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High school basketball season rolls into the New Year to the cheer of local fans screaming…“We’re Number 1”…
As part of the excitement of the three point shot, slam dunk and full court pressure defense, VYPE Three Rivers presents VYPE FAB FIVE as we rank the top five boys and girls teams in the race to the “Big House” in March.
1. Roland—The “Running Rangers” continue their road to the Big House with its uptempo style offense and pressure defense. Seth Youngblood, Brooks Robertson, Corey Meadors, Kaleb Parmar and Christian Collins provide plenty of problems for their opponents..
2. Porter—The Pirates appear to be reaching their peak as the playoffs approach. Battling injuries in the early season, Erick Broadnax and Jacob Richardson has Porter’s ship sailing in the right direction of the state tournament.
The VYPE Fab Five basketball poll may well see some changes as the season continues and local teams settle the question of which teams are the best choice for a solid gold “championship season.”
You can be a part of the VYPE Fab Five rankings by submitting your vote by email:
editor@vype.com
3. Sequoyah Tahlequah—The Indians are on the right path to “return to the Big House” as the talented and athletic skills challenge opponents to slow down the offense while Sequoyah’s defense forces turnovers resulting in points. Bench strength continues to add to the victory column.
4. Muldrow—Quickness and aggressive defense make the Bulldogs tough to handle. Nate Hamilton and Gherrold Kimbrew give opponents plenty of problems for Coach Randy Martin’s squad.
5. Gore—The Pirates are catching the fever as the playoffs begin. Trey Slate, Garrett Lehnick, Derrick Jestice and Logan Ohl has coach Jordan Garner's squad headed toward a serious playoff run.
Outside Looking In Oktaha—Spiro—Haskell
1. Oktaha—With a 22nd
consecutive
20-plus win season in hand, the Lady Tigers continue their search of gold in Class 2A. Lanessa Grayson, Hali Logan, Whitney Brown, Jaylie Roper, Pete Douglas give coach Chester Pittman plenty of options for success.
2. Fort Gibson—The Lady Tigers present multiple challenges to their opponents including red-hot perimeter shooting along with a pressure-style defense producing turnovers. Julia Hill, Taylor London, Jodi Glover, Savannah Gray plus bench strength adds to the opportunities for coach Jerry Walker’s team to repeat last season’s gold ball season.
3. Muskogee—After a Shrine tourney championship and runner-up finish at Moore, the Lady Roughers have regained early season form as the Class 3A playoffs approach. Kelsey McClure, Alexus Wilson along with Chelsea Keys and Coco Epps give opponents multiple challenges.
4. Muldrow—Natalie Frederick and Halee Sharp lead the way for Coach Jana Armer’s squad as the Class 4A playoffs approach.
5. Eufaula—Alyssa Banks has the Lady Ironheads poised to make a deep run in the Class 3A playoffs.
Outside Looking In Tahlequah—Roland—Sequoyah Tahlequah
Basketball teams in Three Rivers Territory…are built TOUGH…
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