TerryTalks: GBCALive Team Preview: Minor Tigers

Minor Tigers   Class 6A Area 9    Head Coach: Isaiah Hill      Last Season Record: 21-8 (According to maxpreps.com)   IG: Minormbb   X: @Minorhoops   Returning Starters:   [player_tooltip player_id='2314066' first='Isaiah' last='McClain']    Marquis Evans    [player_tooltip player_id='2314060' first='Carmelo' last='Burroughs']    [player_tooltip player_id='2472400' first='Carlos' last='Fuller']   Key Players:   [player_tooltip player_id='2314066' first='Isaiah' last='McClain'] (5'10/CG/2026/Minor HS)   IG: Isaiah2lucky   X: @IsaiahM52290840   Isaiah will unquestionably be one of the most prolific backcourt scorers on display. A true three-level threat, he can create a shot at any time, whether by breaking down defenders for a jumper or slicing into the lane with purpose. He is a high-volume scorer with advanced shot-making ability and a confident approach that sets the tone. His leadership and experience will be critical to the Tigers' success this season.   [player_tooltip player_id='2314060' first='Carmelo' last='Burroughs'] (6'2/G/'26/Minor)   X: @BurroughsM3LO   Carmelo is a high-motor guard who brings energy, toughness, and scoring from the perimeter. He excels as a secondary ball-handler and thrives in transition and pressure moments. He is a relentless competitor, with mental toughness and his two-way presence makes him a foundational piece.   Marquis Evans (6'6/F/'27/Minor)   Marquis has positional size and length, and he anchors the Tigers' defense. He alters shots, cleans up on the boards, and provides much-needed interior presence. His role as the team's defensive backbone will be crucial in tight, physical matchups.   Key Role Players to Watch at #GBCALive:   Darius Johnson (Minor)   Darius is a high-motor player who brings constant energy and effort on both ends of the floor. Expect him to be a glue guy that does the dirty work.   [player_tooltip player_id='2887400' first='Cornellious' last='Sails'] (5'8/CG/'27/Minor)   IG: deylove_cj1   X: @DeyLove_Cj1   CJ is a certified sniper with unlimited range. He spaces the floor and can change the game in an instant with his ability to stretch defenses. He is a young talent with confidence and a scorer's mentality.   [player_tooltip player_id='2314071' first='Royon' last='Spears'] (6'3/PG/'26/Minor)   IG: royonspears10   X: @royonspears10   Royon is a long, athletic point guard with a solid PG IQ, he consistently makes winning plays on both ends of the floor. He reads the game well, initiates offense with poise, and has the ability to finish above the rim in transition or traffic. Defensively, he has the potential to be a lockdown on-ball defender who uses his length and lateral quickness to disrupt ball handlers and passing lanes. His blend of size, vision, and toughness makes him a dynamic two-way lead guard.   Kenneth Benefield (6'6/F/'26/Minor)   Kenneth is a versatile and explosive forward who impacts the game in multiple ways. He thrives in transition, elevates quickly around the rim, and finishes with authority. His athleticism allows him to guard multiple positions, and he is an underrated passer who facilitates well from the high post or short corner. His combination of size, skill, and feel makes him a valuable asset on both ends of the court.   What To Expect From The Tigers At #GBCALive:   1. Player-Led Decision-Making   The Tigers teach more than plays, they teach how to play. By emphasizing reads, recognition, and reaction, the coaching staff empowers players to make smart, in-game decisions. This style nurtures basketball IQ and makes the team more adaptable to changing situations.   2. Fast-Paced, Motion Offense   Expect constant movement, purposeful spacing, and selfless ball sharing. Their offense is built to keep defenders moving, generate high-percentage looks, and ensure every player is involved. It is a system that thrives on tempo and reads, not just sets.   3. Defensive Versatility and Pressure   Minor's defense is aggressive and adjustable. Whether it is switching schemes or applying full-court pressure, they aim to disrupt rhythm, force mistakes, and dictate the pace defensively. Their ability to lock in and create chaos is a major weapon.   #TerryTalks Bottom Line   The Minor Tigers are built to compete, as they play fast, physical, and smart. With explosive guard play, positional versatility, and a commitment to playing hard on every possession, they are a team that will bring intensity, discipline, and a winning mentality to every matchup.

Minor Tigers