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Nothing but net

SaNyla Bullock, Staff writer • February 28, 2024

The seconds tick down as the team races down the court finishing for the tie, behind by two. The offense sets up for a final play and swings the ball to the outside as sophomore Avery Archer launches a...

No ‘I’ in TEAM

Christian Alvarado, Staff writer • March 9, 2023

With an overall record of 19-10 and a district record of 9-3, the girls’ basketball team has shown endurance, motivation, and drive to return to the field of play as contenders for a district championship...

Taking the lead

Sloan McKeehan, Staff writer • February 16, 2023

Basketball is a team sport focused on effort and communication. If the players aren’t connected, the whole game falls apart. In order for players to win they need to be able to trust their teammates...

Stepping out: Junior basketball player looks to establish himself as an individual outside brothers legacy

Nicole Hernandez • January 28, 2022

he court standing at 6’5” and 210 lbs. Though Rodney casts a big shadow, TJ has stepped into the light on his own to make his presence known on the court.

For the love of the game: Coach returns to same court where she started program over 40 years ago

Sophia Bradley • February 27, 2020

Four decades ago, Ruth Whiteley started teaching and coaching the girls basketball program at Bryan High. For 10 years she coached the team until she transitioned into a full time history teacher.

We’re all in this together: Basketball team pushes student body to increase school spirit

Rhys Shields • December 2, 2019

As basketball season gets into full swing, the team has made it a priority to involve the student body in a way that will impact the spirit of the school as a whole. The relationship between the fans and the players is symbiotic as one feeds off the other to create a successful season.

Sophomore basketball player showcases large presence on court

Owen Gibbs • January 10, 2019

The final seconds tick down. The Vikings have the ball. Sophomore power forward, Rodney Johnson pushes his way through heavy traffic to get to the goal and score. As one of the youngest players on the team, Rodney continues to show growth as he advances to lead the team in the future.

Get your head in the game: Senior leads team both on court, academically

Alexis Martinez • November 15, 2017

The pristine shine of polished hardwood, crowds screaming “Defense!”, coaches yelling for players to watch the ball, and only 30 seconds left on the clock. For senior Wade McGregor, this is the atmosphere that pushes and inspires him to keep coming back to the game he loves to play.

Taking it to the hoop: Senior posts up in leadership role on team

Kaywin McCall • November 10, 2017

Working one’s way up to the top requires hard word, dedication, time, effort, and patience. When a sophomore earns their spot on a varsity team, the style of play changes. It’s faster, it’s harder, it’s more aggressive, and it’s overwhelming, but as the seasons pass, the player gains experience and that sophomore who was overwhelmed now leads the team. Senior Charnell Gibson has experienced this in basketball, starting out on the JV team as a freshman and then as a sophomore on varsity. She was immersed in the change of pace and is now leading the charge on the court.

Seniors lead team through perseverance, determination

Mackenzie Johnson • December 14, 2016

Basketball is the definition of a team sport. Five players on the court must interact in a seamless fashion to effectively protect their own goal and score points in their opponent’s. Injuries and setbacks can ruin a season and cripple a team, but they can also be used to strengthen bonds and push the team to come together even more.

Ball is life: Junior leads basketball team to success as veteran player

Kaywin McCall • November 28, 2016

Walking into the gym on a cold Tuesday night, there’s a basketball pounding the floor and a crowd roaring at the game they’re watching. The Bryan High varsity boy’s basketball team is led by 6’2”, 180 pounds of pure toughness, junior Zach Nutall who averaged 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists last season as a sophomore, and is constantly improving his averages and the team’s success.

Slam dunk: Senior secures success for basketball team

Robert Morgan • March 10, 2015

Getting the ball off the rebound, number 11 sweeps in and sprints down the court. The other end of the court is wide open and the Viking players do their best to protect him as he preps to make an Empire State Building sized jump. Senior Quaylon Newton gets up to the basket and makes a slam dunk with a force that could break the glass of the backboard. All the while the crowd is going wild as the Vikings take the lead in the last few seconds, and win the game.