VERITAS OPEN GYM- STANDOUTS

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yesterday we traveled out to look at Veritas Christian Academy in Arden, NC. They are coached by Tyler Howard, Trent Wells, &amp; J Johnston. Trent Wells is taking over as interim Head Coach while Coach Tyler Howard is away. Trent played Division 3 Ball at Guilford College. Both Coach Howard &amp; Wells are Veritas Alumni.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> In 2012, Veritas made history playing some of the best teams the program has seen, including Mount Zion, Faith Baptist, Christ School, &amp; Oak Hill Academy. Basil Deveaux led them with 16.7 Points Per Game, and Tyler Howard led the team with 9.1 Rebounds Per Game. 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