FACA Player of the Year Spotlight

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Florida Athletic Coaches Association (FACA) annually honors the top student-athletes and coaches across the state, and this year's Player of the Year recipients have left no doubt about their impact on the court.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1658584' first='Toni' last='Bryant'] | F | 2026 | NTC (@the_Tonibryant | @NTChoops)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The <strong>1A District 10 </strong>Player of the Year has been one of the fastest-rising recruits in the country. Bryant's combination of size, skill, and athleticism makes her a matchup nightmare. Expect her stock to keep climbing as she continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1450225' first='Tate' last='Darner'] | G | 2025 | SFA (@TateDarner_)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Darner has done it again, winning the <strong>FACA 2A District 5</strong> Player of the Year award for the third consecutive season (2023, 2024, 2025). His elite shooting, playmaking, and leadership have earned him a spot in the FACA All-Star Game. Chattanooga is getting an absolute steal in this three-time district POY.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2531949' first='Quinton' last='Wilson'] | G | 2028 | VCA (@crusaderball23)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Just getting started, Wilson was named FACA District Player of the Year, proving that even as an underclassman, he's already among the best. The future is bright for this rising star.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1379527' first='KJ' last='Smith'] | G | 2025 | Wiregrass (@thekjsmith | @Wiregrassbball)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The <strong>6A District 10</strong> Player of the Year, Smith has been a consistent force for Wiregrass. His scoring ability, defensive intensity, and leadership have made him a cornerstone for his program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2299651' first='Deandre' last='Harvey'] | G | 2025 | Williston (@deeharv_5)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harvey has been dominant, averaging 23.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3 steals per game on his way to earning <strong>FACA District 7 Rural </strong>Class Player of the Year honors. A two-way standout, he impacts the game in every phase and is a player to watch moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1505291' first='Ethan' last='Hicks'] | G | 2025 | Wesley Chapel (@EthanHicks2025 | @Coachgray10021)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Named <strong>5A District 10 </strong>Player of the Year, Hicks has been one of the more efficient guards in the state. His ability to take over games with his scoring and facilitate for teammates has set him apart.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1453482' first='Coy' last='Sizemore'] | G | 2025 | North Marion (@CoySizemore12)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sizemore has been instrumental for North Marion, earning <strong>District 7 4A</strong> Player of the Year honors. His ability to control the pace and make clutch plays has made him a nightmare for opposing defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Trey Chisholm | G | 2026 | Forest (@Chisolm_trey2)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chisholm has consistently delivered all season, earning <strong>FACA 6A District 7 </strong>Player of the Year. His poise, skill, and relentless motor make him one of the top players in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Gavin Jones | 2025 | Oak Hall (@_gavinjones2)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Known as “The Captain,” Jones has been a leader on and off the court. His selection as FACA District Player of the Year is a testament to his impact, both statistically and as a vocal presence for Oak Hall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jadyn Wood | G | 2025 | Gulf (@WoodJaydn | @GulfBoysHoops)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wood earned the <strong>4A District 10</strong> Player of the Year honor after putting together a strong senior campaign. His ability to create offense and lock down defensively has made him a key piece for Gulf.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->