace graduated all-district Artavia Guyton. FORT WORTH O.D. WYATT CHAPARRALS-Coach: Shaka Massey-Hare. 2010-11: 7-14/7-10. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Quinetria Walker; 5-7 Sr. Briana Dunn; 5-10 Sr. Briana Smith; 5-10 Jr. Crystal Sumberlin. GAME: Wyatt missed the playoffs after going the previous year and must replace graduated all-district Lareecia Swiney. FORT WORTH NORTH SIDE STEERS --Coach: Phil Murray. 2010-11: 9-20/3-14. NAMES: Jr. Noemi Payta; 5-7 Sr. Janet Gonzalez. GAME: Expect North Side to be a competitive group with second team all-district Payta and honorable mention Gonzalez. FORT WORTH SOUTH HILLS SCORPIONS-Coach: Donald Bell. 2010-11: 4-15/4-13. GAME: Objective No. 1 for this team is to find others to step up in the absence of graduated all-district luminary Stephanie Ross. FORT WORTH CARTER-RIVERSIDE EAGLES--Coach: Kathy Norsworthy. 2010-11: 5-15/2-15. GAME: It will likely be tough to crack a playoff position for Carter-Riverside in this huge district. DISTRICT 7-4A MANSFIELD SUMMIT JAGUARS-Coach: Tammy Lusinger (214-105). 2010-11: 32-7/14-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Ashley Eli, 13 ppg.; 5-5 Jr. Maya Hawkins; 5-5 Sr. Shayna Jackson; 5-11 Sr. Tierra Brown; 5-9 Sr. Alex Rundles; 5-9 Jr. Jazzmin Jackson; 5-8 Jr. Benita Kapiamba; 5-9 Jr. Ty Calloway; 5-7 Sr. Bryanna Sims; 6-0 Soph. Destiny Strange; 5-10 Sr. Ashley Freeman. GAME: Summit advanced to the regional semifinals against Canyon. Hawkins returns as the reigning district MVP while Eli was named to the second team of the Star-Telegram Super Team roster as well as district offensive player of the year. Shayna Jackson picked up first team all-district accolades and Brown was on the second team for a club that expects to make a long playoff run again in Region 1. ARLINGTON SEGUIN COUGARS-Coach: Courtney Phillips (172-67). 2010-11: 24-14/11-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Paige Criss; 5-9 Jr. Katrina Thompkins; 5-9 Jr. Dwanisha Tate; 5-9 Sr. Toriana Goods; 5-5 Soph. Aundra Stovall; 5-7 Jr. Tiauna Jefferson. GAME: Seguin advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Hewitt Midway. This is an experienced team that is determined to work hard and play aggressive. Stovall was newcomer of the year while Good notched first team all-district honors. Tate chipped in with second team recognition. GRANBURY PIRATES-Coach: Leta Andrews (1,346-316). 2010-11: 18-17/9-5. NAMES: 6-3 Jr. Lilley VanderZee; Sr. Maddie Cox. GAME: Granbury advanced to bi-district against Hewitt Midway as Coach Andrews kept adding to her nation’s best winning total. Look for second team all-district phenoms VanderZee and Cox to help add to the win total as well as the post-season streak. CROWLEY EAGLES--Coach: Rhonda Jackson. 2010-11: 1912/10-4. NAMES: Jr. Neshia Moore. GAME: Crowley advanced to bi-district against Stephenville. Watch for first team all-district Moore, the only sophomore named to the team, to lead the attack. CLEBURNE YELLOWJACKETS--Coach: Jamie Callahan. 201011: 12-20/1-13. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Bailey Hafford, 3.7 ppg., 4.1 rpg.; Soph. Bria McCullough, 10 ppg., 1.2 apg.; Sr. Megan Suess, 4.4 ppg., 2.9 rpg.; Soph. Courtney Jeffcoat, 5.7 ppg.., 1.4 apg.; Soph. Avery Hough, 2 ppg., 2.5 rpg.; Lacy Stinebaugh; Hillary King. GAME: After a rebuilding year, Cleburne is poised and set to compete with four returning starters and 10 returning lettermen. The Lady Jackets’ leading scorer was McCullough, who averaged 10 as a freshman. She, Stinebaugh and Jeffcoat look to lead the scoring attack while King and Hafford will continue to offer the defensive pressure. BURLESON ELKS-Coach: Rusty East (69-58). 2010-11: 1615/5-9. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Morgan Landers, 8 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-8 Sr. Yeisha Malone, 5 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-0 Fr. Mackenzie Hailey; 5-3 Fr. Lindsey Bryan; 5-4 Sr. Bridgette Fierro, 4 ppg., 3 apg. GAME: The Lady Elks will return with some experience after a season of youth and struggle. Key to success will be largely dependent on second team all-district Morgan Landers. Three talented freshmen will play major roles in Hailey, Bryan and Madison Landers. Size will be abundant with five players at six feet or better. A lack of guards will be a challenge with Fierro being the only guard. EVERMAN BULLDOGS--Coach: Steve Beck. 2010-11: 1215/4-10. NAMES: Sr. Sheniqua Allen. GAME: Everman missed the playoffs after going the previous year but returns a top-flight talent in second team all-district Allen. JOSHUA OWLS--Coach: Jim Murphy (513-227). 2010-11: 11-21/2-12. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Siera Elkins. GAME: Joshua will battle hard but will miss graduated alldistrict performer Haley Peveto. DISTRICT 8-4A STEPHENVILLE HONEYBEES--Coach: Alan Thorpe (357231). 2010-11: 22-13/8-2. NAMES: 5-2 Jr. Meagan Parson; 5-6 Jr. Sheridan Stokes, 8.5 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 2.4 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Dani Huckabee. GAME: Stephenville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Mansfield Summit. Stokes was outstanding on the way to district newcomer of the year honors as well as second team all-Big Country recognition. Help comes from second team all-district Huckabee. KILLEEN KANGAROOS-Coach: Latisha Williams. 2010-11: 20-12/7-3. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Jasmine Goodwine, 14.1 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Imari Simpson, 12.1 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-8 Soph. Angela Delaney, 8 ppg., 3 apg. GAME: Killeen advanced to bi-district against Arlington Seguin. All five starters and most of the team is back with plenty of varsity experience. Lady Roos will be very strong in the post position and the guards are working hard in the off-season to be ready for the year. Goodwine and Simpson were first team all-district while Goodwine was also Killeen Daily Herald all-area first team. HEWITT MIDWAY PANTHERS-Coach: Todd Monsey. 201011: 23-10/9-1. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Andria Farley; 5-7 Sr. Caroline Palmer; 5-8 Jr. Jazzmin Scott; 5-6 Jr. Mercedes McCutchen; 5-7 Sr. Kandace Byrd; 5-9 Jr. Mikeal Wilder; 5-11 Jr. Shelby Stidham; 5-5 Sr. Morghan Jones; 5-8 Sr. Bria Minor; 5-11 Sr. Andria Farley; 5-5 Jr. Paulina Reece. GAME: Midway advanced to the regional semifinals against Plainview. Team will need to replace graduated district MVP Dianna Jones and a host of other departing talent and will turn to second team all-district Byrd to lead the way with help from honorable mention Farley. WACO LIONS-Coach: Ross Barber. 2010-11: 14-18/4-6. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Jade Carroll; 5-7 Sr. Paige Walker; 5-4 Jr. Armoni Pittman. GAME: Waco advanced to bi-district against Mansfield Summit. Expect second team all-district picks Carroll and Walker to show senior leadership and lead the club. SAN ANGELO LAKE VIEW CHIEFS-Coach: Sharon Beam. 2010-11: 9-19/2-8. NAMES: Sr. Maria Rios; Sr. Lauren Asebedo; Soph. Celeste Silva; Sr. Allyson Frost; Jr. Amber Dubois; Soph. Shayna Pittman; Sr. C-Anne Bendanillo; Jr. Katie Perez; Sr. Kristina Mossman; Jr. Macy Green. GAME: Lake View graduated only two seniors from last year’s roster and welcomes back second team all-district picks Bendanillo and Dubois along with honorable mention Frost and Perez. WACO UNIVERSITY TROJANS-Coach: Trey Lloyd. 2010-11: 3-26/0-10. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Key’ashia Maladdie; 5-10 Sr. Tamira Langston; 5-8 Jr. Ashley Nichols; 5-9 Jr. Da’Netra Pollard; 6-1 Sr. Shalonda Moore; 5-4 Sr. Shantavia Williams; 5-4 Sr. Breanna Wiley; 5-10 Soph. Kayla Ewing; 5-4 Sr. Taylor Ewing; 5-6 Sr. Drew’cilla Rivers; 5-8 Sr. Christen Mayes. GAME: Meladdie was making merry melodies on the way to first team all-district honors. Moore was on the second team and Pollard and Langston were named honorable mention. DISTRICT 9-4A FRISCO WAKELAND WOLVERINES—Coach: Darilyn Krempin. 2010-11: 37-3/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Kindell Texada; 5-6 Sr. Faith Hunt; 5-9 Soph. Alana Aguirre; 5-10 Sr. Danielle Westerfield; 5-7 Sr. Alyssa Brown; 5-10 Sr. Darian Dunn; 5-10 Sr. Bria Platenburg. GAME: Wakeland advanced to the regional semifinals against West Mesquite but will need to replace splendid graduated district MVP Haley Texada. Aguirre is a young leader after being named newcomer of the year. Other talents to watch include first team all-district Kindell Texada and Hunt, second teamer Westerfield and honorable mention Platenburg. FRISCO LIBERTY REDHAWKS—Coach: Mari Mooneyham Harrison. 2010-11: 26-7/12-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Krystal Curry; 5-7 Jr. Andrea Mapua; 5-8 Sr. Shelbi Young; 6-0 Jr. Sara Vincent; 5-8 Sr. Tori Flemming; 5-8 Sr. Chelsey Anthony; 5-8 Jr. Bea Attura; 5-9 Sr. Branay Hicks; Soph. Bria Frierson. GAME: Liberty advanced to the area round against Dallas Lincoln. Mapua was a first team all-district selection while Hicks, Frierson and Curry all placed on the second team and Flemming and Young were honorable mention. FRISCO CENTENNIAL TITANS--Coach: Wesley Charles (316230). 2010-11: 16-19/7-7. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Liz Washington; 5-9 Sr. Meghan Wilson; 5-10 Jr. Dian Lewis; Jr. Saige Gibbs; Jr. Makalee Klendshoj; Soph. Mary Robbins. GAME: Centennial advanced to bi-district against McKinney, one year after going 2-12 in district. Gibbs gathered newcomer of the year and first team all-district honors while Lewis was second team all-district and Washington, Wilson, Klendshoj and Robbins were honorable mention. CARROLLTON NEWMAN SMITH TROJANS-Coach: Julie Lowrey. 2010-11: 19-14/7-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Cassandra Florence; 5-6 Jr. Faith Rolen; 5-9 Jr. Toni Iroko; 5-9 Soph. Alexis Nezianya. GAME: Newman Smith advanced to bi-district against Rockwall. Team will be young and inexperienced but athletic and quick and should be strong defensively. Florence was first team all-district while Rolen was second team and Iroko was honorable mention. CARROLLTON CREEKVIEW MUSTANGS-Coach: Gail C. Martin (46-65). 2010-11: 9-20/6-8. NAMES: 5-0 Sr. Brianna Mayorga; 5-10 Jr. Isabel Meijering; 5-10 Jr. Brianna Shavers; 6-2 Jr. Brittany Adams. GAME: Creekview comes off a year with a young and inexperienced team that overcame plenty of adversity. Team has grown in many areas and the girls will be more familiar with each other and dealing with chemistry. Meijering was selected honorable mention all-district. FRISCO RACCOONS-Coach: Rosie Llanas Ortiz. 2010-11: 13-20/7-7. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Ashley Garcia; 5-9 Sr. Kelcie Wallace; 5-6 Sr. Jere Jones; 5-9 Soph. Caitlin Cantrell; 5-11 Sr. Sara Olbeter; 5-9 Sr. Bianca Johnson; 5-11 Sr. Sara Etherington. GAME: Frisco missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Team graduated only three seniors and is well poised for climbing back up the district ladder. CARROLLTON R.L. TURNER LIONS--Coach: Kristen Stowe. 2010-11: 8-22/1-13. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. RosaLinda Melgoza; 5-4 Sr. Rebekah Carrera; 5-6 Sr. Ashley Munoz; 5-6 Jr. Johneicia Pipkin; 5-9 Sr. Keri Self. GAME: Turner returns several starters and some underclassmen who have the potential to be a big help in the upcoming season. Melgoza was named to the second team all-district roster while Carrera was honorable mention. FRISCO HERITAGE COYOTES—Coach: Amy Justice. 201011: 6-22/2-12. GAME: Heritage had a good first year and expects more success in the program’s second season. DISTRICT 10-4A ROCKWALL YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: Jill McDill (321-79). 2010-11: 30-7/13-1. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Alyssa Lang, 16 ppg., 11 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Kayla Smith, 7 ppg., 2 apg.; 5-5 Jr. Morghen Day, 4.3 apg.; 5-5 Jr. Hannah Hughes, 14.1 ppg., 2.8 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Paige Turner, 7.2 ppg., 5.6 rpg. GAME: Rockwall advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Dallas Lincoln. Team returns all five starters and eight letter winners to a traditionally powerful team. JV went 25-1 and undefeated in district. Lang was district co- MVP, all-state TABC and TGCA and will be a four-year starter. Hughes was newcomer of the year and TABC all-region, while Turner and Smith Iris Gonzales Alicia Pena were first team Dallas Adamson Dallas Adamson all-district and Day was on the second team. MCKINNEY NORTH BULLDOGS-Coach: Michael Oldham (113-89). 2010-11: 19-12/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Alexis Mason, 12.5 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 1.6 apg., 3.2 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Mawi Berkhadley, 1.9 ppg., 1.3 rpg.; 6-0 Soph. Amy Kleynhans; 5-2 Soph. KorKor Ollennu; 5-5 Soph. Danielle Coleman, 2.9 ppg., 1 apg., 1.5 spg. GAME: McKinney North advanced to bi-district against Frisco Liberty but must replace graduated district MVP Aundrea Gamble. Coach Oldham is a veteran and returns to the bench of a team that while young will have a good deal of experience with three starters returning in first team all-district Mason, Berkhadley and Coleman. Mason rates as one of the best in the state. MCKINNEY LIONS--Coach: Debbie Harris. 2010-11: 2411/11-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Breana Smalls; 5-8 Jr. Alexa Lund; 5-6 Soph. Payton Brenham; 5-7 Soph. Mariah Mitchell; 5-6 Sr. Brianna Blackburn; 5-8 Soph. Jazmin Nelson; 5-7 Jr. Nicole Quincy. GAME: McKinney advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Frisco Wakeland. Smalls was big in a first team all-district campaign while Mitchell placed on the second team as a freshman. WYLIE PIRATES-Coach: Deidra Rucker. 2010-11: 18-14/9-5. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Colby Davis; 5-7 Sr. Makaila Jordan; 5-8 Sr. Sydnie Whitworth; 5-6 Soph. Kennedi Foreman; 5-6 Sr. Jasmine Finch; 5-5 Sr. Jocelyn Finch; 5-11 Jr. Meunshae Stewart. GAME: Wylie advanced to bi-district against Frisco Wakeland. Davis and Whitworth are a pair of returning first team all-district talents while Jordan placed on the second team. DALLAS HIGHLAND PARK SCOTS-Coach: Amy Matlock. 2010-11: 13-15/6-8. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Sydney McDaniel; 5-7 Sr. Amanda Goodwin; 6-0 Sr. Libby Ethington; 5-7 Jr. Kaitlyn Read; 5-6 Sr. Savannah Smartt; 5-8 Sr. Savanna Taylor; 5-7 Jr. Haylee AnigianRios; 5-10 Soph. Alex Reynolds; 5-8 Jr. Courtney Klingaman. GAME: Highland Park missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Read was named first team all-district while McDaniel was on the second team. ROCKWALL-HEATH HAWKS--Coach: Devin Gabbard. 201011: 10-20/4-10. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Willette Rankin, 3 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-6 Jr. Jordan Mitchell, 6 ppg., 1 apg., 2.5 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Brianna Richardson, 6 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 1.5 spg. GAME: Heath will be very young with five or six underclassmen but a much improved fundamental team. Strength will be defense (held teams to just over 40 a game) but the club must find a way to score. Richardson was second team all-district. RICHARDSON PEARCE MUSTANGS-Coach: Shelley Davis. 2010-11: 5-26/2-12. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Cara Tolmas; 5-10 Sr. Hannah Smith; 5-7 Sr. Paige Tuttle; 5-7 Jr. Audrey Silver; 5-10 Soph. Chandler Henke; 5-8 Jr. Elizabeth Bach; Jr. Catherine Fabri; 5-7 Sr. Jenna Jones; Sr. Lakiethia Kent. GAME: Tolmas will be the focal point for Pearce following a second team all-district season. WYLIE EAST RAIDERS—Coach: Jill Reynolds. 2010-11: 6-25/1-13. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Brianna Souddress; 5-6 Sr. Lucy Williams; 5-2 Sr. Erica Roman; 5-7 Sr. Brittany Higgins; 5-6 Sr. Maya Minter; 5-9 Sr. Christian Davidson; 5-4 Soph. Nadja Jones; 5-11 Soph. Emily Hartegan; 5-10 Soph. Jordan Roper. GAME: Wylie East was competitive in its first varsity season. Hartegan excelled and was the only freshman named first team all-district. Williams chipped in with second team recognition. DISTRICT 11-4A DALLAS CARTER COWBOYS--Coach: Cynthia Calahan. 2010-11: 22-6/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Khianta Moore; 5-6 Sr. Cedrecia Monk; 5-4 Sr. Alexis Hall; 5-2 Jr. AyannaFerguson; 5-7 Sr. Alexis Mason; 5-9 Sr. Jasmia Beasley. 4A Kawanaka Wallace North Dallas Keyarria Williams North Dallas Melanie Wiley North Dallas GAME: Carter advanced to the area round against McKinney. Team graduated district MVP Alicia Hall as well as four other all-district talents. Strong numbers still return for a team that is considered the league favorite. DALLAS KIMBALL KNIGHTS-Coach: Patsy Haley. 2010-11: 16-14/10-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. A’lexsis Ford; 6-0 Soph. Adreinne Drake; 5-4 Soph. Leondria Batts; 5-5 Sr. Kierra White; 5-7 Soph. Dajae Carter; 5-6 Sr. Kendall Brookins. GAME: Kimball advanced to the area round against Frisco Wakeland and despite graduating all-district Ish’Chet Barrett should have enough to again be a contender in the district. DALLAS SOUTH OAK CLIFF GOLDEN BEARS-Coach: Camellia Bowen. 2010-11: 18-12/12-2. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Denise Washington; 5-5 Jr. Jazmyne Walker; 5-4 Jr. Tervarayia Shaw; Sr. Samantha Owens; Sr. Shermaine Sowells. GAME: South Oak Cliff advanced to the area round against Rockwall. Washington and Shaw were named first team alldistrict and should have the Lady Bears in the thick of the playoff chase. SEAGOVILLE DRAGONS-Coach: Melvin Reynolds. 2010-11: 11-19/7-7. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. D’Latra Anderson; 5-3 Soph. Anedra Morrow; 5-0 Jr. Olivia White; 5-2 Jr. Princess McGlothon; 5-3 Sr. Nnaquisha Kelley; 4-10 Soph. Kiana Hubbard; 5-8 Sr. Briauna Jackson; 5-8 Jr. Jordan Willmon; 5-4 Jr. Carrie Dennie. GAME: Seagoville advanced to bi-district against Dallas Lincoln. White was outstanding and recognized as the newcomer of the year. DALLAS ADAMSON LEOPARDS--Coach: Keith Smith. 201011: 10-11/6-8. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Iris Gonzalez, 10 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-4 Jr. Alicia Pena, 14 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-4 Sr. Marianella Bonilla, 4 ppg.; 5-6 Sr. Monica Martinez, 3 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Lady Leopards will be competitive and feisty. Team will be trying hard to make a push for a playoff spot. Pena was selected first team all-district. NORTH DALLAS BULLDOGS-Coach: Angela Poe. 2010-11: 7-15/4-10. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Jessica Franco; 5-6 Jr. Kawanaka Wallace; 5-6 Jr. Keyarria Williams; 6-0 Sr. Melanie Wiley; Sr. Johnneisha Bonner. GAME: North Dallas expects to be competitive and a playoff challenger behind first team all-district Williams. DALLAS PINKSTON VIKINGS-Coach: Terry Normore. 201011: 4-17/3-11. NAMES: Sr. Rose Arana. GAME: Pinkston will compete but will need to replace graduated all-district star Shemeka Drennon. DALLAS MOLINA JAGUARS-Coach: Alisha Cole. 2010-11: 2-18/0-14. NAMES: Sr. Hilarie Molina; Sr. Connie Rios; Sr. Mario Rios; Jr. Anabel Villegas; Jr. Nancy Lozano; Sr. Cassandra Medina. GAME: Molina has struggled through back-to-back winless district campaigns. DISTRICT 12-4A DALLAS LINCOLN TIGERS-Coach: Michael Ensley. 2010-11: 29-5/12-0. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. BreAnna Hayden, 14.4 ppg., 6.5 rpg., 4.5 apg.; 5-7 Jr. Jade Colbert; 5-9 Sr. Camesha Turner, 12.9 ppg.; 5-10 Soph. Alisha Washington, 10.4 ppg.; 5-6 Jr. Kelsey Criner; 5-9 Sr. Ri’Kell McWright. GAME: Lincoln found a familiar destination in early March when the team advanced to Austin and a state semifinal pairing against Austin LBJ. District MVP Turner is back along with an incredible pipeline of talent including district offensive MVP Hayden, newcomer of the year Washington and first team all-district selections Colbert, McWright and Criner. This team has the makings of its predecessors and is a strong contender to return to Austin. DALLAS BRYAN ADAMS COUGARS-Coach: Jeff Nowakowski (232-140). 2010-11: 19-9/9-3. TexPreps Basketball | Page 93 NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Tymple Freeney; 5-10 Sr. Kaneshia McCormick; 5-8 Sr. Ericka Hobson; 5-5 Jr. Quinece Perkins; 5-6 Sr. Scooter Smith; 5-9 Sr. Princess Crawford. GAME: Bryan Adams advanced to bi-district against Dallas Kimball. Watch for defensive MVP McCormick and first team all-district Freeny to lead another charge into the post-season. DALLAS WOODROW WILSON WILDCATS-Coach: Tony Bustos. 2010-11: 16-12/8-4. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Ashley Pride; 5-6 Sr. Andrea Castillo; 5-5 Soph. Alycia Louallen; 5-6 Soph. Kristina Robinson; 5-0 Jr. Jasmine Romero; 5-4 Sr. Maria Venegas; 5-10 Soph. Jasmine Cooper; 5-8 Sr. Essence Warner. GAME: Woodrow Wilson advanced to bi-district against Dallas South Oak Cliff and will field a team that should again compete behind first team all-district Pride and Cooper. DALLAS CONRAD CHARGERS—Coach: Tia Jordan. 2010-11: 16-10/7-5. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Breonna Johnson; 5-4 Jr. Kassidy Evans; 5-8 Sr. Janet Akorikin; 5-10 Sr. Christine Lado; 5-10 Sr. Unteriea Batieste. GAME: Conrad advanced to bi-district against Dallas Carter and welcomes first team all-district mates Johnson and Evans back to the fold. DALLAS HILLCREST PANTHERS-Coach: Rachelle Leonard (50-32). 2010-11: 6-18/4-8. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Kim Catalan; 5-3 Sr. Veronica Crabtree; 5-9 Jr. Kezia Gold; 5-9 Sr. Ashley Jenkins; 5-9 Jr. Sha Willis; 5-7 Soph. Katherine Washington. GAME: Hillcrest missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. DALLAS SPRUCE TIMBERWOLVES—Coach: Ed Lee. 201011: 2-16/2-10. GAME: Spruce picked up a couple of wins in the school’s first year back following the school’s academic ineligibility that shut the program down for two years. DALLAS THOMAS JEFFERSON PATRIOTS--Coach: Raquel Spurlock. 2010-11: 1-14/0-12. GAME: Thomas Jefferson has been struggling as evidenced by back-to-back winless district records. DISTRICT 13-4A SHERMAN BEARCATS--Coach: Monticee Williams. 201011: 21-9/11-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jada Bennett, 12 ppg., 6 rpg., 2 spg.; Sr. Ashley Crockett; Jr. Jayzhia Softly; Jr. Sa’Liesha Hunter; Sr. Tayler Whittington. GAME: Sherman advanced to the area round against Lancaster in Coach Williams’ return to leading the team after a four-year absence. Softly played loudly on the way to all-Texomaland newcomer of the year honors and first team all-district. Bennett placed on the first team and was district offensive player of the year. Hunter and Crockett grabbed second team honors while Whittington was honorable mention. ROYSE CITY BULLDOGS-Coach: Dallas Bookout. 2010-11: 20-13/8-4. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Tayler Young, 18.3 ppg., 4.3 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Sydnie Erbe, 10.2 ppg., 2.4 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Krystal Pickron, 12.4 ppg., 5.4 rpg.; 5-4 Sr. Nina Gaines, 8.3 ppg., 3.4 apg., 3.6 spg. GAME: Royse City advanced to bi-district against Marshall and will again field a stout club behind a duo of first team all-district talents in Erbe and Pickron. Help comes from second teamer Gaines. Young returns after an ACL tear. SULPHUR SPRINGS WILDCATS-Coach: Jeff Chapman. 201011: 16-14/9-3. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Reagan Humphrey; 6-1 Soph. Destiny Wade; Sr. Miya Debase; Sr. Marissa Walter. GAME: Sulphur Springs advanced to the area round against Bryan Rudder, capping a huge turnaround from a 4-23 season. District MVP Humphrey returns and will lead a team continuing its recent rise. Help comes from newcomer of the year Wade and honorable mention picks Debase and Walter. TEXARKANA TEXAS HIGH TIGERS-Coach: Vince Minter. 2010-11: 12-18/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Takia Nelson; Soph. Angel Crump; 5-7 Sr. Khadijah Epps, 7 ppg.; 6-1 Sr. Briana Murphy; 5-8 Sr. Montira Aldridge; Sr. Tierra Cooper; Sr. Kaitlyn Bell. GAME: Texas High will call on first team all-district Nelson, second teamers Aldridge and Cooper and honorable mention all-district Bell. MOUNT PLEASANT TIGERS-Coach: Giff Durham. 2010-11: TexPreps Basketball | Page 94 20-12/7-5. NAMES: Jr. Angelita Green; Jr. Summer Nixon. GAME: Mount Pleasant advanced to bi-district against Jacksonville for the second consecutive season. Watch for second team all-district Green and honorable mention Nixon to lead the club. GREENVILLE LIONS-Coach: Lesa Darst. 2010-11: 8-21/2-10. NAMES: Jr. Maddie Crabtree; Jr. Mackenzie Cooper; Sr. Aubrey Tucker; Jr. Arian Alford. GAME: Greenville missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Cooper was a first team all-district talent as a sophomore and is joined by second teamer Tucker and honorable mention Alford. DENISON YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: Marty Nichols. 201011: 4-28/0-12. NAMES: Sr. Icis Finley; Sr. LaMonica Finley; Jr. Mariaha Scally; Soph. Jasmine Ballard; Sr. Josi Ridenour; Jr. Jordan Nation. GAME: Denison will be an improved club behind honorable mention all-Texomaland and first team all-district Finley. The supporting cast includes honorable mention appointees Scally and Nation. DISTRICT 14-4A JACKSONVILLE INDIANS-Coach: Allan Pope. 2010-11: 2712/13-1. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Amber Hawkins; 5-8 Sr. Taylor Hall; 5-4 Jr. Sametria Baker; 5-9 Jr. Chancii Scott; 5-7 Jr. Keevie Mathis; Soph. Jasmine Parson. GAME: Jacksonville advanced to the regional semifinals against Dallas Lincoln. Hawkins will lead a team that again should be at the head of the district class following a second team all-East Texas and district defensive MVP season. Parson and Scott were added on the honorable mention list and were also first team all-district. TYLER JOHN TYLER LIONS--Coach: Mike Smith (328-115) 2010-11: 20-14/9-5. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. LaTifah Rainey, 15.4 ppg., 18.8 rpg.; 5-3 Jr. Tiaka Lee; 5-6 Jr. Quanishia Johnson; 5-9 Sr. Darnicia Jasper. GAME: John Tyler advanced to bi-district against Sherman. This team will be very fast, quick and aggressive and boasts height inside with first team all-district Rainey and quickness outside. This should be an improved year with the first year of transition to Coach Smith behind the team. An uptempo game will benefit the team’s style. Lee returns as district offensive MVP while Johnson was second team alldistrict. HALLSVILLE BOBCATS-Coach: John Thompson. 2010-11: 17-15/10-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Kaci Jackson; 5-6 Sr. Alexandria Samples; 6-1 Sr. Darby Graff, 10 rpg.; 5-5 Jr. Abbie Reeder; 5-5 Jr. Nathalia Lomax. GAME: Hallsville advanced to bi-district against Sulphur Springs. Team returns all five starters from a third-place district finish. Strengths include size, speed and experience. Samples, Reeder and Graff were all honorable mention all-East Texas. Reeder was also district newcomer of the year while Graff and Samples were first team all-district. Jackson placed on the second team and Lomax was honorable mention. NACOGDOCHES DRAGONS-Coach: Deatrick Stigall. 201011: 12-15/7-7. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Charity Page; 5-7 Sr. Ty’Kejah Hall; 5-8 Sr. Ja’Nessa Gaddis; 5-6 Jr. Cheliya Lathan; 5-5 Jr. Alex Mayfield; 5-5 Soph. Christie Whitaker; 5-5 Soph. Emauzja Johnson. GAME: The Lady Dragons were an exceptionally young team last year with just one senior on the roster. First team all-district Page and second team all-district Johnson also notched honorable mention all-East Texas recognition. MARSHALL MAVERICKS-Deborah Robinson. 2010-11: 2010/11-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Leosha Lovely; 5-10 Sr. Raquel Hiner; 5-9 Soph. A’Breanna Brewer. GAME: Marshall advanced to the area round against West Mesquite. Team returns seven seniors but they are not seasoned. All but two played on the varsity and were not starters. With the loss of seven graduated seniors, this looms as a rebuilding year but one that does include honorable mention all-East Texas and second team all-district Lovely. WHITEHOUSE WILDCATS-Coach: Rosalyn Tindel. 2010-11: 4-22/1-13. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Tayler Burkett, 9 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-4 Sr. Kenslie Dews; 5-0 Soph. Morgan Downs. GAME: Whitehouse will be young but much more talented than last year. Kids have been working hard in the off-season to improve on last year’s record. LONGVIEW PINE TREE PIRATES-Coach: Robin Herber. 2010-11: 11-20/4-10. NAMES: Jr. Abby Mitchell. GAME: Watch for honorable mention all-East Texas and second team all-district Mitchell to continue her rapid improvement. KILGORE BULLDOGS--Coach: Davia’ Garrett. 2010-11: 2-21/1-13. GAME: Kilgore had a difficult season but is buoyed by the success of a district-winning junior varsity. DISTRICT 15-4A WEST MESQUITE WRANGLERS-Coach: Darrin Samuels (151-76). 2010-11: 26-9/14-2. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Claudia Price; 5-4 Sr. Sha’georgia Williams, 14 ppg., 8 apg., 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Kierra Davis, 12 ppg., 9 rpg., 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Jasmine Dumas, 10 ppg., 5 apg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Lasonja Henry; 6-0 Tashara Rogers; Brianna Williams. GAME: West Mesquite advanced to the regional final against Dallas Lincoln, the school’s best-ever finish. Team returns seven lettermen and five players who received all-district honors. Optimism is there due to the return of nationally ranked prospect Price, who missed all of last season due to injury. Williams led the area in assists and is the reigning district MVP and leads a talented trio of guards which includes first team all-district selections Davis and Dumas. Honorable mention all-district Henry and Rogers should offer an inside presence with Brianna Williams offering depth at guard. LANCASTER TIGERS-Coach: Maurice Dorsey. 2010-11: 257/12-4. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Jimelilah Price; 5-6 Sr. Jakevia Johnson; 5-5 Sr. Lauren Thomas; 6-0 Sr. InChantrice Johnson; 5-7 Sr. Khadija Harris; 5-6 Sr. Marquia Goffin. GAME: Lancaster advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival West Mesquite. Price returns after a first team all-district season while Johnson was on the second team. RED OAK HAWKS--Coach: Melissa Fullmer. 2010-11: 1815/11-5. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Diamond Lockhart, 14.6 ppg., 2.1 apg.; 5-3 Jr. Taylor McCullough; 5-5 Jr. Dori Richard; 5-7 Jr. Katie Boyce; 5-8 Jr. Bailey Hebert; 5-8 Soph. Shelby Dixon. GAME: Red Oak advanced to bi-district against Bryan Rudder and will again be one of the league’s best programs. Lockhart was sophomore of the year while Dixon captured sixth man MVP recognition. McCullough added second team honors while Richard was honorable mention. MESQUITE POTEET PIRATES--Coach: Rick Westfall. 201011: 26-8/14-2. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Tiffany Bryson; 5-5 Sr. Megan Doe; 5-6 Sr. Kiera Waters; 5-8 Sr. Mozali Lopez. GAME: Poteet advanced to the area round against Jacksonville and should once again be one of the teams in the playoff chase. Waters was named district newcomer of the year and will have help from first team all-district Doe. WAXAHACHIE INDIANS-Coach: Lesli Priebe. 2010-11: 1317/7-9. NAMES: Jr. JaMayia Perez. GAME: Waxahachie missed the playoffs after reaching the regional semifinals the previous two years. Look for Perez to be the team leader following a second team all-district campaign. ENNIS LIONS--Coach: David Kilpatrick (105-89). 2010-11: 8-25/2-14. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Jessica Leaks, 6 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-5 Soph. Jada Cox, 5 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-6 Jr. Aliyah Richard, 6 ppg., 2 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Tori Lenz, 3 ppg.; 5-9 Soph. Maricela Ibarra, 2 ppg., 3 rpg. GAME: Ennis will be very young, but many of the team’s freshmen and sophomores got valuable varsity experience last season and will be major contributors. Quickness and overall athletic ability will allow the team to be more aggressive and create an uptempo, high energy style of play. Leaks was second team all-district. TERRELL TIGERS--Coach: Mike Halac. 2010-11: 15-11/8-8. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Christi Holt; 5-6 Jr. Amber Brown; 5-5 Jr. Tiara White; 5-7 Soph. Shanda Simpson; 5-9 Sr. Lauren Randolph; 5-6 Jr. Cortney Hubbard. GAME: Terrell will expect plenty out of first team all-district White and honorable mention Hubbard. CORSICANA TIGERS-Coach: Arthur Prevost. 2010-11: 6-20/0-16. 4A Courtney Brown RR Cedar Ridge Destiny Martinez RR Cedar Ridge Melina Merritt RR Cedar Ridge NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Rebecca Bentz; 5-10 Jr. Moriah Farmer; 5-7 Jr. Tamera White; 5-1 Soph. Calae Wilson; 5-7 Sr. Cheyenne Pease; 5-8 Sr. Octavia Williams; 5-8 Sr. Kasey Jessie; 5-8 Soph. Ariel Bartee. GAME: Corsicana graduated only two seniors off the roster and returns a Amani Patterson young but now more experienced team. RR Cedar Ridge Key players include honorable mention all-district picks Bentz and Farmer. FORNEY JACKRABBITS-Coach: Meghan Hyde. 2010-11: 7-22/4-12. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Karissa Spring; 5-6 Sr. Karah Cosper; 5-6 Sr. Ashley Carter; 5-7 Sr. Morgan Leighton; 5-8 Jr. Jasmine Weaver. GAME: Forney should expect improvement behind honorable mention all-district Spring. DISTRICT 16-4A BRYAN RUDDER RANGERS—Coach: Michael Stenseth (454-278). 2010-11: 29-7/12-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Lamaria Cole, 14.4 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Marche Amerson, 17 ppg.; 5-3 Sr. AlyciaAyers; 5-5 Jr. Jalicia Dunn; 5-11 Jr. Shaquicia Johnson; 5-11 Jr. Ty McGee; 5-9 Sr. Fatima Adams, 13 ppg.; Jr. Alexus Freeman; Jr. Tae Lattimore. GAME: Rudder advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Jacksonville, making the move up from Class 3A an unqualified success. This year should be even better with the return of district MVP Cole and first team all-district talents Amerson and Adams. PFLUGERVILLE CONNALLY COUGARS-Coach: Laura Zouzalik. 2010-11: 18-17/6-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Autumn Shead, 7.4 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Kara Babola, 10.1 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Xaveria Tucker, 6 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Mariah Wells, 7.5 ppg., 4 rpg. GAME: Connally advanced to bi-district against West Mesquite. Four starters return to lead another playoff charge. Team should be strong in the post and perimeter area and experience will play a big part in any success. Shead and Babola were second team all-district. PFLUGERVILLE HENDRICKSON HAWKS-Coach: Tera Hollywood. 2010-11: 21-16/7-5. NAMES: Soph. Ti’Aira Pitts; 5-8 Sr. Jazmin Griffin; 4-11 Sr. Brooke Bishop; 5-7 Sr. Shelby Butcher; 5-7 Sr. Daryane Yarbrough; 5-7 Sr. Hana Thai. GAME: Hendrickson advanced to bi-district against Mesquite Poteet and has a rising star in newcomer of the year Pitts to go with second team all-district Griffin. ROUND ROCK CEDAR RIDGE RAIDERS—Coach: Angela Beck (365-232). 2010-11: 24-5 (JV schedule). NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Destiny Martinez, 7.1 ppg., 3.5 spg.; 5-7 Soph. Melina Merritt, 13.5 ppg., 3.8 spg.; 6-2 Soph. Courtney Brown, 5.7 ppg.; 5-8 Soph. Amani Patterson, 6.2 ppg. GAME: Cedar Ridge joins this tough Class 4A district in its varsity debut behind veteran coach Beck. HUTTO HIPPOS-Coach: Norma Sierra. 2010-11: 20-12/8-4. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Kalyn Bauer; 5-7 Sr. Kyra Bauer; Soph. Kristin Rydell; Sr. Myrna Urbina; Sr. Judy Botello; Soph. Aaliyah Brooks. GAME: Hutto advanced to bi-district against Lancaster. Kyra Bauer was named to the second team all-district roster while Kalyn Bauer was honorable mention. BASTROP BEARS--Coach: Dee DeShay. 2010-11: 15-15/4-8. NAMES: Jr. Megan Cavazos; Soph. Brittany Reed; Jr. Raven Anderson; Jr. Taylor Seitz; Soph. Addison Semer, 1.9 ppg., 2.4 rpg.; Sr. Shelbie Appelt. GAME: Bastrop’s Coach DeShay was coach of the year but now faces an even greater challenge following the graduation of five all-district performers. Semer will be the young leader after being named all-Bastrop County co-newcomer of the year. MANOR MUSTANGS-Coach: Kerri Kirby. 2010-11: 7-18/3-9. NAMES: Sr. Kierra Dillard; Sr. Lanissa Burns. GAME: Manor missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The team looks to turn that around behind sec- Jessica Hatchett Montgomery Malloree Schurr Montgomery Devon Tunning Montgomery Humble Summer Creek Humble Summer Creek Humble Summer Creek Ambra Davis Magnolia Sha’Quania Fuselier Magnolia Amy Henry Magnolia Savannah Fleming New Caney Kristin Joslin New Caney Tiffany Lacy New Caney ond team all-district Dillard and honorable mention Burns. ELGIN WILDCATS-Coach: Jackie Bowman. 2010-11: 6-20/210. NAMES: Sr. Cynthia Cowan, 8.5 ppg., 6 rpg. GAME: Elgin failed to reach the post-season after going the previous year. Cowan provided honorable mention all-district recognition for the program and was first team all-Bastrop County. BASTROP CEDAR CREEK EAGLES—Coach: Laura Joiner. 2010-11: New School. GAME: Cedar Creek gets thrown into the Class 4A UIL mix this year. DISTRICT 17-4A MONTGOMERY BEARS--Coach: Alicia Jordan. 2010-11: 268/12-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Jessica Hatchett, 7.1 ppg., 5.5 spg.; 5-9 Soph. Malloree Schurr, 8.2 ppg., 5.3 rpg., 4.1 apg.; 5-8 Jr. Devon Tunning, 7.5 ppg., 4.5 rpg. GAME: Montgomery advanced to the area round against Beaumont Central. This team will be even quicker than last year’s district co-champion. Lady Bears lose only one starter from the team. Hatchett was defensive player of the year while Schurr was first team all-district as a freshman while Tunning was on the second team. BRENHAM CUBS-Coach: Johnny Henry (249-164). 2010-11: 18-19/10-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Octavia Allen; 6-5 Fr. Tiara McGowen; 5-6 Fr. Angelica Darcus. GAME: Brenham advanced to the area round against Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill. Cubettes return three starters and seven senior lettermen. Team will add an outstanding sophomore and two dynamic freshmen to the squad and should feature a dominating inside game with the presence of a new 6-5 post. Allen was first team all-district. MAGNOLIA BULLDOGS--Coach: Erika Ritter (75-83). 201011: 20-11/12-2. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Sha’Quania Fuselier, 11 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 apg., 4 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Amy Henry, 5 ppg., 3 rpg., 4 apg., 1 spg.; 5-5 Jr. Ashley Richardson, 6 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Ambra Davis, 10 ppg., 8 rpg., 1 spg., 1 bpg.; 5-7 Jr. Allison Abendschein, 8 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 spg. GAME: Magnolia advanced to the area round against Beaumont Ozen. Lady Bulldogs return all five starters and nine players from a district co-champion. Quickness, depth and experience should help Magnolia vie for a fourth playoff appearance in as many years. Fuselier was district co-offensive MVP while Abendschein was newcomer of the year. Add first team all-district stars Henry and Davis and second teamer Richardson and you have a powerful club. HOUSTON STRATFORD SPARTANS--Coach: Cathy Martin. 2010-11: 13-19/9-6. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Emily Rucker; 5-9 Sr. Meredith Hohl; 5-6 Jr. Rachel Rapier; 5-8 Jr. Jaime Hewitt; 5-10 Jr. Hope Wiggins. GAME: This is still a very young team despite the fact four starters are back on the roster. This should be a better club with more depth and better all-around players. Rapier grabbed first team all-district honors while Wiggins and Hohl were on the second team. MAGNOLIA WEST MUSTANGS—Coach: Jennifer Fleming. 2010-11: 11-15/6-8. NAMES: Sr. Michelle DeLeon; Sr. Mary Baer; Jr. Kelsie Watson; Sr. Taylor Philips. GAME: This young program is one that is now finally becoming senior-heavy. Watch for major contributions from first team all-district performer DeLeon, second teamer Baer and honorable mention selections Watson and Philips. WALLER BULLDOGS--Coach: Schila Clough. 2010-11: 8-16/5-9. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kayla Bell; 6-3 Sr. Brittany Houle; 5-7 Sr. Lydia Brooks; 6-0 Sr. Jessica Coleman; 5-2 Jr. Brianna Knowles; 6-0 Sr. Kaylon White. GAME: Coleman leads a talented cast of seniors pushing for a post-season berth after she finished with a first team all-district season. Knowles placed on the second unit while Bell and Brooks were honorable mention. HOUSTON SPRING WOODS TIGERS-Coach: Darryl Hill (154218). 2010-11: 7-21/2-12. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Imani Webster; Jr. Ruth Giraldo; 5-3 Jr. Mintez Porter. GAME: Webster is a very talented underclassman and comes off a first team all-district year. She is supported by second team all-district Giraldo and honorable mention Porter. HOUSTON NORTHBROOK RAIDERS--Coach: Amanda Barksdale. 