TerryTalks: GBCALive Team Preview: Oxford Yellow Jackets

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Oxford Yellow Jackets</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Class 6A Area 11&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Head Coach: Joel Van Meter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Last Season Record: 24-7&nbsp;(According to maxpreps.com)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: ohs.mbb</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @OldGoldMBB</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Key Players:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1958808' first='Jaylen' last='Alexander']&nbsp;</strong>(6'1/PG/'26/Oxford HS)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: j3ylen</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @256Jaylen</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jaylen is a winner in every sense. He is a floor general who elevates everyone around him and consistently impacts winning. Whether scoring, facilitating, or locking in on defense, he brings poise, toughness, and leadership to the court. The Yellow Jackets will go as far as Jaylen takes them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2726872' first='Marcus' last='Perry']&nbsp;</strong>(6'3/SG/'27/Oxford HS)<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: _.ihoopmarcus04</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @Marcustotuff04</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Marcus is a lethal shooter with deep range and he stretches defenses and makes defenders pay for any daylight that they give him. He is also an aggressive offensive rebounder from the wing and brings a competitive edge every time he steps on the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2726864' first='Chris' last='Latson']</strong> (6'4/‘27/F/Oxford)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: thaaatboichris</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @thaatboii_chris</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Chris is a long, athletic forward who thrives in the open floor. He is a versatile defender, slasher, and he plays with bounce and intensity. His ability to guard multiple positions and attack off the dribble adds valuable versatility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Key Role Players to Watch at #GBCALive:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2748377' first='Caileb' last='Wilson']</strong> (5'10/CG/'27/Oxford)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Caileb, is one of the most talked about transfers this off-season as he is a competitive combo guard who brings playmaking, shot creation, and toughness to the backcourt. He scores at all three levels and is a willing facilitator. With the tools to be a breakout performer, Caileb, who transferred from Hoover, could become one of the most impactful additions in the state next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2726852' first='Conner' last='Downey Richerzhagen']</strong> (6'1/SG/'27/Oxford)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @CRich2027</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Conner is a pure shooter with touch and range. The coaching staff is eager to see what kind of leap he will take this summer. If his confidence and consistency rise, he could be a difference-maker in key moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>What To Expect From The Tigers At #GBCALive:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Expect a relentless, defense-first team that thrives with their on-ball pressure and aggressive rebounding. On offense, Oxford emphasizes smart ball movement, crashing the glass, and taking high-percentage shots. They play unselfishly and with an edge.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>#TerryTalks Bottom Line:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">“After falling just short last season, this Oxford team is coming back tougher, deeper, and more determined. Expect them to compete with a chip on their shoulder and play with Final Four energy at #GBCALive.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->