justdunkit

I heard there was a lot of trash talking from Brainerd before and during this game. Seems like it backfired. Come on Haywood and Coach Dancy need two more wins.

I dont think it was necessarily a weak class. We sent four teams from the area to state, five if you count DII. All those teams had some seniors leading the way. I think one of the major setbacks for girls in this area is exposure OUTSIDE of this area. I know personally 3 out of the 4 girls that got D1 offers play on travel teams. I know personally that Crawford and Shutes play travel ball extensively and are recruited heavily. Travel ball is not cheap and I would love to see a travel team for the West TN area. I think that maybe the major reason we dont see so many offers. What do you think?

To my knowledge there are four ladies committed to D1 schools this year. Jones (MTSU), King (SIUE), Pipkin (UTM) and Perry (UTM). Are there any others out there that I may have missed? If not, why do you think an area so rich in girls basketball have so few D1 commits?

I agree with you that 1-4 is WIDE open. I'm not ready to crown Westview just yet. They have an incredible post player in Deja but if you get in a running match with this team they cant keep up. And without Titi Vincent you lose speed and a good defender. I think they will struggle without Tasia, and maybe some when she gets back. South Gibson only district loses last year were to Westview and they came in second in the district and region. They almost beat Haywood in sectionals and it seems they have a stronger team this year. Milan with coach Eddings and Xzandrea in the middle I think they have a shot at beating Westview also. X is a very athletic post and I think Eddings will be good for her. If they get good guard play they will be a tough out. Dyersburg is quick and if you get in a running match with them, Lady Bug (Jamirah Shutes mini me) will run you out the gym. They also have a larger post presence this year. I think we are in for a very entertaining season.

Look for Xzandrea Moore from Milan to become a team leader this year on a very talented team.

Elli Pratt at Crockett County Cheyenne Cunningham at South Side Allie Smithson at Gibson Justyce White at Gibson Not sure if they are top tier players or role players in a good system. MOST of the girls in the top 10 can create a shot on their own. Haven't seen enough of the Gibson County girls to see if it's true of them. I defer to GCPioneer might have more insight on them.

I didn't say a college coach needed anything to justify their decision, I said notice a kid. Notice- to become aware; bring to attention of. An article can be used by a kid for their own recruiting. I'm a transit to this area so I read this paper and several others. Just strange to see such a glaring difference in this particular one. Maybe that comes from seeing things in a different light.

http://www.jacksonsun.com/story/sports/high-school/2016/08/29/chesters-pipkin-made-move-soccer-volleyball/89561000/ ****I AM NOT TALKING ABOUT THE ATHLETE, I'M TALKING ABOUT THE REPORTING*** Now that I have got that out the way. This is partially what someone said about bias reporting. When was the last time a Chester County volleyball player had a feature article? Or when was it newsworthy that an athlete changed sports especially a sport that is not their main focus? I bring this up because there are athletes out there that may need an article or two to get some people (college coaches) to take notice of them. This area has some great athletes, some talents that have not been recognized. I'm just saying shine the spotlight a little bit wider Micheal.

Who you talking about?

Carla Wyatt from South Gibson, hands down. First year high school coach with 20 wins in a district that has AA powerhouse Westview. Also reached sub state in a region that has Chester County, Lexington, South Side and Dyersburg in it.

I am sure they were great games and I cant argue any of them because I was not there. A few girls basketball games that I think should have made it... 1. South Side vs Haywood girls with the game coming down to a full court drive with time running out. 2. Westview vs Chester County girls regional semi-final with two of the top players going at it and one forcing OT and the win. 3. Haywood vs South Gibson girls sub state SG down by 15+ early to come back only to lose in the final minutes with key player fouling out and another one getting hurt. I think it was a great season for girls basketball and with a great crop of seniors this year I don't know if we will see anything like this upcoming season in West TN for a while. I just hope Michael can keep up.

I have not at anytime mentioned anyones name and actually stated that the players selected are good. So I dont see what your talking about saying, "getting on here and saying that any of these kids don't deserve it, well In my opinion is quite tacky" I asked a question of who would be your pick? Someone stated that the reporter was bias and I agreed with them. At no time has anyone bashed any kid. This post wasnt even about the kids it was the reporting.

First of all I don't think if someone plays 12 different sports that should matter. We are talking about 1 sport on this forum...BASKETBALL...and how the local paper represents the BASKETBALL talent. Second of all I dont live in Brownsville and I nor you, I suspect, know how many subscribers there are in either city. And finally for you to say that the paper picks which athletes they report on based on subscriptions is a sad commentary for sports in this area. I pray that this is just your view and not factual. PS. Also its got to be sad to think everything is financially motivated. Some of the best things in life are free.

If you are asking that question then you dont read the Jackson Sun that often. One example is there is a D2 girls program that has won one playoff game in three years and that team and player is All West TN every year. There is another program that hasnt been relevant for almost 20 years. The past two years, with the help of ONE outstanding player, that D1 AA team has won the district, region and made it to state. That player has changed a program and was only a sophomore but you rarely hear anything about her or the program. Pay close attention and you will see 3 schools/players mention 85%-90% of the time by Jackson Sun. I will not mention the girls because they are not the blame and are good players but so are so many others in this region. If we are mentioning teams look for USJ, TCA and Chester County

Just read the Jackson Sun also its so bias its not worth the read. Good thing the game is played on the floor versus in print. Also tired of seeing the same 3 players always being mentioned. It would be nice to see some diversity in that paper!!!