2010-11: 2-22/0-14. NAMES: Jr. Angela Ayala; Jr. Ciarra Harrison; Jr. Alexis Jenkins; Jr. Brenda Oropeza. GAME: A pair of all-district seniors in Whitney Bradford and Yvette Cano graduated and must be replaced. DISTRICT 18-4A HUNTSVILLE HORNETS-Coach: Jay Oliphant. 2010-11: 315/14-0. NAMES: Sr. Ceidra Coleman; Sr. Breanna Fuller; Jr. Maya Perry; Sr. Quayla Terry; Soph. Demi Turner; Sr. Nikki Greene. GAME: Huntsville advanced to the regional final against Beaumont Ozen and will have all the pieces in place for another long post-season run headed by returning district co-MVP Coleman. Perry is the lockdown expert following a defensive player of the year season. Fuller and Terry were first team all-district picks while Greene and Turner were honorable mention and help round out a complete team. HUMBLE WILDCATS -Coach: Ami Neff. 2010-11: 19-10/113. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. La’brea Rehea; 5-10 Sr. Deshera Duhon; 5-10 Sr. Shequera Crockett; 5-9 Soph. Krishawn Crockett5-9 Jr. Joie Games; 5-7 Sr. Stephanie Alvarado. GAME: Humble advanced to bi-district against Brenham. The loss of graduated district co-MVP Darnetta Jackson will hurt, but the return of district newcomer of the year Krishawn Crockett will help. Duhon and Shequera Crockett were first team all-district. KINGWOOD PARK PANTHERS—Coach: Audrea Samuel. 2010-11: 17-16/10-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jazmyn Johnson; Jr. Justine Luis. GAME: Kingwood Park advanced to bi-district against Montgomery and welcomes back first team all-district Johnson and second teamer Luis. HUMBLE SUMMER CREEK BULLDOGS—Coach: Angie McDonald. 2010-11: 15-15/5-9. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Deja Alexander, 10 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. Katelynn Johnson, 10 ppg., 4 rpg., 4 apg.,3 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Ariel Cephus, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Jazper Mabry, 8 ppg., 8 rpg. GAME: Summer Creek came off a strong first varsity season. Team is very young but returns all players and looking forward to making the playoffs this year. Alexander placed on the first team all-district roster while Mabry was on the second team. TexPreps Basketball | Page 95 WILLIS WILDKATS-Coach: Kelly Savoy (247-146). 2010-11: 22-14/9-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Katelyn Marks, 7 ppg., 5.8 rpg.; 5-6 Soph. Jerica Harbison; 5-8 Jr. Gloria Deveraux; 5-7 Soph. Kassi Crim; 5-2 Jr. Kiesha Kizzie. GAME: Willis advanced to bi-district against Magnolia. Team will be very young with as many as 10 sophomores possibly up from a freshman team that was undefeated district champions. There will be some growing pains early. This is a very hard working group that will look to push the tempo and lead the LadyKats to their eighth consecutive playoff appearance and 11th in the last 12 seasons. Marks returns after a second team all-district year. NEW CANEY PORTER SPARTANS—Coach: Angela Bell. 2010-11: 2-22/2-12. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Sarah Davis; 5-7 Sr. Molly Young, 8 ppg.; 5-7 Soph. Jamie Henk; 5-7 Sr. Codie Swinhoe; 5-10 Sr. Kelly Grimmett, 10 ppg., 8 rpg. GAME: Porter ended their inaugural season with a positive outlook for the upcoming year. Young and Grimmett earned second team all-district recognition. NEW CANEY EAGLES-Coach: James Bryant (170-144). 2010-11: 16-16/4-10. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Kristin Joslin, 8 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-6 Sr. Tiffany Lacy, 12 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Laura Sanders; 5-9 Soph. Savannah Fleming, 6 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Tori Petrovich. GAME: Lacy was first team all-district while Joslin was on the second team. New Caney returns four starters and seven lettermen with a few good players coming up from the JV. The newcomers should add some much needed height. CONROE CANEY CREEK PANTHERS-Coach: Lisa Gordon. 2010-11: 2-20/0-14. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Debra Tisdale; 5-2 Jr. Kayla Sprowl; 5-10 Sr. Kimberly McGilvrey; 5-5 Jr. Jessica Twardowski; 5-9 Jr. Meris Wells; 5-3 Jr. Baylee Burriola. GAME: Caney Creek seeks improvement behind second team all-district Twardowski. Crosby has to get a better understanding of the game and depth could be an issue. Players with no varsity experience will have to step up and play for the team to win big. Godfrey and Guillory were both first team all-district. HOUSTON C.E. KING PANTHERS-Coach: Sonja J. Curry (437-414). 2010-11: 10-21/4-10. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Ashley Stephens, 10.5 ppg., 8.2 rpg., 3.2 bpg.; 5-5 Sr. Tameka Davis, 12.2 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Jonae Arceneaux, 3.2 ppg., 2.1 apg., 1.3 spg.; 5-10 Soph. Nakiya Miller, 3.2 ppg., 4.2 rpg.; 5-10 Soph. Zandra Emanuel. GAME: The Lady Panthers are coming off a disappointing season and looking to bounce back into the playoff picture. Davis was first team all-district while Stephens was on the second team roster. BAYTOWN LEE GANDERS-Coach: Terry Gray. 2010-11: 4-16/1-13. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Troy’nae Smith; 5-9 Sr. Georgeanna Felder. GAME: Look for second team all-district Smith to be Lee’s leader. HOUSTON NORTH FOREST BULLDOGS—Coach: Louise Madison. 2010-11: 14-10/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Tierra Carr; Jr. Ericka Cheevis; Sr. Natasha Duncan; Sr. Portney Hunt. GAME: North Forest surprised many by advancing to bidistrict against Beaumont Ozen but now needs to replace three graduated all-district performers, including offensive MVP Diamond Webb. GALENA PARK YELLOWJACKETS--Coach: Patty Martinez. 2010-11: 3-19/2-12. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jessica Molina; Sr. Canessa Swanson; 5-8 Sr. Victoria Castillo; 5-4 Sr. Jamie Flores; Sr. Jessica Garcia; 5-4 Jr. Vanessa Hernandez; Sr. Marissa Purcell; Sr. Adrianna Sanchez. GAME: Galena Park has a major uphill climb in this league and also lost all-district Chantel Ruffin to graduation. Watch for honorable mention all-district picks Molina and Swanson to impress. DISTRICT 19-4A DISTRICT 20-4A MONT BELVIEU BARBERS HILL EAGLES-Coach: Kit KyleMartin (372-143). 2010-11: 31-7/14-0. NAMES: 6-4 Sr. Kendall Shaw, 16.5 ppg., 8.8 rpg., 3.2 bpg.; 5-7 Sr. Shannon Evans, 8.9 ppg., 4.5 apg., 3 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Makenzy May, 5.3 ppg., 1.5 apg., 1.3 spg.; 5-11 Jr. Kaylee Kana, 3.4 ppg., 4.2 rpg. GAME: Barbers Hill advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Beaumont Ozen. Highly touted district MVP center Shaw is the foundation the team starts with on both ends of the floor. First team all-district Evans returns in her third year running the point. Strength will depend on kids developing and stepping into big-time roles. DAYTON BRONCOS-Coach: Dave Wooldridge. 2010-11: 187/12-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Bria Emanuel; 5-11 Sr. Marisa Etling; 5-7 Sr. A’daisia Lewis; 5-8 Sr. Eden Favela; 5-6 Soph. Shi’Leah Scott; 5-7 Sr. Elexus Hill; 5-7 Soph. Brittney Pruitt; 5-10 Sr. Jaleesa Miller; 5-1 Sr. Brittany Morrison. GAME: Dayton advanced to the area round against Huntsville. Emanuel was voted district defensive player of the year while Scott was newcomer of the year. Mix in first team all-district performers Etling and Favela and this is a talented group that expects to battle for the district title. BAYTOWN GOOSE CREEK MEMORIAL PATRIOTS—Coach: Kevin Fletcher. 2010-11: 16-15/8-6. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Victoria Carr, 8 ppg., 4 apg.; 5-4 Sr. Da’monae Jackson, 11 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Katie Larson; 5-8 Sr. Kiara Allison; Harleigh Mason. GAME: Memorial advanced to bi-district against Beaumont Central but must overcome the loss of six graduated seniors, the school’s biggest senior class up to this point. There are several guards with plenty of experience but how some of the young players step up to the varsity level will be keys in making a return trip to the playoffs. Post play and point guard will be spots where there will be competition for starting roles and playing time. Jackson was first team all-district. CROSBY COUGARS-Coach: John Chancellor (490-155). 2010-11: 14-16/7-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Alea Godfrey, 16 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 apg., 4 spg.; 5-4 Sr. Becky Guillory, 10 ppg., 5 apg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Antwanesia Smith, 6 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Kim Bluiett, 2 ppg., 2 rpg., 1 apg., 1 spg. GAME: Crosby will be small and quick and will have to press and run to make up for a lack of size inside. Team will have to score with its defense to offset problematic shooting. TexPreps Basketball | Page 96 BEAUMONT OZEN PANTHERS-Coach: Tammy WalkerBrown. 2010-11: 35-4. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Sanquisha Rawls, 7 ppg., 7 rpg., 4 bpg.; 5-5 Sr. Asia Booker, 17 ppg., 6 apg., 5 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Bealoved Brown, 12 ppg., 9 rpg., 6 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Nekia Jones, 9 ppg., 9 rpg., 6 apg.; 6-2 Soph. Jerica Bolin, 5 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Ozen capped a spectacular season with a state semifinal showing against eventual champion Canyon, a game played to a tight 44-39 finish. Team returns four starters and a host of supporting returning lettermen with a return trip to Austin very likely. First team all-district Booker and district co-newcomer of the year Jones were both selected to the Super Gold first team while Brown was on the second team as well as district defensive player of the year. Rawls added second team honors. BEAUMONT CENTRAL JAGUARS-Coach: Rolander Fontenot. 2010-11: 31-4/13-1. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Malena Washington, 14.2 ppg., 8 apg., 3 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Rondaysha Thomas; 5-11 Sr. Rochelle Harris; 5-9 Sr. Breanna Green; 5-3 Sr. Jacey Anderpoint. GAME: Central advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Huntsville and should again have quite a district tussle against rival Ozen. Watch for first team Super Gold and first team all-district Washington to continue only getting better and use her quickness and high basketball IQ. Harris chipped in with second team all-district honors. VIDOR PIRATES--Coach: Ricky Jacks. 2010-11: 18-14. NAMES: Jr. Allison Jacks; Jr. Blair Richmond; Soph. Shanice Hagler; Sr. Kacy Jones; Sr. Jacquelyn Brown; Sr. Deanna Williamson; Jr. Autumn Cosselmon. GAME: Vidor advanced to bi-district against Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill for the second consecutive season. Jacks was selected all-Orange Leader and district newcomer of the year while Richmond was on the second team. LIVINGSTON LIONS--Coach: Pennee Hall. 2010-11: 304/11-3. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. D’Andrea Youngblood, 8 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-2 Jr. Caitlin McKnight, 5 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-1 Jr. Tatyana Nickson, 5 ppg., 2 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Asia Cole; 5-5 Sr. Tori Lyons, 1 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: Livingston advanced to bi-district against Dayton. Lady Lions lose three starters so the key will be who will step up and score. Cole is back after a knee injury last year. Watch for first team all-district Youngblood to lead the club. ORANGE LITTLE CYPRESS-MAURICEVILLE BEARS--Coach: Amanda Ellerbee. NAMES: Sr. Payton Burns. GAME: Team must replace graduated second team all-Orange Leader talent Tiffani Thompson. NEDERLAND BULLDOGS-Coach: Chris Smith. 2010-11: 1218/5-9. NAMES: Sr. Leah Luke; Jr. Tori Biddle; Sr. Tori Shelton; Soph. Tori Cooper; Soph. Kelsey Beard; Soph. Jessi Glover. GAME: Last year was Coach Smith’s first at the school after having coached the program through the 2008 season. LUMBERTON RAIDERS-Coach: Wolf Gholson. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Kendell Johnston; 5-7 Sr. Rachel Kemp; 5-7 Sr. Shelby Bingham. GAME: Johnston grabbed second team all-district recognition and will lead the club in her senior year. PORT NECHES-GROVES INDIANS-Coach: Stephanie Ansel. NAMES: Ryanne Lunceford; Tanner Crochet; Sr. Meredith Carson; Sr. Dannette Higginbotham; Sr. Kaylee Powell; Jr. Ricki Gilbert; Jr. Rikki Winkler; Jr. Taylor Breuer. GAME: PN-G only had one senior on last year’s roster and will field more experience this season. DISTRICT 21-4A HOUSTON YATES LIONS--Coach: Patrick T. Augbon. 201011: 30-5/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Kuyara Rider; 5-6 Jr. Elisha Ray; 5-6 Sr. Shadavia Wilson. GAME: Yates advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Angleton behind a senior-dominated team including district MVP Deandra Darjean. Team graduated four other stars off the first team all-district roster and two more from the second team, but does return first teamer Rider and second teamer Ray. This will be a challenging year for Yates to again go undefeated in district, but there is always talent ready to hit the court. HOUSTON WALTRIP RAMS--Coach: Courtney J. Jackson (41-34). 2010-11: 19-6/12-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Nathaly Merlos; 5-6 Sr. Renechia Washington; 5-2 Sr. Kalyn Mayer; 5-4 Sr. Chakehria Jones; 5-6 Soph. Becca Emshoff; 5-8 Jr. Lanajha Porter; 5-4 Soph. Daija Davis; 5-6 Soph. Tessa Emshoff. GAME: Waltrip advanced to the area round against Alvin Manvel but lost a trio of first team all-district players to graduation. Jones and Mayer are legitimate talents off the second team roster who will be counted upon to lead a team that again features a number of seniors. HOUSTON STERLING RAIDERS-Coach: Sonja Dixon. 201011: 14-11/9-6. NAMES: Jr. Kayla Benoit; Jr. La’Shae Jacobs. GAME: Sterling advanced to bi-district against Houston Wheatley. Benoit and Jacobs were second team all-district for a club that should again be a playoff participant. HOUSTON REAGAN BULLDOGS--Coach: Kerrick Arrington. 2010-11: 18-17/9-5. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Brittany Reason; 5-2 Sr. Malinda Flores; 5-3 Jr. Karen Torres; 6-0 Jr. Lamonica Peacock; 5-5 Jr. Danielle Marshall. GAME: Reagan advanced to bi-district against Houston Worthing. This was a very young team last year but this year should be improved with the players gaining more experience. Reason and Flores were first team all-district nods while Torres was on the second team. HOUSTON AUSTIN MUSTANGS--Coach: Anitra Davis. 201011: 8-11/6-8. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Tichina Irving; 5-6 Sr. Yolanda Castro; 5-6 Soph. Melanie Fuentes; 5-2 Jr. Briana Hicks; 5-3 Sr. Sandra Jimenez; 5-6 Jr. Sandra Marquez; 5-5 Jr. Jamayka Roberts. GAME: Irving picked up second team all-district honors for the second consecutive year. HOUSTON SHARPSTOWN APOLLOS-Coach: Natalie Adams. 2010-11: 4-12/4-8. GAME: Sharpstown looks to replace the talents of graduated all-district performer Katy Delasbour. HOUSTON DAVIS PANTHERS--Coach: Garna Grant. 201011: 2-17/1-13. NAMES: Sr. Selene Looney. GAME: Mirtha Perez was a second team all-district pick for the second consecutive year but has graduated. HOUSTON LEE GENERALS--Coach: Lisa Daniels. 2010-11: 1-18/1-13. NAMES: Jr. Bridgette Wright; 5-5 Jr. Bakhita Vango; 5-6 Soph. Mikaylah Morgan; 5-8 Jr. Edwal Bior; 5-7 Jr. Larissa Myers; 5-9 Jr. Karina Hernandez. GAME: Lee has struggled in recent years and will need sec- ond team all-district Wright to continue her improvement for the team to see its improvement. DISTRICT 22-4A 4A HOUSTON WHEATLEY WILDCATS-Coach: Reuben Stiff (23-6). 2010-11: Lexi Fatheree Richmond Foster 23-6/11-1. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Diamonisha Sophus, 27 ppg., 7 rpg., 6 apg., 4 spg., 2 bpg.; 5-3 Jr. Daysha Mathis, 10 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-7 Soph. Ariel Taylor, 13 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 apg., 4 spg.; 5-3 Soph. Meashell Crosby, 6 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 6-1 Soph. Laura Fair, 4 ppg., 7 rpg., 1 bpg. GAME: Wheatley advanced to the area round against Angleton. Lady Wildcats return all players and will be paced by all Greater Houston third team member and first team all-district Sophus. Although the team will still be young, look for them to be a force in the region. First team alldistrict Taylor is being counted on for a breakout year after a sensational freshman campaign and Mathis is yet another first teamer. Crosby and Fair were freshmen second teamers. HOUSTON JONES FALCONS--Coach: Karen Waddell. 201011: 9-13/4-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Chassidy Miller; 5-2 Sr. Glorious Johnson; 5-4 Soph. Keonna Gay; 5-7 Sr. Desire Edwards; 5-5 Sr. Crystal Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Shakeira McDonald. GAME: Jones was not in the playoffs last year but that should change. Watch for first team all-district Miller and second teamer Johnson to carry a huge load for this team that will be a serious competitor for district bragging rights. HOUSTON WASHINGTON EAGLES--Coach: Sylvia Anderson. 2010-11: 8-9/7-5. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Cherelle Polk; 5-9 Soph. Arlyn Williams; 5-5 Sr. Erica Jenkins; 5-8 Soph. Indya Spencer; 5-9 Jr. Valerie Alexander; 5-10 Jr. Dominique Brown; 5-10 Sr. Michelle Hayes. GAME: Washington advanced to bi-district against Houston Yates but needs to replace a trio of all-district players who have graduated in order to ensure continued success. HOUSTON KASHMERE RAMS--Coach: Charles Williams. 2010-11: 8-13/7-5. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Karmen Cherry; 6-0 Jr. Jykadrda Rosemon; Soph. Olivia Crew. GAME: Kashmere advanced to bi-district against Houston Waltrip. Crew burst on the scene as a freshman and was named first team all-district. HOUSTON WORTHING COLTS-Coach: Leslie A. Harris. 2010-11: 20-7/11-1. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Brittany Pinckney; 5-5 Jr. Taylor Vaughn; 5-10 Soph. Chaniqua Smith. GAME: Worthing advanced to the area round against Richmond Foster. District MVP Jenzel Nash has graduated, but Worthing returns first team all-district Pinckney to build around. HOUSTON FURR BRAHMAS--Coach: Maria Villa. 2010-11: 2-12/2-10. GAME: Furr will look for improvement but first must replace graduated all-district performer Brittany Zabala. HOUSTON SCARBOROUGH SPARTANS--Coach: Paul Wilburn. 2010-11: 0-12/0-12. GAME: Scarborough says goodbye to graduated all-district talent Sashae’ Crockett. Cannon; 5-8 Soph. Cleonisha Humphrey. GAMES: Angleton advanced to the regional semifinals against Beaumont Ozen and will again be a district heavyweight. A senior-dominated class has graduated, including a trio of first team all-district talents and another off the second team. ROSENBERG LAMAR CONSOLIDATED MUSTANGS-Coach: LaQueisha Dickerson. 2010-11: 19-13/8-4. NAMES: 6-1 Soph. Ann Nwosah; 5-7 Sr. Mandy Nolan; 5-10 Sr. Quasadia Limbrick; 5-4 Sr. Koko Leonard; 5-6 Sr. Tanesia Johnson; 5-7 Sr. Jovonne Taylor; Soph. Jicela Cisnado; 6-0 Jr. Marleah Palmer; 5-5 Sr. Shaneria Adams; 5-5 Soph. Marissa Becerra; 5-10 Sr. Quasadia Limbrick; 5-9 Sr. Trameasha Strickland. GAME: Lamar Consolidated advanced to the area round against Houston Yates and returns both veteran leadership as well as a youthful dynamo in first team all-district Nwosah, who was selected as the only freshman to the group. The leadership comes in fellow first teamer Nolan and second teamer Limbrick. ROSENBERG TERRY RANGERS-Coach: Melissa Fields (270317). 2010-11: 10-21/5-7. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Ugo Onyekwere; 5-9 Sr. Dee Dee Williams, 10 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-4 Sr. Liliana Sequera; 5-8 Soph. Kristel Reid; 5-8 Jr. Alicia King. GAME: Terry advanced to bi-district against Alvin Manvel. Team should be quick and faster than in previous years and will look to use these positives to their advantage in defensive schemes. Terry looks to find some more offensive scorers and team chemistry will be of the utmost importance. Williams was second team all-district. BAY CITY BLACKCATS--Coach: Sherby Wilkerson (434-156). 2010-11:3-15/2-10. NAMES: 5-0 Sr. Andrea Mayberry; 5-0 Jr. Brittany Wyche; Sr. Chazmin Franklin. GAME: Bay City missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Mayberry continues her upward profile after being named first team all-district while Wyche was on the second team. EL CAMPO RICEBIRDS--Coach: Noma Kremling. 2010-11: 5-7 (district). NAMES: Sr. Cherise Coleman. GAME: El Campo missed the playoffs after advancing the prior year. FREEPORT BRAZOSPORT EXPORTERS-Coach: Rocky Roberts. 2010-11: 5-17/1-11. NAMES: 5-1 Jr. Ashley Alviar; 5-8 Sr. Shalayne Massingill; 5-3 Sr. Lashonda Nelson; 5-4 Jr. Yaneik Bonner; 5-2 Jr. Taylor Santiago; 5-2 Soph. Danielle Santiago; 5-5 Soph. Dillen Rambo; 5-8 Sr. Sharail Johnson; 5-2 Soph. Kadeja lewis; 5-7 Sr. Gladys Lorez; 5-7 Jr. Brandi Bergeron. GAME: Brazosport has two graduated seniors to replace in all-district picks Jessica Stafford and Shanice Botelho. RICHMOND GEORGE RANCH LONGHORNS—Coach: Shaleesha Pierce. 2010-11: New School. GAME: George Ranch debuts in a difficult varsity district. DISTRICT 23-4A DISTRICT 24-4A RICHMOND FOSTER FALCONS--Coach: Lorraine Fatheree. 2010-11: 21-11/10-2. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Maya Flaniken, 5 ppg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Lexi Fatheree, 18 ppg., 11 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Rachel Green, 5 ppg.; 6-1 Fr. Courtney White; Amber Marin. GAME: Foster advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Alvin Manvel. Team returns seven of its top 10 players including all-stater and first team all-district Fatheree and the rapidly rising Flaniken, the court general and second team all-district. Green leads the defensive tenacity. White should alter numerous shots while Marin is the unsung hero who hit big shots when they were needed. Team will push the ball a lot more, step up the defense and look for more transition points. ANGLETON WILDCATS-Coach: Melissa Hernandez (310130). 2010-11: 26-8/12-0. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Melanie Grovey; 5-4 Sr. Jarnice Stafford; 5-7 Jr. Ashley Lee; 5-6 Soph. Alesha Higgins; 6-0 Sr. Que’lanni ALVIN MANVEL MAVERICKS—Coach: Fleceia Comeaux. 2010-11: 24-9/11-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jade Castille; 5-9 Jr. Kira Powers; 6-0 Sr. Taylor Roberson; 5-9 Jr. Harrington McDowelle; 5-7 Jr. Ashlin Arnold. GAME: Manvel advanced to the regional semifinals against Huntsville. Talent is up and down the roster of this league favorite beginning with district MVP Castille and first team all-district Arnold. FRIENDSWOOD MUSTANGS-Coach: Ginger Hartman. 2010-11: 18-13/10-2. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Jill Bergeson; Jr. Amber Mills; Jr. Skylar Murphy; Jr. Kessler Hurd; Soph. Caitlin Modesett; Sr. Bianca Garza; Jr. Marley Goodwin; Sr. Morgan Marino; Jr. Kristen Van Riper. GAME: Friendswood advanced to bi-district against Rosenberg Lamar Consolidated. This team is always in the playoff Olivia Brown Pearland Dawson Cortnei Purnell Pearland Dawson Rachel Rhodes Pearland Dawson Taylor Mitchell Galveston Ball Jordan Raschke Galveston Ball Caroline Spagnola Galveston Ball mix and should be once more with the return of first team all-district Bergeson and second teamer Mills, along with honorable mention all-County Murphy. PEARLAND DAWSON EAGLES—Coach: Isabel Gomez. 2010-11: 16-14/8-4. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Rachel Rhodes, 5.3 ppg.; 5-7 Sr. Olivia Brown, 7.3 ppg.; 5-11 Jr. Cortnei Purnell, 12 ppg., 8.1 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Domonique Criddle, 6.8 ppg., 5.2 rpg. GAME: Dawson advanced to bi-district against Richmond Foster. Team should be quick up and down the court and will use speed as a strength. Dawson will have to work hard to keep team chemistry throughout the season. Purnell was newcomer of the year while Brown was first team alldistrict. LA MARQUE COUGARS-Coach: Tawana Rhoads. 2010-11: 17-14/7-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jessieka Palmer, 16.1 ppg., 5.8 rpg., 2.8 apg.; 5-6 Jr. Courtney Randle; 5-5 Jr. Kennedi Hogan; Jr. Jasmine Porterie; Sr. Shawne Madria; Sr. Brittane Smith; Sr. Ashley Lewis; Jr. Kierra Jones; Sr. Shondrolette McGaskey. GAME: La Marque advanced to bi-district against Angleton. Watch for first team all-district performers Randle and Palmer to lead another expected playoff showing. GALVESTON BALL TORNADOES-Coach: Wayne Green (2361). 2010-11: 13-17/4-8. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Caroline Spagnola, 12 ppg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Taylor Mitchell, 11 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-5 Jr. Jordan Raschke, 9 ppg., 5 apg., 5 spg. GAME: With three all-district picks back in the fold in Spagnola, Mitchell and Raschke, Ball should be competing for one of the playoff spots. LEAGUE CITY CLEAR FALLS KNIGHTS—Coach: Dave Ward. 2010-11: New School. GAME: Clear Falls joins Ridge Point in its inaugural varsity UIL season. SANTA FE INDIANS-Coach: Ben Law. 2010-11: 8-21/1-11. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Lindsay Campbell, 13.6 ppg., 4.1 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Kalynn Allen; 5-8 Sr. Darrian Hebert; 5-2 Jr. Erin Laird; 5-4 Jr. Micaela Bouvier; 5-9 Jr. Bonnie Laughlin; 5-11 Sr. Jade Lindahl. GAME: Losing all-district Brittany Tatyrek to graduation hurts, but Santa Fe is fortunate to welcome back a number of seniors who will provide steady leadership, including first team all-district Campbell. TEXAS CITY STINGAREES-Coach: Jodi Thompson. 2010-11: 4-16/1-11. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Danesha Jones; 5-2 Jr. Tedra Garza; 5-7 Sr. Toni Richardson; 5-9 Sr. Charis Price; 5-5 Sr. Mariana Flores. GAME: Texas City will be playing catch-up after graduating all-district stars Jada McIntosh and Ashley Artis. FORT BEND RIDGE POINT PANTHERS—Coach: Felicia Hardaway. 2010-11: New School. GAME: Ridge Point debuts in a tough Class 4A league. DISTRICT 25-4A CEDAR PARK VISTA RIDGE RANGERS-Coach: Mike Martin. 2010-11: 32-6/11-1. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Chinwe Duru, 15 ppg., 3.5 bpg.; 5-8 Sr. Regina Phillips; 5-5 Sr. Gabby Moore; 5-6 Jr. Hannah Reyes; 5-8 Soph. Charisma Alexander; 5-11 Jr. Rachel Purl; 5-6 Soph. Raquel Wright. GAME: Vista Ridge advanced to the regional final against Austin LBJ and will again be stout with the return of district MVP and third team all-Central Texas Duru. This loaded team also includes district defensive MVP Moore, second team all-district Phillips and honorable mention all-district Alexander. MARBLE FALLS MUSTANGS-Coach: Stephanie Gamble. 2010-11: 13-23-1/5-7. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Kiara Etheridge, 15.2 ppg.; 5-2 Sr. Whitney Ulbricht; Soph. Haley Colter; Soph. Sarah Stripling, 11 ppg.; Soph. Blanca Fonseca; Sr. Kaitlyn Bible; Soph. Tiffany Winters; Soph. Haley Stephens; Jr. Katy Bartels; Sr. Kimberley Bible; Soph. Teagan Hall. GAME: Marble Falls advanced to the regional quarterfinals TexPreps Basketball | Page 97 against district rival Cedar Park Vista Ridge despite fielding an incredibly young team that graduated no seniors from the roster. Etheridge and Stripling were first team all-district while Stephens was on the second team and Ulbricht, Kaitlyn Bible and Fonseca were honorable mention. CEDAR PARK TIMBERWOLVES-Coach: Mark Myers. (658250). 2010-11: 34-5/11-1. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Lauren Springfield; 6-0 Sr. Morgan Halstead; 5-2 Sr. Zia Carter. GAME: Cedar Park advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Austin LBJ but graduated nine seniors from the roster. Halstead returns following an honorable mention alldistrict campaign and will lead a young team. DRIPPING SPRINGS TIGERS-Coach: Scott Masch. 2010-11: 13-21/4-8. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Cheryl Kurhajec; 5-6 Jr. Hailey Bode; 6-0 Sr. Kelsey Espinosa; 6-0 Sr. Demi Tatsch; 5-3 Jr. Lacey Carter; 5-6 Sr. Taylor Turner; 5-10 Jr. Madison Steele; 5-10 Sr. Kaylee Sessions. GAME: Dripping Springs missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Espinosa grabbed first team alldistrict recognition while Turner, Bode and Carter were all honorable mention. LEANDER VANDEGRIFT VIPERS—Coach: Jody Hormann. 2010-11: 17-18/4-8. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Sophia Duffield; 6-0 Jr. Natasha Desai; 5-5 Sr. Paige Lichtenberger; 5-11 Sr. Jasmine Mobley; 5-8 Jr. Megha Pandya; 5-11 Sr. Emily Sears; 5-8 Jr. Kelsee Pitman; 5-10 Sr. Katy Gallien; Soph. Wendy Wan; 5-8 Sr. Andi Martinez; 5-8 Jr. Allie Galloway. GAME: Vandegrift improved even some more in the school’s second year and is headed in the right direction. Lichtenberger and Mobley were both first team all-district while Duffield was on the second team and Gallien was honorable mention. AUSTIN LAKE TRAVIS CAVALIERS-Coach: Ted Dydalewicz Jr. (137-108) 2010-11: 9-17/4-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Taylor Dydalewicz; 5-5 Jr. Abbie Mangum; 5-11 Jr. Anick Morales; 6-1 Sr. Kaci Eaton; Soph. Delaney Mayberry; Sr. Taylor Kan. GAME: Lake Travis will succeed behind second team all-district Dydalewicz and a supporting cast of honorable mention all-district picks Eaton, Mayberry and Kan. LEANDER ROUSE RAIDERS—Coach: Lori McDonald. 201011: 9-24/3-9. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Tesah Badilla; 5-4 Sr. Crysta Haines; 5-6 Sr. Aubrey Swilling; 5-7 Jr. Sydney Hutson; 5-8 Jr. Katie Smith; 5-7 Sr. Alex Hoffman; 6-2 Jr. Carrie Kirchner; 5-9 Jr. Ellie Enis; 5-4 Soph. Baylee Peck; 5-10 Jr. Catherine Denmon; 5-8 Soph. Mariah Merriweather. GAME: Merriweather was named the district newcomer of the year and offers great promise for the future. Help comes from second team all-district Haines and honorable mention Kirchner. DISTRICT 26-4A AUSTIN LBJ JAGUARS-Coach: Renee Brown. 2010-11: 285/12-0. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Alexis Hyder, 14.4 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Losa De Leon; 5-5 Sr. Emily Gerwels; 5-11 Jr. Johneisha Alexander. GAME: LBJ made a short trip of the best kind … a jog down the road to the Erwin Center and the state tournament. The Lady Jaguars advanced to the championship and more than held their own in a 44-39 contest against powerful Canyon. Three-year starter Hyder has cemented herself as one of the best in the state and was named to the all-Central Texas first team. The team had an emotional season and dedicated it in memory of long-time assistant coach Bob Hayes who passed away in December during the season. AUSTIN TRAVIS REBELS-Coach: Chante Crutchfield. 201011: 20-11/10-2. NAMES: Sr. Michelle Marshall; Sr. Geraldlesha Milligan; Sr. Denisha Stamps. GAME: Travis advanced to bi-district against Marble Falls and despite graduating eight seniors from the roster should again be one of the participants in the district title chase. AUSTIN CROCKETT COUGARS--Coach: Jennifer Shuttlesworth. 2010-11: 16-18/7-5. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Sierra Green; 5-4 Sr. Justice Rochell. GAME: Crockett advanced to bi-district against Cedar Park. Team will be very young and inexperienced this season following the graduation of seven seniors. With only two players returning, Crockett will have to learn to play at the varsity level quickly. Team will be fairly small but quick, de- TexPreps Basketball | Page 98 fensive and hard-working. AUSTIN REAGAN RAIDERS-Coach: Nate Haynes. 2010-11: 5-10/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Jessica Wade. GAME: Wade is the leader for a team that was on the edge of the playoffs last year. AUSTIN LANIER VIKINGS--Coach: Laura Cryer. 2010-11: 2-15/2-10. NAMES: Sr. Kandice Gowdy-Barnes; Sr. Desirae Holmes. GAME: It was a small victory, but Lanier grabbed a pair of district wins after going winless in the league the previous year. AUSTIN MCCALLUM KNIGHTS--Coach: Lori A. Campbell. 2010-11: 6-18/6-6. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Tila Clay; 5-3 Sr. Katurah Rachel; 5-2 Sr. Brianna Hopkins; 5-4 Jr. Katie Gernsbacher; 5-6 Sr. Naomi Jones; 5-6 Sr. Gabby Villela; 5-9 Sr. Donice Clemons; 5-9 Jr. Tiara Tate; Sr. Chinwe Duru; Sr. Regina Phillips. GAME: McCallum advanced to bi-district against Cedar Park Vista Ridge. This is still a relatively young club despite graduating five seniors that expects to once again compete for a post-season berth. AUSTIN EASTSIDE MEMORIAL PANTHERS—Coach: Sherrie Williams. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). GAME: Eastside Memorial had a rough first year out of the varsity gate. DISTRICT 27-4A NEW BRAUNFELS CANYON COUGARS-Coach: Terry Tennell. 2010-11: 18-13/8-4. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Chamaya Turner, 18.6 ppg., 11.1 rpg., 4.8 apg., 4.8 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Kelsey Flanagan; Jr. Caitlin Cote; 5-4 Jr. Jackie Schaake; Soph. Abby Dunkin. GAME: Canyon advanced to bi-district against Castroville Medina Valley. This is a team that should again be at the top of the district with the return of all-area talent Turner, who was also named district defensive player of the year and TABC all-region after averaging a double-double. Help is present with first team all-district Flanagan and second teamers Cote and Schaake. BUDA HAYS CONSOLIDATED REBELS-Coach: Danny Pruess (86-136). 2010-11: 17-18/8-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Nicole Alcantara; 5-5 Sr. Shannon Peace; 5-9 Jr. Jennifer Colonetta; 5-7 Jr. Rachel Calabrese; 5-6 Sr. Mariana Sigala. GAME: Hays advanced to bi-district against Boerne Champion. Alcantara is back after a first team all-district season while Peace found harmony on the honorable mention roster. SCHERTZ CLEMENS BUFFALOES-Coach: Coy Tackitt. 201011: 16-18/7-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Zenobia Winbush; 5-8 Sr. Zareia Moore; 5-7 Soph. Sabrina Catangal; 5-11 Jr. Sierra McCarthy. GAME: Clemens advanced to bi-district against San Antonio Brennan. There were eight good seniors that graduated the year before Coach Tackitt arrived, so he inherited a team that was fairly inexperienced at varsity play. However, the few seniors that graduated last year will be missed. Team will be very competitive and have a chance to make the playoffs again. If Winbush can become the dominant player she is capable of becoming, this could be a tough team to beat. SPRING BRANCH SMITHSON VALLEY RANGERS-Coach: Nicole Villarreal. 2010-11: 29-5/12-0. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Allyssia Hodge; 6-0 Jr. Allison Baker; 5-6 Sr. Gaby Lugo; 5-4 Jr. Danielle Vizzone; 5-7 Sr. Shaina Tanks; 5-7 Sr. Raquel Mireles. GAME: Smithson Valley advanced to the area round against Marble Falls. Danielle Blagg and other talented seniors are gone and will need to be replaced. Tanks is full and ready to go after being named honorable mention all-district. KYLE LEHMAN LOBOS-Coach: Jamie Coy. 2010-11: 7-18/39. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Amara Smith; 6-1 Jr. Ariana Gallegos; 5-8 Jr. Bria Cheatham; 5-5 Sr. Cydney Ervin; 5-6 Sr. Catherine Gonzalez; 5-8 Sr. Anissa Robles; 5-7 Sr. Tori Torres; 5-8 Jr. Kar Brown; 5-8 Sr. Keira Holmes. GAME: Lehman will be in the playoff mix with the return of first team all-district Smith, second teamers Gallegos and Cheatham and honorable mention Brown. SAN ANTONIO ALAMO HEIGHTS MULES--Coach: Christy Moore. 2010-11: 9-20/4-8. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Abbey Strunk; 5-10 Sr. Sally Stecher; 5-8 Jr. Jackie Cabello; 5-7 Jr. Haile Bradley; 6-1 Sr. Allie Lammers; Jr. Olivia Leeper; 5-11 Sr. Jemma Miller; 5-4 Sr. Megan Solo- Nicolina Castillo Medina Valley Brianna Shafer Medina Valley Karly Williams Medina Valley mon; Soph. Emily Weyand. GAME: Strunk and Stecher will carry the load following first team all-district recognition. Help comes from second team performer Cabello. LOCKHART LIONS-Coach: Gary Hartman. 2010-11: 5-25/012. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Cassie Schroeder; Sr. Bradie Bartsch; Sr. Samantha Cowan; Jr. Chanti Cyphers. GAME: Lockhart has fallen on tough times lately but the future is brighter with the return of honorable mention Schroeder. DISTRICT 28-4A SAN ANTONIO BRENNAN BEARS—Coach: Randy Evans. 2010-11: 25-9/11-1. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Alyssa Crockett; 6-0 Soph. Tanaeya Boclair; Jr. Ashlynn Graham; Soph. Kealani Marquez; Soph. Eliza Martinez. GAME: District champion Brennan advanced to the area round against Cedar Park in the school’s first year of varsity play and is now ready to truly excel. Team brings back first team all-district and all-area picks Boclair and Crockett to lead the way. Marquez was also a first teamer while Graham was on the second team. There is plenty of talent here for a long playoff run. BOERNE CHAMPION CHARGERS-Coach: Jonathan Tate (130-65). 2010-11: 20-13/9-3. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Brooke Allemand, 16 ppg., 3 apg., 2.5 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Heather Hormuth; 5-9 Sr. Ashley Brodrick; 5-4 Soph. Amanda Willoughby; 6-0 Soph. Jamee Jorgensen. GAME: Champion advanced to the area round against Austin LBJ for the second consecutive season. Chargers return a lot of young players who gained experience last year. Allemand can shoot with the best of them and was tabbed district MVP and all-area in only her sophomore season and will lead a still-young team that has greater aspirations. Hormuth and Brodrick were first team all-district selections. The duo along with Jorgensen don’t have overwhelming size but should be good inside while Willoughby is a dynamic player who will make others better. CASTROVILLE MEDINA VALLEY PANTHERS-Coach: Justin Russell (120-91). 2010-11: 26-7/10-2. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Brianna Shafer, 6.3 ppg., 4.6 apg., 4 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Karlyn Williams, 13.4 ppg., 4.4 rpg., 3 apg.; 6-0 Sr. Nicolina Castillo, 7 ppg., 8.3 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Cecilia Fussell, 6.5 ppg., 4.6 rpg. GAME: Medina Valley advanced to the area round against Cedar Park Vista Ridge. This will be a very experienced team that will once again be in the hunt for a district title and long playoff run. With four players with three years of varsity experience, the team looks for one of the best seasons in school history. Shafer was defensive player of the year while Williams was first team all-district. KERRVILLE TIVY ANTLERS-Coach: Christy Dill. 2010-11: 1123/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Emily Ashley; Sr. Acacia Stuckey; Sr. Jamie Jenschke; Jr. Olivia Bates; Soph. Marisa Hernandez; Soph. Kendall Dyal. GAME: Tivy advanced to bi-district against Spring Branch Smithson Valley and will look to second team all-district Jenschke to remain a playoff contender. Help comes from honorable mention Stuckey, Bates, Hernandez and Dyal. SAN ANTONIO HARLANDALE INDIANS--Coach: Jaqueline Contreras. 2010-11: 16-15/5-7. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Jeselle Ramirez; 5-8 Sr. Dishai Goodwyn; 5-8 Jr. Crystal Menchaca; 5-6 Jr. Daniella Aguirre; 5-5 Sr. Ana Cardenas; 5-2 Sr. Angelica Garcia; 5-10 Soph. Connie Garza; 5-5 Jr. Brianna Jaramillo; 5-1 Sr. Nancy Perez; 6-0 Sr. Justine Sandoval. GAME: Harlandale lost in a playoff tiebreaker game against Kerrville Tivy and missed the playoffs after going the previous year. That should turn around with the return of first team all-district Ramirez and second teamers Goodwyn and Menchaca. SAN ANTONIO MCCOLLUM COWBOYS--Coach: Ana Rosas. 2010-11: 2-27/1-11. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Sofia Jimenez; Sr. Nereyda Araujo; Sr. Val Bautista; Sr. Flor Delgado; Sr. Linsey Martinez; Sr. Alyssa Villalobos. GAME: A pair of graduated all-district talents in Megan Ozuniga and Melissa Anguiana need to be replaced. UVALDE COYOTES-Coach: Scot Billey. 2010-11: 11-20/1-11. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Shea Marbaugh; 5-6 Sr. Briana Allen; Soph. Kim Chapa; 5-3 Sr. Briana Gonzalez; 5-8 Sr. Hannah Jechow; 5-3 Sr. Anissa Sotelo; 5-7 Soph. Alessandra Ortiz; 5-8 Jr. Emily Rue; 5-6 Sr. Morgan Davis; 5-7 Jr. Stephanie Garza. GAME: Marbaugh is the undeniable Uvalde leader following second team all-district honors. DISTRICT 29-4A SAN ANTONIO BRACKENRIDGE EAGLES-Coach: Patrick Harvey. 2010-11: 18-17/11-5. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Megan Balderas; 5-9 Sr. Gabriela Pedraza; 5-6 Sr. April Brady; 5-1 Sr. Natalie Lopez; 5-2 Jr. Khaina Pierce; 5-10 Sr. Imani Peterson; 5-9 Jr. Dorene Ramirez; 5-7 Sr. Nicole Sandoval. GAME: Brackenridge advanced to bi-district against Gregory-Portland and will again have more than enough talent to return to the post-season. Brady and Pedraza were first team all-district while Ramirez was on the second team. SAN ANTONIO EDISON GOLDEN BEARS--Coach: Angie Alonzo. 2010-11: 10-20/7-9. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Ashley Ortiz; 5-5 Sr. Adrienne Alvarado; 5-3 Jr. Valerie Cervantes; 5-3 Jr. Jordan Hernandez; 5-6 Sr. Nicole Hernandez. GAME: Cervantes was named district newcomer of the year while Alvarado was second team all-district. This combination is dynamic enough to propel Edison to the top of the district pack. SAN ANTONIO KENNEDY ROCKETS--Coach: Lelia J. Lockett. 