CHOCTAW YELLOWJACKETS
Coach: JERMAINE SIMPSON
2024-25 Record: 18-9
OUTLOOK
With a few starters coming back to the court for head coach Jermaine Simpson, the team is poised to continue that upward climb and become the playoff/tournament team they know they can become.
“Returning three starters and three others that received valuable varsity experience. The expectations are high for this group that was one game away from playing in the state tournament,” coach Simpson said.
Jordan Valentine (6-5) is a two-way player and one of the top wings in the state. A three-year starter is receiving interest from schools at the next level and has been named to the VYPE Top 100 this season. Steven Anderson (5-10) is a combo guard and Jamahri Jackson (5-10) at point guard are two players who elevate the game in the backcourt.
Bryce Thompson (6-2) adds more juice to the backcourt for the Yellowjackets giving them some depth at the position. Also look for Titus Hawk (6-8) at forward who has continued to develop as one of the top bigs in the state. Another player to watch is Tyler Smith (6-2) at guard. Smith is a solid defensive player and someone who can help this team win games.
Other players to watch include Joseph Dewey (6-5), Caden Niang (6-6), Isareal Hammons (6-5), Terry Mack (6-4), Ryan Loudermilk (6-2), Jaylen Glaze (6-2), and Cary Pittman (5-10).
