Team Preview: Dixie Flyers

<p>Here’s something I know. You can love the Dixie Flyers as much, but it’s impossible to love the program more than Head Coach Tyler_ Roberts. The coach enters his 14th year at the school, 10 as an assistant and now 4 as the Head Man. During his tenor, which includes a State Title in 2020, Roberts has succeeded in creating a powerhouse culture. Affectionately known as the "Fly Fam", the team rallies around the coach's laser focused philosophy. "Our goals are to play together for a common purpose," says Roberts. After losing 9 seniors from last year’s 19 win squad, those goals will be put to the test this season. While seemingly a daunting task for some, the optimistic Coach has a much different View. "We have an opportunity for more coaching success through working harder" "If we get the guys to buy into Fly Fam we will reach our goals" </p> <p><strong>HC:</strong> Tyler_ Roberts 4th Year </p> <p><strong>Division:</strong> 4A </p> <p><strong>2020-2021 Record:</strong> 19-5</p> <p><em>Key Returners:</em></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1191950" first="Bronson" last="Barben"] <em>6’5 PF 2022</em> - Barben is a two-sport athlete that stars at QB for the football squad. A key frontcourt member on the hardwood. he’s described as a "Beast" by Roberts. He is expected to see time at the 3, 4, and 5 this season for the Flyers.  </p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Grant-Carter.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1271988 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Grant-Carter-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a>[player_tooltip player_id="1132297" first="Grant" last="Carter"] <em>5’11 CG 2023</em> - The coach describes Carter’s game as "unorthodox" While an apt description, you must also include the words effective when discussing the junior guards game.  Carter will handle multiple backcourt duties and showed the ability to use his "unorthodox" game to create plays for himself and his teammates during the scrimmage. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Risko.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1271991 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Risko-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a>[player_tooltip player_id="1191953" first="Risko" last="Brooks"] <em>6’0 SG 2022</em> - Brooks should see increased minutes this season. The Slovakia native contributed last year but has the chance to be play an even larger role this season. His quickness is tangible and instantly jumped out during the scrimmage. He list "Making everyone else better" as his team goal. A high academic prospect, Brooks currently carries a 4.0 GPA. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>Key Newcomers: </em></p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Kyle-Lemke-2.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1271995 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Kyle-Lemke-2-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a>[player_tooltip player_id="1185179" first="Kyle" last="Lemke"] <em>6’7 C 2024</em> - Saw a lot of Lemke during the Grassroots season. He credits coach Roberts with instilling his signature skill in him. His rim running stood out this summer, and he’s embraced it even more. The 6’7 post will team with 2023 C [player_tooltip player_id="1046138" first="Kean" last="Webb"], to provide frontcourt depth for the squad. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>Sleepers: </em></p> <p><strong><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Cameron-Dyer.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1271998 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/08/Cameron-Dyer-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a>Camron Dyer</strong> <em>6’5 PF 2022</em> - Dyer is a newcomer who comes to the team from Rochester New York. After spending time playing for the Las Vegas Punishers in the summer, the high flyer instantly provides an infusion of athleticism to the team. He describes himself as an "All-Around two-way player that Just wants to Win" He blocked several shots in the scrimmage, making him one of my leading candidates for the state's top undersized rim protector. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>Top Prospects: </em></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1046138" first="Kean" last="Webb"] <em>6’9 C 2023</em> - It could be a breakout season for Webb. He wasn’t at the workout, however, he will be expected to be one of the Flight’s main contributors. According to Roberts the junior post has gotten stronger, became a better low post finisher, and has shown the ability to stretch the floor. </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://twitter.com/7outzbballclub1">Follow Prep Hoops</a></p>