2010-11: 23-7/15-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Gabby Ramos, 17.8 ppg., 10.2 rpg.; 5-3 Jr. Vanessa Perez; 5-6 Sr. Andrea Tello, 5.8 ppg.; 5-6 Sr. Amber Lopez; 5-5 Jr. Claudia Montalvo. GAME: Kennedy advanced to bi-district against Floresville after clinching the school’s first district championship. The team had made the playoffs only once before, in 2009. This could be a rebuilding year after the team graduated seven seniors and will include quite a few new faces. Ramos averaged a double-double and was named to the all-area team as well as district MVP. SAN ANTONIO LANIER VOKS--Coach: Laura Negrete-Fernandez. 2010-11: 14-18/10-6. NAMES: Sr. Samantha Cortinas; Sr. Ashley Carrizal; Jr. Rebecca Escamilla; Sr. Jovina Haro; Sr. Kelly Martinez; Jr. Isabel Ortiz. GAME: Lanier advanced to bi-district against Victoria East. Cortinas placed on the first team all-district roster and will lead another playoff charge. SAN ANTONIO SOUTHSIDE CARDINALS--Coach: Dolores Sulaica. 2010-11: 9-21/7-9. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Candi Vaquera, 6 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Katherine Guerra, 4 ppg., 11 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Shayla Riddell, 5 ppg., 9.8 rpg.; 5-4 Jr. April Rodriguez, 4 ppg., 3 spg. GAME: Southside is young but with a deep group of juniors who have one year of varsity experience. Team expects to be in full swing by the time district rolls around. SAN ANTONIO BURBANK BULLDOGS-Coach: Laura Zapata. 2010-11: 13-20/9-7. NAMES: Sr. Karina Martinez; Sr. Alexis Lopez; Sr. Selina Lopez; Soph. Alejandra Martinez; 5-6 Sr. Ingrid Ortega; Sr. Sarah Perez. GAME: Burbank advanced to bi-district for the fifth consecutive season, this time against Victoria West. Karina Martinez is back following a second team all-district campaign. SAN ANTONIO MEMORIAL MINUTEMEN-Coach: Mike Gant. 2010-11: 8-21/2-14. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Krystal Campos; 5-4 Sr. Julia Garcia; 5-5 Sr. Sabrina Cervantes; 5-5 Sr. Karoline Rodriguez; 5-7 Sr. Ruth Gutierrez. GAME: Memorial will need several on its roster to step up to replace graduated all-area talent Diamond Maldonado. It may not sound like much, but Memorial’s eight wins were eight more than the previous season, so this is definitely a team showing improvement. SAN ANTONIO JEFFERSON MUSTANGS--Coach: Tammy Beresford. 2010-11: 12-15/8-8. NAMES: Sr. Amber Diaz; Sr. Destiny Guzman; Sr. Ronni Rodriguez; Sr. Tiffany Rodriguez; Sr. Tessa Villarreal; Sr. Madalena Zuniga. GAME: Team must replace graduated all-district talent Brittany Garza. SAN ANTONIO FOX TECH BUFFALOES--Coach: Ruben Segovia. 2010-11: 5-21/3-13. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Jackie Caldera; 5-5 Jr. Rebecca Escamilla; 6-2 Sr. Rayven Reyes. GAME: Seniors and all-district luminaries Grace Seward and Laura Enriquez must be replaced. DISTRICT 30-4A FLORESVILLE TIGERS-Coach: Greg McWilliams. 2010-11: 28-7/6-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Erica Hernandez, 19.8 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 2.5 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Shelby Leinneweber, 8.3 ppg., 7.3 rpg., 1.8 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Brittany Aikens, 12.2 ppg., 4.2 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Amanda Montoya, 4.3 ppg., 5.6 rpg., 1.5 spg. GAME: Floresville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Victoria East. Team returns a wealth of experience. Success will depend heavily on Floresville being able to find some stability at the point guard position. Hernandez is district co-MVP while Aikens was first team all-district. Leinneweber was on the second team. VICTORIA EAST TITANS—Coach: Yulonda Wimbish-North. 2010-11: 24-10/7-3. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Ramaya Dean.; Sr. Kenya Griffin; Sr. Ashley Strelec; 5-7 Sr. Danielle Franklin; Sr. Shanice Hughes; 5-6 Jr. Bre Williams. GAME: Victoria East made its first year one to remember in racing to the regional semifinals against Cedar Park Vista Ridge. Franklin was a defensive stopper and named to the Victoria Advocate all-area first team while Griffin and Hughes were on the second team. Dean was honorable mention and voted district newcomer of the year. GREGORY-PORTLAND WILDCATS-Coach: Vince Stark. 2010-11: 27-10/6-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Whitney West, 15.7 ppg., 2.3 apg., 4.1 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Candace Walls, 8.2 ppg., 2.5 apg., 2.3 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Sarah Wisor, 12.7 ppg., 5.9 rpg., 3.5 apg., 3.5 spg. GAME: Gregory-Portland advanced to the area round against Hidalgo. Team will have more varsity experience. A lack of size will have to be made up with quickness and team play. West and Wisor were first team all-district while Walls was on the second team. VICTORIA WEST WARRIORS—Coach: Sandra Jimenez. 2010-11: 26-10/9-1. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Kaylee Krawietz; 5-7 Jr. Treka Franklin; Sr. Adelaide Wenzel; Sr. Danielle Franklin; 5-2 Sr. Emily Skipper, 8.4 ppg., 4.9 rpg., 3.4 apg.; 5-2 Sr. Sevanah Campos-Reyes. GAME: Victoria West advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Hidalgo. Treka Franklin was district co-MVP while Wenzel, Skipper, Campos-Reyes and Danielle Franklin were first team all-district for a school that shot out of the gate in its first year. BEEVILLE JONES TROJANS-Coach: Katina Walker. 2010-11: 12-18/2-8. NAMES: Jr. Victoria Elizalde; Jr. Randi Maupin; Sr. Tori Munoz; Sr. Lynn Puente; Sr. Alisa Patterson; Jr. Annysa Barbosa; Jr. Theresa Amador. GAME: Look for good things to happen behind second team all-district Elizalde and honorable mention Maupin. PORT LAVACA CALHOUN SANDCRABS--Coach: Sherman Chew (340-124). 2010-11: 13-20/0-10. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Michelle Wagner; 5-9 Sr. Sage Sexton; Soph. Raven Jones; Jr. Brenda Cardona; Sr. Summer Wunderlich; Sr. Jayda Barton; Sr. Amanda Villarreal; Sr. Brayson McGrew; Soph. Jordan Edison; Sr. Kendall Smith. GAME: Calhoun is fighting an uphill battle in a tough district. Still, the team can point to first team all-district Wagner and honorable mention all-district Barton and Sexton as bright spots to build with. Only three seniors graduated from the roster. DISTRICT 31-4A CORPUS CHRISTI RAY TEXANS-Coach: Roy De La Pena (429211). 2010-11: 20-12/10-2. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Erin Longoria; 5-9 Sr. Lierra Franklin; 5-11 Soph. Shanell Stewart. GAME: Ray advanced to the area round against Victoria East and with its solid tradition will again be among the favorites. Longoria and Franklin were first team all-district. CORPUS CHRISTI MOODY TROJANS-Coach: Myra Nerios. 2010-11: 22-14/9-3. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Alyssa Salinas; 6-2 Jr. Adrienne Nickelson; Jr. Renae Palacios; 6-2 Sr. Kierra Sanders; 5-7 Soph. Taylor Wil- liams; 5-0 Jr. Alexis Urtado; 5-4 Soph. Taylor Garcia. GAME: Moody advanced to the area round against Floresville but graduated district MVP Kiana Orise. Urtado and Nickelson return following a second team all-district year while Williams and Salinas were honorable mention. CORPUS CHRISTI TULOSO-MIDWAY CHEROKEES-Coach: Hector Serna. 2010-11: 25-11/9-3. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Korey Coburn, 10 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Victoria Galaviz, 6 ppg., 9 rpg., 3 spg. GAME: Tuloso-Midway advanced to the area round against Victoria West. A good nucleus of seven lettermen returns to a senior ballclub. Team is big inside, has a great attitude and work habits and a great tradition that has netted five consecutive playoff appearances. Coburn was second team all-district while Galaviz was honorable mention. CORPUS CHRISTI CALALLEN WILDCATS-Coach: David Land (470-234). 2010-11: 20-14/7-5. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Jackie Bueno, 10 ppg., 6 rpg., 2 bpg.; 5-7 Sr. KK Guthrie, 8 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Shelby Pesek, 9 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Calallen advanced to bi-district against Hidalgo Early College. With three veteran starters back in the mix, Calallen seeks to have a more extended playoff run behind first team all-district Bueno and second teamers Guthrie and Pesek. ALICE COYOTES-Coach: Larry Skinner. 2010-11: 8-18/3-9. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Lexie Villarreal; 5-7 Sr. Morgan Schulze; 5-6 Sr. Victoria Arellano. GAME: Alice missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Villarreal was a first team all-district recipient while Arellano was on the second team. CORPUS CHRISTI FLOUR BLUFF HORNETS-Coach: James McMinn. 2010-11: 6-20/4-8. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Julia Rendon; Caitlynn Mitchell. GAME: Flour Bluff missed the dance after being on the floor the previous year. New blood arrives with newcomer of the year Mitchell. KINGSVILLE KING BRAHMAS-Coach: Mark Belford. 201011: 3-21/0-12. NAMES: Jr. Jasmine Richardson; Sr. Kaylie Hahn. GAME: This program is always battling hard but playing behind in overall talent. Still, King boasts first team all-district Richardson and honorable mention Hahn to lift the winloss record. DISTRICT 32-4A HIDALGO PIRATES-Coach: Jim Post. 2010-11: 30-6/17-1. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Nelly Flores, 18.7 ppg., 10.6 rpg.; Jr. Jade Jones; Jr. Janice Castillo; Jr. Nikki Sanchez; Soph. Lexi Williams, 8 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg.; Sr. Alexis Frias; Jr. Danica Garcia. GAME: Hidalgo advanced to the regional semifinals against Austin LBJ in the school’s initial season up from Class 3A and will be just as formidable this year. Flores was the district MVP while averaging a double-double and should be outstanding her senior season. Williams chalked up newcomer of the year honors while Jones was first team alldistrict, Sanchez was on the second team and Castillo was honorable mention. WESLACO EAST WILDCATS-Coach: Chris Kromer (240-305). 2010-11: 25-12/16-2. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Kayla Rodriguez; 5-6 Jr. Falisha Villanueva; 5-2 Jr. Marissa Decanini; 5-10 Sr. Caroline Cuellar; 5-7 Sr. Patricia Ochoa; 5-10 Sr. Julianna Benitez; 5-8 Sr. Clarisa Zavala; 5-5 Jr. Samantha Rivera. GAME: Weslaco East advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Moody and despite graduating several talented players including offensive player of the year Darcy Cuellar should still be playoff worthy. Watch for honorable mention all-district selections Villanueva, Benitez and Caroline Cuellar to steer the attack. MISSION VETERANS MEMORIAL PATRIOTS-Coach: Rafael Cantu, Jr. 2010-11: 21-15/14-4. NAMES: Jr. Briana Casas, 12.5 ppg., 11 rpg.; Sr. Kassy Lopez. GAME: Veterans Memorial advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Tuloso-Midway. Double-double machine Casas was at home in a first team all-district campaign, where she was joined by Lopez. EDCOUCH-ELSA YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: Imelda Rubio. 2010-11: 15-20/10-8. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Laura Ruiz, 10 ppg., 6 rpg., 5 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Kendra Garcia, 10 ppg., 10 rpg., 4 bpg.; 5-7 Soph. Katrina Capello, 12 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Gabby Capello, 8 ppg., 4 rpg., 4 spg. GAME: After a rebuilding year, Edcouch-Elsa’s team TexPreps Basketball | Page 99 4A consists of two powerful seniors, three juniors and two sophomores who are looking for perfection this season. Garcia was second team all-district while Ruiz and Kendra and Katrina Capello were all honorable mention. ROMA GLADIATORS-Coach: Romero Rios. 2010-11: 1319/8-10. GAME: Sr. Lynette Guerra; Sr. Jessica Garcia; Jr. Mariela Silva; Jr. Ana Resendez; Sr. Julia Perez; Jr. Karen Gonzalez; Sr. Isamar Ochoa. GAME: Talent abounds on this team with first team alldistrict Garcia and honorable mention picks Guerra and Perez. LA JOYA JUAREZ-LINCOLN HUSKIES--Coach: Anisa Reyna. 2010-11: 17-10/11-7. NAMES: Sr. Gracie Lopez; Sr. Maria De Alejandro. GAME: Juarez-Lincoln advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Ray, one year after going 2-28/0-14. Team must replace a pair of graduated first team all-district stars in Cynthia Badillo and Brenda Montemayor. Watch for honorable mention all-district De Alejandro to assume the leadership role. MERCEDES TIGERS-Coach: Marisa Gutierrez. 2010-11: 15-17/8-10. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Alyza Alaniz; 5-3 Sr. Anessa Casarez; 5-10 Sr. Taylor Morrell; 5-2 Jr. Selena Alvarado; 5-7 Sr. Marlen Trevino; 5-3 Jr. Monica Ramirez; 5-3 Sr. Rebecca Trevino; 5-0 Jr. Marissa Mata; 5-7 Jr. Sonia Flores; 5-6 Jr. Keisha Rodriguez; 5-4 Soph. Crystal Cardenas. GAME: Mercedes is driven to succeed this year behind second team all-district Ramirez and honorable mention stars Alaniz and Rodriguez. BROWNSVILLE VETERANS MEMORIAL CHARGERS— Coach: Lottie Zarate. 2010-11: 3-19/3-15. NAMES: 5-5 Soph. Cassie Garza; 5-7 Jr. Jasmine Flores; 5-6 Jr. Marissa Gomez; 5-5 Jr. Ashley Villarreal; 5-6 Soph. Loyda Rodriguez; 5-10 Jr. Gisela Angeles; 5-4 Soph. Mirana Alcala; 5-10 Jr. Monica Chacon; 5-5 Jr. Krystal Flores; 5-6 Jr. Catherine Cuellar. GAME: Veterans Memorial will again be young with no seniors in the second year of the program. Angeles and Krystal Flores garnered second team all-district recognition last year with Cuellar and Alcala on the honorable mention list. RIO GRANDE CITY RATTLERS-Coach: Simon Garza. 201011: 6-21/3-15. GAME: Rio Grande City showed modest improvement after going winless in district the previous year. PHARR VALLEY VIEW TIGERS-Coach: Ozzy Hernandez. 2010-11: 0-22/0-18. NAMES: Jr. Dorana Valdez; Jr. Alma Rodriguez; Jr. Kimberly Hernandez; Soph. Patricia Garza; Jr. Dalia Mata; Jr. Karina Hernandez. GAME: Valley View not only missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and must replace a trio of graduated all-district talents but went winless in the process. TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 3A GIRLS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Abilene Wylie—Peyton Little is back before going to Texas A&M for a repeat shot at a state title. Kennedale—District MVP Jamaika Hughes returns for a regional finalist that fell to Abilene Wylie. Texarkana Liberty-Eylau—Lady Leopards danced to the regional semifinals and always represent well. Argyle—Skip Townsend arrives from a wildly successful run at Brock and inherits another strong team. Fairfield—After a state semifinal berth, Fairfield brings back enough talent to make another run. Rockport-Fulton—The first year down in Class 3A was good to R-F, which made it to Austin. Sour Lake Hardin-Jefferson—District MVP Abreanna Fontenot leads a deep team returning four starters. Lubbock Cooper—Three-time all-state Brittney Bednarz leads a talented regional semifinalist. Shallowater—In the same district with Lubbock Cooper and also picked next to each other in the state top 10 list. Lucas Lovejoy—Hit hard by graduation, but still a dangerous team that reached the state final against Abilene Wylie. CLASS 3A DISTRICT 1-3A PERRYTON RANGERS--Coach: Dustin Klafka. 2010-11: 229/9-0. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Bailey Walker; 5-6 Sr. Shelby Skaggs; Soph. Sydney Walton, 10 ppg., 4 rpg.; Sr. Mackenzie Allred. GAME: Perryton advanced to the area round against Seminole. Team must replace graduated district MVP Lisa Rinker but is otherwise strong with the return of first team alldistrict Walker and Allred. PAMPA HARVESTERS-Coach: Gene Valentine. 2010-11: 6-20/2-7. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Kirsten Kuhn; Sr. Kaitlin Sieck; Sr. Delaney Clandening. GAME: Pampa missed the post-season after advancing the previous year. This team should find that to be a one-year absence as Kuhn, Sieck and Clandening all return following first team all-district seasons. DALHART GOLDEN WOLVES--Coach: Shannon Fisher (172110). 2010-11: 15-15/4-5. NAMES: Sr. Jeana Sybesma; Sr. Brynn Dunham. GAME: Dalhart advanced to bi-district against Lubbock Cooper and will be in capable hands once again with the return of district defensive player of the year Sybesma and first team all-district Dunham. BORGER BULLDOGS-Coach: Travis Nicks. 2010-11: 1119/3-6. NAMES: Sr. Leah Stroud. GAME: Borger advanced to bi-district against Shallowater one year after a 1-9 district finish. The primary challenge for the team will be finding replacements for graduated alldistrict talents J’cee Pool and Madison Argo. DISTRICT 2-3A LUBBOCK COOPER PIRATES-Coach: Trent Hilliard (156120). 2010-11: 24-13/6-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Brittney Bednarz, 12.2 ppg., 4.8 rpg., 4.8 apg., 3.3 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Beka Brown, 9.6 ppg., 8.1 rpg., 1.4 apg., 1.7 spg.; 6-1 Jr. Bridget Rampy, 3.1 ppg., 4.9 rpg., 2.2 bpg.; 5-9 Jr. Taylor Parr, 7.1 ppg., 3.6 rpg., 1.7 apg., 1.6 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Katy Boren, 7.3 ppg., 1.2 apg.; 5-5 Sr. Kalyn Bednarz, 6.2 ppg., 3 rpg., 2.1 apg., 2.1 spg. TexPreps Basketball | Page 100 GAME: Cooper advanced to the regional semifinals against Kennedale. This will be one of the top teams in the state led by point guard Brittney Bednarz, a three-time all-state talent. Brown is a returning all-region player and four starters in all are back to make an even deeper playoff run. Kalyn Bednarz and Boren were second team all-district. Cooper has made the regional tournament in four of the last five years. This is not only one of the toughest districts in the state but one of the toughest regions as well. SHALLOWATER MUSTANGS--Coach: Chuck Darden (732240). 2010-11: 27-7/9-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Marissa Westbrook; 5-10 Sr. Kylee Smith; 5-6 Jr. Ashten Elliott; 5-10 Jr. Rebekah Jones; 5-6 Soph. Sharon Harkey; 5-11 Sr. Bailey Pounds; 5-8 Sr. Charlsi Brawley. GAME: Shallowater advanced to the regional semifinals against Abilene Wylie. Westbrook was honored on the Class 3A all-South Plains second team as well as first team all-district. Smith, Pounds and Elliott were all on the second team. This was a team that overcame numerous off-season losses and a move up to 3A to accomplish much. LUBBOCK ESTACADO MATADORS-Coach: Diane Morgan (233-155). 2010-11: 12-15/4-6. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Tramesha Wilson, 10 ppg., 3.2 rpg.; 5-7 Soph. Kyanna Walton, 4 ppg., 2.2 rpg.; 6-1 Soph. Shatavia Turner; 6-0 Jr. Tykera Ross. GAME: Estacado had an unusual second consecutive season in missing the playoffs and turns to a young nucleus to restore the program to its accustomed winning ways. Wilson was named Class 3A all-South Plains first team and district newcomer of the year. LEVELLAND LOBOS--Coach: Terri White. 2010-11: 23-8/91. NAMES: Sr. Whitnee Wade. GAME: Levelland advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Lubbock Cooper but must replace graduated district MVP Lindsey Lee. Team should once again be a playoff competitor in this district with the return of second team all-district Wade. LAMESA GOLDEN TORNADOES-Coach: Eddie Smith. 201011: 4-16/0-10. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Johnna Prather; 5-5 Jr. Ashi Mason. GAME: Prather returns following a second team all-district campaign and is the team’s senior leader. BROWNFIELD CUBS--Coach: Derek Faught. 2010-11: 4-20/2-8. NAMES: Sr. Kori Holt. GAME: Holt nabbed second team all-district recognition. DISTRICT 3-3A CLINT LIONS-Coach: John Wilson (166-104). 2010-11: 1515/9-1. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Daisy Aguilar; 5-11 Sr. Valerie Campos; 5-6 Jr. Bethany Belmonte; 5-8 Sr. Yvette Dickson; 5-1 Jr. Alex Millan; 5-5 Sr. Shelby Medina; 5-5 Sr. Yvonne Gonzalez. GAME: Clint advanced to the area round against Shallowater and will be favored again in this league. Aguilar returns to lead following a district MVP season and has plenty of help from co-newcomer of the year Millan and first team all-district Campos and Belomonte. CLINT MOUNTAIN VIEW LOBOS--Coach: Richard Chacon. 2010-11: 6-13/4-6. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Esmee Miranda, 13.7 ppg., 5.1 apg., 7.4 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Krystal Andazola, 11.8 ppg., 5.1 rpg.; 5-2 Sr. Liz Rodriguez, 6.1 ppg., 2.1 apg., 6.8 spg.; 5-0 Sr. Vivi Nunez, 8.3 ppg., 3.7apg., 6.1 spg.; Fr. Yuliana Cardoza. GAME: Senior leadership and experience at the guard position will be key for the Lobos as they make a run at the playoffs. Co-defensive player of the year Miranda will lead the charge and fellow first team all-district selections Andazola and Nunez are expected to contribute, as is defensive specialist Rodriguez. Cardoza will need to make an instant impact on the interior in order for the Lobos to make their run. FABENS WILDCATS--Coach: Anthony Bastine. 2010-11: 8-21/6-4. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Larissa Portillo; 5-3 Sr. Lupita Roman; 5-6 Soph. Samantha Ramirez; 5-3 Sr. Brianna Portillo; 5-11 Soph. Alyssa Hernandez; 5-8 Jr. Bobbie Spence; 5-10 Sr. Alejandra Iglesias; 5-6 Jr. Janika Spence. GAME: Fabens advanced to bi-district against Seminole. Hernandez was named co-newcomer of the year and is part of a talented squad that includes first team all-district Janika Spence and second teamer Bobbie Spence. PECOS EAGLES--Coach: Debbie Garcia. 2010-11: 9-13. NAMES: Sr. Chelsea Roman; Sr. Karina Quintana; Sr. Kebbeh Darpolar; Sr. Valerie Madrid. GAME: Pecos advanced to bi-district against Midland Greenwood for the second consecutive season and will again contend for the playoffs. Roman and Quintana were Alyssa Anthony Mid. Greenwood Peyton Pyle Mid. Greenwood Courtney Waters Mid. Greenwood named to the first team all-district roster while Darpolar and Madrid were on the second team. ANTHONY WILDCATS--Coach: Joann Rivera. 2010-11: 7-22/0-10. NAMES: Soph. Amber Guerrero; 5-5 Sr. Danielle Medina; Jr. Taylor DeLeon; Soph. Valerie Hernandez; Soph. Abigail Calderon; Sr. Aideli Jimenez; Soph. Alejandra Salas. GAME: Anthony should field a competitive club behind second team all-district performers DeLeon and Guerrero. PRESIDIO BLUE DEVILS--Coach: Pablo Rodriguez. NAMES: Sr. Anairy Hernandez; Sr. Alyssa Tavarez; Jr. Viviana Guerrero. GAME: Presidio will be vastly improved with the return of a trio of second team all-district talents in Hernandez, Tavarez and Guerrero. DISTRICT 4-3A MIDLAND GREENWOOD RANGERS-Coach: Quint Anthony (55-44). 2010-11: 14-10/5-3. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Peyton Pyle, 13 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-4 Sr. Alyssa Anthony, 8 ppg., 8.7 apg.; 5-5 Jr. Courtney Waters, 10 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Morgan McKee, 4 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Emily Dye, 3 ppg., 6 rpg.; Sr. Becca Campbell; Jr. Baily Ray. GAME: Greenwood advanced to the area round against Levelland. This is an experienced team returning all five starters and eight varsity players. Seniors Pyle and Anthony are three-year starters and should provide great leadership. Pyle was a TGCA all-state selection and led the team in scoring and rebounding while first team all-district Anthony led the team in assists, steals and three-point shooting percentage. Waters was another first team pick and led > Back row (left to right): Teela Locker, Nellie Parrish, Bailey Turner, Lauren Gilliam, Lisa Davis, Kylie Jenkins, Morgan Redwine,Coach Tri Danley, Leann Thomsen > > Center: Brittany McPherson, Punkin Mack, Madison Walker, Tucker Smith, Macee Taylor, Cassie Hale > > Front: Taylor Rickman, Shelby Tucker, Natalie Davis, Peyton Little, Hailey Brown, Delisha Mack. the team in field goal percentage and was the second leading scorer. Strengths include experience, speed, shooting and defense while size will be a challenge. ANDREWS MUSTANGS-Coach: Rusty Gilbreath (182-95). 2010-11: 22-9/7-1. NAMES: Jr. Kaitlin Steele; 5-6 Sr. McKenzie Long; 5-7 Sr. Rayna Diaz; 5-5 Sr. Baley Badgett; Sr. Sandra Villa. GAME: Andrews advanced to the area round against Lubbock Cooper. Steele burst on the scene as district newcomer of the year and should have the team battling for district bragging rights, despite the loss of graduated district MVP Heather Rawls. Long and Diaz were named first team alldistrict while Badgett and Villa were on the second team. SEMINOLE MAIDENS-Coach: Dickie Faught (574-262). 2010-11: 18-15/5-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Destini Thomas, 6.4 ppg., 5.1 rpg.; 5-3 Sr. Moriama Mendoza, 5.3 ppg., 2.7 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Madison Froman, 7.4 ppg., 3.2 rpg. GAME: Seminole advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Shallowater. Maidens return eight lettermen (3.5 starters) from a district runner-up. Team will feature a small but quick unit that will press and run effectively. MONAHANS LOBOES-Coach: Landry McNeese. 2010-11: 11-13/3-5. NAMES: Jr. Lexi Subia; Sr. Alex Rodriguez; Sr. Lynzie Hyman; Jr. Seline Sanchez; Sr. Dezi Johnson; Sr. Cassandra Cutbirth; Sr. Jenna Jernigan. GAME: This is the second year at the helm for Coach McNeese, who turns to second team all-district Johnson as the team leader. FORT STOCKTON PANTHERS--Coach: Vic Ivy. 2010-11: 5-23/0-8. NAMES: Sr. Katie Tavarez; 5-7 Sr. Kiara Bustamante; 5-5 Sr. Danielle Trevino; 5-6 Sr. Katy Singh; 5-7 Sr. Tiffany Rodriguez; 5-7 Sr. Gabby Gonzales; 5-3 Sr. Tarrina Cepeda. GAME: Tavarez and Singh are coming off second team alldistrict campaigns for a team with plenty of seniors. DISTRICT 5-3A ABILENE WYLIE BULLDOGS-Coach: Tri Danley (406-123). 2010-11: 26-14/8-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Peyton Little, 23.4 ppg.; Sr. Macee Taylor; 5-4 Jr. Hailey Brown; Jr. Brittany McPherson; Jr. Tucker Smith; Jr. Kylie Jenkins; Soph. Punkin Mack; Soph. Bailey Turner. GAME: One year after falling in the state tournament championship game by a bucket, Wylie made sure history would not repeat itself by knocking off Lucas Lovejoy, 6658, to win it all. And there could well be more to come. Tournament MVP, district MVP, Reporter-News player of the year and anything else you can think of sensation Peyton Little is back for another go at the gold before going to Texas A&M. Little scored a Class 3A state championship game record 43 points against Lovejoy. Floor leader Brown was a second team all-Big Country pick as well as district newcomer of the year, while Jenkins was first team all-district and McPherson placed on the second team. BROWNWOOD LIONS-Coach: Heather Hohertz (43-21). 2010-11: 22-10/6-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Patricia Wilson, 16 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 apg., 5 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Sara Byrd, 10 ppg., 10 rpg.,4 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Sydnie Darden, 6 ppg., 3 apg., 4 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Kelsey Gober, 6 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-6 Soph. La Keeta Vacarro, 4 ppg., 3 spg. GAME: Brownwood advanced to the area round against Kennedale. Wilson was named district defensive player of the year as well as first team all-Big Country on a team featuring strong defense, creating steals and quickness. Byrd was first team all-district while Darden was on the second unit. BIG SPRING STEERS--Coach: Mike Warren. 2010-11: 189/2-6. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Bridgette Tuitt; 6-0 Sr. Cerbi Ritchey, 14.2 ppg., 7.2 rpg.; 5-6 Jr. Logan Yarbar; 5-8 Sr. MacKenzie Stone; 5-5 Sr. Lashaunte Anderson; 5-10 Sr. Diamond Mayes. GAME: Ritchey was honored as top sixth man on the allBig Country team in addition to first team all-district while Tuitt was on the second team. Big Spring will field a veteran senior team. SWEETWATER MUSTANGS-Coach: Candice Wyatt. 201011: 16-17/1-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Alicia Finn, 12 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-3 Sr. Kinsey STATE 3A GIRLS BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS 2010-2011 TexPreps Basketball | Page 101 3A Browning, 8 ppg., 2 apg., 3 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Suede Shirley, 6 ppg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Candice Hernandez, 3 ppg., 3 rpg., 1 spg. GAME: Coach McSherry believes this team should compete for a playoff spot this year. They will be playing in the same system for three consecutive years and understand what it takes to get to the next level. Finn was second team all-Big Country and first team all-district. SNYDER TIGERS-Coach: Jennifer Young. 2010-11: 18-12/3-5. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Jentri Driggers; 5-3 Jr. Heather Medrano; 5-6 Sr. Zoi Malone; 5-9 Sr. Karyss McCullar. GAME: Snyder advanced to the area round against Decatur but must replace a pair of graduated first team all-district talents in Laura Reigh and Jacoree Brooks. Expect second teamer Driggers to play a bigger role in her final season. DISTRICT 6-3A BURKBURNETT BULLDOGS-Coach: Alex Koulovatos (425295). 2010-11: 22-7/10-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Macy Cooke; 5-6 Sr. Hailey Land; 5-8 Sr. Haleigh Camerlin; 5-6 Jr. Ebony Griffith; 5-8 Sr. Haleigh Camerlin; 5-9 Jr. Carissa Bounds; 5-4 Jr. Sam Castro; 5-5 Sr. Margaret Fernandez; 5-9 Soph. Autumn Johnson; 5-9 Sr. Presley Ford; 5-6 Soph. Kaylea Armstrong. GAME: Burkburnett advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Kennedale. Cooke was named to the Red River 22 first team as well as TABC all-region, district offensive player of the year and is a player with unlimited range. Watch for tri-newcomer of the year Johnson to also have an impact with help from first team all-district Land and second teamer Camerlin. BOWIE JACKRABBITS-Coach: Colby Davis. 2010-11: 1417/4-6. NAMES: Soph. Madison Wallace; Jr. Demi Cage; Jr. Laken DeMoss; Jr. Emily Gilbert. GAME: Bowie missed the playoffs after going the previous year and will turn to tri-newcomer of the year Wallace, first team all-district Cage and honorable mention all-district DeMoss and Gilbert to lead a resurgence. GRAHAM STEERS-Coach: Trent Lankford. 2010-11: 1614/5-5. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Bonni Peeks, 7 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 apg., 1 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Jena Condron, 2.5 ppg.; 5-9 Jr. Tanisha Reeve, 3 ppg. GAME: Graham advanced to bi-district against Snyder. Lady Blues will have to contend with inexperience and depth issues and will have to rely on defense to keep the team in games. Peeks was solid in a first team all-district season. WICHITA FALLS HIRSCHI HUSKIES-Coach: Leta Lofton. 2010-11: 9-15/2-8. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Camille Lee, 10 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-4 Sr. Jaleishia Battle, 8 ppg., 4 apg.; 5-4 Soph. Anastaeshia Lee, 8 ppg., 3 apg., 4 spg. GAME: Quickness and speed will the strong areas for the Lady Huskies. The talented Camille Lee was first team alldistrict while Anastaeshia Lee was on the second team and Battle was honorable mention. IOWA PARK HAWKS-Coach: Jacinda Langen. 2010-11: 1417/5-6. NAMES: Jr. Brittany Owens; Jr. Shelby Cerda; Sr. Jessie Crenshaw; Sr. Candace McFadden. GAME: Iowa Park must replace seven graduated seniors after advancing to bi-district against Brownwood. Owens returns following a tri-newcomer of the year award while Crenshaw returns following an honorable mention alldistrict year. VERNON LIONS-Coach: Blake Eddleman. 2010-11: 1218/4-6. NAMES: Sr. Sierra Garza; Sr. Chasity Boyce; Jr. Kia Dixon; Jr. Miranda Drennan. GAME: Garza was rock solid in a first team all-district year and will lead a team with playoff aspirations. Help comes from second team all-district Boyce and honorable mention all-district Dixon and Drennan. DISTRICT 7-3A DECATUR EAGLES--Coach: Billy Garner. 2010-11: 23-7. NAMES: Sr. Joey Redwine; Sr. Allie Handlon. GAME: Decatur advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Abilene Wylie, an outstanding turnaround one year after the team went 2-8 in district. Redwine raised a toast to a newcomer of the year award, but the team needs to replace three first team all-district graduates. Handlon will also be big off a second team all-district year. MINERAL WELLS RAMS--Coach: Betsy Baughman. 2010- TexPreps Basketball | Page 102 11: 19-12. NAMES: Jr. Cora Jenkins, 16.8 ppg., 10.2 rpg.; Jr. Nina Benavides; Jr. Braylee Flaska; Soph. Ashlynn Robinson. GAME: Mineral Wells advanced to the area round against Abilene Wylie and will again be a tough team in this district behind defensive player of the year Jenkins and first team all-district talents Benavides and Flaska. All three were sophomores when they received their honors. Robinson was named honorable mention all-district. BRIDGEPORT BULLS-Coach: Dallas Taylor. 2010-11: 25-6. NAMES: 5-1 Sr. Audra Hart; 5-2 Soph. Lauren Hart; 6-1 Sr. Kaleisha Haynes; 5-1 Soph. Leah Guinn. GAME: Bridgeport advanced to the area round against Burkburnett. Team will need to replace graduated district MVP Haley Meekins and will count on first team all-district Audra Hart and sensational second team all-district youngster Lauren Hart to lead the way. BURLESON CENTENNIAL SPARTANS—Coach: Greg Peters. 2010-11: 18-8 as a JV team. GAME: This is a first-year varsity team with no seniors, so experience is obviously lacking. The Lady Spartans are hungry to start a strong basketball tradition as they enter their first season in school history. Expect them to play very hard in order to compete in a tough district. LAKE WORTH BULLFROGS--Coach: Darryl Vrazel. NAMES: Jr. Shardai Franklin. GAME: Franklin knocked down first team all-district recognition as a sophomore. RIVER OAKS CASTLEBERRY LIONS--Coach: Josh Cox. 201011: 4-24/0-8. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Mikayla Thompson; 5-7 Sr. Rachel Keefer; 5-8 Sr. Rebecca Salinas; 5-6 Sr. Geovana Castaneda; 5-6 Jr. Rossina Ortega; 5-5 Jr. Stephanie Limon; 5-6 Jr. Kari Shoultz. GAME: Castleberry expects to field an improved squad this year with first team all-district Thompson and second teamer Keefer leading the attack for a team that lost only two seniors. DISTRICT 8-3A KENNEDALE WILDCATS-Coach: Vance Hughes (188-144). 2010-11: 26-8/10-0. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Travanti Downes, 12.8 ppg., 7.3 rpg., 2.1 apg., 3.3 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Jamaika Hughes, 14.2 ppg., 6 rpg., 3.5 apg., 3.5 spg.; 5-8 Soph. McKinley Bostad, 14 ppg., 4.8 rpg., 3.3 apg., 3.2 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Josselynn Thomas, 8.6 ppg., 7.6 rpg., 1 apg., 2.2 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Atummun. GAME: Kennedale advanced to the regional final against Abilene Wylie, the club’s second consecutive trip to that round. Four starters return and with the past experience these now older players are primed for a run at a state title. Hughes was district MVP as a sophomore while Bostad was newcomer of the year. Downes was co-defensive player of the year. All three were first team all-district along with Thomas. GLEN ROSE TIGERS-Coach: Sheree Hill. 2010-11: 19-12/8-2. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Reilly Junge; 5-7 Jr. Kiffany Kelly; 5-10 Soph. Kayla Goebel; 5-7 Jr. Destiny Ponce; Jr. Shelby Rotan; 5-6 Sr. Roxi Ruiz; 5-5 Sr. Taylor Rhodes; 5-4 Jr. Samantha Montoya; 5-5 Jr. Alex Dahl. GAME: Glen Rose advanced to bi-district against Mineral Wells. Junes was selected offensive player of the year and first team all-district, where she was joined by Goebel. Kelly and Ponce were named to the second team roster and Rotan was honorable mention. WEST TROJANS-Coach: Kevin Zuehlke. 2010-11: 15-17/6-4. NAMES: Sr. Lacey McKenzie; Sr. Paige Snokhous; Sr. Hannah Sykora; Sr. Brittany Chupik. GAME: West advanced to bi-district against Bridgeport. McKenzie will be the leader following a first team all-district campaign, while Snokhous was on the second team. ALVARADO INDIANS--Coach: Jenny McKinney. 2010-11: 2-19/1-9. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Breanna Penner; 5-7 Jr. Bailey Warden; 5-10 Sr. Deserae Reyes. GAME: Alvarado will need to replace a pair of graduated all-district performers in Sarah Head and Brandi Morris. VENUS BULLDOGS--Coach: Derek Driver. 2010-11: 1515/4-6. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Darian Gent; 5-7 Sr. Bailey Miller; 5-7 Sr. Edlin Sandoval; 5-0 Sr. Stephanie Suarez; 5-5 Sr. Desi Rivas; 5-8 Jr. Markie Abbott; 5-8 Soph. Payton Belcher. GAME: Coach Driver is new to the program and welcomes back second team all-district Gent along with honorable mention Sandoval and Suarez. HILLSBORO EAGLES--Coach: Darla Hendrix. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Megan Washington. GAME: Hillsboro has suffered through back-to-back winless district seasons. DISTRICT 9-3A ARGYLE EAGLES--Coach: Skip Townsend. 2010-11: 2111/7-3. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Morgan McInaney; 5-7 Sr. Meghan McInaney; 5-7 Jr. Allea Harris; 5-8 Soph. Kim Strelke; 5-8 Sr. Kate Walker; 5-9 Sr. Paislea Harris; 5-7 Soph. Aubrey Kass; 5-7 Sr. Sophia Ulman. GAME: Argyle advanced to the area round against Lucas Lovejoy and welcomes wildly successful Coach Townsend from Brock. This is a team that will have more experience and graduated only four seniors. Harris was first team alldistrict and will lead the club. SANGER INDIANS-Coach: Jack Armstrong. 2010-11: 288/9-1. NAMES: Jr. Taylor Jones; Sr. Payton Howard; 6-2 Sr. Julieh Clark. GAME: Sanger advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Lucas Lovejoy but graduated district MVP Reagan Miller. Second team all-district talents Jones and Howard will take on greater roles to try and lead the club back to the post-season. AUBREY CHAPARRALS--Coach: Johnny Hodge (242-95). 2010-11: 21-11/8-2. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Alison Crooks; 5-5 Sr. Taylor Endres; 6-1 Jr. Sydney Shelstead; 5-11 Soph. Kaylee Parker. GAME: Aubrey advanced to bi-district against Commerce and is prepared for more success behind newcomer of the year Shelstead. WHITESBORO BEARCATS-Coach: James Worley. 2010-11: 11-17/3-7. NAMES: Sr. Taylor Crews; 5-10 Jr. Katelyn Labhart. GAME: A new coaching staff is in place at Whitesboro and will turn to second team all-district Crews for immediate success. PILOT POINT BEARCATS-Coach: Todd Bramlett. 2010-11: 5-23/2-8. NAMES: Sr. Abby Watson, 20 ppg.; Sr. Andi Sheeder; Sr. Jordan Stephens; Jr. Hannah MacElroy; Sr. Brice Dunlap; Sr. Sarah Batson; Soph. Abby Switzer. GAME: Watson enjoyed first team all-district recognition and will lead the team. GAINESVILLE LEOPARDS-Coach: Chris Arledge. 2010-11: 1-28/0-10. NAMES: Soph. Adrianna Kemp; Sr. Annette Kirk; Jr. Destini Flowers; Jr. Kaitlyn Romans. GAME: Coach Arledge moves over from district rival Whitesboro. He said this team has a lot of work to do, but if the girls buy in it will be a great experience. Kemp was named second team all-district, the only freshman named to any of the all-district rosters. DISTRICT 10-3A CELINA BOBCATS--Coach: Jordan Davis. 2010-11: 22-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Presley Stastny; 5-10 Sr. Kynzie Newman, 18.2 ppg., 5.8 rpg., 3.7 apg., 6.4 spg.; Sr. Amanda Gerths; Soph. Sarah Cantu; Sr. Murphy White. GAME: Celina advanced to the area round against Princeton and will again be a district favorite with the return of district MVP and first team all-Texomaland Newman and sixth man of the year Cantu. Gerths and White added honorable mention all-district recognition. COMMERCE TIGERS--Coach: Le’Mone Ards. 2010-11: 1615. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Raven Massey; 5-7 Sr. Chelsea Love; Jr. Kaitlyn Mulkey; Jr. Amanda Hill; Jr. Kaci Harrison; Jr. Christian Henry; Jr. Morgan Doolin. GAME: Commerce advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Princeton and will again solidly be in the battle for first place in district. Watch for first team all district Love to lead the charge with help from second teamer Massey and honorable mention Harrison. VAN ALSTYNE PANTHERS--Coach: Timothy Bryant (419241). 2010-11: 12-17/3-5. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Sierra Motley, 12 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 5-10 Sr. Sam Hutchinson, 8 ppg., 7.4 rpg.; 5-6 Jr. Hunter Offill, 7 ppg., 3.5 apg.; 5-7 Sr. Kelsea Bryant, 6 ppg., 4 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Olivia Wilkins, 4 ppg. GAME: Van Alstyne should be improved in all facets in Coach Bryant’s second season. There is plenty of balanced Tex Preps Basketball magazine is the leading authority for Texas high school boys and girls basketball and is the official publication of the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches (TABC). This annual edition features more than 2,000 Texas high school boys and girls varsity basketball teams, our Top 50 Boys and Girls selections, State Top 10 list for all classifications and a wide range of feature stories. Additional copies of Tex Preps Basketball magazine can be ordered either on-line from our website or purchased at Walmart, Barnes & Noble and Hastings stores across the state. Check out our website for our fast-find database of magazine distributors. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to show support for your local school! Advertise in the next edition of TexPreps Basketball magazine. Contact the publisher and editor, R.V. Baugus, at [email protected] for more information. Great rates are available for those who book early. www.texprepsbasketball.com TexPreps Basketball | Page 103 scoring and upperclass leadership. Motley was defensive MVP while Hutchinson was first team all-district and Offill second team. Bryant and Wilkins added honorable mention applause. ANNA COYOTES-Coach: Hoot Jones. 2010-11: 18-13/5-3. NAMES: Soph. Dee Moreno; 5-6 Sr. Courtney Gilliland; 5-6 Sr. Tatiana Alexander; 5-6 Jr. Shannon Barnes; 5-7 Jr. Whitney Love. GAME: Anna advanced to bi-district against Argyle, the school’s first playoff appearance in 22 years. Just as impressive the Lady Coyotes turned a 5-22/0-10 season into an 18-13/5-3 one. Moreno was named newcomer of the year while Barnes was honorable mention all-district for a club looking to replace a number of key seniors. BONHAM PURPLE WARRIORS--Coach: Shannon Edwards (117-41). 2010-11: 1-29/0-8. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kaitlyn Bardwell; 5-8 Sr. Kaitlyn Fox. GAME: Coach Edwards is back on the sideline for the first time since the 04-05 season. Team struggled last year but welcomes back several players to rebuild and turn the program around. Bardwell missed the year with a knee injury. Fox was second team all-district and a solid player. DISTRICT 11-3A FRISCO LONE STAR RANGERS—Coach: Katie Stinton. 201011: 15-20/5-5. NAMES: 5-1 Soph. Zoie Miller; 5-6 Jr. B’riaWagner; 6-1 Sr. Ciara LaRoach; 5-7 Jr. Erin Weatherford; 5-11 Jr. Deja Snell. GAME: Lone Star advanced to the area round against Sanger in the school’s first year of varsity competition. Miller was the district newcomer of the year and will be running the show from the point position. Wagner and LaRoach, both first team all-district picks, look to lead up a very aggressive style of defense. Snell and Weatherford were also all-district selections who will be returning from last year’s starting lineup. LUCAS LOVEJOY LEOPARDS—Coach: Kelly Connor. 201011: 29-11/10-0. NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Shani Rainey; 5-9 Soph. Mikaehla Connor; 5-10 Soph. Cassie Conarty; 5-2 Sr. Tyler Granson; 6-2 Soph. Stefanie Lewerenz. GAME: This still-young program has experienced mountains of success capped by last year’s appeance in the state championship game against Abilene Wylie. This team will be very young with solid height and very talented yet again. Co-district MVP Katherine McBride has graduated, but returnees include defensive co-MVP Connor and freshman of the year Rainey. PRINCETON PANTHERS--Coach: Dexter Ivy. 2010-11: 20-9. NAMES: Jr. Jonae Isaac; Sr. Rachel Bail; Jr. Brooke Campbell; Sr. Amber Morton; Soph. Kaylee Strickland. GAME: Princeton advanced to the regional semifinals against Longview Spring Hill. Co-district MVP Jordan Strickland graduated and will need to be replaced, but the team brings back plenty of options and depth. Bail was made on the district’s first team. PROSPER EAGLES-Coach: Bryan Gaines. 2010-11: 10-21/4-6. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Brooke Bednarz; 5-8 Jr. Kristen McBride. GAME: Prosper graduated six seniors off of last year’s team. They will be moving up a large and talented sophomore group to replace those seniors. Team will be inexperienced in some regards but should be more athletic. Bednarz was named second team all-district. FARMERSVILLE FARMERS-Coach: Anthony Branch. 201011: 4-21/0-10. NAMES: Sr. Julia Edge; Sr. Nikki Warriner. GAME: Edge looked for any advantage she could get in being named first team all-district while Warriner was a second team performer. NEVADA COMMUNITY BRAVES-Coach: Dan Marshall (5864). 2010-11: 14-14/3-7. NAMES: Soph. Makenna Tallant; Soph. Violet Williams; Jr. Bailey Ross; Jr. Kassidy Furr; Soph. Baylee Travers. GAME: Williams was outstanding and the only freshman named to the first team all-district roster. She will be needed in the absence of district co-offensive MVP Tiffany Dale, who has graduated. DISTRICT 12-3A DALLAS ROOSEVELT MUSTANGS-Coach: Carmen Hardcastle. 2010-11: 14-16/10-0. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Shantinesh Wilson; 5-7 Sr. Iesha Grundy; 5-6 Soph. Hailey Gibson; 5-7 Sr. Lynntavia Fountain; 5-8 Sr. Courtney Green; 6-1 Sr. Tamarra Brown; Soph. Tiona Ow- TexPreps Basketball | Page 104 ens. GAME: Roosevelt advanced to the area round against Commerce for the second consecutive season but must replace graduated district MVP Yvette Harrington. Grundy, Brown and Gibson are three returning first team all-district talents while Green and Owens were second team. DALLAS MADISON TROJANS--Coach: Olivia Williams (7462). 2010-11: 9-15/7-4. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Brianna Dye; 5-6 Sr. Charlesetta Hubbard; 5-6 Jr. Char’risse Miller; 5-9 Jr. Vatoria Peterson; 5-3 Jr. Deunica Wines; 5-5 Soph. Keia Peterson; 5-7 Sr. Shaquira Sneed; 6-0 Sr. Kya Harris. GAME: Madison advanced to bi-district against Princeton and brings back plenty of talent for another run. Keia Peterson was co-newcomer of the year while Vatoria Peterson and Miller were first team all-district as sophomores. Wines was a second team all-district star while Sneed and Harris were honorable mention. CARROLLTON RANCHVIEW WOLVES--Coach: Wendy Bartlett. 2010-11: 12-12/8-3. NAMES: Soph. Michole Amos; 5-6 Jr. Kristin Winner; 5-11 Soph. Deja Robinson; 5-9 Sr. Natalie Coleman; 5-3 Jr. Kia Henderson; 5-8 Sr. Unique Higgins; 6-0 Sr. Tailyr Mack; 5-4 Sr. Octavia McBee; 5-9 Jr. Emily Starling-Dickerson. GAME: Ranchview advanced to bi-district against Frisco Lone Star. Amos was famous in a co-newcomer of the year season while Robinson was first team all-district. WILMER-HUTCHINS EAGLES—2010-11: New School. GAME: Wilmer-Hutchins has reopened and will be taking in several players from the reconfigured Dallas A. Maceo Smith. FORT WORTH POLYTECHNIC PARROTS--Coach: Joel Zuniga. NAMES: Jr. Kayla Flemons; Jr. Monikque Driver. GAME: Poly has some key pieces in place with second team all-district Flemons and honorable mention Driver. FORT WORTH DIAMOND HILL-JARVIS EAGLES-Coach: Steve Bateson. NAMES: Jr. Jennifer Casas. GAME: Casas was at home in an honorable mention alldistrict campaign. DISTRICT 13-3A NORTH FORNEY FALCONS—Coach: Richard Ensley. 201011: 19-12/6-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. LaQuencia Dorsey; 6-0 Jr. Brittny Norris; 5-6 Sr. Brianna Polk; 5-9 Soph. Crystal Powell. GAME: North Forney advanced to bi-district against Lindale and will again be a major district player behind returning district MVP Norris. Help arrives with co-newcomer of the year Powell and all-district Dorsey. CRANDALL PIRATES-Coach: Matthew Butler. 2010-11: 1815/9-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Heather Jones; 5-11 Sr. Nataly Perkins; 5-3 Jr. Briana Whisenhunt; 5-9 Sr. Makayla Hashman. GAME: Crandall advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Texarkana Liberty-Eylau. Hashman returns after an all-district campaign and will lead the team in the wake of the graduation of district offensive player of the year Colby Farr and two other all-district players. KEMP YELLOWJACKETS--Coach: Kent Smith. 2010-11: 1615/3-7. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Kandace Rose, 8.3 ppg., 10.8 rpg., 1.1 bpg.; 5-7 Sr. Brianna Powell, 14.5 ppg., 4.2 rpg., 4.1 apg., 2.6 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Taylor Day, 6.6 ppg., 4.9 rpg., 1.5 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Lacie Henderson. GAME: Although the team loses all-stater Ritterbach to graduation, Powell can easily fill her role as their scoring averages were very similar. Powell also led the team with eight 20-plus games (high of 30) as she can hit from the outside (55/165 treys) and drive in aggressively. Rose was third on the team in scoring and led the district in rebounding. Day was solid at forward. Team graduated two starters but upcoming players should fill the voids nicely on a team that missed the playoffs with losses in the last two games of the season by three points each. MABANK PANTHERS--Coach: Ashleigh Weeaks. 2010-11: 16-10/8-3. NAMES: Soph. Makenna Allen; 5-5 Sr. Ashton Norman; 5-8 Sr. Cheyenne Alldredge; 6-2 Sr. Olivia Pannell; 5-4 Jr. Kourtney Holyfield; 5-6 Sr. Maegan Olivarez. GAME: Mabank advanced to the area round against Longview Spring Hill. Allen grabbed co-newcomer of the year honors while she and Holyfield were on the all-district roster. KAUFMAN LIONS-Coach: Lynn Jantzen. 2010-11: 15-14/4-6. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Sadie Scott; 5-6 Jr. Sabronda Prox; 5-8 Jr. Lacey Wilkie; 5-7 Sr. Hannah Rawlins; 5-6 Sr. Reniah Augusta; 5-8 Soph. Christina Harris; Kiara Bradshaw Taylor Maxvill Emory Rains Emory Rains 4-10 Jr. Destiny Prox. AND ONE: Kaufman missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Shalonda Prox returns after being named defensive player of the year and first team all-district. FERRIS YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: Tiffany Null. 2010-11: 1117/0-10. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Summer McGuire; 5-4 Sr. Vicki McGuire; 5-8 Jr. Priscilla Alanis; 5-5 Jr. Tiara Abrone; 5-5 Jr. Rokyambra Campbell; 5-10 Sr. Daryn Connell. GAME: Ferris will miss the impact of graduated all-district performer Norquesia Hollywood, who has gone to … well, we won’t presume. DISTRICT 14-3A LINDALE EAGLES-Coach: Greg Strawn. 2010-11: 22-12/8-2. NAMES: 6-2 Sr. Jennifer Miller; 5-11 Sr. Di’mond Edmond; 5-7 Jr. Hannah Malone; 5-10 Jr. Neeley Doss; 5-6 Sr. Kayln Peters. GAME: Lindale advanced to the area round against Texarkana Liberty-Eylau and is primed for another playoff run behind honorable mention all-East Texas talents Edmond, Malone and Doss. Edmond was district co-defensive player of the year while Hannah Malone and Doss were first team all-district and Peters and Natasha Malone were second team. EMORY RAINS WILDCATS-Coach: Denise Yankie (372-211). 2010-11: 28-7/10-0. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Taylor Maxvill, 6 ppg., 2 rpg., 3 apg, 2 spg.; 6-5 Jr. Kiara Bradshaw, 14 ppg., 8 rpg., 3 bpg., 1 spg. GAME: Rains advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Longview Spring Hill. Team returns a good nucleus to work around, but is lacking in playing experience at the varsity level. District MVP Cassy Maxvill graduated and others including first team all-district Taylor Maxvill will look to step up. CANTON EAGLES-Coach: Dana Irvin. 2010-11: 15-18/4-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Lexi Callan; 5-5 Jr. Victoria Smith; 5-4 Sr. Cassidy Perkins; 5-3 Soph. Emery Elliot; 5-6 Soph. Kassidy Wilkerson; 5-9 Jr. Caitlyn Parker; 5-8 Sr. Raina Gann; 5-6 Jr. Ashlyn Parker; 5-10 Jr. Justice Fincher. GAME: Canton missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Wilkerson nabbed second team all-district honors as a freshman and will lead along with honorable mention pick Smith. QUINLAN FORD PANTHERS--Coach: Phil Kempson (326127). 2010-11: 23-10/6-4. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Amanda Paul, 9.8 ppg., 7.1 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Haley Estes, 8.7 ppg., 6.5 rpg.; 5-7 Soph. Jessica Keeton, 5.6 ppg. GAME: Quinlan Ford advanced to bi-district against Mabank. Watch for first team all-district Paul and second teamer Estes to be strong leaders. VAN VANDALS-Coach: Toby Mitchell. 2010-11: 7-13/1-9. NAMES: Sr. Taylor Harris; Sr. Katie Rhodes; Sr. Dani Cotton; Sr. Olivia Monds; Sr. Kim Mobly; Sr. Brittany Daniels; Sr. Kim Hutson; Sr. Megan Calhoun; Sr. Sydney Burk; Sr. Kelly Tucker. GAME: Monds and Daniels were selected honorable mention all-district and will attempt to pull Van into a playoff position. WILLS POINT TIGERS--Coach: Syna Donart. 2010-11: 5-24/1-9. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Emily Levy; 5-6 Jr. Destini Spencer; 5-8 Sr. Debreka Malone; Sr. Kaytlin Isbell; Jr. Baylee Gooch; Jr. Bretayla Davis. GAME: Wills Point missed the post-season after going the previous year. Levy and Isbell were voted to the second team all-district roster while Davis was honorable mention. DISTRICT 15-3A TEXARKANA LIBERTY-EYLAU LEOPARDS-Coach: Robert Cochran. 2010-11: 24-8/9-1. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Destinee Thrash; 5-5 Sr. Tierra Cooper; 5-9 Jr. Sharde’ Collins; 6-0 Jr. Imani Wright; 5-0 Jr. Alize’ Pegue; 6-0 Sr. Jaszmyne Anderson. GAME: Liberty-Eylau advanced to the regional semifinals against Lucas Lovejoy and should again field one of the top clubs out of this region. PARIS WILDCATS-Coach: Tarshanda Ferguson. 2010-11: 18-15/7-3. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Madison Porter; Sr. Chelsea Mosley. GAME: Paris advanced to the area round against Crandall. Porter was sensational all year and recognized on the allRed River Valley first team while Mosley arrived on the second team. PARIS NORTH LAMAR PANTHERS-Coach: Jeri Wooldridge. 2010-11: 18-12/4-6. NAMES: Sr. Nichole Perry; Jr. Samantha Flippen. GAME: North Lamar builds around a new coaching staff following the retirement of successful long-time coach Sheila Daughtrey. Flippen is a good building block after a second team all-Red River Valley season. Perry added honorable mention recognition. MOUNT VERNON TIGERS--Coach: Brad Floyd. 2010-11: 21-12/7-3. NAMES: Sr. Maddie Thames; Sr. Iesha McGill. GAME: Mount Vernon advanced to the area round against Emory Rains. TEXARKANA PLEASANT GROVE HAWKS-Coach: Mark Coon. 2010-11: 16-14/3-7. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Kathryn Griffin; 5-10 Sr. Zhane Fort-nailon; 5-7 Jr. Paige Rikel; Sr. Alexis Long. GAME: Pleasant Grove finished over .500 for the season but had some struggles in a tough district. Team will need to replace five graduated seniors. ATLANTA RABBITS-Coach: Steve L. Harris. 2010-11: 5-23/010. NAMES: Jr. Fierra Hall. GAME: Atlanta struggled through a winless district campaign in a dizzyingly difficult district. DISTRICT 16-3A LONGVIEW SPRING HILL PANTHERS-Coach: Bobby Rush. 2010-11: 27-9/10-0. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Audrey Popelar; 6-1 Jr. Savannah Voelzke, 10 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 spg., 2 bpg.; 6-1 Soph. Madison Martin; 5-7 Fr. Mikai Brown. GAME: Spring Hill advanced to the regional final against Lucas Lovejoy. This team is still very young but with obvious upside, including honorable mention all-East Texas Voelzke. PITTSBURG PIRATES-Coach: Debra Manley. 2010-11: 1614/7-3. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Nataria Wilson; 5-8 Jr. Shakira Duffey; 6-0 Jr. Cheyenne Ramey; 6-1 Jr. Meagan Peters; 5-6 Soph. Denasia Watson. GAME: Pittsburg advanced to bi-district against Paris and should still be among the league’s best despite graduating a slew of seniors. Ramey was selected honorable mention all-East Texas. HENDERSON LIONS-Coach: Kellie Sowell. 2010-11: 1018/4-6. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Tiara Davis; Sr. Tae Walters; Sr. Tajannique Miller; Sr. Kierra Chancey; Jr. Jada Neal; Sr. U’mika Jones; Soph. Labreashia Smith; 5-11 Soph. Connor Lee. GAME: Team leader Davis returns after an honorable mention all-East Texas season. CARTHAGE BULLDOGS-Coach: Peggy Stapleton. 2010-11: 12-13/5-5. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Chasity Trayler; 5-6 Sr. Kathryn Cox; 5-7 Jr. Kendi Hemphill; 5-3 Sr. Bradi Moreland; 5-10 Jr. Tambra Mitchell; 5-6 Sr. Claudia Williams; 6-1 Soph. Ieshia Bryant; 5-7 Jr. Quabreeshia Willie; 5-10 Sr. Emilee McLin, 14.2 ppg., 12.2 rpg., 1.3 apg., 2.2 spg. GAME: Carthage advanced to bi-district against Mount Vernon. McLin returns following a third team all-East Texas campaign in which she averaged a double-double. GILMER BUCKEYES-Coach: Cody Christenberry. 2010-11: 19-12/4-6. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kenya Nix; 5-6 Jr. Jasmine Jones; 5-4 Sr. Paige Waters; 5-7 Sr. Skye Green; 5-4 Sr. Ja’Tyre Packer; 5-6 Jr. Diamond Shaw; 5-6 Soph. Haygan Thomas; 5-8 Jr. Angela Oglesby; 5-8 Jr. Lativia Johnson. GAME: Nix was heralded with honorable mention all-East Texas recognition. Gilmer will field a deep team that graduated only four seniors. GLADEWATER BEARS-Coach: Angie Oswalt. 2010-11: 1-22/0-10. NAMES: Sr. Shakaree Duncan, 14.8 ppg., 14 rpg., 1.2 bpg. GAME: Gladewater was staggered in a grueling season but has a formidable force in third team all-East Texas Duncan. DISTRICT 17-3A BULLARD PANTHERS-Coach: Greg Gay (156-108). 2010-11: 26-8/8-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Minta Spears, 20.9 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 6.6 apg., 2.1 spg.; 5-9 Soph. Bridgette Taylor, 2.5 ppg., 2.1 rpg., 1.3 apg. GAME: Bullard advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Lorena. This will be the quickest team Coach Gay has had, but also the smallest. There is only one returning starter, so non-district will be very important for the team in helping to determine its identity. Fortunately that starter is the ultra-talented Spears, a first team all-East Texas selection and returning district MVP. BROWNSBORO BEARS-Coach: Fred Griffin. 2010-11: 26-8. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. LaQueshia Cooper; Sr. Y’Niqua Mosley; Sr. Lakeshia Johnson. GAME: Brownsboro advanced to the area round against Fairfield and will again rate as one of the district favorites behind honorable mention all-East Texas and district defensive MVP Cooper and second team all-district Johnson. ATHENS HORNETS-Coach: Jay Puempel. 2010-11: 6-23/1-7. NAMES: Jr. Demi Cumby; Sr. Chelsea Crayton; Soph. Shelby Sims; Soph. Allison Kalawe. GAME: Cumby excelled and was the only sophomore named to the first team all-district roster while Crayton was on the second team. TYLER CHAPEL HILL BULLDOGS-Coach: Jeremy Durham. 2010-11: 17-13/4-4. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Brandi Gouldthorpe, 6 rpg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Soph. Shay Ross, 7 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-7 Jr. D’Errica Campbell. GAME: Chapel Hill advanced to bi-district against Jasper, the school’s first playoff appearance in 10 years. Team will be very young but very athletic and will depend on several players who tied for a JV district championship last year. Ross was named newcomer of the year. RUSK EAGLES--Coach: Baldemar Ruiz. NAMES: Sr. Tranesha Hunter; Soph. Kelsey Blankenship. GAME: Rusk returns some talent to compete with in the form of first team all-district Hunter and second teamer Blankenship. DISTRICT 18-3A LUFKIN HUDSON HORNETS--Coach: Nigel Boyles. NAMES: Sr. Jade Havard. GAME: Hudson advanced to the area round for the second consecutive season, this time against Madisonville. HUNTINGTON RED DEVILS-Coach: Michelle Brookshire. 2010-11: 15-15/8-4. NAMES: Sr. Kelsie Batton; Sr. Presley Henry; Sr. Ashley Wright; Sr. Morgan Brown; Sr. Claire Nerren. GAME: Huntington advanced to bi-district against Brownsboro. JASPER BULLDOGS--Coach: Ted Williams. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kimberly Lewis; 6-1 Sr. Jasmine Fletcher; 5-7 Sr. Nykista Hennington. GAME: Jasper advanced to the area round against Lorena in Coach Williams’ first season at the helm. POLLOK CENTRAL BULLDOGS--Coach: Tori Stanfield. NAMES: Sr. Jordan Smith. GAME: Central missed the post-season after advancing to the area round the previous year. DIBOLL LUMBERJACKS-Coach: Laura Knight. NAMES: Jr. Niya Bryant; Jr. Kristen Simmons. GAME: Diboll slid last year after going to the playoffs the previous year but should be solid behind the youth of Bryant and Simmons. KIRBYVILLE WILDCATS-Coach: Lola Baker. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Keila Brown; 5-5 Sr. Tynisha Adams. GAME: Kirbyville will miss the talents of graduated T’Keyah Jones. CENTER ROUGH RIDERS-Coach: Alvin Davis. GAME: Center will look to replace the spark provided by graduated seniors Kaley Nichols and Nakisha Bolton. DISTRICT 19-3A LORENA LEOPARDS-Coach: Rodney Gee. 2010-11: 29-5/9-1. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Katie Sampson, 11.9 ppg.; 5-11 Sr. Erin Sims; 5-4 Jr. Summer Dolezel, 11.9 ppg.; Sr. Briana Lina; Sr. Jobeth Thompson; Soph. Ashlyn Bell. GAME: Lorena advanced to the regional final against Fairfield and should be at the head of the district this year. Sampson was district defensive MVP while Dolezel was newcomer of the year. Mix in first team all-district Sims and second teamer Lina and this is a formidable club. GATESVILLE HORNETS-Coach: Chris Carroll (19-9). 201011: 19-9/6-4. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Glynna Johnson; 5-8 Sr. Kaitlin Poe; 5-9 Sr. Skye Truss. GAME: Coach Carroll’s team had a strong first season under the new leadership and looks for greater things this year. Truss was first team all-district while Johnson and Poe were on the second unit. ROBINSON ROCKETS-Coach: Doug Hunt. 2010-11: 1617/8-2. GAME: Robinson advanced to bi-district against Madisonville. Team welcomes a new coaching staff and also must replace graduated talents MacKenzie Roach, Kayla Hines and Haley Weaver. WACO LA VEGA PIRATES--Coach: Rick Salter. 2010-11: 277/6-4. NAMES: Jr. Shamequa Norwood; Jr. Faith Gibson; Jr. Brittany Perales. GAME: La Vega advanced to the area round against Bullard. District MVP Porsha Roberts has graduated, so others will need to step up. CHINA SPRING LEOPARDS-Coach: Kristi Mize. 2010-11: 1121/0-10. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Marissa Martin; 5-6 Jr. ReElle Miller; 5-5 Soph. Katie Andrie; 5-10 Mollie Kinlaw; 5-9 Soph. Deserae Lloyd. GAME: This is a very young team that still is capable of making a run of it in this district in Coach Mize’s second season. Miller and Andrie were named honorable mention all-district. WACO CONNALLY CADETS-Coach: Rebecca Hunt. 2010-11: 16-13/2-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Paula Smith; 5-10 Sr. Shaquel Wilson; 6-0 Jr. Shuntay Raglin. GAME: Connally will roll this year behind second team alldistrict Raglin and Smith along with honorable mention pick Wilson. DISTRICT 20-3A FAIRFIELD EAGLES-Coach: Stephen Heers (676-336). 201011: 27-11/9-2. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Jarmaca Brown, 4 ppg.; 6-0 Soph. Bree Bossier, 2.4 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-3 Soph. Tiara Tatum, 5.8 ppg., 1.9 apg., 2.3 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Jasmine Griffin, 7 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-4 Sr. Kathleen Chappell, 3.6 ppg., 2.1 apg. GAME: Fairfield enjoyed a spectacular season that concluded at the Erwin Center in Austin and a state semifinal berth. The Lady Eagles will have a very strong bench that will allow them to be a very good defensive team. Look for balanced scoring that should make Fairfield hard todefend. Tatum was newcomer of the year while Griffin and Chappell were first team all-district and Bossier was on the second team. MEXIA BLACKCATS--Coach: Randy Barger. 2010-11: 19-8/64. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Ashley Johnson; 5-7 Jr. Breachelle Beachum; 5-6 Jr. Aireal Ballard; 5-7 Sr. Taylor Ballard; 5-4 Jr. Amy Johnson. GAME: This team is hungry to return to the post-season and welcomes back several decorated players to make that happen. Ashley Johnson was first team all-district while Beachum was on the second team and both Ballards and Amy Johnson were honorable mention. Mexia fell in a third place tiebreaker game last year to Madisonville. MADISONVILLE MUSTANGS--Coach: Shana Taylor. 201011: 23-12/6-4. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Lisa Nealey; Sr. Trease Tyler; Soph. Amber Byrd. GAME: Madisonville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district foe Fairfield and will again be a district presence. Watch for offensive MVP Nealey to continue her rapid improvement along with help from second team alldistrict Tyler. PALESTINE WILDCATS--Coach: Joe Baker. 2010-11: 1711/8-2. NAMES: 5-1 Soph. Paradyse Page; 5-9 Sr. Brittany Dudley; 5-7 Jr. Dana Whitehead, 13.4 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. G’Vonda Pryor; 5-8 Jr. Kaulandrius Mosley. GAME: Palestine advanced to bi-district against Waco La Vega and returns honorable mention all-East Texas and district defensive MVP Whitehead along with honorable mention selections Page and Pryor. PALESTINE WESTWOOD PANTHERS--Coach: Brandi McEn- TexPreps Basketball | Page 105 3A turff. 2010-11: 8-20/2-8. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Mikayla Benson; 5-6 Soph. Natali Muniz; 6-2 Jr. Marialle Boles; 5-7 Sr. Emily Mackie. GAME: Westwood should be showing great improvement with talent back on the bench including second team alldistrict Benson and honorable mention selections Boles, Muniz and Mackie. GROESBECK GOATS-Coach: Lisa O’Kelley. 2010-11: 3-25/010. NAMES: Sr. Deshontay Jackson; Soph. JaCoya McCullen; Sr. Bethany Neal; Sr. Shaniece Wickware; Sr. Juanita Nino; Sr. Tazia Medlock; Soph. Kathleen O’Kelley; Soph. Mandy Adams; Jr. Lauren Waller. GAME: Groesbeck has fallen on hard times but expects things to improve with second team all-district Jackson and honorable mention McCullen back on the roster. DISTRICT 21-3A SOUR LAKE HARDIN-JEFFERSON HAWKS-Coach: Janet Davis (108-18). 2010-11: 28-6/10-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jasmine Smith, 10 ppg., 6 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Latonya August; 5-6 Sr. Abreanna Fontenot, 14 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg., 4 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Diamond Turner, 7.6 ppg.; 5-8 Soph. Kesha Broussard, 7.6 ppg. GAME: Hardin-Jefferson advanced to the area round against Navasota. Lady Hawks return four starters including district MVP Fontenot, as well as seven lettermen who will be in pursuit of the team’s fourth consecutive district title. Broussard was district newcomer of the year while Smith was first team all-district and August was on the second team. HAMSHIRE-FANNETT LONGHORNS-Coach: Kristi Henderson. 2010-11: 17-16. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Ciara Guilhas; 5-6 Sr. Caitlin Cossey; Jr. Kelsey Crawford. GAME: Hamshire-Fannett advanced to the area round against Giddings and will again be among the league’s best behind the return of Super Gold third team and district defensive MVP Guilhas. Cossey added second team all-district honors. ORANGEFIELD BOBCATS-Coach: Chris Jost (256-159). 2010-11: 25-9/8-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Ashton Wagner, 8 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Rebecca Higginbotham, 4 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-4 Jr. Kacey LeBlanc, 6 ppg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 5-5 Jr. Megan Burton, 3 ppg.; 5-8 Jr. Morgan Moss, 3 ppg. GAME: Orangefield advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Smithville. Lady Bobcats will look to rebuild after graduating six seniors, including district MVP Marissa Wyatt. Wagner was first team all-district and all-Orange Leader along with LeBlanc, who was also second team all-district. BRIDGE CITY CARDINALS-Coach: Gordon Fountain. 201011: 3-7 (district). NAMES: Sr. Jade Pipps; Sr. Ashley Wilbur; Soph. Kelsey Fults; Sr. Brooklyn Hogden; Jr. Hannah McAnelly; Sr. Nereida Lecea. GAME: Bridge City will need to replace a pair of graduated all-district talents in Jordan Royal and Sara McPherson. WEST ORANGE-STARK MUSTANGS-Coach: Bonnie Perry. 2010-11: 13-13/4-6. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Jazmyne Magee; 5-2 Sr. Jariah Jones; 5-8 Sr. Paige Pollard; 5-7 Sr. Ashleigh Kelly; 5-5 Soph. Jasmine Jackson; 5-4 Soph. Derreashia Daughtery; 5-6 Sr. Quinice Austin; 5-6 Jr. Kashala Smith. GAME: WO-S graduated four seniors and will welcome back first team all-Orange Leader and second team alldistrict Magee. SILSBEE TIGERS-Coach: Jason Sanders. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Ashley Waters; 5-8 Jr. Cymone Toole; 5-7 Jr. Mary Haynes; 5-6 Jr. Hannah Shows; 5-0 Jr. Clyneshia Butler; 5-6 Sr. Ashley Johnson; 6-4 Jr. Erin Watson; 5-7 Soph. Camry Martin. GAME: Silsbee missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Watch for first team all-district Johnson to be a solid team leader. DISTRICT 22-3A LIBERTY PANTHERS-Coach: Kenneth Bickham. NAMES: Sr. Laura Kerr; Jr. Alicia Baldwin; Jr. Alisa Baldwin. GAME: Liberty advanced to the area round against Smithville in a strong bounceback season. This program continues headed in the right direction and should be a district power behind returning district MVP Kerr along with first team all-district talents Alicia and Alisa Baldwin. TexPreps Basketball | Page 106 CLEVELAND TARKINGTON LONGHORNS--Coach: Dawn Angerstein. 2010-11: 13-14/9-3. NAMES: 5-11Jr. Chelsey Berton; 5-5 Jr. Gyny Roach; 5-3 Soph. Carley Coogler; 5-6 Sr. Priscilla Cuellar; 5-4 Soph. Shelbi Chambers; 5-10 Jr. Rachel Walden; 5-7 Jr. Carson Bowen. GAME: Tarkington advanced to bi-district against Hamshire-Fannett and will look to second team Berton to lead the club following a rash of senior graduations. SPLENDORA WILDCATS--Coach: Dianna Archer. 2010-11: 11-18/6-6. NAMES: Soph. Emily Richardson; 5-6 Sr. Taylor Stephens; 5-3 Jr. Hannah Hathcock; 5-5 Jr. Kacy Freeze; 5-5 Soph. Lynze Brode; 5-8 Soph. Genesis Ordonez. GAME: Splendora missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Brode was superb in a co-defensive player of the year season while Richardson made first team all-district as a freshman. CLEVELAND INDIANS--Coach: Shiakiea Carter. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Lameisha Ligons; 5-5 Sr. Regeria Wilridge; 5-6 Sr. Taylor Winkle; 5-7 Soph. Kaliyah Ryans; 5-5 Sr. Brittney Ratcliff; 5-11 Jr. Charissa Keyser; 5-7 Sr. Erica Edwards; 5-11 Soph. Makayla Bookman; 6-0 Jr. Ericka Shedd. GAME: Cleveland fell from playoff grace and believes it was a one-year absence. Watch for Cleveland to recover behind the talents of first team all-district Ligons. This will be a club with much more experience as only one senior graduated from the roster. HUFFMAN HARGRAVE FALCONS-Coach: Amy Daniels. 2010-11: 11-18/7-5. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Sarah Gobe; 5-8 Jr. Stephanie Barker; 5-10 Jr. Amber Owens; 5-8 Jr. Kendyl Cowart; 5-6 Jr. Alison Boudreaux; Soph. Kelsie McEachern; Soph. Alix Drvenkar; 5-7 Jr. Faith Pate; 5-8 Soph. Cheyenne Coulter; 5-10 Sr. Mary Daic. GAME: Hargrave continued their Jeckyll and Hyde act. In the past four seasons the team has gone from 2-10 to 9-3 to 3-9 to 7-5 in district. Last year was good enough for a bi-district showing against Orangefield. Boudreaux was named co-defensive player of the year while McEachern was newcomer of the year and first team all-district for a team that should finally get off the up-and-down rollercoaster. Drvenkar was named second team all-district as a freshman. SHEPHERD PIRATES--Coach: Kathy Meng. NAMES: Sr. Katarra McDuffie; Sr. Casey Gomez; Jr. Ashley Goad; Sr. Anmol Dalwadi; Jr. Necia Boyer. GAME: Gomez is the tender to Shepherd’s flock after a first team all-district year while Dalwadi placed on the second team. COLDSPRING OAKHURST TROJANS--Coach: Sherray Brooks. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Liz Trapp; 5-6 Soph. Ashley Elzie; Jr. Jaylan Williams; 5-8 Sr. Tiffany Houpt; 5-6 Jr. Santavia Thompson; 5-4 Jr. Rebecca Hopson. GAME: Trapp ensnared opponents on the way to second team all-district recognition. DISTRICT 23-3A SMITHVILLE TIGERS-Coach: Robin Ramsay (323-183). 2010-11: 19-14/8-2. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Taryn Leiferman, 3.8 ppg., 3 rpg.; 5-10 Jr. Maygan Washington, 5.8 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 1 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Trina Deyo, 3.1 ppg., 1.7 rpg.; 6-1 Sr. Madison Hannusch, 2.2 rpg., 1 bpg.; 5-8 Sr. Audrei Rogers. GAME: Smithville advanced to the regional semifinals against Fairfield. Team graduated nine seniors, its entire starting lineup and most of the offense. There will be a strong inside game but the guards will be inexperienced and will need to step up quickly. Leiferman was district newcomer of the year while Washington was second team all-district. GIDDINGS BUFFALOES--Coach: Mike Albers. 2010-11: 1813/10-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Alex Masek; 5-9 Sr. Kayla Winkfield; 5-9 Sr. Darrecia Johnson; 5-4 Soph. Hannah Michel; 5-5 Sr. Makayla Alva; 5-3 Sr. Kalyn Morgan; 5-7 Jr. Vicki Schimank; 5-9 Sr. Allyson Roberts; 5-4 Sr. Tavia Richard; 5-8 Sr. Nece Reese. GAME: Giddings advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Navasota. This team is well positioned for another long playoff run behind district MVP Winkfield, first team all-district Johnson and honorable mention Masek. NAVASOTA RATTLERS-Coach: Tommy Gates. 2010-11: 31- 8/5-5. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Q’Anteria Roberson; Jr. Alexus Freeman; Jr. Tae’ Lattimore; Jr. Lanell Hayes; Soph. Kuitesha Maxey. GAME: Navasota advanced to the regional semifinals against Lorena. Expect the talents of first team all-district Freeman to continue to build for this perennial playoff program. Help comes from second team all-district Lattimore. ROCKDALE TIGERS-Coach: Liz McQuitter. 2010-11: 8-21/2-8. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Amanda Coumont; 5-6 Sr. Victoria Drake; 5-6 Sr. Jill Young; 5-6 Fr. Velma Mitchell; 5-3 Jr. Visha Henderson. GAME: While Rockdale will be young, team will have a mixture of experience in its senior and junior classes. The sophomore class has several players who will be vying for varsity spots. How they step up and who steps up will determine the team’s depth and definitely its season outcome. LA GRANGE LEOPARDS-Coach: David Cooper. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Breanna Horner; 5-6 Sr. Hallie Garlick. GAME: La Grange missed the playoffs after going to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Horner is immensely talented and will lead the club following a first team alldistrict year. Garlick placed on the second team and will leave a good taste in this team’s mouth. CALDWELL HORNETS-Coach: Brandy Dahir. GAME: Uh oh! Caldwell will need to replace graduated alldistrict sensation Bookie Sims. DISTRICT 24-3A SEALY TIGERS-Coach: Jerry Brantly. 2010-11: 24-9. NAMES: Jr. Caroline Owen; Sr. Ashley Cooper; Sr. Kierra Harris; Jr. Kelsie Maxwell. GAME: Sealy advanced to the area round against Orangefield. Cooper notched district offensive MVP honors while Owen and Harris were first team all-district and Maxwell was on the second roster. BROOKSHIRE ROYAL FALCONS--Coach: Lisa Hess. 2010-11: 12-10/6-4. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Brianna Brandyburg; 5-7 Sr. Sabrina Hayes; 5-4 Sr. Natalie Johnson; 5-8 Jr. Terricka Vaughn; 5-8 Jr. Chelsey Benjamin; 5-6 Soph. Brandi Venson; 5-8 Jr. Jayci Hess. GAME: Royal advanced to bi-district against Smithville and should be even stronger after graduating only two seniors. Brandyberg was the district defensive MVP while Hayes was co-newcomer of the year. Johnson was accorded first team all-district recognition. BELLVILLE BRAHMAS--Coach: Heather Campbell. NAMES: Jr. Jashara Earthman; Sr. Kyndal Carter. GAME: Earthman was on another planet during an outstanding first team all-district season. Help comes from second team performer Carter. STAFFORD SPARTANS--Coach: NeKisha Durham. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Domonique Taylor; 5-3 Sr. Jasmyn Vallier. GAME: Stafford advanced to bi-district against Navasota but will need to overcome the graduation loss of eight of the 10 players on the roster, including district MVP Candria Jones. Taylor excelled as district co-newcomer of the year and will lead a young squad. COLUMBUS CARDINALS-Coach: Amy Mikulin. 2010-11: 5-16/2-8. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Rebecca Allison; 5-4 Sr. Kelsey McGrath; 5-3 Sr. Sarah Rogers; 5-4 Jr. Allison Sutton; 5-6 Jr. Abigail Baugh; 5-8 Jr. Holly Melvin; 5-5 Jr. Laura Moeller; 5-9 Sr. Molly Ballard; 5-2 Soph. Lacie Schobel. GAME: Columbus was young last year and graduated only three seniors from the roster. Watch for second team alldistrict talents Allison and Ballard to lead the way. HOUSTON KIPP ACADEMY—Coach: Patricia Mapp. GAME: Would it be too much to ask to have Kip Dynamite deliver an inspirational speech to the KIPP team? TOMBALL MEMORIAL WILDCATS—Coach: Jana Mustard. 2010-11: New School. GAME: The Tomball ISD’s latest school dips its toes into UIL Class 3A play. DISTRICT 25-3A LIBERTY HILL PANTHERS-Coach: Matt Kirschner (72-67). 2010-11: 27-7/9-1. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Kourtney Bevers, 13.9 ppg., 3.7 rpg., 3.3 apg., 3.7 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Taylor Russell, 12.5 ppg., 7.8 rpg., 2.2 apg., 2.8 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Jessica Green, 9 ppg., 1.9 rpg., 7.1 apg., 3.1 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Lorrie Potts, 4.1 ppg., 1.6 rpg., 1.1 spg.; 6-1 Sr. Jordan Redmond. Kourtney Bevers Liberty Hill Jessica Green Liberty Hill Taylor Russell Liberty Hill GAME: Liberty Hill advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Salado. Team returns three starters and 10 lettermen and are led by three-year starters Bevers (all-state the last two years and returning district MVP), Russell (allregion the last two years) and Green (all-region in 2010). Strengths include experience, depth and defensive pressure. BURNET BULLDOGS-Coach: Mike Cavender (378-189). 2010-11: 19-14/8-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Leah Cotton, 13 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg., 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Kati Maldonado, 15 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg., 3 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Shannon Dyer, 6 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Hillary Foster, 4 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Bryanika Grady, 6 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 spg. GAME: Burnet advanced to the area round against Yoakum. Team should be solid with seven returning lettermen with game experience along with the additions of several talented younger players. Strengths will again be speed, quickness, aggressive defense and shooting ability, while a weakness will be a smaller size when it comes to post defense and rebounding. Five players return who started at one time or another last season, and co-defensive MVP Cotton, co-offensive MVP Maldonado and first team alldistrict Dyer will be called upon to lead the way. SALADO EAGLES-Coach: Jeanette McKinney. 2010-11: 1917/6-4. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Carling Urben; Sr. Alexis Bowman; Sr. Kirstie McGillick. GAME: Salado advanced to the regional final against Rockport-Fulton. With the departure of graduated sensation Hadley Joiner, Salado turns to the talented Urben, who averaged 18 points in the playoffs after missing district play due to a broken thumb. Bowman was second team all-district while McGillick was honorable mention. LAMPASAS BADGERS-Coach: Jenny Bowden. 2010-11: 9-24/4-6. NAMES: Sr. Megan Mason; Sr. Juls Crook; Jr. Julie Mize; 5-9 Sr. Hailey Morrison; Sr. Whitney Cauthen. GAME: Lampasas expects to battle for a playoff spot behind newcomer of the year Mason, second team all-district Crook and honorable mention Mize. LLANO YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: Daryl Friedrich. 2010-11: 9-22/4-6. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Cierra Jordan; 5-9 Jr. Jessica Wunderlich; 5-6 Jr. Taylor Durham; 5-5 Sr. Samantha Lopez; 5-5 Sr. Jessica Montez. GAME: Llano should be more competitive this season due to the experience the young players received through playing several varsity games last year. Jordan was first team alldistrict and Lopez placed on the honorable mention squad. TAYLOR DUCKS-Coach: Christina Reyna. 2010-11: 3-23/010. GAME: Sr. Amanda Martinez. NAMES: A number of talented seniors graduated and leave honorable mention all-district Martinez to lead a young team. DISTRICT 26-3A WIMBERLEY TEXANS-Coach: Shaun Miller. 2010-11: 1916/12-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Chandler White. GAME: Wimberley advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Yoakum but is staring at a number of key losses through graduation including district MVP Lea Watson. Watch for second team all-district White to lead the team. GERONIMO NAVARRO PANTHERS--Coach: Darrell Harborth (278-156). 2010-11: 25-7/9-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Valerie Vrana; 5-7 Sr. Erica Conover; 5-10 Sr. Sierra Williams; 5-10 Sr. Amber Goebel; 5-4 Soph. Andrea Besa. GAME: Navarro advanced to bi-district against Burnet after moving up to Class 3A. Vrana nabbed first team all-district recognition while Conover was on the second team. Both were also on the Seguin Gazette first team all-area list while Goebel was on the second team and Besa was new- comer of the year. BOERNE GREYHOUNDS—Coach: Amy Ruede. 2010-11: 1516/6-6. NAMES: 6-1 Soph. Avery Queen, 8.7 ppg., 6.8 rpg., 1.3 spg.; 5-3 Jr. Mallory Grimm, 3.7 ppg., 2.5 rpg., 1.4 apg., 2.3 spg.; 5-10 Soph. Hailey Kowalik, 2.5 ppg., 2.7 rpg.; 5-3 Jr. Abby Amick, 2.2 ppg., 1.3 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Kendall Nowlin. GAME: Boerne will be young but with varsity experience. Team will be strong in the post and gains some solid players from JV at the guard position. Queen was first team alldistrict as a freshman. BANDERA BULLDOGS-Coach: David Farber. 2010-11: 2212/10-2. NAMES: Sr. Megan Lohrke; 5-2 Sr. Rozlyn Reeves; Jr. Briana Mayhew; Sr. Micaela Keese; Soph. Catrina Sampson; Soph. Shae Hopf. GAME: Bandera advanced to bi-district against Salado. This is a club looking to replace some serious graduated talent, including all-area Gianna Canales. FREDERICKSBURG BATTLIN’ BILLIES-Coach: Wade Prejean. 2010-11: 9-15/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Amber Rendon; Sr. Jena Ottmers; Jr. Alyssa Herbort; Sr. Megan Smith; Sr. Brooke Patteson; Sr. Chelse Burow; Sr. Emily Wenzel; Jr. Amanda Lochte. GAME: Rendon was as splendid in a second team alldistrict season as schnitzel is for diners at the Auslander Restaurant. FISCHER CANYON LAKE HAWKS—Coach: Mary Beth Gallagher. 2010-11: 12-19/2-10. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Amber West; 5-6 Jr. Hannah St. John; 5-7 Sr. Caitlyn Collins; 5-10 Jr. Katie Williams; 5-8 Sr. Jennifer Goble; 5-0 Jr. Courtney Barbknecht. GAME: Canyon Lake has a new coaching staff in place with one immediate goal that of replacing graduated all-area star Tiffany Tschoepe. SAN ANTONIO HAWKINS WOLFPACK-Coach: Alfred Clay. 2010-11:2-22/0-12. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Brittany Wooten; 5-1 Sr. Stephanie Barrera; Sr. Amber Cain; 5-7 Sr. Erica Lozano; 5-6 Jr. Jacklyn Lynch; 5-8 Jr. Zakiria Milano; Jr. Erika Velazco; 5-6 Sr. Brittany White. GAME: Hawkins has talent for now and the future with first team all-district pick Wooten. DISTRICT 27-3A HONDO OWLS--Coach: D.J. Denton. 2010-11: 26-6/12-0. NAMES: Sr. Maggie Sunderman; Soph. Hannah Ytuarte; Jr. Adele Boehme; Sr. Abigail Ytuarte; Jr. Hannah Bohmfalk; Sr. Christina Faseler; Jr. Cindy Stanukinos. GAME: Hondo advanced to the area round against Salado and should again be the head of the district class despite graduating several talented seniors including all-area Chesney Brown. Sunderman is a talented returnee and was voted second team all-district. DEVINE ARABIANS-Coach: Jim Sessions. 2010-11: 19-12/9-3. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Katelyn Feltner, 9 ppg., 3 apg.; 5-6 Sr. Katherine Harrell, 8.5 ppg., 5 apg.; 5-6 Sr. Kaelyn Stacy, 7 ppg., 7 rpg. GAME: Devine advanced to bi-district against Cuero. Arabians return four starters and nine lettermen, including first team all-district Feltner, second teamer Stacy and defensive MVP Harrell. Team will have a lot of experience but will not have much height. CRYSTAL CITY JAVELINAS--Coach: Leopoldo “Polo” Ortiz. 2010-11: 16-14/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Christine Castillo, 10.5 ppg.; Sr. Earsela Reece, 8.6 rpg.; Jr. Jazmin Ortiz, 5.1 apg.; Sr. Selina Sonora, 1.8 spg.; Sr. Selika Sonora. GAME: This year’s team will be a lot faster. Lady Javelinas return six seniors, including second team all-district Castillo. This leadership should help propel Crystal City to a playoff berth. SOMERSET BULLDOGS-Coach: Keith Higginbotham. 201011: 11-16/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Malyssa Barrow; Jr. Jocelyn Hillyer; Jr. Dominique Sandoval; Sr. Alisia Briones; Sr. Jomanda Johnson; Sr. Amber Holt. GAME: Somerset missed the playoffs after going the previous year. That could be only a one-year absence for a team featuring newcomer of the year Hillyer and second team all-district Barrow. LYTLE PIRATES--Coach: Monica Green. 2010-11: 20-15/8-4. NAMES: Jr. Audrey Perez; Sr. Justine Soto; Soph. Karley Juarez; Sr. Abby Grajeda; Soph. Kendra Rainey; Sr. Alyza Avila; Soph. Andrea Gregg; Jr. Salleyna Mattison; Sr. Jea- nette Wimberly; Sr. Abby Garcia. GAME: Lytle advanced to the area round against Liberty Hill. Perez garnered second team all-district honors. PEARSALL MAVERICKS--Coach: Kevin Kromer. 2010-11: 4-16/3-9. NAMES: Sr. Amanda Garza; Jr. Nikki Carrillo; Sr. Makayla Cuevas; Sr. Sara Graf; Jr. Tori Ramon; Jr. Addie Williams. GAME: Pearsall looks to make some noise in this district with first team all-district Garza the biggest noisemaker. CARRIZO SPRINGS WILDCATS--Coach: John Guerrero. 2010-11: 3-16/0-10. GAME: Carrizo Springs has struggled through a pair of winless district seasons and will be challenged in this league. DISTRICT 28-3A YOAKUM BULLDOGS--Coach: Shawn Griffin. 2010-11: 267/11-1. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Shardae Jones; 5-3 Sr. RaeRae Samuel; 5-3 Sr. Carleshia Robinson; 5-1 Sr. Sharvante Caldwell; 5-3 Sr. Allyson Blakeney, 10.8 ppg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Ashtyn Henkes. GAME: Yoakum advanced to the regional semifinals against Rockport-Fulton. District MVP Blakeney is back to lead another push with help from offensive player of the year Henkes, first team all-district Jones and Samuel and second teamer Robinson. Long-time coach Theresa Boening retired so there will be a period of transition. SAN ANTONIO SAM HOUSTON HURRICANES-Coach: Milyse Lamkin (127-71). 2010-11: 13-14/10-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Lakesha Jones; Jr. Tiffany Burks; Sr. Tamika Fostere; Sr. Kelvina McAllister; Jr. At’Once Slack; Sr. Bria Webb; Soph. Tashonna Williams; Jr. Anishka Young. GAME: Sam Houston advanced to bi-district against Lytle. Jones and Burks excelled along the way and were named first team all-district. LA VERNIA BEARS-Coach: Ron Glazener, Jr. (197-171). 2010-11: 13-17/6-6. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Natalie Baker, 13.4 ppg., 7.8 rpg., 1.6 apg., 1.7 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Alex Cruz, 2.8 ppg., 4.4 rpg., 1.5 apg., 2.2 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Kayla Markgraf, 9.6 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 2.2 apg., 2.5 spg., 1.3 bpg.; 5-5 Sr. Kristine Key, 3.3 ppg., 2.4 rpg., 1.7 apg., 1.3 spg. GAME: Baker was district defensive player of the year, while Markgraf was first team all-district and Cruz and Key were on the second team. La Vernia will be experienced and quick. Size will be a weakness. District will be extremely competitive as everyone returns key personnel. CUERO GOBBLERS--Coach: Terrance Fryer. 2010-11: 1715/7-5. NAMES: Sr. Madeline Davis; Jr. Abby Sheppard. GAME: Cuero advanced to the area round against Wimberley. A trio of all-district talents have graduated, but second teamer Davis is back to lead the team. GONZALES APACHES-Coach: Steve Biddison. 2010-11: 1715/6-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Brittney Pakebusch; 5-2 Sr. Jessica Cantu; 5-5 Sr. Mariah Hastings; 5-3 Sr. Donniqua Sanders; 5-8 Jr. Taylor Green; 5-4 Jr. Taylor West; 5-7 Jr. Andrea Hunt; 5-5 Jr. Jade McCook; 5-7 Sr. Whitney Stefinsky. GAME: Gonzales missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Hastings will attempt to lead the team back to the post-season after grabbing second team all-district recognition. PLEASANTON EAGLES--Coach: Scott Jones. 2010-11: 6-21/1-11. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Kierstyn Dumont; Jr. Emma Garcia; Jr. Jackie Tanner. GAME: Pleasanton will need to replace graduated all-district star Shayleyn Garcia. POTEET AGGIES-Coach: Vernon Marsh. 2010-11: 6-24/111. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Gabby Garcia; 5-5 Sr. Rose Anna Garcia; 5-4 Jr. Samantha Amaya; 5-7 Sr. Melanie Ochoa. GAME: Expect a big year out of honorable mention alldistrict Rose Anna Garcia. DISTRICT 29-3A COLUMBIA ROUGHNECKS-Coach: Patrice Ward. 2010-11: 28-4. NAMES: Sr. Aaliyah Ward, 16.8 ppg., 4.7 rpg., 9.2 apg., 10.8 spg.; Sr. Hailee Gilbert; Sr. Whitney Flannel. GAME: Columbia advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Ingleside. The sensational Ward was all-Southern Brazoria County offensive player of the year as well as TGCA all-state. TexPreps Basketball | Page 107 3A Savanna Bijarro Wharton Tia Breaux Wharton Nina Guzman Wharton NEEDVILLE BLUEJAYS--Coach: Kendra Galvan. 2010-11: 2212/6-2. NAMES: Jr. Amber Matlock; Soph. Morgan Bennett; Jr. Tonia Pavlicek; Sr. Jasmine Reese; Sr. Bandi Powell; Soph. Lauren Archer; Sr. Shannon Lucas; Soph. Hannah Oler. GAME: Needville advance to the regional quarterfinals against Rockport-Fulton. Matlock returns after being named district defensive player of the year. Help comes from first team all-district Powell and second teamer Reese. WHARTON TIGERS--Coach: Michelle Trotter. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Nina Guzman, 8 ppg., 5 rpg., 4 spg.; 5-3 Sr. Tia Breaux, 7 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg., 4 spg.; 5-7 Soph. Savanna Bijarro, 4 ppg. GAME: Wharton had no seniors on their team last year. Three freshmen spent time starting and playing lots of minutes in a tough varsity schedule. This year those experiences along with strong senior leadership will provide this team with the tools necessary to make a run to the playoffs. Guzman was Victoria Advocate all-area honorable mention and first team all-district. SWEENY BULLDOGS-Coach: Valerie Soistman. 2010-11: 16-15. NAMES: Jr. Korinne Branch; Jr. April Stull; Soph. Urshel Tims. GAME: Sweeny advanced to bi-district against Ingleside and has a young star in all-Southern Brazoria County and district newcomer of the year Tims. Stull was first team alldistrict while Branch was on the second team. PALACIOS SHARKS--Coach: Aaron Wollam. GAME: These sharks are likely to be less dangerous this year than the ones swimming around in Austin Powers with frickin’ laser beams attached to their heads. DISTRICT 30-3A ROCKPORT-FULTON PIRATES--Coach: Chris Bentley. 201011: 35-4/10-0. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Taylor Patek; 5-4 Sr. Vanessa Ngo, 4.7 ppg., 2.1 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Niccolette Marshall, 5 ppg., 6.6 rpg.; 5-4 Sr. Morgan Hale, 13.3 ppg., 1.7 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Victoria Uvalle, 2.5 ppg.; 5-6 Sr. Nina Gielow, 2.2 ppg., 2.2 rpg.; 5-5 Sr. Allyssa Howe. GAME: Rockport-Fulton danced all the way to Austin and a state semifinal contest against eventual champion Abilene Wylie. This will again be a dominant program out of Region 4 with returning talent at the ready despite the loss of graduated district co-MVPs in Erika Williams and Chandra Dixon. Watch for defensive MVP Patek to apply the clamps with help from newcomer of the year Hale, first team alldistrict Marshall and second teamer Ngo. In other words, this is once again a loaded team. ARANSAS PASS PANTHERS--Coach: Deborah Boudoin. 2010-11: 21-12/6-4. NAMES: Jr. Journey Cole; Jr. Brianna Cribb; Jr. Jackie Jasper; Soph. Keeli Oliver. GAME: Aransas Pass advanced to bi-district against Needville. Team hopes to make the playoffs again and challenge for a district title after tying for second last year with Ingleside. Cribb was district offensive MVP while Cole and Jasper placed on the first team all-district roster and Oliver was honorable mention. GOLIAD TIGERS-Coach: John Reyes. 2010-11: 21-10/5-5. NAMES: Sr. Jessiah Johnson; Jr. Avery Zamzow; Jr. Emily Perez; Sr. Beth Henning; Jr. Brianna de la Garza; Soph. Sydney Morris. GAME: Goliad has legitimate playoff aspirations built around first team all-district Johnson and Zamzow and second teamer Perez. TexPreps Basketball | Page 108 INGLESIDE MUSTANGS-Coach: Corey Scott. 2010-11: 309/6-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jessica Loeffler; 6-0 Jr. Aysha Ramirez; 5-7 Jr. Morgan Bell; 5-6 Sr. Kristen Hamalainen; 5-7 Sr. Brooke Kuehler; 5-3 Sr. Macey Damron; 6-0 Jr. Victoria Rogers. GAME: Ingleside advanced to the regional semifinals against Salado, breaking a streak of three consecutive years of advancing to the quarterfinals. This year finds a new coaching staff on a team that must replace a surplus of senior talent. Loeffler returns after a second team alldistrict showing. SINTON PIRATES--Coach: Jana Gallet. 2010-11: 11-13/3-7. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Brittany Selby; Jr. Tonya Box; Jr. Stephanie Garcia; Sr. Serena Garcia; Jr. Courtney Reopelle; Sr. Amanda Smith; Jr. Desiree Stewart. GAME: Sinton took a big hit on graduation and will call on second team all-district Selby to take charge. MATHIS PIRATES-Coach: Rosa Oliva. 2010-11: 1-19/0-10. NAMES: Soph. Xenia Eichelberger; Soph. Leslie Garcia; Sr. Jennifer Hinojosa; Jr. Danielle Leija; Soph. Mindy Martinez; Jr. Chelsea Olivarez; Soph. Dalia Rodriguez; Soph. Bhita Rodriguez; Soph. SanJuanita Rodriguez. GAME: Mathis will likely have its struggles in this top-heavy district. DISTRICT 31-3A CORPUS CHRISTI WEST OSO BEARS-Coach: Roy Williams (640-212). 2010-11: 16-15/6-4. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Aisha Downie, 5.6 ppg., 5.1 apg., 5.5 spg.; 5-5 Jr. Lizzy Valdez, 5.7 ppg., 4.7 apg., 5.5 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Brittany Clark, 10.5 ppg., 16 rpg.; 5-7 Soph. Akeyla Mitchell, 4.1 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Davonna Trimble; Tiira Horton; Soph. Naomi Fox; Sr. Emerald Perez. GAME: Injuries hurt the Lady Bears last year as three starters went down with season-ending injuries. The benefit is that the underclassmen gained valuable experience. Team brings back all but one player including four starters led by co-newcomer of the year Clark and first team all-district Valdez. Defensive player of the year Downie, Valdez and Horton (returning from an ACL injury) will lead an aggressive baseline-to-baseline defense. Speed will be the foundation for success as four in the starting lineup all qualified for the state track meet. ORANGE GROVE BULLDOGS-Coach: Lee Ann Barker. 201011: 25-14/8-2. NAMES: Sr. Ashley King; Sr. Brandi Herschap; 5-7 Sr. Selena Henderson; Jr. Amber King; Sr. Alexandria Chapa; Jr. Maggie Long. GAME: Orange Grove advanced to the area round against Ingleside. While graduation rocked the team, talent still is on display with offensive MVP Ashley King, second team all-district Herschap and honorable mention Henderson. RAYMONDVILLE BEARKATS-Coach: Felix Silva (57-37). 2010-11: 16-14/7-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Abbie Anna Rivas; 5-8 Sr. Stephanie Perez; 5-5 Soph. Natalie Janes; 5-2 Sr. Briana Gallardo; 5-6 Jr. Briana Dominguez; 5-4 Sr. Araceli Rios; 5-5 Sr. Oriana Flores; 5-5 Sr. Stephanie Valladares. GAME: Raymondville advanced to the area round against Rockport-Fulton and graduated only two seniors. This is a club that should again be vying for a playoff berth behind co-newcomer of the year Janes, first team all-district Rivas and second teamer Perez. LYFORD BULLDOGS-Coach: Teresa Gutierrez. 2010-11: 1-9 (district). NAMES: Jr. Alessa Flack; Soph. Jackie Barrera; Jr. Zelina De Leon. GAME: Lyford should be in the thick of the playoff chase behind second team all-district Flack and honorable mention selections Barrera and De Leon. ROBSTOWN COTTON PICKERS-Coach: Lolly Arevalo. 201011: 3-17/1-9. NAMES: Sr. Victoria Gutierrez. GAME: Gutierrez picked up her second consecutive alldistrict honor when she was named to the honorable mention group. CORPUS CHRISTI MILLER BUCCANEERS-Coach: Tracy Gid- dens. 2010-11: 15-18/7-3. NAMES: Jr. Miranda Lewis; Sr. Qe’ondra Robinson; Sr. Olivia Rodriguez; Sr. Kiaya Scott. GAME: Miller’s move down from Class 4A immediately paid off with an area round showing against Columbia. A new challenge this year is finding replacements for graduated district co-MVP Kiaya Scott. DISTRICT 32-3A RIO HONDO BOBCATS-Coach: Robert Jaramillo. 2010-11: 25-5/10-2. NAMES: Soph. Natalie Jaramillo; Jr. Ashley Canas; Sr. Belinda Orozco; Soph. Vanessa Hernandez. GAME: Rio Hondo advanced to the area round against Needville in a year that saw the team go from 11-17 to 255. This year’s team must replace graduated district MVP Kaylene Betancourt and will turn to dynamic tri-newcomer of the year Jaramillo to set the tone. This talent-laden club also boasts first team all-district Canas, the only sophomore named to the unit, second team all-district Orozco and honorable mention Hernandez. ZAPATA HAWKS-Coach: Clyde Guerra Jr. 2010-11: 18-7/10-2. NAMES: Jr. Kristina De Leon; Sr. Estella Molina; Sr. Shelby Bigler; Sr. Jackie Salinas. GAME: Zapata advanced to bi-district against Corpus Christi Miller and will again have the pieces in place for a postseason dash. Watch for tri-newcomer of the year De Leon, first team all-district sensations Molina and Bigler and honorable mention Salinas to all be huge this year. PORT ISABEL TARPONS-Coach: Alan Ward. 2010-11: 2110/9-3. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Kristian Watkins, 14.1 ppg.; Sr. Kim Ceballos; Sr. Carolina Perez. GAME: Port Isabel advanced to bi-district against Raymondville and will again be strong behind co-offensive player of the year Watkins and honorable mention all-district tabs Ceballos and Perez. LA FERIA LIONS-Coach: Angel Martinez. 2010-11: 14-14/75. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Mikayla Johnson; 5-9 Jr. Julia Zamora; Sr. Kiela De La Rosa; Sr. Desiree Serna; Sr. Jennifer Exinia. GAME: La Feria missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and must replace a large senior class with eight players moving on. Watch for sixth man of the year Johnson and first team all-district talents Exinia and Serna to take the lead. PROGRESO RED ANTS-Coach: Patrick Self. 2010-11: 1316/4-8. NAMES: Jr. Marina Flores; 5-2 Sr. Dulce Velez; 4-11 Sr. Melissa Torres; 5-12 Sr. Vanessa Cerda; 5-7 Sr. Brianna Puentes; 5-6 Soph. Adel Alvarado; 5-7 Jr. Indira Garza; 5-10 Sr. Rebeca Ochoa. GAME: Progreso improved greatly last year after going winless the previous season. There should be even more progression this year behind tri-newcomer of the year Flores and honorable mention all-district picks Velez, Garza, Cerda and Alvarado. RIO GRANDE CITY LA GRULLA GATORS—Coach: Crystal Franz. 2010-11: 3-24/3-9. NAMES: Jr. Jovannie Solis; Sr. Celia Garcia; Sr. Jasmine Montemayor; Jr. Samantha Adrete; Sr. Bethany Martinez. GAME: La Grulla had some strong individual honors in its first year of varsity play with second team all-district Martinez and honorable mention selections Solis, Garcia, Montemayor and Adrete. DONNA IDEA ACADEMY TITANS-Coach: Heriberto Garza. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). NAMES: Sr. Dacia Clark; Soph. Marisol Sanchez; Sr. Jessica Levine; Sr. Mitzi Perez; Sr. Kiara Loredo; Sr. Brittany Escobedo. GAME: IDEA Academy is headed in the right direction and will call on honorable mention all-district Escobedo to lead. PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO SOUTHWEST JAVELINAS— Coach: Jaclyn Olvera. 2010-11: New School. GAME: The newest team out of PSJA begins its UIL ventures in Class 3A. TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 2A GIRLS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Brock—Seriously? You were expecting someone else? A new coaching staff is on board for the overwhelming state favorite. Tuscola Jim Ned—Meagan O’Dell and Ellyn Avery lead another powerful Jim Ned team looking to win it all. Winnsboro—Another perennial Austin favorite also has a new coach after reaching the state title game. Wall—Expectations are high as one of West Texas’ finest welcomes Tate Lombard to the coaching staff. Daingerfield—Maria Leaks averaged a double-double for a tough outfit that reached the regional final against Winnsboro. Poth—District co-MVP Ashley Fuller is only a junior but already dominant on a team that knows success. Spearman—Lynxettes have a storied history not to mention talent as evidenced by returning district MVP Morgan Ashmore. Alvord—Under-the-radar Alvord reached the regional quarters against Brock and returns district MVP Jordan Ward. Godley—Playing in the same district as Brock is not easy, but Godley had a 33-4 mark last year and will again be tough. Crockett—This team’s one and only loss last year was in the regional semifinals against Daingerfield. 2A CLASS 2A DISTRICT 1-2A SPEARMAN LYNX-Coach: Junior Ashmore. 2010-11: 273/9-1. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Morgan Ashmore; Sr. Shelby Hanna; Jr. Kyla Walker. GAME: Spearman advanced to the regional semifinals against Hico. The Lynxettes are a storied program and will again be favored in this league behind returning district MVP Ashmore, defensive player of the year Hanna and alldistrict Walker. BUSHLAND FALCONS--Coach: Scott Sims. 2010-11: 1220/7-3. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Kaitlyn Bauer; 5-7 Jr. Sarah Climer; 5-5 Sr. Toree Gerber; 5-4 Sr. Lauren Mayfield; 5-9 Jr. Christina Hancock; 5-8 Jr. Hannah Belote; 5-5 Jr. Bailey Trimmell; 6-0 Sr. Kaylee Holland. GAME: Bushland advanced to bi-district against Dimmitt and will be dangerous this year with the return of newcomer of the year Bauer and all-district mates Gerber and Climer. CHILDRESS BOBCATS-Coach: Billy Perkins. 2010-11: 1120/6-4. NAMES: Jr. Tanasia Cornish. GAME: Childress advanced to bi-district against Littlefield. Cornish was outstanding in being named offensive player of the year and will lead the team. AMARILLO RIVER ROAD WILDCATS--Coach: Angela Greeson. 2010-11: 14-16/5-5. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kaci Lysford. GAME: Lysford was accorded all-district honors and will lead a young and improving team. SANFORD-FRITCH EAGLES--Coach: Jason Hale. 2010-11: 10-19/3-7. NAMES: Sr. Summer Tubbs. GAME: Sanford-Fritch will likely be relegated to the lower tier of this tough Class 2A district. AMARILLO HIGHLAND PARK HORNETS--Coach: Matt Taylor. 2010-11: 6-20/0-10. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Megan Cook; Soph. Morgan Kelley; Sr. Kimi Mayhue; Jr. Leesa Lopez; Sr. Sharley Hale; Jr. Whitney Shaffer. GAME: Highland Park welcomes back six varsity players in an effort to improve in the standings. DISTRICT 2-2A IDALOU WILDCATS-Coach: Wayne Johnson. 2010-11: 1015/5-9. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Lacey Conklin; 5-9 Jr. Bailey Thiel; 5-4 Sr. Kelsey Richards; 5-6 Sr. Kyla Stanton; 5-8 Sr. Lacey Conklin; 5-2 Sr. Ariana Garcia; 5-4 Jr. Audrie Furgeson; 5-5 Sr. Rachel Stricklin; 5-7 Sr. Alyssa Tullis; 5-7 Sr. Morgan Griffith; 5-5 Sr. Frenchy Flores. GAME: Idalou missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional final the previous year. It was a young Idalou team that took the court and had no seniors on the roster. The playing experience should be beneficial to a team welcoming back all-district talents Thiel and Stanton. LITTLEFIELD WILDCATS--Coach: Justin Barton. 2010-11: 28-9/11-3. NAMES: Sr. Kavrisha Harper; Sr. Alyssa Snider. Allison Cox Tulia Kasie Harris Tulia Markeyla Hicks Tulia GAME: Littlefield advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Spearman one year after going 3-11 in district. Expect great things out of defensive MVP Harper and first team all-district Snider. FLOYDADA WHIRLWINDS--Coach: Mark Styles. 2010-11: 25-5/12-2. NAMES: Sr. Avery Miller. GAME: Floydada advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Dimmitt. Team must replace graduated district MVP Whitley Beedy and will call on all-district talent Miller to lead the way. TULIA HORNETS--Coach: Bric Turner (211-188). 2010-11: 18-13/6-8. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kasie Harris, 14.2 ppg., 6.9 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-4 Jr. Mattie Turner, 12.2 ppg., 3.4 rpg., 2.6 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Allison Cox, 11.7 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 1 apg.; 5-9 Sr. Tierra Richardson, 9.4 ppg., 6.1 rpg.; 5-5 Jr. Ashley Young, 5.9 ppg., 2.2 rpg. GAME: Coach Turner takes over a team that will be very athletic and capable of doing great things. This district is loaded with talented teams so the race for the three playoff spots should be incredible. Tulia must use its team speed and experience of first team all-district Harris to its advantage for a successful season. DIMMITT BOBCATS--Coach: Scott Cottenoir. 2010-11: 2412/10-4. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kelsey Schilling; 5-7 Sr. Haley Bonilla; 5-10 Sr. Brennan Lytle; 5-1 Sr. Jesslyn Smith; 5-4 Jr. Elida Bonilla. GAME: Dimmitt advanced to the regional semifinals against San Saba. Haley Bonilla knocked down first team all-district honors for a team that should again be amongst those vying for a post-season berth. MULESHOE MULES-Coach: Valton Acree (137-160). 201011: 7-23/0-14. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Dominique Mata; 5-6 Soph. Adrienne Precure; 5-9 Soph. McKenna Dunham; 5-8 Sr. Carly Krug. GAME: After missing the playoffs for only the third time in the last 12 years, the Lady Mules will look to make a return to the playoffs. The success of this year’s team will depend on how well the six returning seniors blend in with a mix of youthful talent. ABERNATHY ANTELOPES--Coach: Lee Bender. 2010-11: 1614/6-8. NAMES: Jr. Alexis Flores; Sr. Bailey Denison; Jr. Brooke Daily; Jr. Nancy Munoz; Sr. Katie Black; Jr. Taylor Royal. GAME: Abernathy graduated five seniors from its roster including all-district talent Morgan Lutrick. FRIONA CHIEFTAINS-Coach: David WoodsMichael Hurley. 2010-11: 14-16/5-9. GAME: Friona will have its hands full in this district and must replace all-district senior Regan Anthony. DISTRICT 3-2A LUBBOCK ROOSEVELT EAGLES-Coach: Ben Connell. 201011: 22-9/14-0. Tierra Richardson Tulia Bailey Rousseau Tulia Mattie Turner Tulia NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Jasmine Brainard, 21 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Kacie Whitley, 11 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-8 Jr. Janna Adkins, 6 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Carly Welch, 6 ppg., 6 apg.; 5-3 Soph. Mikeyla Welch. GAME: Roosevelt advanced to the area round against Littlefield. This team should make an even deeper run with the return of district MVP Brainard and first team all-district picks Whitley, Welch and Adkins. All five starters are back on a team that has learned from playing together for a year. Last year’s playoff berth was the team’s first in 22 years. SLATON TIGERS-Coach: Staci Denton. 2010-11: 24-9/12-2. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Collyn Heinrich, 8 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-11 Sr. Kelsey Copeland, 4 ppg., 3 rpg., 1 apg.; 5-9 Sr. Shay Felton, 7 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 apg. GAME: Slaton advanced to the area round against Floydada. A solid nucleus of players are back to build around along with some excellent underclassmen. Heinrich excelled as newcomer of the year while Felton was first team all-district and Copeland was on the all-defensive team. DENVER CITY MUSTANGS-Coach: Kody Brown. 2010-11: 16-11/10-4. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Shahala Hawkins; 5-9 Jr. Jaci Zingerman; Jr. Haylee Carter; Sr. K’Lynn Pate; Jr. Sam Espinoza. GAME: Denver City advanced to the area round against Spearman. Watch for first team all-district Hawkins, second teamer Carter and Pate and all-defensive honoree Espinoza to lead an expected return visit to the playoffs. FORSAN BUFFALOES-Coach: Robert R. Hillger. 2010-11: 9-10/6-8. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Ambra Hill; Sr. Kay’C Stanley; Sr. Megan Crane; Sr. Cheyenne Galloway; Jr. Shelby Roemer; Jr. Kayla Tilley; Soph. Brittney Hergert; Sr. Stevie Wilson. GAME: Forsan missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year but should be back in the title chase. Hill grabbed first team all-district honors while Stanley was on the alldefensive team. COLORADO CITY WOLVES--Coach: Darrin Leverton. 201011: 10-18/6-8. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Miranda Reyna; 5-8 Sr. Megan Bullard; 5-9 Sr. Lauran Meeks; 5-5 Sr. Lexi Espinoza. GAME: Reyna and Meeks were solid contributors on the second team all-district roster while Espinoza was on the all-defensive squad. Team graduated only two seniors and should see improvement from the veteran returnees. STANTON BUFFALOES-Coach: Jim Kinnear (327-240). 201011: 14-17/4-10. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Jennifer Beasley; 5-4 Sr. Tara Patterson; 5-8 Jr. Kendra Graham; 6-1 Jr. Jennifer Henley; 5-4 Sr. Selah Ramsey. GAME: Stanton has a good group of girls coming back with varsity experience. Team will need the younger players moving up from the JV to provide solid bench strength. Watch for second team all-district Ramsey and Patterson to guide the club. COAHOMA BULLDOGS-Coach: Mitzi Bell. 2010-11: 11- TexPreps Basketball | Page 109 16/4-10. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Jennifer Castilaw, 11 ppg., 9 rpg., 3 spg.; Sr. Haley Pace. GAME: Coahoma was young last year with only two seniors on the roster. Castilaw was second team all-Big Country and first team all-district after knocking down a ridiculous 76 percent of her shots from the field. Pace excelled on the other end of the floor and was named to the district all-defensive team. POST ANTELOPES-Coach: Patricia Gutierrez. 2010-11: 5-19/1-13. NAMES: Jr. Hailey Berry. GAME: The famously named Hailey Berry placed on the second team all-district roster. DISTRICT 4-2A KERMIT YELLOWJACKETS--Coach: Michael Carrasco (2732). 2010-11: 11-20/5-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kayde Bedell, 17 ppg., 6 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Dynesha Dingle, 9 ppg., 9 rpg.; 5-1 Soph. Amber Cook, 5 ppg., 2 rpg. GAME: Kermit advanced to the area round against Dimmitt. Team is still young with four starters back to defend a district title. Players have bought into the system and are willing to give their all to accomplish team goals. Bedell captured district MVP honors while Dingle was defensive MVP and Cook was newcomer of the year. CRANE GOLDEN CRANES-Coach: Randy Yelverton. 201011: 11-18/3-3. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Jessica Gonzalez, 11.8 ppg., 2.7 rpg., 2.5 apg.; 5-10 Jr. Kaylee Morgan, 9.4 ppg., 5.8 rpg. GAME: Crane advanced to bi-district against Slaton. Team should be better shooters and while they won’t be as quick, they will be better fundamentally. This is a taller and more physical squad. Gonzalez was first team all-district while Morgan was on the second team. TORNILLO COYOTES--Coach: Cody Burris. 2010-11: 1812/4-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Leslie Estrada; 5-8 Sr. Betsy Lara; 5-4 Sr. Miriam Cano; 5-7 Sr. Jazmin Dominguez; 5-4 Sr. Nubia Rodriguez; 5-7 Sr. Patty Serna. GAME: Tornillo advanced to bi-district against Denver City. Lara and Rodriguez were selected first team all-district. ALPINE FIGHTIN’ BUCKS--Coach: Jared Hester. 2010-11: 7-19/0-6. NAMES: 5-2 Soph. Felina Ramos; 5-7 Jr. Lakin Pitts; 5-7 Soph. Sydney McCallister; 5-8 Jr. Brianna Macias; 5-3 Soph. Sydney Arnold; 5-5 Jr. Madison Owen; 5-7 Soph. Keanna Valenzuela; 5-6 Soph. Helen Morrow. GAME: McCallister was the only freshman named to the district first team roster and will get help from honorable mention pick Ramos. DISTRICT 5-2A TUSCOLA JIM NED INDIANS-Coach: Jim Avery. 2010-11: 29-9/14-0. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Ellyn Avery, 8.5 ppg., 5.6 rpg., 2.7 apg., 4 spg.; Sr. Lindsey Doherty; Sr. Dyllan Brown; 5-11 Sr. Meagan O’Dell, 13.8 ppg., 3.7 rpg., 4.9 apg., 3.5 spg.; Jr. Lexi Tutt; Jr. Katelin Kimmel. GAME: Jim Ned advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Hico. Despite playing in a 10-player rotation with under 20 miutes of playing time each game, O’Dell was named first team all-Big Country. She was also district MVP and TABC and TGCA all-state. Avery was named all-Big Country sixth man and district defensive player of the year as well as TGCA all-state. First team all-district Doherty, Brown and Tutt and district newcomer of the year Kimmel were all honorable mention all-Big Country. MERKEL BADGERS-Coach: Clay Barnett. 2010-11: 28-5/12-2. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Chera Chaney, 13.5 ppg., 6.5 rpg., 3.4 spg.; Sr. Cali Booth; 6-1 Jr. Allison Szabo, 8 rpg., 4.1 bpg. GAME: Merkel advanced to bi-district against San Saba. Chaney won her second consecutive district offensive player of the year award and was also on the first team all-Big Country list. Szabo was on the second team list as well as first team all-district, while Booth was honorable mention all-Big Country and first team all-district. EASTLAND MAVERICKS-Coach: Steve Schmidt (334-172). 2010-11: 11-15/7-7. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Courtney Carlton, 7 ppg., 4.9 rpg., 3.1 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Leah Woolam, 7.1 ppg., 4.3 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Laura Carr; 5-5 Sr. Melodee Gunter. GAME: Long-time successful Argyle Coach Schmidt is the TexPreps Basketball | Page 110 new leader at Eastland. This is a team with a lot of experience and returning good height and athletic ability. The group is hungry Beth Mullins Keirstin Williams for a return to the Bangs Bangs playoffs after missing out last season. Carlton was first team all-district while Woolam was on the second team. CLYDE BULLDOGS-Coach: Chris Sumrall. 2010-11: 2310/10-4. NAMES: Sr. Carae’ Hilcher; Sr. Bethany Harris; Sr. Daegan O’Donald. GAME: Clyde advanced to bi-district against Hico and will have enough talent for another playoff run. Hilcher, Harris and O’Donald were all named honorable mention all-Big Country as well as first team all-district. CISCO LOBOES-Coach: Troy Wallace. 2010-11: 16-18/6-8. NAMES: Sr. Taylor Benson; Sr. Elle Shawver; Sr. Blayke Jessup; Sr. Donica Charles; Soph. MacKenzie Busby; Sr. Blaize Scott. GAME: Cisco missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and welcomes a new coaching staff. Jessup and Busby nabbed second team all-district recognition and will be the team leaders. BRECKENRIDGE BUCKAROOS-Coach: Ky Graham. 2010-11: 11-24/6-8. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Sara Davis; 5-11 Sr. Katie Sikes; 5-5 Sr. Brecka Moore. GAME: Breckenridge failed to make the post-season after going the previous year. Moore is a talented player who was voted second team all-district. ANSON TIGERS--Coach: David Tandy. 2010-11: 6-23/0-14. NAMES: 5-0 Sr. Tiffany Stegman; 5-8 Jr. Courtney Easterling; 5-5 Jr. Sara Hagler. GAME: Anson graduated five seniors from the roster including all-district pick Britney Guernsey HAWLEY BEARCATS--Coach: Bob Campbell. 2010-11: 3-25/1-13. NAMES: 5-1 Sr. Taylor Courtney; 5-3 Sr. Kailee Kapke; 5-6 Sr. Marti Smith; 5-4 Sr. Amanda Mulkey; 5-7 Sr. Chasity Hooper; 5-6 Jr. Kelsy Meyer. GAME: Courtney was a second team all-district honoree and will be the engine driving this attack. DISTRICT 6-2A EARLY LONGHORNS-Coach: Kristi Sandoval (15-18). 201011: 15-18/7-7. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Katie Isom, 18 ppg., 17 rpg., 6 apg., 5 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Morgan Birrell, 8 ppg., 6 rpg., 6 apg., 7 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Brianna Childs, 8 ppg., 7 rpg., 1 apg., 2 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Aubrey Horton, 12 ppg., 10 rpg., 4 apg., 2 spg.; 4-11 Sr. Charity Johnston, 8 ppg., 5 rpg., 9 apg., 7 spg. GAME: Lady Horns are very quick, big, physical and will shoot the ball well. Isom is first team Super Team and Class 2A Big Country MVP. Johnston added second team all-district honors. HICO TIGERS--Coach: Brad Stegall. 2010-11: 26-10/11-3. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Stacey Underwood, 9.4 ppg., 6.5 rpg., 1.7 bpg.; 5-6 Jr. Blake Wood, 4.7 ppg., 3.7 rpg., 3.6 apg. GAME: Hico advanced to the regional final against district rival San Saba to cap an outstanding season. Expectations are high and the team is ready to get to work to move to the next level. Underwood was first team all-district while Wood was on the second team. COMANCHE MAIDENS-Coach: Micky Baker (523-164). 2010-11: 20-11/9-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Lacie Cook; 5-10 Jr. Emily Cullen, 7 ppg., 5 rpg., 2 apg., 3 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Brook Allen, 5 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 apg., 3 spg.; 5-6 Soph. Laycie Drewes, 5 ppg., 2 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Libby Evans. GAME: The Maidens will be very young and inexperienced, but there will be lots of depth. The strength of the Maidens will be quickness, team defense and solid work habits. Cullen was district newcomer of the year while Drewes was first team all-district. BANGS DRAGONS-Coach: Rex Beck (59-36). 2010-11: 288/12-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Hillary Evans, 16 ppg., 8 rpg., 2 bpg., 3 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Danielle Denbow, 9 ppg., 9 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Keirstin Williams, 6 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg., 5 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Abby Hall; Beth Mullins; Keelee Allen, Bethany Kyle; Rikki Loman. GAME: Bangs advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Early. Evans, Denbow and Williams all earned first team all-district honors, while Evans was also TABC allregion. Lady Dragons return four starters, including first team all-district performers Evans, Denbow and Williams, and seven lettermen. Defense should lead the way again for a club that yielded only 35 points per game. Team needs to be more consistent shooters. Mullins, Allen, Kyle or Loman must step up to fill the final starting spot and to add depth. Two consecutive playoff berths have created excitement and the team will work hard to continue to add to the success. SAN SABA ARMADILLOS--Coach: Alicia Cummings. 201011: 30-9/10-5. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Karlee Cromer; 5-5 Jr. Alexa Maxcey; 5-6 Sr. Ashley Pulatie; 5-10 Jr. Kayla Kutin; 5-2 Fr. McKenna Maxcey. GAME: San Saba rolled to the state tournament and a semifinal appearance against eventual champion Brock. The Lady Dillos will be very young but will bring a strong work ethic and tradition that should once again pay dividends. COLEMAN BLUECATS-Coach: Tracy Dawson. 2010-11: 1515/3-11. GAME: Coleman should be improved and has a good shot at improving on its seventh-place finish from a year ago. DUBLIN LIONS-Coach: Jill Kendall. 2010-11: 13-15/4-10. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Mariah Reeder; Jr. Kline Jones; Sr. Lauren Duncan; Sr. Taylor Trusty; Sr. Kelci Frost. GAME: A pair of all-district performers in Kayla Beck and Kim Spivey has graduated, leaving others to fill the void. HAMILTON BULLDOGS-Coach: Matt Garrett (381-183). 2010-11: 10-17/1-13. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Lauren Brightwell; 5-5 Sr. Macy McNeely. GAME: Hamilton missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and will need to replace graduated all-district talent Meagan Massingill. DISTRICT 7-2A WALL HAWKS-Coach: Tate Lombard. 2010-11: 27-5/10-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Brittany Briley; Hanna Holik; Sr. Allison Beard. GAME: Wall advanced to the area round against Hico and welcomes Coach Lombard. Team must replace graduated all-district MVP Devon Wilde. Look for newcomer of the year Holik to grow up in a hurry while first team all-district Briley is a steadying influence. Beard pitched in with second team honors. BRADY BULLDOGS--Coach: Jerry McSherry (366-235). 2010-11: 19-13/7-3. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Kristyn Jacoby, 11.5 ppg., 3.1 rpg., 1 apg., 1.5 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Taylor Neal, 14 ppg., 8.5 rpg., 1.5 apg., 2.7 spg., 1.5 bpg.; 5-8 Jr. Martha Jones, 5.8 ppg., 4.6 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-10 Jr. Allie Kubacak, 5 ppg., 5.6 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Suzanna Ewert. GAME: Brady advanced to the area round against Bangs and in the process made the playoffs for the first time in 47 years under former coach Kristy Sweatman. Lady Bulldogs will rely heavily on first team all-district, all-West Texas Super Team and TABC all-region Neal. Team returns three starters including Neal, Jones and Kubacak. Jones and Kubacak earned second team all-district honors. Jacoby should move into the starting lineup after earning first team alldistrict honors. Defense will again be the focus while offensive production needs to increase. Team loses only two seniors. BALLINGER BEARCATS-Coach: Tim Menke. 2010-11: 1518/6-4. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Shayann Matschek; Sr. Sterling Sanders; Jr. Kirsten McCoy. GAME: Ballinger advanced to the area round against Tuscola Jim Ned. Talent returns in the presence of first team all-district Matschek while Sanders and McCoy were on the second team. SONORA BRONCOS--Coach: Rich Dozier (235-108). 201011: 19-12/3-7. NAMES: Sr. Brianah Creek; 5-8 Sr. Hunter Jennings; Soph. Naomi Dozier; Fr. Gracie Dozier. GAME: Sonora missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and welcomes successful Coach Dozier from the Hallettsville boys. Creek was selected as a second team all-district talent. SAN ANGELO GRAPE CREEK EAGLES-Coach: Derek Schoen. 2010-11: 12-14/4-6. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. MacAyla Burner; 5-8 Jr. Shayna Daniels; 5-3 Jr. Atalie Jasso; 6-0 Jr. Ashley Doss; 5-8 Sr. Chylynn Pardue. GAME: Doss is a repeat honoree on the second team alldistrict list. OZONA LIONS--Coach: Cristy Isenhower. 2010-11: 10-23/010. GAME: Ozona missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and graduated all-district pick Raelynn Arredondo. DISTRICT 8-2A BLANCO PANTHERS--Coach: Stuart Schultz. 2010-11: 177/6-2. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Lindsey Jenkins; 5-7 Sr. Micaela Klein; 5-7 Sr. Felicia Skillman; 5-8 Sr. Abbey Weaver; 5-8 Sr. Kayla Martinez; 5-5 Jr. Leslie McClinton; 5-7 Sr. Justine Cooley. GAME: Blanco advanced to bi-district against Ballinger. This should again be the toast of the district behind offensive player of the year Klein, defensive player of the year Jenkins, first team all-district Weaver and Cooley and second teamer Martinez. COMFORT BOBCATS-Coach: Tracy White. 2010-11: 8-14/4-4. NAMES: Sr. Rebecca Gaines; Sr. Ricki Jean Myers; Jr. Ciara Butler. GAME: Comfort advanced to bi-district against Brady. Gaines was superlative in a first team all-district season while Myers and Butler placed on the second team. INGRAM MOORE WARRIORS-Coach: Roy Boone (2-22). 2010-11: 2-22/1-7. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Ica Tucker, 9 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 5 spg.; 5-4 Jr. Brianna Scott, 7 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Rene Stout, 5 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-9 Soph. Sarah White, 4 ppg., 5 rpg., 3 bpg.; 4-11 Jr. Carli Bartell, 2 ppg., 3 rpg., 4 apg. GAME: With all returning starters back from a learning season, Moore looks to capitalize on great work ethic and effort this season. Three all-district players in Tucker, Scott and White are back to lead a playoff run. HARPER LONGHORNS-Coach: Royce Lumpkins (78-27). 2010-11: 18-6/8-0. NAMES: Soph. Sarah Whitten. GAME: Harper advanced to the area round against San Saba but has its work cut out in replacing graduated district MVP Jordan Maner. Whitten picked up second team all-district recognition and will be the face of the program for years ahead. JUNCTION EAGLES--Coach: Bobby Lumpkins. 2010-11: 4-15/1-7. NAMES: 5-9 Soph. Kaitlin Lumpkins; 6-0 Sr. Mary Whitworth; 5-8 Jr. Gabby Lawhon; 5-7 Jr. Tayler Wright; 5-10 Jr. Lexi Samora; 5-5 Sr. Clarisa Rios. GAME: Junction missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year but will be improved with the return of newcomer of the year Lumpkins and first team all-district Whitworth. DISTRICT 9-2A ALVORD BULLDOGS-Coach: Rob Schmucker. 2010-11: 295/11-1. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Jordan Ward, 16.8 ppg., 5.2 rpg., 4.3 apg., 4.3 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Madi Lynch, 7 ppg., 7.8 rpg., 1.1 apg., 1.8 spg.; 5-10 Soph. Marissa Schedcik, 7.1 ppg., 2.7 rpg., 1.6 apg., 2.1 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Carley King, 7 ppg., 2.9 rpg., 1.3 apg., 1.5 spg.; 5-5 Jr. Ariel Rogers, 3.7 ppg., 3.7 rpg., 1.2 spg. GAME: Alvord advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Brock. Team possesses plenty of experience, speed and quickness while challenges include mental toughness and communication. This team has the capability of advancing at least that far as district MVP Ward is back for her senior season. She is surrounded by newcomer of the year Schedcik, sixth man of the year King and first team alldistrict picks Lynch and Rogers. KRUM BOBCATS--Coach: Lana Degelia. 2010-11: 20-12/8-4. NAMES: Jr. Rachel Wallace; Sr. Lauren Hooper; Jr. Caitlyn Arnold; Jr. Allison Beck; Jr. Julia Schmaltz. GAME: Krum advanced to bi-district against Brock. Schmaltz will lead a team that will be competing for a district title after a defensive player of the year campaign. Wallace added first team all-district honors while Beck was honorable mention. PONDER LIONS--Coach: Bobby Bates (566-284). 2010-11: 32-6/11-1. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Jessica Sprabeary, 12.4 ppg., 2.8 rpg., 2.1 apg., 2.2 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Madison Stout, 8.7 ppg., 3 rpg., 1.6 apg., 1.7 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Ashley Peterson, 2.9 ppg., 1.9 rpg., 1 apg., 1 spg. GAME: Ponder advanced to the regional quarterfinals Ashley Peterson Ponder Jessica Sprabeary Ponder Madison Stout Ponder against Godley. Team returns two starters and three varsity players and will look for help from a JV team that went 174. Rebounding and defense will have to improve to have any kind of sustained success. Stout and Sprabeary return following first team all-district years. HOLLIDAY EAGLES-Coach: Keith Pierce. 2010-11: 13-16/5-7. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Morgan Jolly, 6.5 ppg.; 5-11 Jr. Morgan Lewis, 8.6 ppg., 8.4 rpg.; Jr. Kelci Bedingfield, 7.1 ppg. GAME: Coach Pierce is the new leader at Holliday. His first team will include first team all-district Lewis and honorable mention grabs Jolly and Bedingfield. NOCONA INDIANS—Coach: Steven Grigsby. 2010-11: 1019/3-9. NAMES: Sr. Rachel Stewart; Sr. Dayna Young; Sr. Alicia Walker. GAME: Nocona missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Watch for first team all-district picks Stewart and Young to lead a team that is expected to fight for a playoff berth. Help will come from honorable mention selection Walker. WICHITA FALLS CITY VIEW MUSTANGS-Coach: Lisa Craig. 2010-11: 19-15/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Diedra Barton; 5-9 Sr. Brittany Coleman; 5-7 Sr. Danielle Wallum. GAME: Coleman toted the mail in a first team all-district season and will have sidekicks in honorable mention selections Barton and Wallum. HENRIETTA BEARCATS-Coach: Kym Chapa. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). NAMES: Sr. Bobbi Page; Sr. Kayelyn Wheeler. GAME: Page and Wheeler give Henrietta hope following honorable mention all-district seasons. DISTRICT 10-2A BROCK EAGLES-Coach: Chance Westmoreland. 2010-11: 35-5/13-1. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Kamy Cole, 20.2 ppg., 6 rpg., 4 apg., 3 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Savannah Fisher, 4.2 ppg., 4 rpg., 4.3 apg.; 5-11 Jr. Amy Hennard, 12.5 ppg., 8.2 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Taylor Wallace, 5 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Kayce Gilman, 4 ppg., 3 apg. GAME: Brock blazed through the year and captured another state championship in dominating fashion with a 47-26 win over Winnsboro. The third time was a charm for Brock, which this year greets a new coaching staff led by Chance Westmoreland With three starters returning, Brock expects to again be a contender in Region 2 and beyond. All-state, all-region, district MVP and more Cole is back to lead the assault. Hennard was first team all-district while Wallace and Fisher were on the second team. GODLEY WILDCATS--Coach: Mark Chauveaux (317-93). 2010-11: 33-4/13-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Anna Perez; 5-5 Jr. Maelan Brown. GAME: Godley advanced to the regional final against district rival Brock. Expect more fireworks between these two teams this year. Look for first team all-district Perez to lead the team with plenty of help from budding second teamer Brown. JACKSBORO TIGERS--Coach: Lloyd Vedder. 2010-11: 2013/7-7. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Cheyney Lusty; 5-7 Soph. Kelsey Laake; 5-9 Jr. Laken Plaster; 5-10 Sr. Breanne Cathey; 5-8 Sr. Carly Mahoney. GAME: Mahoney enjoyed second team all-district applause and will assume the leadership mantle from graduated Allie Smith. Team will only need to replace three graduated seniors. PEASTER GREYHOUNDS--Coach: Brice Crippen. 2010-11: 4-10 (district). NAMES: Jr. Madi Keller; Sr. Shiloh Jenkins; Sr. Loren White. GAME: A young and inexperienced Peaster squad fell short of the playoffs but should be back in the mix this year. The newest up-and-coming star on this team is second team all-district and second team all-Parker County Keller. TOLAR RATTLERS-Coach: Brent Kilpatrick. 2010-11: 24-9/9-5. NAMES: Sr. Adrianna Duncan; Sr. Ashli Watson; Sr. Libby Anderson. GAME: Tolar advanced to bi-district against Ponder in its first year up in Class 2A. Team graduated a pair of first team all-district talents but welcomes back second teamer Anderson. PARADISE PANTHERS--Coach: Eddie Fortenberry (523231). 2010-11: 1-13 (district). NAMES: Soph. Makala Neighbors, Soph. Makenna Burt. GAME: Paradise will be dramatically improved thanks to the return of district newcomer of the year Neighbors and second team all-district Burt, both of whom earned their honors as freshmen. The biggest gain could be of getting Coach Fortenberry and his history of success most recently at Bridgeport. MILLSAP BULLDOGS--Coach: Jackie Jeter. 2010-11: 5-25/113. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Ashleigh Edwards; 5-8 Sr. Tiffany Brown; 5-2 Sr. Shadyie McMullen; 5-0 Sr. Rayven Jones; 5-10 Jr. Shay Douglas; 5-0 Soph. Morgan Strickland; 5-10 Sr. Stormie Howell. GAME: Edwards will be counted on as the lead engine following second team all-Parker County and first team alldistrict recognition. BOYD YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: R.L. Cranfill. 2010-11: 1510/8-6. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Chelsea Landes. GAME: A young Boyd team is in need of replacing graduated all-district performers Jessica Drake, Shelby Tidwell and Stormi McCarter. DISTRICT 11-2A GUNTER TIGERS-Coach: Bruce Keatts (278-151). 2010-11: 28-6/14-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Kaylea Johnson, 8.8 ppg., 5.3 rpg., 1.2 bpg.; 5-3 Sr. Jordan Arrington, 3.8 ppg., 2.4 rpg., 3.4 apg., 3.3 spg.; 5-7 Soph. Regan Hestand, 4.3 ppg., 2.8 rpg., 1.4 apg., 1 spg.; 5-3 Fr. Alex Jones; 5-1 Sr. Cassidy Rand, 2 ppg., 1.3 rpg., 1.7 apg., 1.2 spg. GAME: Gunter advanced to the area round against Brock. This is a very athletic team that has a lot of speed and quickness. Gunter should be strong defensively after giving up only 29.9 a game last year. All-state talents Joey Bailey and Amber Keatts must somehow be replaced after graduating. Watch for first team all-district Arrington and Johnson to pick up the pace. Rand and Hestand were honorable mention nods. HOWE BULLDOGS--Coach: Derek Lands (241-159). 201011: 17-14/8-6. NAMES: Sr. Jennifer Vincent; Jr. Katy Courtney; Jr. Bailey Southern. GAME: Howe advanced to the area round against Godley and will again be a strong district title contender. Watch for first team all-district and honorable mention all-Texomaland Vincent to come up huge along with first team alldistrict Courtney. Southern’s game kept going north in an honorable mention season. POTTSBORO CARDINALS-Coach: Brandon Baxter. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Megan Whitfield; 6-0 Sr. Baleigh Reynolds; 5-5 Sr. Makenzie Starr; 5-8 Jr. Mikael Ann Worsham; 5-7 Jr. Casey Evans; 5-5 Jr. Jennifer Atkins; 5-7 Soph. Justus Malone; 5-6 Jr. Lindsey Davis. GAME: Pottsboro only graduated two seniors and welcomes back a load of talent that should have the team squarely in the playoff hunt. Watch for second team alldistrict Evans to be a leader with help from honorable mention tab Malone. BELLS PANTHERS--Coach: Kari Branam. 2010-11: 11-19/7-7. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Macie Robinson; 5-3 Sr. Lacie Stowers; 5-6 Sr. Karlee Hall; 5-4 Soph. Emily Fagan; 5-4 Sr. Hannah Monk; 5-4 Sr. Malaney Crump. GAME: Bells advanced to bi-district against Bogata Rivercrest one year after going 1-13 in district play. Robinson enjoyed honorable mention all-Texomaland recognition for her work. Fagan was district newcomer of the year while Hall joined Robinson on the first team all-district roster. WHITEWRIGHT TIGERS--Coach: Tim Hanson. 2010-11: 6-8 (district). NAMES: Sr. Skyler Greenwood; Soph. Sydney Brummett; Jr. Cassie Neal. GAME: Greenwood was a shining star for Whitewright with honorable mention all-Texomaland and second team alldistrict honors. Support comes from honorable mention picks Brummett and Neal. CALLISBURG WILDCATS--Coach: Tori Talbert. 2010-11: 1218/4-10. TexPreps Basketball | Page 111 2A NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Kalli Byrom; 5-4 Sr. Erika Goode; 5-10 Jr. Amberly Colwell. GAME: Goode was better than that on the way to honorable mention all-Texomaland and second team all-district recognition. Colwell was also second team all-district while Byrom was honorable mention. SADLER S&S CONSOLIDATED RAMS--Coach: Ron Gathright. 2010-11: 16-14/7-7. NAMES: Sr. Kaitie Hudson; Sr. Samantha Bandemir. GAME: Consolidated must replace graduated all-district star Rachel Curry. Look for honorable mention all-district selections Hudson and Bandemir to steer the club. TOM BEAN TOMCATS--Coach: Tommy Jackson. NAMES: Sr. Amber Davis; Soph. Sara Henderson. GAME: This is Davis and Henderson’s show to run following honorable mention all-district seasons. DISTRICT 12-2A MELISSA CARDINALS-Coach: Claude Webb. 2010-11: 253/12-0. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Shelby Hill; 5-6 Sr. Claighton Bush; 5-6 Jr. Haley Helmberger; 5-7 Sr. Maddie Simmons; 5-9 Sr. Molly Clemans; 5-9 Jr. Haley Billings; 5-7 Jr. Ally Terry; 5-8 Soph. Whitney Taylor. GAME: Melissa advanced to the area round against Ponder and will call on second team all-Texomaland Hill to lead a team that re-welcomes Coach Webb. Only three seniors graduated so this should be a more experienced team despite the loss of district MVP Jacqui Nickell. Taylor was named district freshman of the year while Hill was codefensive player of the year. Add first team all-district Bush and Simmons and honorable mention Terry and Clemans and the juggernaut continues. BOGATA RIVERCREST REBELS-Coach: Sara Cantrell. 201011: 24-8/10-2. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Brittany Walesiak; 5-6 Sr. Skeet Fields; 5-6 Jr. Channen Martin; 5-8 Sr. Cailie Alford; 5-9 Sr. Lisanne Puckett; 5-6 Jr. Hope Bivins. GAME: Rivercrest advanced to the area round against Alvord. Look for Walesiak to lead another charge after a second team all-Red River Valley season. Help comes from honorable mention selection and district newcomer of the year Martin. Fields was first team all-district. PATTONVILLE PRAIRILAND PATRIOTS-Coach: Steven Weddle. 2010-11: 22-7/8-4. NAMES: Jr. Skylar Ragan, 9 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 spg.; Sr. Callie Tucker; Sr. Payton Connot; Sr. Kelsey Klingler. GAME: Prairiland advanced to bi-district against Howe, marking the school’s first back-to-back playoff appearances since 1994. Ragan was honored as all-Red River Valley newcomer of the year and first team all-district. Tucker earned first team and district co-defensive MVP honors while Connot was honorable mention. Klingler was second team alldistrict to add to the team’s firepower. CADDO MILLS FOXES-Coach: Pete Rowe. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Kortni Barnes; 5-8 Sr. Chelsea Jackson; 5-8 Jr. Hannah Hopkins; Jr. Elizabeth Rutherford. GAME: Caddo Mills missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. The team should once again be competitive behind first team all-district Hopkins, second teamers Rutherford and Barnes and honorable mention Jackson. COOPER BULLDOGS-Coach: Heather Murray. 2010-11: 1614/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Leigh Tatum; Jr. Tate Anderson; Sr. Lainey Huie; Sr. Lanie Tatum; Jr. Chaney Speight. GAME: Cooper will be forced to replace some all-Red River Valley graduated talent, but does return talented first team sensation Tatum along with second team all-district Anderson. LEONARD TIGERS--Coach: James Garner (41-48). 2010-11: 5-7 (district). NAMES: Jr. Shelby Zumwalt; Jr. Kacie McCarley. GAME: Leonard will be young this year but brings talent to the table in second team all-district stars McCarley and Zumwalt. PARIS CHISUM MUSTANGS-Coach: KaDee Stogner. GAME: Chisum will need others to step up in the wake of graduated all-district talents Shelbi Barnett and Jade Bolton. Natasch’a Gray, 7 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Hadeel Radaydeh, 6 ppg., 5 rpg.; 6-2 Jr. Abby Whitehead, 10 ppg., 10 rpg.; 5-5 Soph. Sheridan Lewis, 6 Keyuna Byers Kyera Abram Dallas Life School Teague ppg. GAME: Sunnyvale advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Grandview. Team returns three starters and seven letter winners. Experience and depth will help the Lady Raiders. This is a club that will be tough defensively and control the boards. There is good speed and Sunnyvale will look to uptempo the game. Whitehead was TGCA all-state while Gray and Crumpton were first team all-district and Lewis and Radaydeh were on the second team. DALLAS LIFE OAK CLIFF LIONS-Coach: Dustin Bates. 201011: 27-6/11-2. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Keyuna Byers; 5-6 Jr. Sheanna Torio; 6-0 Jr. Chesarae Torio; 5-10 Sr. Cadijah Watkins; 5-9 Soph. Sydney Stanmore; Fr. Chelsea Adams; Kirston Fellows. GAME: Life Oak Cliff advanced to the area round against Crawford. Chesarae Torie and Watkins suffered from knee injuries that cut their season short last year. If they’re able to remain healthy the entire season, it could be a special year for the Lady Lions. Adams will contribute immediately as could Fellows. Byers was offensive player of the year while Watkins and Sheanna Torio were first team all-district and Stanmore was district freshman of the year. Last season was the first year in the system under Coach Bates and with a year’s experience under their belts the team should be a lot more comfortable with the plan of attack. LIFE RED OAK MUSTANGS—Coach: Tim White (31-41). 2010-11: 6-24/3-9. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Emily Densmore; 5-6 Sr. Tori Hightower; 6-1 Jr. Chelsi Lacour; 5-6 Sr. Anisa Royal; Soph. Crystal Quezada; Sr. Aja Payne; Soph. Lindsey Vitale; Soph. Rosalynn Villalon; Jr. Courtney Collins; Soph. McCall Thomas; Jr. Danielle Komorn; Jr. Riley Hooten. GAME: Life Red Oak will definitely vie for a playoff berth behind first team all-district Densmore and Lacour and second teamers Hightower and Vitale. SCURRY-ROSSER WILDCATS-Coach: James Hill. 2010-11: 10-17/7-5. NAMES: Jr. Allie Sloan; Jr. Rachel Hitt; Jr. Nikki Gordon; Soph. Cassidy Mcwha. GAME: Scurry-Rosser advanced to bi-district against Buffalo and will again field a competitive squad. Watch for newcomer of the year Gordon to continue rising along with first team all-district Hitt and second teamers Mcwha and Sloan. PALMER BULLDOGS--Coach: Rusty Blankenship. 2010-11: 7-20/5-7. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Melanie Young; 5-7 Jr. Cheyenne Lewis; 5-5 Jr. Realynn Murphy; 5-8 Sr. Lauren Hernandez; 5-8 Sr. Alex Simpson; 5-5 Soph. Cici Herrera; 5-8 Jr. Kennedy Harris; 5-7 Jr. Reagan Mitchell; 5-7 Jr. Janet Lopez; 5-5 Jr. Morgan Hunt; 6-1 Sr. Delaney Wolfe; 5-7 Soph. Skyler Matteson. GAME: Palmer was incredibly young last year and graduated only one senior. Wolfe returns as a tri-offensive MVP. Lewis, Mitchell and Young were all named honorable mention all-district. IRVING NORTH HILLS PANTHERS-Coach: KB Buckner. 201011: 6-12/4-8. NAMES: Sr. Jesikah Suggs; Sr. Emma Gramm. GAME: North Hills has some good building blocks and senior leadership in first team all-district Suggs and second teamer Gramm. DALLAS PEAK PREP—Coach: Casey Ray. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Ysenia Orellana; 5-8 Jr. Megan Vargas; 5-6 Jr. Kathy Martinez; 5-7 Jr. Alejandra Saleana; 5-7 Sr. Marisa Coronado; 5-6 Jr. Lizeth Vasquez; 5-6 Jr. Mirella Martinez; 5-7 Jr. Nedelia Favela; 5-8 Sr. Kourtnee Carriere; 5-6 Jr. Christine Osorio. GAME: Peak Prep missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. DISTRICT 14-2A DISTRICT 13-2A SUNNYVALE RAIDERS—Coach: Howard York. 2010-11: 249/12-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Mali Crumpton, 6 ppg., 4 spg.; 5-10 Sr. TexPreps Basketball | Page 112 JEWETT LEON COUGARS-Coach: Pat Roberts (22-6). 201011: 22-6/12-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Allison Carrigan, 10.7 ppg., 9.1 rpg., 2.9 apg., 1.7 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Kori Charlton, 6.5 ppg., 5 rpg., 4.5 Ry’Nesha Brooks Teague Ry’Nesha Brooks Teague Madison Watson Teague apg., 3.5 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Chelby Stanford, 7.3 ppg., 6.9 rpg., 1.9 apg., 1.7 spg.; Jr. Shea McCune, 3.9 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 2.7 apg., 1 spg.; Jr. Avery Robinson, 3.1 ppg., 3.2 rpg.; Thelma Flores. GAME: Leon advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Crawford. Team will miss two starters from last year, but this group should be able to make a good run at another undefeated district title. The big three in Carrigan, Charlton and Stanford all return, while Flores, McCune and Robinson will all be key. Stanford and Charlton were first team all-district while McCune and Flores were on the second team. TEAGUE LIONS--Coach: Taylor Sims (57-36). 2010-11: 1614/5-7. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Ry’Nesha Brooks; 5-7 Sr. Madison Watson, 5.7 ppg., 4.7 rpg., 5.1 apg., 2.1 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Destiny Henderson, 8.3 ppg., 7.4 rpg., 3.8 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Kyera Abram, 12.5 ppg., 10.3 rpg., 2.2 bpg.; 5-7 Jr. Haley Guerrero, 5.6 ppg., 5.1 rpg., 2.1 apg., 3.1 spg.; 5-9 Nicosha Nelms; Sr. Haley Brown; Sr. Lakeeta Keener; Jr. Sibyl Burrell; Jr. Kali Crowhurst; Soph. Kenya Busby; Soph. Ellie Perales. GAME: With the loss of only one senior and the return of 11 lettermen, the Lady Lions of Coach Sims could possibly contend for a district title. Team will bring plenty of quickness and speed to the table with the return of district defensive player of the year Henderson. Guards Watson and Guerrero return to the starting lineup after both shooting over 30 percent from long range last season. First team all-district post Abram returns after averaging a doubledouble. Nelms should get considerable playing time after a stellar freshman year. Brooks is a huge key after missing the year with an ACL after being named first team all-district her freshman and sophomore seasons. MALAKOFF TIGERS-Coach: Emily Martinez. 2010-11: 219/8-4. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Courtney Dawson; 5-9 Sr. Molly LaRue; 5-2 Jr. Korah Crockett; 5-4 Sr. Trese Jackson; 5-11 Jr. Taye Jackson. GAME: Malakoff advanced to bi-district against Dallas Life Oak Cliff. Team returns six varsity players and with the experience and team unity gained another playoff berth is expected. Dawson, Taye Jackson and Crockett were all named honorable mention all-East Texas. BUFFALO BISONS--Coach: Jozette Jenkins. 2010-11: 2111/9-3. NAMES: Jr. Raven Lott; Sr. Kelsey Canady; Sr. Karlee Ferguson; Sr. Latisha Jackson; Sr. Lindsey McGill. GAME: Buffalo advanced to the area round against Grandview and to quoth the newcomer of the year Raven (Lott), this team’s expected return to the playoffs is “forevermore.” Help comes from first team all-district McGill and second teamers Ferguson and Canady. EUSTACE BULLDOGS--Coach: DaLinda Cassell. 2010-11: 6-20/4-8. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Katy Brigham; 5-8 Soph. Shelby Marcom; 5-6 Sr. Magean Renteria; 5-11 Jr. Bethany Strickland; 5-10 Jr. Kacie Richards; 5-5 Jr. Chelsea Oldham. GAME: Brigham and Oldham return after a second team all-district season. Team returns three starters and six lettermen. MILDRED EAGLES-Coach: Lauri Engleman. 2010-11: 1018/3-9. NAMES: Jr. Olivia Farmer; Sr. Katie Tapley; Sr. Ashley Bonner; Sr. Erica McKissack; Sr. Holly Holden. GAME: Farmer plowed out second team all-district turf while Bonner made her mark on the honorable mention team. BLOOMING GROVE LIONS-Coach: Kendra Atkinson. 201011: 6-20/1-11. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Lauren Miller; 5-7 Jr. Davshia Starling; 5-1 Jr. Amanda Johnson; 5-5 Jr. Ashley Davis; 5-11 Sr. Naomi Boyer; 5-9 Jr. Savanna Bearden; 5-10 Soph. Steely Southard; 5-8 Sr. Makayla Hill. GAME: Blooming Grove graduated a pair of first team alldistrict talents in Katie McGraw and Carly Hooser but does return second teamer Miller and honorable mention picks Starling and Southard. DISTRICT 15-2A GRANDVIEW ZEBRAS--Coach: Kevin Pope (469-299). 201011: 25-11/12-2. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Raven McGrath, 14.2 ppg.; 5-5 Sr. Lyncon Tekell, 6.3 ppg.; 5-5 Sr. Melody Mayse, 5 ppg.; 5-8 Jr. Harley Griffith, 1.4 ppg.; 5-4 Jr. Kalani Basham, 2.4 ppg.; Randi Self, 1.6 ppg.; Alexis Wheeler. GAME: Grandview advanced to the regional semifinals against Brock, the school’s deepest playoff run since 1994. Three starters return including district MVP McGrath, first team all-district Mayse and second team performer Tekell. CLIFTON CUBS-Coach: Robin Eubanks. 2010-11: 23-10/10-4. NAMES: Jr. Payton Odom; 5-4 Jr. Dakota Mayr; Jr. Paige Pulp; Jr. Reagan. GAME: Clifton is a team on a fast-forward track and should compete for a district title after advancing to the area round against Sunnyvale. Watch for defensive player of the year Mayr, first team all-district Pulp and second teamers Odom and Reagan to lead the charge. AXTELL LONGHORNS-Coach: Todd Lange (92-87). 2010-11: 19-12/6-8. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Peyton Downs, 8.8 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-2 Sr. Sierra Harriman, 6.7 ppg., 3.4 apg.; 5-2 Jr. Courtney Doyle, 6 ppg., 5 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Kenzie Kroll, 7.7 ppg., 7.6 rpg. GAME: The Lady Horns went 13-4 prior to district play and should be better equipped for league rigors this year with the return of four starters and nine lettermen. Kroll was sixth man of the year while Doyle and Harriman were second team all-district. ITALY GLADIATORS--Coach: Stacy McDonald. 2010-11: 1016/2-12. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kaitlyn Rossa; Jr. Jameka Copeland; 5-4 Sr. Kyonne Birdsong; 5-7 Sr. Megan Richards; 5-11 Sr. Jimesha Reed. GAME: Italy missed the playoffs last year after advancing the previous year. Expect this team to return to the chase led by first team all-district Rossa, second teamer Copeland and honorable mention Reed, Birdsong and Richards. WHITNEY WILDCATS--Coach: Robin Bonner. 2010-11: 1714/10-4. NAMES: 6-4 Jr. Erika Brown; Sr. Cierra Rumfield; Jr. Kelsey Leech; Soph. Jennifer Geren; Soph. Cheyenne Handy. GAME: Whitney advanced to the area round against Jewett Leon. Brown was co-newcomer of the year while Rumfield was second team all-district. RIO VISTA EAGLES--Coach: Jason Hodges. 2010-11: 1318/4-10. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Caly Linton, 14 ppg., 3.2 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Lauren Clayton, 7.8 ppg., 6.3 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Caitlyn Carey, 16 ppg., 5.3 rpg.; 5-5 Sr. Brittni Villarreal, 8.3 ppg., 3.2 rpg., 3.2 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Jordan Rotha. GAME: Lady Eagles only graduated three seniors so the team will look to contend for a playoff berth this year. Four starters and seven lettermen are back in the fold. Watch for co-newcomer of the year Carey, first team all-district Linton and second teamers Clayton and Villarreal. MAYPEARL PANTHERS--Coach: Jason Wallen (129-94). 2010-11: 16-13/9-5. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Shelbi Roberson, 3.4 ppg., 1.6 apg.; 5-7 Soph. Mackenzie Petty, 6.1 ppg.; 5-9 Jr. Brooke Martinez; 5-8 Jr. Kelly Sauceda; 5-5 Soph. Payton Fletcher. GAME: This will be a rebuilding year after Maypearl graduated seven seniors. Team will be young but very athletic. Maypearl returns one starter and four players to a roster that will not have any seniors. KEENE CHARGERS-Coach: Michelle Smiley-Connelly. 201011: 10-20/3-11. NAMES: Soph. Jenna Bulles; Sr. Meria Kilo. GAMES: Keene is another program excited about its future. Watch for freshman of the year Bulles to lead the way. DISTRICT 16-2A CRAWFORD PIRATES-Coach: Brandon Ely. 2010-11: 228/12-2. NAMES: Soph. Ann-Marie Dunlap; Sr. Kati Westerfield; Soph. Jordan Villa; 5-8 Sr. Kirsten Goodwin, 16.5 ppg.; Soph. Ellen Whitney. GAME: Crawford advanced to the regional semifinals against Godley and expects at least the same with the return of district MVP Goodwin. Support help is supplied by first team all-district Westerfield, second teamer Dunlap and honorable mention picks Whitney and Villa. MCGREGOR BULLDOGS-Coach: Kimberly Johnson (97-34). 2010-11: 18-9/10-4. NAMES: Jr. Hailey Reineke; Jr. Kayleigh Ripley; Sr. Danielle Brisby. GAME: McGregor advanced to bi-district against Clifton. Brisby joined Ripley as both had believe-it-or-not first team all-district seasons. Reineke placed on the honorable mention list. MARLIN BULLDOGS-Coach: Benny Huitt. 2010-11: 17-9/8-6. NAMES: Sr. DeShundria Davis; Jr. Tekerria Gude; Sr. Tyneshia Lewis; Sr. Jasmine Hayes. GAME: Marlin missed the playoffs after reaching the regional semifinals the previous year. The team expects that disappointment to fade this year with the return of first team all-district Davis, second teamer Gude and honorable mention Lewis and Hayes. BRUCEVILLE-EDDY EAGLES-Coach: Amanda Stone. 201011: 18-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Whitney Doyen; Soph. Shelby Friudenberg; Sr. Maggie Hawkins; Jr. Stormi Call. GAME: Friudenberg burst on the scene and was named newcomer of the year. This talented team also returns first team all-district Doyen and second teamer Call, who answered every game. FRANKLIN LIONS-Coach: John Shelton. 2010-11: 20-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Kayla Casey; 5-4 Sr. Kalyn Paceley; Soph. Carrie Casey; Sr. Kayln Jones; Soph. Maddie Nelson; Soph. Kadie McCullough; Soph. Ambrey DeLeon. GAME: Franklin advanced to bi-district against Whitney and welcomes a new coaching staff. Carrie Casey was named sixth man of the year wile Paceley was first team all-district and Kayla Casey was honorable mention. HEARNE EAGLES--Coach: Shawndrika Courtney. 2010-11: 6-8 (district). NAMES: Soph. Tenoria Edwards; Sr. JaKourtney Webber; 5-9 Jr. Re’Jana Ellison. GAME: Ellison is back following a defensive MVP season and is joined by honorable mention all-district selections Edwards and Webber. TROY TROJANS-Coach: Kurt Salisbury. 2010-11: 1-13 (district). NAMES: 5-11 Soph. Kailey Cavanaugh, 6.3 ppg., 5.7 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Ashley Payne, 8.2 ppg., 4.3 rpg.; 5-9 Soph. Shailynn Massie, 4.1 ppg., 5.1 rpg. GAME: Troy was very young last year in starting three freshmen. Team lost only one player to graduation and looks to improve this year behind honorable mention alldistrict Payne. ROSEBUD-LOTT COUGARS--Coach: Matthew Sebek. 201011: 6-23/1-13. NAMES: Sr. Zerlentria Truesdale; 4-11 Soph. Shelby Portillo; Sr. Liz Pente; Jr. Alyssa Reyes; Soph. De-ja Jones; Soph. Lexis Jones; Jr. Julie Hrabal. GAME: First order of business for Rosebud-Lott is replacing graduated all-district talent Stephanie Greger. DISTRICT 17-2A NEW BOSTON LIONS-Coach: Leean Pitchford. 2010-11: 1416/10-4. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Keara Williams; 5-7 Sr. Savannah Gooden; 5-10 Sr. Kayla Pardue; 5-5 Sr. Whitney Copeland; 5-6 Jr. Natalie Copeland; 5-7 Sr. McKenzie Woodridge; 5-7 Sr. Hayley Patton. GAME: New Boston advanced to bi-district against Quitman, a monster turnaround from a one-win season the year before. This should again be not only a playoff team but one of the league’s best in returning first team alldistrict Gooden and Williams along with second teamers Pardue and Whitney Copeland and honorable mention Natalie Copeland. LINDEN-KILDARE TIGERS--Coach: Shekita Martin. 2010-11: 16-11/10-4. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Logan Smoak; 6-0 Sr. Jessica Spelling, 16.8 ppg., 12 rpg., 1.6 bpg.; 5-0 Sr. J’Quala Love. GAME: Linden-Kildare advanced to bi-district against Edgewood. Team returns three starters and should be making another run for the playoffs. Spelling was named honorable mention all-East Texas and district defensive MVP. Help comes from second team all-district Love and honorable mention Smoak. REDWATER DRAGONS-Coach: Greg Frachiseur. 2010-11: 11-15/5-9. NAMES: 6-3 Sr. Victoria Brooks; 5-7 Sr. Crystal Rose; 6-0 Sr. Lindsey Long; Jr. Whitney Willis; Soph. Courtney Pedron. GAME: Redwater will be one of the clubs in the playoff chase this year with exceptional talent back on board led by first team all-district Brooks and Long. Rose, Willis and Suan Agesen Edgewood Micaela Brown Edgewood Allie Orrick Edgewood Pedron added honorable mention credits. DE KALB BEARS-Coach: Brandon Easterly. 2010-11: 21-11/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Soph. Cearra Cheathem; 5-11 Sr. Taney Woods; 5-7 Sr. Kamila Hicks; 5-6 Soph. Krissy Williams. GAME: De Kalb advanced to the regional Chandler Short Edgewood quarterfinals against Daingerfield but must replace graduated district MVP Passion Cheatham. Fortunately another Cheathem is present in newcomer of the year Cearra. Williams added first team all-district honors as a freshman while Woods was second team and Hicks was honorable mention. MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL HILL RED DEVILS-Coach: Deanne Dial. 2010-11: 13-17/8-6. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Jacey Moody; 5-5 Sr. Laura Crooks; 5-5 Soph. Hanna Lee; 4-11 Sr. Janet Nieto; 5-10 Jr. Kensey Brown; 5-2 Soph. Haley Bradley; 5-1 Jr. Nikki Edwards; 5-9 Jr. MacKinzie Bishop; 5-9 Soph. Jordyn Whitney; 5-7 Soph. McCall Giddens; 5-7 Jr. Shelby Niblett. GAME: Chapel Hill missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year but should be back in the chase since no seniors graduated. Watch for first team all-district Moody and Crooks along with second teamer Brown and honorable mention Bishop to lead the way. OMAHA PEWITT BRAHMAS-Coach: Melody Herron. 201011: 4-10 (district). NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Lakeithia Malone; 5-6 Soph. Haley Anderson; Sr. Emily Strole; Soph. Samantha Parrish; Soph. Divana Williams; Soph. Taylor Edwards; Soph. Morgan Hartgrove; Jr. Nesean Roberson. GAME: Pewitt will battle hard every night with weapons including first team all-district Strole and honorable mention Roberson and Williams. QUEEN CITY BULLDOGS-Coach: Stacy Holland. 2010-11: 9-19/5-9. NAMES: Soph. Kelsie Benson. GAME: Queen City took a big hit on graduation to some key players and will turn to honorable mention all-district Benson to lead. HOOKS HORNETS-Coach: Dan Baird. 2010-11: 1-13 (district). NAMES: Sr. Carlen Kessell; Sr. Medley Hinman; Soph. Kaylyn Roberts; Soph. Keambra Roberts. GAME: Hooks missed the dance after going the previous year. Watch for second team all-district Kessell and honorable mention selections Hinman, Kaylyn and Keambra Roberts to be the team’s go-to players. DISTRICT 18-2A WINNSBORO RED RAIDERS-Coach: Chris Lewis. 2010-11: 33-7/14-0. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Brea Draper, 19.3 ppg., 7.6 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Hayley Cox; 5-8 Sr. Holly Stone; 5-6 Jr. Hannah Powell; 5-7 Jr. Mackenzie Swanner; 5-5 Soph. Danie Mabry; 6-0 Sr. Robyn Davis; 5-6 Jr. Hannah Pinnell; Jr. Chelsea Harris. GAME: Winnsoboro sent long-time and retiring coach Buddy Hawkins out in style after once again making a trip to Austin and the state championship game against Brock. Plenty of talent returns as always for this program, including first team all-East Texas Draper and honorable mention all-East Texas Cox. Draper was also district co-MVP while Harris was newcomer of the year. EDGEWOOD BULLDOGS-Coach: Kyle Short. 2010-11: 259/12-2. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Susan Agesen, 15.9 ppg., 8 rpg.; 5-9 Sr. Chandler Short; 5-9 Jr. Micaela Brown, 11.3 ppg., 2.9 spg.; 5-5 Sr. Allie Orrick, 5.1 ppg., 2.3 apg.; 5-9 Sr. S’Andra Govan, 8.6 ppg. GAME: Edgewood advanced to the area round against Daingerfield. Four starters return in addition to Short from an injury. Team looks for depth from four other lettermen and underclassmen. Agesen was TABC all-region and TGCA all-state, while Brown, Orrick and Govan were all first team TexPreps Basketball | Page 113 2A vancing to the regional semifinals. DISTRICT 21-2A Alyssa Busby Lone Oak Miranda Garlington Lone Oak Alyson Hicks Lone Oak all-district. Short was district offensive player of the year as a sophomore before the injury. QUITMAN BULLDOGS-Coach: Shane Webber. NAMES: Sr. Danielle Sanders. GAME: Quitman advanced to the area round for the second consecutive year, this time against Tatum. LONE OAK BUFFALOES-Coach: Jessica Douglas (135-88). 2010-11: 11-19/3-11. NAMES: 6-1 Sr. Alyson Hicks, 4.7 ppg., 7.5 rpg., 1.3 bpg.; 5-6 Sr. Miranda Garlington, 5.5 ppg., 2.1 rpg., 1.8 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Courtney McCoy, 6.5 ppg., 2.1 rpg., 1.2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-6 Soph. Alyssa Busby, 6.1 ppg., 1.7 rpg., 2.1 apg., 1.6 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Breigh Renner, 4.8 ppg., 2.3 rpg., 1.4 apg., 2.2 spg.; Annie Brumit; Kinsey Patton. GAME: This will be a more experienced club with the loss of only one player to graduation. Lone Oak’s strengths include quickness and work ethic. This is a young team with good varsity experience and gets help from a 10-3 districtfinishing JV squad. Depth could be an issue and team must limit turnovers. Plenty of players are decorated as McCoy and Hicks were first team all-district while Garlington, Renner and Busby placed on the second team and Brumit and Patton were honorable mention. MINEOLA YELLOWJACKETS-Coach: John VanDover. 201011: 9-21/3-11. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Alysa Galaz, 8.4 ppg; 5-7 Sr. Courtney Hudgins; 5-7 Jr. Marisa Ledkins, 7.5 ppg.; 5-11 Jr. Madelyn Wood. GAME: Lady Jackets went 6-4 with Hudgins in the lineup before she had surgery. If everyone returns and stays healthy, Mineola should have a good chance to finally break into the playoffs. Top two scorers in Galaz and Ledkins return. Hudgins is the third returning starter, as well as four key subs including Wood, who should move into a starting spot. Some key JV players and a solid freshman class add to the excitement. ALBA-GOLDEN PANTHERS-Coach: Kory Henry. 2010-11: 10-20/2-12. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Emma Stanford; 5-7 Soph. Madison Henry; 5-6 Jr. Michaela Moffett; 5-6 Sr. Tamara Price; 5-3 Soph. Corlie Lennon; 5-8 Jr. Hannah Gaskill. GAME: Alba-Golden could be in the playoff chase after graduating only four seniors from the roster. COMO-PICKTON EAGLES-Coach: Linda Rankin. NAMES: Sr. Marbelis Rasgado; Sr. Megan McCoy; Sr. Diana Ramirez; Sr. Kadi Baxter; Jr. Nerly Ramirez. GAME: Como-Pickton has had its share of struggles recently but returns a number of upperclassmen with steady game experience. GRAND SALINE INDIANS-Coach: Ron Shaw. 2010-11: 1913/8-6. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Kayla Keahey; 5-8 Jr. Emily Cantrell; 6-0 Jr. Briana Hazel; 5-2 Jr. Kaitlyn Evans; 5-9 Soph. Kelsie Monty; 6-0 Soph. Tori Little; 5-7 Sr. Daisy Tovar. GAME: Grand Saline had an impressive five-game district record turnaround but must now replace graduated offensive player of the year Amanda Rucker. DISTRICT 19-2A DAINGERFIELD TIGERS-Coach: John Rush. 2010-11: 296/11-1. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Maria Leaks, 18.5 ppg., 11.8 rpg., 3 apg., 2.4 bpg., 4.7 spg.; 5-11 Sr. Mariah Coleman, 12.2 ppg., 10 rpg., 2 bpg., 2.1 spg.; 5-4 Soph. Takara Thomas; 5-5 Sr. Trenesha Johnson; 5-6 Jr. Khadijah Anderson; 5-3 Soph. Ca’pashun Smith; 5-8 Soph. Deandra Hansen. GAME: Daingerfield advanced to the regional final against Winnsboro and will be just as strong if not stronger this year. Leaks was district co-MVP and put up some wild numbers on the way to first team all-East Texas and TABC allregion. There is even more talent with third team all-East Texas and first team all-district Coleman along with honorable mention Thomas. WHITE OAK ROUGHNECKS-Coach: Desiree Boyett. 201011: 23-9/10-2. TexPreps Basketball | Page 114 NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kristin Koonce. GAME: White Oak advanced to the area round against Winnsboro. This program should again be among the district favorites thanks in part to the return of honorable mention all-East Texas and first team all-district Koonce. DIANA NEW DIANA EAGLES-Coach: Casey Schubert. 201011: 18-12/7-5. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Kimmy Hendricks; 5-6 Sr. Sara Smith; 5-9 Sr. Shelby Francis; 6-0 Sr. Katie Hjorth; 5-5 Jr. Keona Brooks; 5-4 Sr. Dawn Abbas; 5-5 Sr. Rachyl Griffin; 5-5 Jr. Haley Turman.; 5-10 Sr. Montana Harrison. GAME: New Diana advanced to bi-district against Jefferson and returns honorable mention all-East Texas and district offensive MVP Hendricks. Team graduated only two seniors and also welcomes back district newcomer of the year Harrison and second team all-district picks Smith and Abbas. Turman, Hjorth and Brooks were all honorable mention selections. GLADEWATER UNION GROVE LIONS-Coach: Tommy Aldridge. 2010-11: 12-8/7-5. NAMES: 5-9 Jr. Carson Woodruff; 5-3 Soph. Lakyn Stanley; 5-3 Sr. Laura Mumford; 5-5 Jr. Malorie Attaway; 5-7 Soph. Jessica Sobey; 5-4 Sr. Megan Webb; 5-7 Jr. Becca Schnarr. GAME: Mumford and Attaway got attaboys after picking up honorable mention all-East Texas recognition. BIG SANDY HARMONY EAGLES-Coach: Sherri Seahorn. 201011: 3-11 (district). NAMES: Jr. Keirsten Seahorn; Jr. Kaley O’Connor; Jr. Amy Allen; Jr. Bailey Rhodes. GAME: First team all-district Seahorn and Rhodes enjoyed honorable mention all-East Texas recognition. HUGHES SPRINGS MUSTANGS-Coach: Robert Klaus. 201011: 12-14/5-7. NAMES: 6-2 Jr. Sha Sha Ransom. GAME: Hughes Springs missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year and graduated district co-MVP Shelby Shelton. ORE CITY REBELS-Coach: Danny Beekman. 2010-11: 8-20/012. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Brandi Webb; 5-1 Jr. Chan Crockett; 5-8 Jr. Bridget Moody; 5-9 Jr. Courtney Bingham; 5-6 Sr. Deidra Burns; 5-5 Soph. Tyra Tatum; 5-7 Jr. Kara Potter; 5-6 Jr. Jalisa Beard; 4-9 Soph. Markeisha Jones. GAME: Moody returns as the leader for Ore City following honorable mention all-East Texas recognition. Help comes from honorable mention all-district Crockett and Moody. FRANKSTON MAIDENS--Coach: Christi Coker. 2010-11: 24-7. NAMES: Sr. Sarah Bullard, 10.5 ppg., 7.3 apg., 5.2 spg.; Sr. Rachel Brumley, 8 ppg.; Sr. Ashton McDonald, 5.7 ppg., 5.5 rpg., 2.3 apg.; Sr. Cassidee Bruton, 6.3 ppg. GAME: Frankston advanced to the area round against Center. Expect honorable mention all-East Texas and district co-MVP Bullard to shine in her senior season. Brumley, McDonald and Bruton were second team all-Dogwood Circle selections. McDonald was first team all-district while Brumley and Bruton were also second team all-district. GLADEWATER SABINE CARDINALS-Coach: Keith Taylor (12287). 2010-11: 26-7/10-2. NAMES: Sr. Mallory Ford; Jr. Sierra Wiseman; Jr. Kylie Baker; Sr. Monique Cunningham. GAME: Sabine advanced to bi-district against Woodville. Keith Taylor takes over the program after coaching the Longview Spring Hill boys and welcomes back first team all-district Baker and second team Ford and Wiseman. ARP TIGERS--Coach: Chris Stewart (59-41). 2010-11: 14-12/57. NAMES: Sr. Latrice Greenhouse; Sr. Lacey Smith; Sr. Chelsea Johnson; Soph. Jamesia Young; Soph. Tionna Whitaker; Sr. Lauren Littlefield; Sr. Taylor Burnett. GAME: Arp graduated three seniors and should be equipped for some of its youngsters to step up into more pronounced roles this year. Watch for honorable mention all-district Johnson, Littlefield and Young to lead. TROUP TIGERS--Coach: Tony Harris. 2010-11: 17-13. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Keraveon Rodgers. GAME: Troup advanced to bi-district against Nacogdoches Central Heights and will call on honorable mention all-district Rodgers to guide the way. NEW LONDON WEST RUSK RAIDERS--Coach: Brian Davenport. 2010-11: 13-18/3-9. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Malorie Herron; 5-8 Jr. Hannah Waller; 5-5 Sr. Aubrey Okray; 5-6 Sr. Taylor Thomas; 5-10 Sr. Brooke Sanders; 5-2 Soph. Bailee Stanley; 5-7 Soph. Samantha Thomas; 5-8 Soph. Sarah Buckner; 5-8 Sr. Ashanti Thompson. GAME: Okray racked up honorable mention all-East Texas and first team all-district recognition for a team that graduated only one senior from the roster. Buckner was also on the first team while Herron and Taylor Thomas were named second team all-district. ELKHART ELKS--Coach: Glen Lowery. NAMES: Sr. Tracey Clewis. GAME: Clewis was named first team all-district. WINONA WILDCATS-Coach: Shelly Kay. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Chantel Laningham; 5-7 Sr. Kaci Fielder. GAME: Winona has some senior leadership to bank on in an effort to move up the district ladder. DISTRICT 20-2A DISTRICT 22-2A JEFFERSON BULLDOGS-Coach: Natalie Thomas. 2010-11: 225/8-2. GAME: Jefferson advanced to the area round against DeKalb and looms as this year’s district heavyweight. TATUM EAGLES-Coach: Patricia Nelson. 2010-11: 28-4/10-0. NAMES: Soph. Kaylah Starling. GAME: Tatum advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Winnsboro and will once again be in the fight for a district title. ELYSIAN FIELDS YELLOWJACKETS--Coach: Carl Reed (325102). 2010-11: 17-13/4-6. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Kaylee Prather, 11.2 ppg., 8 rpg., 6 spg.; 5-9 Jr. Chesney Spears, 8 ppg., 11 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Kylee Parker, 7 ppg., 7 rpg.; 5-9 Jr. Janice Strange, 11 ppg., 10 rpg. GAME: All starters return and team should have a solid chance to make the playoffs. Prather and Strange were first team all-district while Spears and Parker were on the second team. HARLETON WILDCATS-Coach: Justin Kniffen. NAMES: Sr. Morgan Jones. GAME: Harleton advanced to bi-district against White Oak and will again be amongst the clubs in the playoff mix. JOAQUIN RAMS-Coach: Melissa Coop. GAME: Joaquin had a difficult move up from Class A play and will likely again have its struggles. WASKOM WILDCATS-Coach: John Edwards. NAMES: Sr. Carrie Dean; Jr. Monique Hadley. GAME: Waskom failed to make the playoffs one year after ad- NACOGDOCHES CENTRAL HEIGHTS BLUE DEVILS-Coach: Ashley Brown. 2010-11: 24-7. NAMES: Jr. Brittany Johnson; Jr. Savannah Martin; Sr. Kendall McCollum; Jr. Chandler McCarty; Jr. Kate Rice; Jr. Brittany Crawford; Sr. Haden Hiebert; Sr. Amy Draper. GAME: Central Heights advanced to the area round against Crockett and only graduated three seniors. Watch for a talented team featuring newcomer of the year Hiebert, co-defensive MVP Johnson, first team all-district McCollum, second teamer Rice and honorable mention Martin. SAN AUGUSTINE WOLVES-Coach: Barry Ford. 2010-11: 1611/6-6. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Ti’ler Barnes; 5-7 Sr. J’Stashia Bell; 5-9 Sr. Shannon Dupree; 5-8 Soph. Vantaysha Lister; 5-9 Jr. Z’Koyia Christopher. GAME: San Augustine fully expects to compete for a district title this year and returns first team all-district Barnes to lead the attack. WODEN EAGLES--Coach: Paul Driver. 2010-11: 29-5/12-0. NAMES: Sr. Leslie Holliman. GAME: Woden advanced to the regional semifinals against Winnsboro but must replace graduated district MVP Destavia Davis and numerous other all-district players. Watch for second team all-district Holliman to emerge as a leader for the club. WOODVILLE EAGLES--Coach: Troy Carrell. 2010-11: 19-13. NAMES: Sr. Destiny Gill; Sr. Demia Barlow; Sr. Erica Williams. GAME: Woodville advanced to the area round against Hardin for the second consecutive season. This perennially Courtney McCoy Lone Oak Kinsey Patton Lone Oak Breigh Renner Lone Oak strong team will battle behind first team all-district Gill and Barlow and second teamer Williams. HEMPHILL HORNETS-Coach: Rosie Miller-Mays. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Baileye Butler; 5-6 Jr. BreAndria Blake; 5-11 Jr. Lacey Johns; 5-11 Jr. DeMeaka Hoyle. GAME: Hemphill missed the playoffs one year after reaching the regional quarterfinals. Team expects a turnaround and will call on first team all-district Butler and second teamer Blake. This is still a young team as both honorees got their recognition as sophomores. NEWTON EAGLES--Coach: Lyndzay Longacre. NAMES: 5-2 Soph. Emily Adams; 5-5 Jr. Victoria Shelton; 5-8 Jr. Adrieunna Seastrunk; 5-7 Sr. Cortnie Roberts; 5-4 Jr. Ronisha Elam; 5-5 Jr. Ta’shala Holloway; 5-10 Jr. Hope Staley; 5-7 Sr. Sarah Tyler; 5-7 Soph. Destiny Mansfield. GAME: Newton fielded a young team that graduated only two seniors, but one of those was first team all-district performer Tierra Bryant. CORRIGAN-CAMDEN BULLDOGS-Coach: Sheila Stephens. NAMES: Sr. Kelly Gibson. GAME: Gibson returns to the team following a second team all-district campaign. DISTRICT 23-2A CROCKETT BULLDOGS-Coach: Gary Watkins. 2010-11: 361/12-0. NAMES: Sr. Kiarah Riley; Sr. Brittany Ross; Jr. Megan Davis; Sr. Az’Ha Aldred; Sr. Shanell Parker. GAME: Crockett advanced to the regional semifinals against Daingerfield in a year that saw the team blaze unbeaten through the season until reaching the one defeat. The team plans to continue its winning ways behind newcomer of the year Aldred, first team all-district Riley, second team talent Davis and honorable mention Parker and Ross. CENTERVILLE TIGERS--Coach: James Crafton. 2010-11: 2310/8-4. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Kayla Brewer; 5-6 Jr. Megan Harris; 5-9 Sr. Fallon Parnell; 5-11 Jr. Candace West; Sr. Callie Padgett; Madison Taylor; Kara Jo Harris. GAME: Centerville advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Crockett, ending a 23-year drought from the playoffs. Out of the Lady Tigers 10 defeats on the season eight were to state-ranked teams while the other other two were to higher classifications. Centerville returns seven lettermen including district defensive MVP Padgett, second team all-Brazos Brewer, first team all-district West and second team all-district stars Parnell and Megan Harris. Players to watch include Taylor and Kara Jo Harris. NEW WAVERLY BULLDOGS-Coach: Eldridge McAdams (121-29). 2010-11: 23-8/10-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Myeisha Williams, 14 ppg.; 5-6 Jr. MeKayla McBride; Sr. KaylaWilliams; Sr. Whitney McCullough; Sr. Alex Abbott. GAME: New Waverly advanced to the area round against Woden. Coach McAdams has built a program that competes annually and this year will be no different. Top performers include first team all-district Williams, second team talent McBride and McCullough and honorable mention recipient Abbott. ANDERSON-SHIRO OWLS-Coach: Eric Davis. 2010-11: 7-22/3-9. NAMES: 5-4 Soph. Kelsey Coronado; 5-6 Jr. Exzania Griffin; 5-10 Jr. Karlie Young; 5-4 Jr. Shay Davis; Soph. Ashton Washington; 5-4 Soph. Alea Carrell; 5-6 Soph. Shelby Norwood; 5-4 Sr. Jacie Countryman; 5-7 Jr. Marisa Cooper; 5-7 Jr. Valerie Ballew; 5-5 Soph. Candice Walkoviak; 5-7 Jr. Janie Ballew. GAME: Young tops this team’s list after a first team alldistrict campaign, and is backed honorable mention alldistrict Coronado. Look for this team to be much improved with experience as only one senior graduated off the roster. GROVETON INDIANS-Coach: Terry Short (68-28). 2010-11: 12-13/6-6. NAMES: 4-8 Jr. Lezlea Howell; 5-0 Jr. Benita Jones; 5-3 Jr. Kalie Land; 5-4 Soph. Cierrah Leonard; 5-10 Sr. Lacey Driskell; 5-0 Soph. Taylor Washington; 5-9 Sr. Marissa Hill. GAME: Groveton should be hovering amongst the playoff teams behind second team all-district Howell. TRINITY TIGERS-Coach: Adrianna Bendick. 2010-11: 4-26/3-9. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Carli Dunaway; 5-7 Jr. Tashonia Woods; 5-6 Jr. Jessica Gonzales; 5-7 Sr. Destany Yeager; 5-6 Jr. Shelbi Riddle; 6-1 Soph. Takrista Bigham. GAME: Trinity missed the playoffs after reaching the regional semifinals the previous year. Expect second team all-district Woods and honorable mention Gonzales and Yeager to lead this team back. ONALASKA WILDCATS-Coach: Kendall Todd. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). GAME: This will not be an easy season for Onalaska, which must replace graduated first team all-district talent Brittany Cook. DISTRICT 24-2A HARDIN HORNETS--Coach: Danny Balch. NAMES: Sr. Mya Williams; Jr. Ebony Hamilton; Sr. Shanice Williams; Jr. Brittany Thompson; Sr. Kaylin Harrell; Jr. Katelyn Barker; Sr. Stephanie Barker. GAME: Hardin advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Woden. This is a team with a solid future behind district co-MVP talents Mya Williams and Stephanie Barker. Shanice Williams was first team all-district while Thompson was on the second team. WINNIE EAST CHAMBERS BUCCANEERS--Coach: Shera Starnes. 2010-11: 18-11/11-1. NAMES: Sr. Jasmine Carrington; Sr. Madalyn Bertrand; Sr. Nicole Honea; Jr. Alex Extejt; Jr. Konnor George; Sr. Mallory Franzen; Sr. Ali Way; Jr. Mattie East; Soph. Roslyn Bronson. GAME: East Chambers advanced to bi-district against Centerville. Team expects even more success behind Super Gold honorable mention talent and district defensive MVP Carrington. Way and Bertrand were named to the second team roster. BUNA COUGARS--Coach: Holli Farias. NAMES: Sr. Nicole Casper; Sr. Raylie Richardson; Sr. Carley Coleman. GAME: Buna advanced to bi-district against New Waverly and will again be in the playoff chase with first team alldistrict stars Casper and Richardson and second teamer Coleman. KOUNTZE LIONS-Coach: Jessica Lemoine. NAMES: Sr. Devan Mayer. GAME: Mayer was sensational in a first team all-district year and will lead Kountze. DEWEYVILLE PIRATES-Coach: Josh Mitchell. NAMES: Jr. Erica Bass; Sr. Marley Moss; Sr. Amber Stanley. GAME: Deweyville has a legitimate shot at a playoff berth behind tri-newcomer of the year Bass, first team all-district Moss and second teamer Stanley. ANAHUAC PANTHERS-Coach: Calvin Nichols. 2010-11: 7-16/1-11. NAMES: Jr. Marissa Mayes; Sr. Reagan Stump; Sr. Jackie Davis; Sr. Jenelle Williams; Jr. Ashley DeLoach; Sr. Tori Artis. GAME: Anahuac graduated only two seniors and welcomes back tri-newcomer of the year Mayes. WARREN WARRIORS-Coach: Amber Smith. NAMES: Jr. Brenna Johnson. GAME: Johnson is back to lead Warren after being named tri-newcomer of the year. DISTRICT 25-2A DANBURY PANTHERS-Coach: Dianna Jones. 2010-11: 2014. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Shelby Scott; 6-0 Sr. Rachel Kelm; 6-0 Jr. Madison Quick; 5-11 Sr. Meagan Harvey; 6-1 Jr. Lillie Box; 5-8 Jr. Abbie Box; 5-4 Sr. Brittany Brooks. GAME: Danbury advanced to the area round against Cameron Yoe. Brooks was selected all-Southern Brazoria County sixth man of the year as well as district defensie MVP. Scott, Kelm and Lillie Box added first team all-district honors while Harvey was on the second team and Abbie Box was honorable mention. HOUSTON YES PREP SOUTHWEST MAVERICKS—Coach: Eric Estelle. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Erica LaSaint; 5-8 Sr. Devann Shelby; 5-11 Sr. Micaela Green; 5-7 Sr. Keyaira Block; 5-3 Soph. LaShawn Coleman; 5-6 Soph. Miranda Ganter; 5-3 Soph. Hannah Oyedeji; 5-4 Soph. Ngozi Nwajiaku; 5-4 Soph. Amara Okpalo; 5-4 Soph. Cynthia Sofowara; 5-2 Jr. Taylor Harris. GAME: YES Prep Southwest advanced to bi-district against Edna. District MVP Shelby returns for a club looking for a deeper playoff run. Coleman added first team all-district honors. HOUSTON YES COLLEGE PREP SOUTHEAST WIZARDSCoach: Jonathan Underwood. 2010-11: 9-19/8-5. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Alexandra Herrera; 5-7 Sr. Magdaly Herrera; 5-4 Jr. Stephanie Salazar; 5-7 Sr. Patricia Villanueva; 5-2 Soph. Alyssa Deluna; 5-2 Soph. Alondra Hernandez; 5-6 Soph. Florencia Rangel; 5-3 Soph. Adrianna Castillo; 5-2 Sr. Elissa Beaudoin Industrial Ma Kayla Lenamon Industrial Julia Stastny Industrial Michelle Rios; 5-7 Sr. Bianca Bara. GAME: Southeast advanced to bi-district against Van Vleck and only graduated two seniors. Rangel was co-offensive MVP while Hernandez was newcomer of the year. Villanueva added first team all-district honors while Salazar, Castillo and Magdaly Herrera were on the second team. HITCHCOCK BULLDOGS-Coach: Kristie Bradford. NAMES: Jr. Aaliyah Lowe. GAME: Lowe was a high point for Hitchcock with a first team all-district selection but the Lady Bulldogs failed to make the playoffs one year after a 10-0 district record. HOUSTON YES PREP NORTH CENTRAL TRAILBLAZERS— Coach: John Ramirez. NAMES: Sr. Anayeli Marcos. GAME: North Central missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and will look to second team all-district Marcos for success this year. HOUSTON YES PREP EAST END EXPLORERS—Coach: Elise Gilbert. GAME: East End hopes the compass is pointing north in the district standings this year. HOUSTON HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY TIGERS GAME: Harmony Science is a team that has struggled but will seek to improve this year. KATY NELMS CHARTER EAGLES—Coach: Larry Basham. GAME: Nelms Charter will need full team buy-in in order to improve. DISTRICT 26-2A EDNA COWGIRLS--Coach: Brett Nidey. 2010-11: 17-14/7-3. NAMES: 5-3 Jr. Shayna Palacios; 5-0 Jr. Caroline Arellano; 5-6 Jr. Allison Kotlar; 6-0 Soph. Madison Kucera. GAME: Edna advanced to the area round against Schulenburg. Cowgirls only graduated two players and return six, including four young starters. District newcomer of the year Kucera and Palacios were Victoria Advocate all-area honorable mention picks. VANDERBILT INDUSTRIAL COBRAS-Coach: Brandon Karl (105-36). 2010-11: 24-7/9-1. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Elissa Beaudoin, 16 ppg., 17 rpg.; 5-8 Sr. Julia Stastny; Jr. Ma Kayla Lenamon. GAME: Industrial advanced to the area round against Hempstead and is paced by Victoria Advocate all-area first team and district offensive player of the year sensation Beaudoin, who averaged a strong double-double. Stastny and Lenamon were on the honorable mention squad. EL MATON TIDEHAVEN TIGERS-Coach: Patrick Talbert. NAMES: Jr. Karissa Wiley; Jr. Skylar Mitchell; Jr. Danielle Galvan. GAME: Tidehaven will need to replace all-district talent Jessica Neuman. VAN VLECK LEOPARDS-Coach: Cheryl Williams (76-72). 2010-11: 21-13/8-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Ansley Garcia. GAME: Van Vleck advanced to the area round against Jarrell. BLOOMINGTON BOBCATS-Coach: Darrell Couch. 2010-11: 8-23/3-7. NAMES: Sr. Gabrielle Licerio; Sr. Loren Priour; Sr. Chriselda Garcia; Sr. Eileen Martinez; Jr. Tiffany Kremling; Jr. Natalie Cabrera; Jr. Sarah Alex. GAME: Bloomington missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Watch for Victoria Advocate all-area honorable mention and second team all-district Alex to lead the team. BOLING BULLDOGS-Coach: Jonathan Gibson. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: Jr. Adrianna Grant; Sr. Gabrielle Hemphill. GAME: Boling fired a gutter ball last year in a winless district campaign. DISTRICT 27-2A JARRELL COUGARS-Coach: Marlena Brown (79-40). 201011: 27-6/13-1. TexPreps Basketball | Page 115 2A NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Ashlee Garcia, 10.8 ppg., 4.7 rpg., 4.4 apg., 3.7 spg.; 6-3 Jr. Brianne Coffman, 12 ppg., 8 rpg., 2 bpg., 1.6 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Rachael Nemec, 10.7 ppg., 3.4 rpg., 2.5 apg., 3.8 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Diana Gonzalez, 5.8 ppg., 2.6 rpg., 2.9 apg., 2.8 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Jessica Garcia, 2.3 ppg., 1.3 rpg., 1.3 apg., 1.3 spg. GAME: Jarrell advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Cameron Yoe. Lady Cougars return four starters and six lettermen, including district MVP and all-region Garcia, first team and all-region Coffman, newcomer of the year Nemec and second team all-district selection Gonzalez. Team hopes to use its speed and experience to make a deeper playoff run. THORNDALE BULLDOGS-Coach: Bradley Dickerson (297140). 2010-11: 20-9/10-4. NAMES: Jr. Marlene Hall; Sr. Katy Bransom; Jr. Olivia Atkins; Soph. Alex Hoffman; Jr. Heather Butterworth. GAME: Thorndale advanced to bi-district against Hempstead. Hall and Atkins captured first team all-district honors as sophomores while Hoffman was second team and Bransom and Butterworth were honorable mention. LITTLE RIVER ACADEMY BUMBLEBEES-Coach: Brian Pursche. 2010-11: 13-18/6-8. NAMES: 6-1 Jr. Kacie Tuerck; 5-7 Jr. Brianna Chudej; 5-9 Sr. Sydney Cosper; 5-10 Sr. Tylor Rambeau; 5-6 Jr. Erica Pritchard; 5-11 Sr. Sydney Pirtle; 5-3 Sr. Charlecia Gillum; 5-3 Sr. Mikinzie Rodriguez. GAME: Watch for Academy to contend behind second team all-district Tuerck and honorable mention tabs Rambeau, Cosper and Pritchard. LAGO VISTA VIKINGS-Coach: Jason Stoner. 2010-11: 7-18/2-12. NAMES: Jr. Alex Wolf. GAME: Wolf barked at the moon on the way to first team all-district recognition. ROGERS EAGLES--Coach: Loyd Morgan Jr. (465-289). 201011: 21-10/8-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Sierra Hunter, 9.9 ppg., 4.6 rpg.; 5-0 Jr. Megan Kennedy; 5-8 Jr. Paige Williams; 5-0 Jr. Lainey Hebert; 5-6 Sr. Adrianna Alexander. GAME: Rogers had a solid 21-win season but missed the post-season. Sixth man of the year Hunter shot at a 52 percent clip and will lead a team strong on junior contributors. CAMERON YOE YOEMEN-Coach: Judy Nunn. 2010-11: 2212/9-5. NAMES: Sr. Zaire Holt; Sr. Brittany Jones; Sr. Brooke Brashear; Sr. Wanesia Adams; Sr. Kaitlyn Zarosky. GAME: Yoe’s first season dropping down from Class 3A could not have gone any better as the team reached the regional final against Poth. Holt and Jones were second team all-district and will lead another effort into the playoffs. LEXINGTON EAGLES-Coach: Ryan Starnes. 2010-11: 2012/7-7. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Rachel Clark; 5-0 Jr. MacKenzie Brown; 5-4 Soph. Kristen Boettcher; 5-3 Soph. Christen Schneider; 5-3 Soph. Madison Bexley; 5-6 Soph. Meghann Wrinkle; 5-8 Sr. Miranda Jones. GAME: Brown is back following an honorable mention alldistrict campaign for a club crippled by the loss of graduated first team all-district seniors Angel Parks and Deja Griffin. FLORENCE BUFFALOES-Coach: Drake Stanczack. 2010-11: 9-20/1-13. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Reagen Isbell; 5-6 Jr. Abby Hattaway; 5-6 Jr. Nikkole Morgan; 5-2 Sr. Samantha Miller; 5-8 Soph. Chelsey Lansford. GAME: Florence will have difficulty in this loop and must replace graduated all-district star Kasey Button. DISTRICT 28-2A SCHULENBURG SHORTHORNS-Coach: Tandy Betak. 201011: 26-5/11-1. NAMES: Sr. Leah Mikesky; Jr. India Connor; Sr. Alyssa Michalke. GAME: Schulenburg advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Hempstead. District defensive MVP Mikesky was named Victoria Advocate all-area second team while first team all-district Connor was honorable mention. Michalke was second team all-district. HEMPSTEAD BOBCATS-Coach: Ricky McCown (100-39). 2010-11: 22-11/8-4. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. DeAra Glover, 8 ppg., 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Alexis Lang, 10 ppg., 7 rpg.; 6-0 Jr. Kavasiye McDade, 5 ppg., 9 rpg.; 6-0 Sr. Jasmine Brandiburg, 5 ppg., 12 rpg. GAME: Hempstead advanced to the regional semifinals TexPreps Basketball | Page 116 against Poth. Size inside, team speed and depth will be the strengths for this year’s squad. Lang was first team alldistrict while Brandiburg and Glover were on the second team. ALTAIR RICE CONSOLIDATED RAIDERS--Coach: Rachel Patton (42-46). 2010-11: 23-5/10-2. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Adrianna Ruiz, 7 ppg., 5 apg., 4 spg.; 5-10 Sr. Kaycie Rathburn; 5-3 Sr. Destinea Williams; 5-4 Sr. Lindy Lantelme; 6-2 Jr. Brittnee Flowers. GAME: Rice advanced to bi-district against Cameron Yoe and will call on first team all-district Ruiz to lead another successful run. HALLETTSVILLE BRAHMAS--Coach: Donald Shimek. 201011: 18-15/6-6. NAMES: Sr. Kanesha Moore; Sr. Lauren Jones. GAME: Hallettsville missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Despite graduating several decorated seniors, the team does return Victoria Advocate all-area honorable mention and second team all-district Moore. EAST BERNARD BRAHMAS-Coach: Ronnie Schmidt. GAME: East Bernard is going to need to find others to step up and replace graduated Victoria Advocate all-area honorable mention Christy Acevedo. WEIMAR WILDCATS-Coach: Doug Johnson. NAMES: Jr. Lexi Hawthorne; Sr. Jocelyn Perez; Jr. Payton Wunderlich. GAME: Haley Mendez, a Victoria Advocate all-area honorable mention pick, has graduated and will need to be replaced. WALLIS BRAZOS COUGARS-Coach: Shawnya Minter. 201011: 0-12 (district). NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Kaitlyn Miller; 5-6 Soph. Brandi Harjovsky; 5-7 Jr. Jessica Fernandez; 5-6 Soph. Karina Delgado; 5-9 Sr. Juanita Moore; 5-6 Sr. Tyler Cotton; 5-11 Jr. Hailee Vincent; 5-10 Sr. Rebecca Toman; 5-8 Sr. Trishunna Kinsey. GAME: Team graduated all-district performers Bari Minter and Lauren Webber. DISTRICT 29-2A MARION BULLDOGS-Coach: Kollyn McWhinney (163-75). 2010-11: 25-14/11-1. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Kyana Fennell; 6-0 Sr. Rachel Farris, 14.2 ppg., 13.5 rpg., 5.4 bpg.; 5-8 Sr. Haley Jupe; 5-2 Soph. Krystal Gonzales; 5-5 Jr. Nicole Baethge; 5-1 Soph. Katie Hartman; 5-5 Jr. Amber Hahn; 5-9 Jr. Madison Langemeier; 5-8 Soph. Meagan Littlefield; 5-6 Jr. Philomena Dehoyos; 5-9 Sr. Morgan Penshorn. GAME: Marion advanced to the regional semifinals against Cameron Yoe. Farris was sensational and was named district MVP and to the all-area team after averaging a strong double-double. Fennell joined Farris on the first team alldistrict roster while Jupe was on the second team. LULING EAGLES--Coach: Ashley White. 2010-11: 19-13/102. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Carley Glass; Sr. Adriana Morales; Jr. Miranda Sheffield; Jr. Maria Castillo; Soph. Hanna Clark; Sr. Hallie Randall. GAME: Luling advanced to the area round against Kingsville Academy. Glass was voted district offensive player of the year as a sophomore as well as first team all-district while Morales was on the second team. SAN ANTONIO COLE COUGARS-Coach: Tina Guerrero (327165). 2010-11: 14-16/6-6. NAMES: 5-7 Soph. Bianca Eubanks; 5-9 Sr. Ariel Corral; 5-10 Sr. Perri Sweed; 5-5 Sr. Germaine Herrera; 5-6 Jr. Jasmine Brinson; 5-5 Sr. Victoria Lewis; 5-6 Jr. Kiara Thompson; 5-4 Sr. Marlene Sloan; 5-9 Sr. Jasmine Boothe; 5-6 Jr. Tia Vardaman; 5-7 Sr. Aida Mojica. GAME: Cole expects to return to the post-season and has reason for the optimism with the return of district newcomer of the year Eubanks, first team all-district Corral and second teamer Sweed. STOCKDALE BRAHMAS-Coach: Joe Pantalone. 2010-11: 19-10/8-4. NAMES: Jr. Kat Wehmeyer; Jr. Lashay Castro; Jr. Roxanne Bischak; Jr. Sarah Holguin; Jr. Makaley Perez; Jr. Jordan Scheel; Sr. Jewls Templeton. GAME: Stockdale advanced to bi-district against Karnes City. Losses of key seniors hit the team, including all-area Erika Donsbach. Wehmeyer was first team all-district and will need to continue her improvement along with second teamer Castro. NIXON-SMILEY MUSTANGS-Coach: Jessica Jendrzey. 201011: 9-17/3-7. NAMES: Sr. Jessica Flores; Jr. Hailey Boatright; Soph. Ale- na Alvarez; Sr. Jazmin Erskine; Jr. Jennifer Flores; Jr. Kelby Henderson; Sr. Ashlyn Maldonado; Sr. Maria Martinez; Sr. D’Laine Palacio; Jr. Abigail Scarbrough. GAME: Nixon-Smiley missed the playoffs after reaching the regional final the previous year. This team will not sink with the return of second team all-district Boatright and Jessica Flores. UNIVERSAL CITY RANDOLPH RO-HAWKS--Coach: Stacy Bessire. 2010-11: 4-21/2-10. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Courtney Perry; Jr. Tosha Akins; Jr. Tessa Luna; Jr. Alisha Allen; 5-9 Sr. Micaela Chenaille; Sr. Taylor Huffman; Soph. Rachel Allison; Sr. Taylor Cummings; Soph. Victoria Collete. GAME: Perry is the team’s focal point following a second team all-district year. This was a young team that graduated only two seniors. SAN ANTONIO BROOKS ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING BENGALS—Coach: Michael Johnson. 2010-11: 8-14/2-10. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Ariana Strah; 5-4 Sr. Nicole Rodriguez; 5-1 Soph. Felicia Rodriguez; 5-2 Sr. Stephanie Lopez; 5-6 Jr. Marissa Brooks; 5-7 Jr. Stephanie Santivanez; 5-6 Soph. Gabriela Ramirez. GAME: Brooks Academy suffered at the hands of graduation that took all-district players Amanda Danyish and Adrienne Gonzales. DISTRICT 30-2A POTH PIRATES-Coach: Peggy Hosek. 2010-11: 29-6/14-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Tara Broyles; 6-1 Sr. Jordan Kotara; 5-6 Jr. Ashley Fuller; Jr. Micah Weaver; 5-10 Sr. Claire Raabe; 5-5 Jr. Kelli Kolodziej; Sr. Avery Acker; Jr. Annika Eckel; Jr. Danielle Felux; Jr. Jennifer Kruse; Soph. Justine Quintanilla. GAME: Powerful Poth was a repeat guest to the state semifinal round in Austin where the team fell to Winnsboro. Never bet against this club making the short visit to the state tournament, with expectations again high this year. Watch for district co-MVP Fuller to lead the charge in only her junior season. Kotara was a lockdown performer in being named defensive MVP, while Broyles and Weaver were first team all-district and Raabe and Kolodziej were on the second team. KARNES CITY BADGERS-Coach: Burke Braun. 2010-11: 286/12-2. NAMES: Jr. Aileen Lundquist; Soph. Kayla Ramirez; Jr. Lani Pitts; Sr. Sarah Barkley; Sr. Maria Moncada. GAME: Karnes City advanced to the area round against Skidmore-Tynan. Good things should happen for this club behind co-newcomer of the year Ramirez, first team alldistrict Lundquist and second teamer Pitts. GEORGE WEST LONGHORNS-Coach: Letha B. Thompson. 2010-11: 24-5/11-1. NAMES: 5-10 Soph. Kaylee Brysch, 8.4 ppg., 10 rpg., 1 apg., 4 spg.; 5-10 Soph. Marley Snider, 5.5 ppg., 4.8 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 5-3 Jr. Amber Villafranca, 1 ppg., 1.2 rpg., 1 spg. GAME: George West advanced to bi-district against Luling. This is a young team that must replace five graduated seniors. Brysch and Snider were named first team all-district as sophomores. JOURDANTON INDIANS-Coach: Doug Lum. 2010-11: 1018/6-8. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Ariana Foster; 5-2 Sr. Lauren Bowers; Soph. Cassandra Reyes; 5-7 Sr. Tori Bautista; 5-9 Sr. Jamie Cooper; Soph. Kyanna Floyd; 5-3 Sr. Kaitlin Ramos; 5-11 Sr. J.T. Stacy. GAME: Jourdanton missed the playoffs after having gone the season before. This team will be right back in the hunt behind co-newcomer of the year Reyes and second team all-district Foster. COTULLA COWBOYS-Coach: Randy Ramirez. 2010-11: 1611/6-8. NAMES: Sr. Lori Jenkins; Sr. Josie Cortez; Soph. Xciana Cruz; Soph. Abreana DeLaGarza; Jr. Elizah Flores; Jr. Lexi Perez. GAME: Jenkins was first team all-district for the second consecutive season while Cortez was honored on the second team. THREE RIVERS BULLDOGS-Coach: Mary Pawlik. 2010-11: 7-17/4-10. NAMES: Sr. Harli Benham; Sr. Megan Cruz; Soph. Haleigh Garcia; Sr. Ashley Gutierrez; Jr. Taylor La Rose; Jr. Lacey McNeill; Sr. Darcy Orsak; Jr. Kaitlyn Roberts. GAME: Benham earned a first team all-district nod, the second consecutive year she has made an all-district list. Cruz added second team recognition. DILLEY WOLVES-Coach: Larry Lumbreras. 2010-11: 1416/5-9. NAMES: Jr. Mikayla Martinez; Soph. Alex Garcia; Sr. Alyssabel Garcia; Jr. Jackie Garcia; Soph. Shawna Lopez; Soph. Bianka Ramirez; Soph. Koral Riggs; Jr. Alexis Ruiz; Sr. Crystal Zepeda. GAME: Martinez was a first team all-district selection and the leader of the team. NATALIA MUSTANGS-Coach: Candace Burleson. 2010-11: 4-22/1-13. NAMES: Sr. Elysa Ruiz; Sr. Adriana Padilla; Sr. Alyssa Zapata. GAME: Ruiz had a second team all-district season for Natalia. DISTRICT 31-2A SKIDMORE-TYNAN BOBCATS-Coach: Joseph L. Grimes III. 2010-11: 26-6/14-0. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. D’Anne Wilder; 5-6 Sr. Brittany Garza; 5-9 Jr. Amber Hughlett; 5-6 Sr. Samantha Minter; 5-8 Sr. Kathy Acosta. GAME: Skidmore-Tynan advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Marion. Look for this team to again have plenty of firepower, capped by first team all-district Garza and Wilder and second teamers Minter and Hughlett. FREER BUCKAROOS-Coach: Martina Carrillo. 2010-11: 8-6 (district). NAMES: Sr. Celeste Laredo; Sr. Echo Flores. GAME: Offensive MVP Laredo is back to try and lift Freer into the post-season. Did someone hear an Echo? Oh, that was the sound of Flores announced as a first team all-district performer. BISHOP BADGERS-Coach: Sherry Wilson. 2010-11: 1813/11-3. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Bianca Silva; 5-6 Jr. Santarina Rivera; 5-4 Sr. Coralie Saenz; 5-5 Jr. Bianca Reyna; 5-10 Jr. Tessa Miller; 5-8 Sr. Briana Reyna; 5-7 Soph. Sabrina Rivera; 5-9 Jr. Victoria Ramirez. GAME: Bishop advanced to the area round against Poth. Team will need to replace graduated district MVP Kasey Cavazos, but fortunately can turn to first team all-district Rivera and second teamers Silva and Saenz. SAN DIEGO VAQUEROS-Coach: Rupert Canales Jr. 2010-11: 22-10/9-5. NAMES: 5-8 Jr. Sirena Martinez; 5-6 Jr. Liana Laso; 5-8 Jr. Ashley Saenz; 5-9 Sr. Valerie Solis; 5-6 Jr. Lyana Ramirez; 5-9 Sr. Pate Guerra. GAME: San Diego advanced to the area round against Marion. Martinez and Laso picked up second team all-district recognition. TAFT GREYHOUNDS-Coach: Phillip Sims. 2010-11: 7-25/3-11. NAMES: 5-10 Soph. Caitlynn Guajardo; 5-3 Jr. Monika Flores; 5-8 Jr. Erin Guzman; 5-6 Sr. Kim Buendia; 5-4 Jr. Sarah Trevino; 5-3 Jr. Alex Galindo; 5-6 Sr. Annalisa Trevino. GAME: Taft is looking for great things in the year ahead from newcomer of the year Guajardo. ODEM OWLS-Coach: Tony Ferguson. 2010-11: 9-17/3-11. NAMES: Sr. Janissa Perez. GAME: Odem finished in the lower rung of district action and has hopes for improvement. REFUGIO BOBCATS-Coach: David Hemphill. 2010-11: 1810/8-6. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Megan Shaw. GAME: Refugio was punched with massive graduation losses. BANQUETE BULLDOGS-Coach: Adriana Gutierrez. 2010-11: 0-29/0-12. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Desiree Ocanas; 5-4 Jr. Bianca Buitron; 5-6 Soph. Stephanie Baltierra; 5-6 Soph. Ayana Gomez; 5-6 Soph. Lavada Monse. GAME: Banquete had a rough year but it was a year of learning and bringing out new talent within themselves. Team struggled because it had no offense but throughout the season all of Coach Gutierrez’s players realized they had to shoot and make it. Defense is fairly quick and with this coming back and offensive improvements, team will be back with a purpose. Banquete has heart and teamwork and these are two ingredients that a team needs to succeed. DISTRICT 32-2A KINGVILLE SANTA GERTRUDIS ACACEMY PRIDE--Coach: Martin A. Gonzalez. 2010-11: 26-10/12-0. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Kacee Ritter, 11 ppg., 14 rpg.; 5-4 Jr. Carla Noel, 12 ppg., 4 apg., 5 spg.; 5-5 Soph. Priscilla Carrillo, 7 ppg., 2 spg. GAME: Gertrudis Academy advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Poth. Team lost six seniors and only returns three players, although all of them are starters. This will be a team as good as the supporting cast to the starters. There are a couple of players coming from the JV who could make a big impact. Noel was co-defensive MVP while Ritter was first team all-district. EDINBURG IDEA QUEST COLLEGE PREP TRAILBLAZERS— Coach: Hasem Bradley. 2010-11: 21-10/9-5. NAMES: Daniela Azubell. GAME: Azubell had a strong first season and was rewarded as newcomer of the year for a team that should be in the thick of the playoff mix this year. FALFURRIAS FIGHTING JERSEYS-Coach: Gus Esquivel. 2010-11: 7-22/2-14. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Jenna Trevino, 5.8 ppg., 2.1 rpg.; 5-0 Sr. Patty Galindo, 3.4 ppg., 2.9 rpg.; 5-0 Jr. Jennar Munoz, 3.7 ppg., 3.8 rpg.; 5-6 Sr. Samantha Patroslij, 4.1 ppg., 4 rpg.; 5-3 Sr. Andrea Ramos, 1.1 ppg., 2.1 rpg. GAME: Falfurrias was a young team last year with a new system and coach. Team picked up a lot of experience over the season and should make a run for the playoffs. There is a strong returning senior class that will lead in building a winning tradition. Trevino was first team all-district while Galindo, Patroslij, Ramos and Munoz were all honorable mention. HEBBRONVILLE LONGHORNS-Coach: Rick Gonzalez. 201011: 19-9. NAMES: Jr. Dani Gonzalez. GAME: Hebbronville advanced to bi-district against San Diego. Gonzalez was co-defensive MVP but the team will need to replace her sister, Dally, who graduated after a district MVP season. SANTA ROSA WARRIORS-Coach: Amos Salas. 2010-11: 1715/9-5. NAMES: 5-5 Jr. Gabriela Garza; 5-3 Gabriela Badillo; 5-5 Jr. Marissa Saldivar; 5-5 Sr. Karina Saldivar; 5-5 Sr. Raven Flores; 5-7 Sr. Bianco Fox; 5-7 Jr. Hilda Gaytan; 5-7 Jr. Tyisha Cipriano. GAME: Santa Rosa advanced to bi-district against Bishop. Team needs to replace graduated district offensive MVP Diamond Caballero, one of only two seniors to graduate off the roster. PREMONT COWBOYS-Coach: Marili Santos. 2010-11: 7-14/5-8. GAME: Premont will look to replace graduated first team all-district talent Cristol Munoz. RIVIERA KAUFER SEAHAWKS-Coach: Derek Yeary. 201011: 7-10/5-7. NAMES: Sr. Alyssa Alarcon. GAME: Kaufer gave a spirited effort last year and came up just short for a playoff bid. BROWNSVILLE IDEA FRONTIER COLLEGE PREP CHARGERS—Coach: Sarah De La Rosa. GAME: Frontier did not get off to the same great start as IDEA Quest but will look to improve this year. TexPreps Basketball’s STATE TOP 10 CLASS 1A-I GIRLS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Smyer—Look for an expected encore for the defending state champion. Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill—Here’s another club that always has its fingerprints on the state basketball tournament. Muenster—State semifinalist lost district MVP Taylor Klement but everyone else is back … and talented. Sudan—There is a new coaching staff, but otherwise the same talent and depth for this regional finalist. Panhandle—Pantherettes return 8 of their top 11 players from a regional semifinalist. Goldthwaite—The Lady Eagles are poised for a fifth consecutive trip to the regional tournament … and possibly more. Snook—District MVP Shakera Barnes is back for a regional finalist that lost only one senior. Zavalla—A 30-win season was capped by a run to the regional semifinals and plenty of talent is back. Mason—An incredibly stingy defense and all-stater Margaret Lemke may be enough to propel the Cowgirls to Austin. Avery—A regional quarterfinalist is stacked with 9 of the top 10 players back on the varsity. CLASS 1A DIVISION I DISTRICT 1-A-I CANADIAN WILDCATS-Coach: Kevin Richardson. 2010-11: 27-3/10-0. NAMES: Sr. Autumn Chidester; Sr. Mae Johnson; Sr. Annie Alexander. GAME: Canadian advanced to the area round against Wheeler to cap an outstanding season. This program will only continue to succeed thanks largely to the return of district MVP Chidester along with first team all-district performers Johnson and Alexander. GRUVER GREYHOUNDS--Coach: Rod Been. 2010-11: 288/8-2. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Madison McLain; 5-8 Sr. Kaysha Bass; 5-7 Sr. Shelley Gibson; 6-0 Sr. Ali Tyler; 5-0 Sr. Ashlynn Miner; 5-6 Sr. Daniela Luciano. GAME: Gruver advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Panhandle. McLain was district co-MVP and will lead another playoff run with help from defensive player of the year Gibson and all-district Bass and Luciano. STINNETT WEST TEXAS COMANCHES--Coach: Danny Anderson (165-148). 2010-11: 14-21/4-6. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Abby Summere; 5-6 Sr. Jessica Burns; 5-8 Jr. Cheyenne Tull; 5-9 Sr. Britany Farmer; 5-7 Sr. Sarah Kelly. GAME: West Texas must find a way to replace graduated all-district star Maci Forrest after a season that saw a tough third place playoff tiebreaker loss to Sunray. STRATFORD ELKS-Coach: Gerry Foos. 2010-11: 14-16/4-6. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Perla Reta; 5-8 Sr. Kammi Birdsong. GAME: Stratford graduated all-district performers Jessica Ibarra and Ragan Foos. SUNRAY BOBCATS--Coach: Tony Dodson. 2010-11: 16- 18/4-6. NAMES: Sr. Kaley Green; Sr. Nicole Taylor; Sr. Kelsey Taylor; Sr. Angela Vasquez; Sr. Hannah McGaughy; Sr. Desiray Robinett; Sr. Sarah Pipkin. GAME: Sunray advanced to bi-district against Vega but must replace graduated all-district performer Ruby Ortega. BOOKER KIOWAS-Coach: Kiley Pinckard. 2010-11: 1-19/0-10. NAMES: Jr. Shaniah Fronk; 5-4 Sr. Kelsi Lile; 5-5 Sr. Tyenne Mercer. GAME: Booker missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Fronk is back after a first team all-district season to lead the team. DISTRICT 2-A-I PANHANDLE PANTHERS-Coach: Kurt Richardson (119-52). 2010-11: 29-7/8-0. TexPreps Basketball | Page 117 2A NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Baylee Baker, 7 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg., 4 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Kori Smith, 7 ppg., 4 rpg., 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-2 Jr. Tess Rusk, 5 ppg., 3 rpg., 3 apg., 3 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Kalli Looten, 7 ppg., 4 rpg., 4 apg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Addie Ewing, 9 ppg., 3 rpg., 2 apg., 3 spg. GAME: Panhandle advanced to the regional semifinals against Smyer. Pantherettes return eight of their top 11 players. If the team can establish an inside presence and improve its shooting consistency, then they have a chance to be pretty good again. VEGA LONGHORNS-Coach: Ritchie Tarbet. 2010-11: 2213/6-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Cailey Crist; 5-8 Jr. Joni Wagner; 5-8 Sr. Brittany Hargrove; 5-10 Soph. Nicole Rohrbach; 5-6 Jr. Jordan Noland; 5-8 Soph. Kelli Perkins; 5-8 Soph. Macey Hatfield; Jr. Katelynn Brorman; Jr. Kadie Spinhime. GAME: Vega advanced to the area round against Wellington and should again be in good shape as only four seniors graduated. WHITE DEER BUCKS--Coach: Mark Montgomery (8-15). 2010-11: 8-15/2-6. NAMES: 5-2 Sr. Jeni Mynear; 5-6 Sr. Laura Kirkland; 5-9 Sr. Jaycee Smith; 5-2 Jr. Soni Armstrong; 5-6 Jr. Brynn Brown. GAME: White Deer started four sophomores and one junior last season so the playing time for the underclassmen should pay off for the team this year. CLAUDE MUSTANGS--Coach: Stephanie Behrens. 2010-11: 23-12/4-4. GAME: Claude advanced to bi-district against Gruver and will again be amongst the contenders in this league. AMARILLO BOYS RANCH ROUGHRIDERS-Coach: Kerry Moss. 2010-11: 3-23/0-8. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Kylie Jones; 5-5 Sr. Jennifer Kortz. GAME: Boys Ranch endured a second consecutive winless district campaign. berry; Sr. Morgan Lee; Sr. Destani Perez. GAME: New Deal advanced to the area round against Gruver but must replace graduated district MVP Kaleigh Andrews. Expect the talent to surface and keep this team at the top with defensive player of the year Smalley, co-newcomer of the year Hockenberry and first team Nakisha Nation Wellington all-district performers Lee and Perez. LOCKNEY LONGHORNS--Coach: Lisa Schumacher. 2010-11: 13-19/6-2. NAMES: Sr. Syann Foster; Sr. Quinn Jackson. GAME: Lockney advanced to bi-district against Wheeler and will again be a factor in the title chase behind offensive player of the year Foster and first team all-district Jackson. RALLS JACKRABBITS—Coach: Rebekah Hutton. 2010-11: 15-17/3-5. NAMES: Sr. Desiray Sanchez; Sr. Desarae Diaz. GAME: No matter how you spell Desiray or Desarae, Sanchez and Diaz were both first team all-district talents for Ralls, which advanced to bi-district against Quanah. CROSBYTON CHIEFETTES--Coach: Trent Van Meter. 201011: 4-14/2-6. NAMES: 5-0 Sr. Meghan Bass; Sr. Christina Cuellar. GAME: Crosbyton should be able to experience some more success behind a pair of first team all-district dandies in Cuellar and Bass. HALE CENTER OWLS-Coach: Linda Pshigoda. 2010-11: 1018/2-6. NAMES: Sr. Chelsie Herrera; Jr. Ashley Bendele. GAME: Hale Center improved from going winless in district the previous year and welcomes back first team all-district stars Herrera and Bendele. DISTRICT 3-A-I SUDAN HORNETTES--Coach: Lisa Logan. 2010-11: 28-8/8-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Danielle Logan, 24.6 ppg., 9.8 rpg., 3.2 apg.; 5-10 Sr. Bailee Black, 13.6 ppg. Soph. Dusti Martin; Jr. Gabbie Guerrero; 6-0 Jr. Jade Goen; 5-7 Sr. Victoria Williams; 5-6 Sr. Ashlee Koontz; 6-2 Sr. Janelle Vanderlei; 5-6 Jr. Keela Chester; 5-7 Sr. Kylee Schultz. GAME: Sudan advanced to the regional final against Smyer for the second consecutive year and graduated only two seniors. A new coaching staff greets a wealth of talent led by the dynamic Logan, a first team all-South Plains and district MVP pick. Help comes from second team all-South Plains and first team all-district performer Black. Jade was Goen places after also picking up first team all-district recognition along with teammate Williams. Koontz and Vanderlei were on the honorable mention team for this perennial power. OLTON FILLIES--Coach: Jacob Conner (45-48). 2010-11: 1814/4-4. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Brooke Goen, 8.2 ppg., 7.4 rpg., 1.3 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Gabbie Guerrero, 13.1 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 2.4 apg., 3.8 spg.; 6-0 Sr. Kayti Smith, 9.7 ppg., 6.6 rpg., 2.2 bpg.; 5-6 Soph. Dusti Martin, 6.3 ppg., 2.6 rpg., 1.3 apg., 1.8 spg.; 5-8 Soph. Breanna Goen, 3.3 ppg., 4.1 rpg., 2.1 spg. GAME: Olton advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Sudan. Fillies return all five starters and eight lettermen (basically the same team) and are expecting to improve on last year’s finish. It will be tough as the team will have to get through Sudan or Smyer to make the regional tournament. Team returns a lot of experienced, confident and excited players working hard to get to the next level. Guerrero was co-offensive player of the year while Martin was co-newcomer of the year. Smith and Brooke and Breanna Goen were first team all-district for a team that packs lots of power. FARWELL STEERS--Coach: Miles Watters. 2010-11: 1217/3-5. NAMES: Sr. Kristin Langford; Sr. Keila Jennings; Jr. Caitlyn Stancel. GAME: Farwell missed the post-season after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Expect this team to be back in the playoff chase with the return of first team all-district stars Langford and Jennings and second teamer Stancel. SPRINGLAKE-EARTH WOLVERINES--Coach: Jeri Goodman. 2010-11: 21-10/5-3. NAMES: Sr. Ariel Munoz; Jr. Reagan Miller. GAME: Springlake-Earth advanced to bi-district against Tahoka for the third consecutive season. Munoz was an all-district talent while Miller was on the honorable mention roster for a team that is ready for a new post-season CLARENDON BRONCOS--Coach: Molly Buker-Weatherred. 2010-11: 9-20/3-6. NAMES: 5-6 Jr. Jentry Shadle; 5-6 Jr. Lydia Howard; 5-7 Sr. Trevela Dronzek; McKayla Cartwright. GAME: Clarendon fell in a third place tiebreaker game to Wheeler but should be prepped for another playoff run. Watch for co-newcomer of the year Cartwright along with first team all-district Shadle to lead the way. WELLINGTON SKYROCKETS--Coach: Dane Richardson. 2010-11: 24-7/7-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Nakisha Nation, 12 ppg., 4 rpg., 3 apg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Jr. Harley Warrick; 5-6 Soph. Ashley Souder; 5-6 Soph. Mikala Klink; 5-6 Soph. Taylor Lindsey. GAME: Wellington advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Wheeler. Lady Rockets will be lacking height but will be more mature. Team loses three starters including district MVP Amber Thornberry but will return six lettermen with experience. Nation made the TABC allregion team and the club had a strong off-season. Staying out of foul trouble will be important. QUANAH INDIANS--Coach: Jan Forrest. 2010-11: 19-10/6-2. NAMES: 5-11 Jr. Taylor Newsom; 5-10 Jr. MacKenzie Andrews; 5-10 Jr. Rashon-trel Carter; 5-7 Jr. Jamie Woods; 5-9 Jr. Jodi Finnerty; 5-9 Jr. Candyce Heard; 5-11 Jr. Makila Silvey. GAME: Quanah advanced to the area round against Panhandle with a team dominated by sophomores. Newsome was rewarded with a first team all-district berth. MEMPHIS CYCLONES--Coach: Bill Alexander (33-42). 201011: 8-17/1-7. NAMES: 5-7 Jr. Callie Malloy; 5-6 Jr. Kendell Byars; 5-3 Sr. DeNisha Henderson; 5-6 Jr. Mariena Glover. GAME: This is a team that should make the playoffs after missing out last year on post-season action. Malloy was the district co-newcomer of the year. WHEELER MUSTANGS-Coach: Mike Bailey. 2010-11: 2013/4-5. NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Gaby Menefield, 5 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Paige Jones, 6.2 ppg. GAME: Wheeler advanced to the regional semifinals against Sudan. This is a young team that will get stronger as the season progresses. DISTRICT 4-A-I NEW DEAL LIONS--Coach: Lucresia Shropshire. 2010-11: 14-16/7-1. NAMES: Sr. Katherine Smalley; Soph. McKenzie Hocken- TexPreps Basketball | Page 118 DISTRICT 5-A-I opponent. BOVINA MUSTANGS--Coach: Royce Winnett. 2010-11: 2-22/0-8. NAMES: Soph. Samantha Villarreal; Sr. Padyn Hughes. GAME: Villarreal was superb in being named district conewcomer of the year, but Bovina endured a second consecutive winless district season. DISTRICT 6-A-I SMYER BOBCATS-Coach: Leland Bearden. 2010-11: 352/10-0. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Haley Fowler, 25.6 ppg., 10.3 rpg.; 5-7 Sr. Marissa Garcia; 5-3 Sr. Nikki Gholson, 3.8 apg.; 5-9 Jr. Jordan Locke; 6-2 Jr. Kennedy Farr, 13.5 ppg., 5.5 rpg.; 5-3 Sr. Landrie Burnam. GAME: Smyer enjoyed winning state so much in 2009-10 that the team decided to duplicate its act, which it did in a title game decision over Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill. Quite simply, Haley Fowler is the reason Smyer is favored to three-peat. The district MVP and all-South Plains player of the year put up some astronomical numbers last year in averaging a double-double and has plenty of help from teammates. Farr excelled all year and was named all-South Plains first team and district defensive MVP. Gholson and Locke were first team all-district while Garcia was on the all-defensive team. SUNDOWN ROUGHNECKS-Coach: Brian Legan. 2010-11: 21-9/7-3. NAMES: Jr. Lauren Marek; 5-9 Sr. Anitria Flowers, 10.4 ppg.; Soph. Emily Marek; Sr. Authumn Edwards, 9 ppg.; Jr. Lynsey Lyon. GAME: Sundown advanced to bi-district against Olton and should be even better this year. Why? Start with co-offensive MVP Flowers and go to newcomer of the year Emily Marek. Other top players include first team all-district Edwards and Lyon and second teamer Lauren Marek. TAHOKA BULLDOGS-Coach: Anthony Catherall (18-15). 2010-11: 23-10/7-3. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Brittney Liggins, 14 ppg., 7 rpg., 2 apg.; 5-8 Sr. Stormee Martin, 6.5 ppg., 3 rpg., 1.5 apg.; 6-1 Sr. Gretchen Henley, 4 ppg., 5 rpg. GAME: Tahoka advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Smyer. Lady Bulldogs should play great defense and rebound the ball well. If the team can do these things, they will have a great year. There are three proven returning players and the team will look to develop some experience in the younger players. Liggins was first team all-South Plains and first team all-district, where she was joined by Martin. PLAINS COWBOYS--Coach: Randy Henderson (219-77). 2010-11: 20-10/4-6. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Adriana Corrales, 11.8 ppg., 8.7 rpg., 4 spg.; 5-4 Jr. Marina Corrales, 11.8 ppg., 2.2 apg., 3.1 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Haley Welch, 7 ppg., 3.8 apg., 2.8 spg. GAME: Plains will once again be competitive in a very tough 1A district. First team all-district Adriana Corrales will provide senior leadership and rebounding strength. Welch and Marina Corrales will be counted on for ball handling and outside shooting. MORTON INDIANS--Coach: Maurice Harvey. 2010-11: 1612/2-8. NAMES: Jr. Autumn Harvey; Sr. Ouyki Perez. GAME: Last year’s team enjoyed non-district action to the tune of a 14-4 mark, but district was brutal. It could be again. SEAGRAVES EAGLES--Coach: Renda Williams. 2010-11: 5-21/0-10. GAME: Two-time all-district performer Candace Hall graduated and will need to be replaced. DISTRICT 7-A-I MERTZON IRION COUNTY HORNETS-Coach: Billy Whyburn. 2010-11: 22-6/7-1. GAME: Irion County advanced to the area round against Olton but must replace the talented Sierra Honea. BIG LAKE REAGAN COUNTY OWLS-Coach: Kyle Brown (112-48). 2010-11: 23-10/5-3. NAMES: 6-0 Sr. Johnna Pullig; 5-0 Soph. Cynthia Saucedo; 5-7 Jr. Itzayana Ramirez; 5-8 Sr. Brooke Ham. GAME: Reagan County advanced to the area round against Smyer. This team should remain a power in this classification despite graduating six talented seniors. ELDORADO EAGLES--Coach: Benny Lockhart. 2010-11: 2010. 1A-I NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Brianah Creek. GAME: Eldorado advanced to the area round against Sudan. MCCAMEY BADGERS--Coach: Jerry Carreon. 2010-11: 2-6 (district). NAMES: Jr. Shelbi Adams. GAME: McCamey missed the playoffs after advancing the previous year. IRAAN BRAVES-Coach: Brad Jones. 2010-11: 9-18/1-7. NAMES: Sr. Stephanie Sutton. GAME: Iraan looks to pull itself up following a difficult district season last year. DISTRICT 8-A-I VAN HORN EAGLES--Coach: Anna Luna. 2010-11: 16-10/8-0. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Sabrina Gonzalez; 5-7 Sr. Janice Martinez; 5-6 Sr. Diana Padilla; 5-6 Sr. Brizelda Urias; 5-10 Sr. Macyn Morriss; 5-2 Soph. Leslie Gonzales; 5-4 Sr. Shannon Davis; 5-3 Jr. Kimberly Ramirez. GAME: Van Horn advanced to the area round against Tahoka. This is a deep team that graduated four senior captains. MARFA SHORTHORNS--Coach: Steven Hayes. 2010-11: 1412/3-5. NAMES: Soph. Daycia O’Donnell; Soph. Monique Martuez; Jr. Darian Shepard; Jr. Joslyn Lujan; Soph. Yasmine Guevara; Jr. Jenna Conners; Soph. Isabel Jacquez; Soph. Amy Hernandez. GAME: Marfa advanced to bi-district against Eldorado and should be even better as only one senior graduated from a roster that fielded five freshmen. FORT HANCOCK MUSTANGS-Coach: Frank Saldana. 201011: 7-12/4-4. NAMES: Jr. Alejandra Carrillo. GAME: Fort Hancock advanced to bi-district against Big Lake Reagan County. EL PASO HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY—Coach: Ruben Castillo. 2010-11: 1-7 (district). GAME: Harmony Science’s tune was B Flat in a cellar-dwelling season. DISTRICT 9-A-I and will be the leader for Rotan. HAMLIN PIED PIPERS-Coach: Kristy Jo Sullivan. 2010-11: 27-5/10-0. NAMES: Jr. Emily Van Cleave; 5-9 Sr. Chelsea Rodgers, 17 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 2.5 apg., 3.1 spg. GAME: Hamlin advanced to the regional semifinals against Muenster, the deepest playoff run for the school since the Kennedy administration. It could be even better this year. Rodgers was Reporter-News first team for Class A and her awards have improved from freshman of the year to second team all-district to this honor, which also includes district MVP. Van Cleave added first team all-district recognition. STAMFORD BULLDOGS--Coach: Bobby Busby. 2010-11: 2012/8-2. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Maci Miles, 17 ppg., 6 rpg. GAME: Stamford advanced to bi-district against Windthorst. The Lady Bulldogs reached the playoffs for the first time in five years and won 20 games for the first time in 25 seasons. Miles was the district offensive MVP and also voted second team Reporter-News Super Team. MUNDAY MOGULS-Coach: Curtis Smith. 2010-11: 12-16/4-6. NAMES: Tatum Bufkin. GAME: Bufkin was tabbed newcomer of the year in the Reporter-News Class 1A listing. HASKELL MAIDENS-Coach: David Middleton (883-447). 2010-11: 14-17/5-5. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Carson Hadaway; 5-6 Jr. Maci Colley. GAME: Haskell advanced to bi-district against Seymour and should again be a league threat. ROSCOE PLOWGIRLS-Coach: Rocky Ford (282-154). 201011: 8-20/2-8. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Sara Kingston; 5-6 Sr. Lynnsi Moses; 5-6 Sr. Katie McIntire; 5-5 Sr. Jacinda Morales. GAME: Roscoe’s Plowgirls welcome back some solid senior leadership to build on. ROTAN YELLOWHAMMERS-Coach: J.L. Loftiss. 2010-11: 7-19/1-9. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Bridget Williams; 5-6 Soph. Megan Adler; 5-7 Jr. Jessica Price; 5-8 Jr. Micaela Garner; 5-5 Jr. Emily Pruitt; 5-7 Soph. Brittnay Williams; 5-6 Jr. Abrah Martinez. GAME: Bridget Williams was voted first team all-district DISTRICT 10-A-I SEYMOUR PANTHERS-Coach: Courtney Woodward (14062). 2010-11: 23-4/9-1. NAMES: Sr. Tatiana Martinez; Jr. Rachel Peters; Jr. Macey Siegert; Sr. Darian Snyder; Sr. Amy Hollar; Sr. Lindsey Browning; Sr. Carol Swindell. GAME: Seymour advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Hamlin but must replace graduated Red River talent Tayler Barrington. Look for this team to still be a major player in the league behind co-newcomer of the year Martinez, first team all-district Peters and Siegert, second teamer Snyder and honorable mention tabs Hollar, Browning and Swindell. WINDTHORST TROJANS-Coach: Heather Stark. 2010-11: 18-8/6-4. NAMES: Sr. Leslie Schroeder; Sr. Lexi Koetter; Sr. Lynsey Neeb; Sr. Paige Dillon; Sr. Lindsey Long; Sr. Megan Pennartz. GAME: Windthorst advanced to the area round against Goldthwaite. Schroeder was named first team all-district and second team Red River 22 and in a playoff win over Stamford went for 27 points and 23 boards. Dillon captured the district sixth man of the year award while Koetter was another first team pick. Long added second team honors and Neeb and Pennartz were honorable mention. PETROLIA PIRATES-Coach: Gordon Williams. 2010-11: 266/9-1. NAMES: Jr. Danica Bustos; Jr. Allie Ablia. GAME: Petrolia advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Goldthwaite one year after going winless in district. All Red River performer Samantha Nason has graduated and will need to be replaced. Look for second team alldistrict picks Bustos and Ablia to assume greater roles in their junior years. ARCHER CITY WILDCATS--Coach: Jeff Pirkle. 2010-11: 8-15/4-6. NAMES: Sr. Jessica Geis; Jr. Jordan Rux; Jr. Brynn Burton; Jr. Rachel Ashton; Sr. Marianne Easter; Soph. AJ Harris; Soph. Lexi Caldwell; Jr. Brittney Griffith; Jr. Hannah Sanders; Jr. Natalie Knobloch. TexPreps Basketball | Page 119 GAME: Archer City failed to reach the post-season after going the previous year but graduated only one senior from the roster. Team will put many of its eggs in first team alldistrict Easter’s basket while Sanders is a solid second team pick. Ashton and Griffith added honorable mention honors. ELECTRA TIGERS-Coach: Rhonda Swenson. 2010-11: 8-17/3-7. NAMES: Sr. Krysten Branch; Jr. Allison Hatfield; Soph. Olivia Cooper; Jr. Laci Perez; Sr. Stacie McLaughlin; Sr.Courtney Priselac; Jr. Taylor Segler; Jr. Raven Breedlove. GAME: Electra is building a very solid nucleus with which to compete. Watch for co-newcomer of the year Cooper to lead along with first team all-district Perez and honorable mention McLaughlin. OLNEY CUBS-Coach: Jerry White. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: Jr. Claire Craig. GAME: Olney missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year and must replace graduated all-district performer Malia Turner. Look for honorable mention all-district Craig to be the go-to player. DISTRICT 11-A-I SANTO WILDCATS-Coach: Tony Raffaele (388-221). 201011: 25-7/8-2. NAMES: 5-10 Jr. Sarah Van Remmen, 12.1 ppg., 9.1 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 5-6 Soph. Payton Billue, 8.9 ppg., 2.5 spg.; 5-5 Soph. Breeana Raffaele, 6.8 ppg., 2.6 apg., 1.9 spg.; 5-7 Sr. Brooke Rice, 6.1 ppg., 6.1 rpg., 1.8 spg. GAME: Santo advanced to the area round against Petrolia. Team will have experience and a desire to go deeper in the playoffs next year. Teammates Raffaele and Billue were district co-newcomers of the year while Van Remmen was first team all-district. Rice chipped in honorable mention recognition. CROSS PLAINS BUFFALOES-Coach: Jeff Blackburn. 2010-11: 19-11/4-6. NAMES: Soph. Texas Sanders; 5-6 Sr. Lauren Goode, 13.8 ppg., 6.1 rpg., 3.4 spg.; Jr. Cheyenne Cowan. GAME: Goode received second team Reporter-News Class 1A honors and was named district offensive player of the year. Cowan chipped in with second team all-district accolades. ALBANY LIONS-Coach: Paul Johnston (326-182). 2010-11: 25-7/10-0. NAMES: Soph. Kami Norton; Sr. Hailey Presley. GAME: Albany advanced to the area round against Seymour and has a nice blend of youth and experience. Team graduated district MVP Hailey Owen but will return first team all-district Presley and second teamer Norton. DE LEON BEARCATS--Coach: Mykia Anderson. 2010-11: 20-8/5-5. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Micah Cisneroz, 15 ppg.; 5-8 Sr. Desire’ Spurlen; Jr. Erin Sparger. GAME: De Leon advanced to bi-district against Winters. Cisneroz was first team all-district and first team ReporterNews Class 1A and will need to carry the team after a heavy dose of graduation. EULA PIRATES-Coach: Will Corley. 2010-11: 17-13/4-6. NAMES: Soph. Presli Rock; Soph. Kami Swaner; Soph; Marleigh Gleason; Sr. Cassie Booth. GAME: Eula missed the playoffs after advancing to the regional quarterfinals the previous year. The team must also replace a pair of first team all-district graduates in Kaitlyn Moody and Hannah Bales. RANGER BULLDOGS-Coach: T’leah Eicke. 2010-11: 1416/0-10. GAME: Ranger missed the playoffs after going the previous year. Team must also cope with the loss of graduated alldistrict performer Heather Gann. DISTRICT 12-A-I GOLDTHWAITE EAGLES--Coach: Angie Hermesmeyer. 2010-11: 29-3/8-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Madison Berry, 8.1 ppg., 6.2 rpg., 3.7 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Karen Clifton; 5-6 Jr. Hannah Johnson; 5-5 Soph. Hayley Wilson; 6-0 Sr. Mallory Pearson. GAME: Goldthwaite advanced to the regional semifinals against Kerens, the team’s fourth consecutive visit to the regional tournament. Berry was selected district offensive player of the year and second team Reporter-News Class 1A team while Clifton and Johnson were first team alldistrict. Wilson and Pearson added second team applause. WINTERS BLIZZARDS-Coach: Brooke Motheral. 2010-11: 21-12/6-2. TexPreps Basketball | Page 120 NAMES: Sr. Camille Kurtz; Sr. Jordan Busher. GAME: Winters advanced to the area round against Hamlin but graduated four all-district seniors. Watch for second teamers Kurtz and Busher to be the team leaders. MILES BULLDOGS-Coach: Shea Baucom. 2010-11: 10-17/35. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Cadyn Heinze, 11 ppg., 7 rpg. GAME: Miles advanced to bi-district against Santo and will again be a major player behind Heinze, named to the Class A Division I all-West Texas team as well as first team alldistrict. CHRISTOVAL COUGARS-Coach: Michael Barnes. 2010-11: 1-7 (district). NAMES: Jr. Kristen Bolander; Jr. Annie Archuleta; Jr. Forest Jones; Sr. Caitlyn Doering; Sr. Becca Kirkham. GAME: Christoval has a very promising future behind district newcomer of the year Doering. SAN ANGELO TEXAS LEADERSHIP CHARTER ACADEMY EAGLES—Coach: Sarah Davies. 2010-11: 2-6 (district). NAMES: 5-4 Sr. Miceala Oliver; 5-8 Sr. Stacci Norton; 5-7 Jr. Sari Thompson; 5-8 Sr. Lisa Boston. GAME: All-district talent Becca Johnson has graduated and will need to be replaced. DISTRICT 13-A-I MUENSTER HORNETS-Coach: Jason Atcheson. 2010-11: 32-6/14-0. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Lana Heers, 8.7 ppg., 3.5 rpg., 4.2 apg., 2.5 spg.; 5-9 Sr. Demi Koelzer, 9.2 ppg., 6.2 rpg., 2.1 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Allison Pagel, 8 ppg., 3.1 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Emily Hellman, 3 ppg., 3 rpg., 3.5 apg., 3 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Amber Walterscheid, 3 ppg., 4 rpg., 1.2 bpg. GAME: Muenster’s spectacular season reached Austin and a state semifinal contest against eventual state champion Smyer. Lady Hornets lost one player from that roster in district MVP Taylor Klement and has a solid chance to be even better this year. There is plenty of excitement around campus for the prospects. Watch for newcomer of the year Walterscheid, first team all-district picks Pagel, Heers and Koelzer and second teamer Hellman. CHICO DRAGONS--Coach: Steve Qualls. 2010-11: 19-11/6-8. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Malori Moss, 11.1 ppg., 5.8 rpg., 2.9 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Hannah Avants, 16.4 ppg., 6.3 rpg., 4.2 spg.; 5-6 Sr. Molli Umphress, 6.2 ppg., 3.9 rpg., 2 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Ann Turlington, 2 ppg., 4.3 rpg.; 5-6 Soph. Cheyenne Davidson, 3.2 ppg., 2.2 rpg., 1.7 spg. GAME: Moving down to Class A and out of the tough district with Brock and Peaster, the Lady Dragons played more inspired and competitive. Winning the game the team believes it had to and playing the playoff teams tough makes this year’s outlook bright because an experienced group returns. Defense has to improve and team needs more scoring from everyone. Avants was first team all-district while Moss was on the second team and Umphress placed on the honorable mention roster. LINDSAY KNIGHTS-Coach: Don Neu. 2010-11: 17-11/9-5. NAMES: Soph. Jalyn Anderle; Sr. Megan Caillier; Sr. Jordan Fleitman. GAME: Lindsay is expected to be amongst the playoff participants with a returning core of co-sixth man of the year Anderle, first team all-district Caillier and honorable mention Fleitman. ERA HORNETS-Coach: Steven Campbell (78-47). 2010-11: 28-7/11-3. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Shae Knabe, 14.7 ppg., 2 apg., 3.6 spg. GAME: Era advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Kerens. This stands to be a rebuilding year as only two lettermen return from last year. Knabe was solid in a first team all-district season. VALLEY VIEW EAGLES-Coach: Jeff Percell. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Taylor Felderhoff; 6-0 Sr. Elizabeth Anding; 5-5 Jr. Mercedy Burnett. GAME: Valley View advanced to bi-district against Dallas Gateway Charter. Look for contributions from second team all-district Burnett. POOLVILLE MONARCHS-Coach: Jimmy Branch. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Taylor Scroggins; 5-5 Sr. Hannah Rhine; 5-4 Sr. Bailey Duvall; 5-10 Jr. Heather Henson; 5-6 Sr. Morgan Payne; 5-5 Sr. Alex Guzman; 5-6 Sr. Lindsey Matthews. GAME: Matthews played big-time and was named recipient of the all-Parker County sixth man player award while Scroggins was second team all-Parker County and Rhine was honorable mention. PERRIN-WHITT PIRATES-Coach: Jamie Jenkins. NAMES: Jr. Preslee Cox; Sr. Destiny Stephens; Jr. Kelsey Hut- ton; Jr. Kristen Barbare. GAME: Perrin-Whitt returns talent to the ship in the presence of second team all-district Cox and honorable mention Stephens, Hutton and Barbare. COLLINSVILLE PIRATES-Coach: Torrey Price. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Lauren Martin; 5-8 Sr. Lainey Martin; 5-5 Sr. Sabrina Attaway; 5-4 Sr. Sheridan Shewbirt; Soph. Morgan Irelan. GAME: Some of the young talent on this team includes honorable mention selections Irelan and Shewbirt. DISTRICT 14-A-I DALLAS GATEWAY CHARTER GATORS—Coach: Tim Green (69-46). 2010-11: 23-9/10-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Tia Robinson, 18 ppg., 12 rpg., 4 spg.; 5-11 Jr. Tiffany Richardson, 18 ppg., 12 rpg., 4 bpg.; 5-7 Sr. Jazmine Robinson, 8 ppg., 5 rpg., 5 spg.; 5-8 Sr. Nikal Morgan, 6 ppg., 6 rpg., 6 apg., 5 spg.; 5-10 Fr. Gabriel Hollie; Allishia Peace. GAME: Gateway Charter advanced to the area round against Meridian. There is plenty of senior talent and leadership, and Hollie comes in after averaging 20 points per game as an eighth grader. Tia Robinson was newcomer of the year while Tiffany Richardson, Jazmine Robinson and Morgan were first team all-district. KERENS BOBCATS-Coach: Denise Lincoln (130-45). 201011: 27-8/12-0. NAMES: 6-0 Soph. Marqueshia Kelly; 5-5 Sr. Michelle Odom; 5-5 Soph. Cambree Betts; 5-7 Sr. Lillian Roberts; 5-5 Soph. Taylor Ames; 5-5 Sr. Shannon Foreman. GAME: Kerens advanced to the regional final against Muenster. It is now the post-Nicole Kelm era, but the Lady Bobcats will again be at or near the top of this league. Watch for newcomer of the year Kelly to lead the club with help from first team all-district Ames and second teamer Betts. All three earned their honors as freshmen last year. RICE BULLDOGS-Coach: Craig Roberson. 2010-11: 17-12/8-4. NAMES: Soph. Hanna Owen; Sr. Stephanie Martin; Sr. Chelsea Duncan; Sr. Celina Smithers. GAME: Rice advanced to bi-district against Era. Watch for first team all-district Martin and second teamer Duncan to lead a club that is again expected to compete for a playoff berth. GRAND PRAIRIE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY EAGLES—Coach: Brian Blosser. 2010-11: 9-10/6-6. NAMES: 5-3 Sr. Tonia Davis; Soph. Selena Ramirez; Jr. Gabriella Pincheira; Jr. Dariah Steadham; Jr. Sara Stephens; Sr. Taylor Bass; Jr. Jennifer Alvarado; Jr. Abigayl Morales. GAME: Advantage Academy must replace graduated alldistrict talent Kassandra Murry, one of two seniors leaving the roster. DALLAS FAITH FAMILY EAGLES-Coach: Claude Johnson. NAMES: 5-1 Sr. Justice Webb; 6-0 Sr. Kianna Johnson; 5-5 Sr. Randal Washington; 5-5 Sr. Chelyse Smith; 5-1 Sr. Brittney Herrera; 5-9 Jr. Victoria Salazar. GAME: Watch for second team all-district Salazar to be the young leader of Faith Family. DALLAS HAMPTON PREP—Coach: Jeremy Green. NAMES: Soph. Keshia Bracey; 5-4 Jr. Brianna Fields; 5-5 Sr. Destiny Hart; 5-5 Sr. Shalyn Jones; 5-6 Jr. Akilah Muhammad; 5-9 Sr. Shambrika Taylor. GAME: Bracey was outstanding in a sixth man of the year campaign. DISTRICT 15-A-I MERIDIAN YELLOWJACKETS--Coach: Griffin Fields. 201011: 27-7/9-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Kasie Olivarri; 5-11 Sr. Tiffany Allen; 5-7 Sr. Alex Hightower; 5-9 Sr. Haley Hallmark; 5-9 Sr. Sydney Wright. GAME: Meridian advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Muenster. Team returns four starters to an athletic and quick roster. The schedule is very tough which should help Meridian get ready for the grind of district play. Wright was co-defensive MVP while Olivarri and Allen were first team all-district anchors while Hallmark was on the second team. ITASCA WAMPUS CATS-Coach: Clint Wallace. 2010-11: 7-3 (district). NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Shamonica Anderson; 5-5 Jr. Beruke Namaga; Soph. Kaleigh Lightsey; Sr. Christina Menasco; Soph. Chelse Faries; Jr. Chase Patterson; Jr. Ashley Spain. GAME: Itasca advanced to the area round against Kerens. This team will again be a playoff competitor behind first team all-district Namaga and Lightsey and second teamer Menasco. Faries, Patterson and Spain grabbed honorable mention nods. VALLEY MILLS EAGLES-Coach: Michael Kusler. 2010-11: 9-19/4-6. NAMES: 6-0 Jr. Sarah Balch, 6.9 ppg., 6.7 rpg.; 5-8 Soph. Delany Baum, 8.6 ppg., 4.3 rpg., 1.7 spg.; 5-2 Soph. Kristan Veteto, 2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-7 Jr. Katelyn Bateman; 5-4 Sr. Sandra Gaona; 5-8 Soph. Autumn Wimberly. GAME: Valley Mills returns three starters and seven lettermen. The team started to gel toward the end of district last season in winning three of the last five with the two losses in overtime. Look for a team that relies on aggressive defense. Baum was newcomer of the year while Balch was first team all-district. Veteto was an impressive second team selection. BLUM BOBCATS-Coach: Tim Ward. 2010-11: 4-6 (district). NAMES: Jr. Madison Williamson; Sr. Stori Jouett; Sr. Britney Heath; Sr. Emarie Maxwell; Soph. Brecklyn Hardcastle; Soph. Megan Wilson; Soph. Sydney Hester. GAME: Blum failed to reach the playoffs after advancing the previous year. Williamson was superb in being named offensive player of the year while Heath and Jouett were second team all-district picks. Hardcastle, Wilson and Hester added honorable mention applause. BOSQUEVILLE BULLDOGS-Coach: Bobby Carpenter. 201011: 11-16/6-4. NAMES: Jr. Ciara Williams; Sr. Tritne Crowden. GAME: Bosqueville advanced to bi-district against Wortham. Expect co-sixth man of the year Crowden and second team all-district Williams to lead the club. MOODY BEARCATS-Coach: Kelly Stewart. 2010-11: 0-10 (district). NAMES: Soph. Leslie Stewart; Soph. Quincy Hadley; Soph. Courtney Wilson; Soph. Jillian Schmidt. GAME: Moody has some solid tools with which to build including first team all-district Stewart and honorable mention selections Hadley, Wilson and Schmidt. DISTRICT 16-A-I WORTHAM BULLDOGS-Coach: Carla Freeman. 2010-11: 19-12/10-2. NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Ki’Undrea Smith; 5-5 Sr. Anna Jones.; 5-5 Sr. Jasmine Bailey; Sr. Whitney Chrisley; Jr. Kennedy Vogel. GAME: Wortham advanced to the area round against Muenster and will again be a playoff contender in this league. Watch for first team all-district stars Smith and Jones to lead a strong charge with help from second team all-district Bailey and honorable mention nods Chrisley and Vogel. MART PANTHERS--Coach: Jerri Hoffman. 2010-11: 11-1 (district). NAMES: 5-8 Soph. Kaymee Gooden; 5-6 Soph. Cheyenne Goodnight; Jr. Cheriton Shepherd. GAME: Mart advanced to the area round against Era. This club will be explosive again behind offensive player of the year Gooden and second team all-district Goodnight, whose game lays opponents to rest. HUBBARD JAGUARS-Coach: Stacy Henderson. 2010-11: 15-15/8-4. NAMES: 5-6 Soph. Kate Saucke; 5-6 Soph. NaKaila Banks; 5-5 Jr. Dallas Fletcher; 5-5 Sr. Morgan Lane; Soph. Starr Craven; Jr. Shamekia Jones; 5-0 Soph. Pepci Jones. GAME: Hubbard advanced to bi-district against Itasca. While the Lady Jaguars will miss graduated district MVP Jordan Henderson, the team does return newcomer of the year Banks, second team all-district Fletcher and honorable mention picks Saucke and Lane. RIESEL INDIANS--Coach: Barry Bennett. 2010-11: 19-11/6-6. NAMES: Jr. Morgan Evans; Sr. Elizabeth Loredo; Jr. Kylie Bennett; Jr. McKenzie Lowrey. GAME: Evans will be called on for a greater role following a second team all-district season and also because a pair of first teamers has graduated. Help comes from honorable mention Loredo. CHILTON PIRATES--Coach: Jerry Arnold. 2010-11: 4-8 (district). NAMES: Sr. Victoria Kuykendall; Jr. Ashley Haynes; Sr. Jalisa Taylor; Sr. Brittney Haynes. GAME: Chilton should chill behind second team all-district picks Kuykendall and Haynes and honorable mention tabs Taylor and Haynes. DAWSON BULLDOGS-Coach: Charles Donohoe. 2010-11: 14-14/3-9. NAMES: Sr. Brittany Coleman; Sr. Haylee Kimbriel; Soph. KyLee Abbott Ivanhoe Rayburn Sydney Davis Ivanhoe Rayburn Cassidy Hall Ivanhoe Rayburn Jasmine Parks. GAME: Dawson expects to be more competitive and will turn to talented honorable mention all-district picks Coleman, Kimbriel and Parks. BREMOND TIGERS-Coach: Kathy Wilganowski. 2010-11: 0-12 (district). NAMES: Jr. Shantel Anderson; Jr. Alexis Kinney. GAME: Bremond missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. Team should find improvement behind honorable mention all-district selections Anderson and Kinney. DISTRICT 17-A-I HONEY GROVE WARRIORS-Coach: Kathy Clark (575-220). 2010-11: 31-4/12-0. NAMES: 5-8 Sr. Crissy Blair; 6-1 Sr. Chanda Foster. GAME: Honey Grove advanced to the regional final against Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill, the school’s first such berth since 1994. Team returns three experienced players to a young team that will feature lots of quickness. Foster was named honorable mention all-Texomaland and district offensive player of the year while Blair was tabbed first team all-district. IVANHOE RAYBURN REBELS-Coach: David Guadiano. 201011: 24-7/9-4. NAMES: 5-11 Sr. Sydney Davis, 13 ppg., 10.2 rpg., 2 bpg., 2 spg.; 5-5 Sr. KyLee Abbott, 4 ppg., 2.2 apg., 2 spg.; 5-6 Jr. Jaiden Pelton, 4.5 ppg., 2 spg.; 5-5 Jr. Torri Pannell, 6.2 ppg., 2.2 apg., 2.1 spg.; 6-0 Jr. Cassidy Hall, 8.2 ppg., 7.1 rpg. GAME: Rayburn advanced to the area round against Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill. The core as well as all starters return. Team chemistry, work ethic and now experience will be some of the overall strengths. Davis, a two-time all-district star, returns for her senior season. Hall was the district newcomer of the year. Abbott will be counted on to lead at the point guard slot, while Pannell and Pelton will be looked at to contribute on both ends of the floor. MERIT BLAND TIGERS-Coach: Cheryl Sharkey. 2010-11: 1910/7-5. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Cheyenne Phipps; 5-8 Sr. Michelle Estrada; Sr. Morgan Scobee. GAME: Bland missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. This team expects to once again compete for a post-season berth behind first team all-district Phipps, second teamer Estrada and honorable mention Scobee. TRENTON TIGERS-Coach: Mike Jones. 2010-11: 19-13/8-4. NAMES: Sr. Kristin Rhoden; Sr. Cessna Reed; Jr. Ally Murphy; Jr. Christina Acklin. GAME: Trenton advanced to the area round against Avery. Expect big things from first team all-district Reed, second teamer Rhoden and honorable mention Murphy and Acklin. CELESTE BLUE DEVILS-Coach: Heather Lane. NAMES: 5-4 Jr. Haley Trentham; Jr. Madalyne Pearce; 5-5 Jr. Morgan Lewis. GAME: Celeste turns to second team all-district Trentham and honorable mention appointees Lewis and Pearce to lead the way. BLUE RIDGE TIGERS--Coach: Cody Carlisle. 2010-11: 1-11 (district). NAMES: 5-5 Sr. Maddellyn Buchanan; 5-5 Sr. Taylor Altakruse; Sr. Jessi Price; Sr. McKenzie Saunders. GAME: Altakruse will pace the Blue Ridge attack following a second team all-district season. Help comes from honorable mention selection Buchanan. WOLFE CITY WOLVES-Coach: Belinda Lloyd. NAMES: Jr. Michaela Burge; Soph. Sarah Andrews; Jr. Miranda Walterson. GAME: Wolfe City welcomes back a trio of honorable mention picks in Burge, Andrews and Walterson. DISTRICT 18-A-I CAMPBELL INDIANS-Coach: Steve Guffey. 2010-11: 27-3. NAMES: Sr. Raedeena Skrepenski; Sr. Sarah Ingle; Sr. Kala Morgan; Soph. Haley Davidson; Sr. Katie Seale; Sr. Heather Ferguson; Jr. Breanna Ashmore. GAME: Campbell advanced to the area round against La Rue La Poynor and will be loaded and stocked for another playoff run this year. Ingle was named defensive MVP while Davidson was newcomer of the year. Add first team all-district Skrepenski and Seale and honorable mention selections Morgan, Ferguson and Ashmore and you have a lethal squad. CUMBY TROJANS-Coach: Jerry White. 2010-11: 11-17/8-2. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Demi Newsome; 5-7 Sr. Courtney Crumpton; Jr. Breanna Gay. GAME: Cumby advanced to bi-district against Trenton and will look to chase a district title this year behind second team all-district Gay and Newsome along with honorable mention pick Crumpton. FRUITVALE BOBCATS-Coach: Tommy Mobley. NAMES: Jr. Amberly Hetner; Jr. Sarah Johnston; Sr. Tiffany Williams. GAME: Fruitvale advanced to bi-district against Ivanhoe Rayburn but must replace graduated district MVP Brenda Alvizo. Look for help to come from second team all-district mates Johnston and Hetner and honorable mention Williams. SULPHUR SPRINGS NORTH HOPKINS PANTHERS-Coach: Larry Tucker. NAMES: Sr. Haley Flanagan; Soph. Chelsey Crouch; Sr. Amanda Biseneous; Jr. Macy Griner. GAME: North Hopkins should be improved with first team all-district Flanagan, second teamer Crouch and honorable mention nods Biseneous and Griner. YANTIS OWLS-Coach: Tina Carrillo. NAMES: 5-5 Soph. Angelica Sandoval; Jr. Maria Garcia. GAME: Watch for exciting first team all-disrict Sandoval to lead the team after being named to the roster while only a freshman. Help comes from honorable mention all-district Garcia. QUINLAN BOLES HORNETS-Coach: Scott Kirby. NAMES: Sr. Ty Abdo; Sr. Ashley Wells; Sr. Emily Puckett; Sr. Makenzie Morgan. GAME: Boles will be a battling bunch behind second team all-district Abdo. DISTRICT 19-A-I AVERY BULLDOGS-Coach: Sean Glenn. 2010-11: 24-9/9-1. NAMES: 5-7 Sr. Rene Powell, 12 ppg., 5 rpg.; 5-4 Sr. Brea Glenn, 10 ppg., 2 apg.; 5-9 Soph. Taylor Bowles, 11 ppg. GAME: Avery advanced to the regional quarterfinals against Honey Grove. Team has great athletes and lots of depth and returns nine of its top 10 players. Glenn was district defensive MVP while Bowles was co-newcomer of the year. Powell added first team all-district recognition. CLARKSVILLE TIGERS--Coach: Darrell Mickens. 2010-11: 15-14. NAMES: Soph. Alison Parrish; Sr. Kiersten Washington; Sr. Takela Taylor; Jr. Michelle Warnell; Sr. Betty Harris; Jr. Sherika Parrish; Jr. Keke Ricks. GAME: Clarksville advanced to bi-district against La Rue La Poynor despite fielding an incredibly young squad. Alison and Sherika Parrish were both selected honorable mention all-Red River Valley. Alison Parrish was also the district newcomer of the year while Sherika Parrish and Ricks were first team all-district and Taylor was on the second team. MCLEOD LONGHORNS-Coach: Neal Kiser. 2010-11: 6-22/2-8. NAMES: Soph. Kassie Harris; Sr. Casey Williams; Jr. Katie Harding; Fr. Courtney Hindsman; Fr. Jessica Keener. GAME: McLeod will be very young again with four to five freshmen seeing a lot of playing time with two returning starters. Team has a lot of speed which they will try and take advantage of. Great leadership should come from first team all-district point guard Harris and wing Williams. MAUD CARDINALS-Coach: Jamie Powers. NAMES: Sr. Kristyn Wright. GAME: Wright could do no wrong in a second team alldistrict campaign. SIMMS BOWIE PIRATES-Coach: Eddy May. 2010-11: 18-12. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Carrie Barnes; 5-6 Sr. Autumn Botkin. GAME: Bowie advanced to bi-district against Cayuga but was racked by the graduation of four all-district talents DETROIT EAGLES-Coach: Chad Jenkins. NAMES: Jr. Janell Hayes; Jr. Raven Bronner; Jr. Julie Jenkins. GAME: Detroit missed the playoffs after reaching the regional quarterfinals the previous year. Hayes is a mainstay and comes off a second team all-Red River Valley season as a sophomore. Bronner and Jenkins added second team all-district honors. TexPreps Basketball | Page 121 1A-I . DISTRICT 20-A-I BEN WHEELER MARTIN’S MILL MUSTANGS-Coach: Doug Barncastle. 2010-11: 39-4. NAMES: Jr. Meagan Weatherford; Jr. Taylor Munns; Sr. Kelsey Tarrant; Sr. Kenzie Roberts; 5-9 Jr. Haily Jenkins, 19 ppg., 8 rpg.; Jr. Bri Miller; Soph. Cassidy McCoy; Sr. Ashton Wood. GAME: When the bus pulls out of Ben Wheeler for the trip to Austin and the state tournament, it should just be set on auto-pilot for a team that has reached the Final Four a ridiculous six consecutive years. Last year’s run ended in a 52-49 state championship game loss to Smyer, but there is plenty reason to believe the Lady Mustangs can continue the streak. Jenkins is back after being named newcomer of the year on the all-East Texas team, and showed her mettle with 19 points and eight rebounds in the title tilt. Tarrant, Munns and Weatherford were all honorable mention allEast Texas. CAYUGA WILDCATS-Coach: Tommy Cross. 2010-11: 2211/7-3. NAMES: 5-9 Sr. Shawnta Knox, 11.5 ppg., 8.4 rpg.; 5-5 Sr. Molly Griffey; 6-0 Jr. Danielle Anderson; 5-3 Sr. Shelby Luce; 5-8 Sr. Meagan Poland; 5-1 Sr. ReAnn Richards; 5-4 Jr. Kylee Cornelius; Jr. Kaitlyn Green; Jr. Cory McCulloch. GAME: Cayuga advanced to the area round against Honey Grove. Knox was outstanding in an honorable mention allEast Texas, second team all-Dogwood Circle year and first team all-district year. LA RUE LA POYNOR FLYERS—Coach: Keith Durrett. 201011: 23-10. NAMES: 5-6 Sr. Andrea Avalos; 5-11 Jr. Cassie Tobin; 5-5 Sr. Milynne Hanks; 5-8 Sr. Harlie Burnett. GAME: La Poynor advanced to the regional quarterfinals against district rival Ben Wheeler Martin’s Mill. HAWKINS HAWKS-Coach: Quiana Rutherford. NAMES: Jr. Jaci Ledkins; Jr. Jessica Taylor; Soph. Kieara Lemons. GAME: Taylor excelled in a season that saw her earn honorable mention all-East Texas recognition. BIG SANDY WILDCATS-Coach: Bobbye McCarty. NAMES: Sr. Kalyn Brisby; Sr. Brooke Dozier. GAME: Big Sandy missed the playoffs after reaching the previous year. MALAKOFF CROSS ROADS BOBCATS-Coach: Alan Wilson. 2010-11: 5-21/1-9. NAMES: Sr. Chelsea Pryor; Sr. Kyler Newman; Jr. Kaven Keldgaard; Jr. Destiny McCracken. GAME: Cross Roads graduated five seniors from a nineplayer roster and will be young this year. DISTRICT 21-A-I MOUNT ENTERPRISE WILDCATS-Coach: Tripp Friesen. 2010-11: 17-12. NAMES: 5-1 Soph. Alesha Townsend; 5-8 Soph. Alexys Hammett. GAME: Mount Enterprise advanced to the area round against Zavalla. Hammett and Townsend were named conewcomers of the year and give this team an incredible future. OVERTON MUSTANGS-Coach: Randy Smith (320-276). 2010-11: 25-6/8-0. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Erica Carson, 14.2 ppg., 11.1 rpg., 2.2 bpg.; 5-8 Jr. Abby Mackey, 11.1 ppg., 5.9 rpg., 4.3 apg. GAME: Overton advanced to the regional semifinals against Honey Grove, in the process winning the first two playoff games in school history. There is not much depth and Carson is recovering from a torn ACL suffered in warmups of the regional semifinal game. Overton needs some help from incoming freshmen and JV players to repeat last year’s success. Mackey and Carson return after being named district co-MVPs. CUSHING BEARKATS-Coach: Tamera Robey. 2010-11: 1414/2-6. NAMES: 5-10 Sr. Krystal Barrett, 3 ppg.; 5-8 Sr. Amanda Murdock, 11 ppg.; 5-10 Soph. Mackenzie Tucker, 7.8 ppg.; 5-9 Sr. Sam Beasley, 6.5 ppg. GAME: Cushing looks to be a much more solid team. The loss of senior Jo Davis to an ACL tear last season forced some into new roles. This club should be able to have a balanced scoring effort. Murdock was first team all-district while Beasley was on the second team and Tucker was freshman of the year. PRICE CARLISLE INDIANS-Coach: Bob Tamplin. 2010-11: TexPreps Basketball | Page 122 3-5 (district). NAMES: Sr. La’Tavia Wade, 19.3 ppg., 16.7 rpg., 2.1 apg., 4.3 spg.; Jr. Kennedy Bissot; Jr. Taylor Smith; Sr. Deidra Perry; Jr. Cheyenne Sanchez; Sr. Lauren Gates. GAME: Wade and Perry are two solid building blocks after both were named honorable mention all-East Texas. Wade was third team all-East Texas, TABC all-region and district offensive MVP after averaging a monster double-double. Perry and Bissot were first team all-district while Gates was on the second team. NEW SUMMERFIELD HORNETS-Coach: Josh Fa