#TerryTalks Summer Preview: Bob Jones Patriots 2025

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Bob Jones Patriots</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Class 7A Area 8&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Head Coach: Bryant Starkey</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Last Season Record: 20-11&nbsp;(According to maxpreps.com)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: bjhs_basketball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @BJHSbasketball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Key Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1958758' first='Jacob' last='Parks']</strong> (6'6/SG/2026/Bob Jones) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: real_jacob10</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @JacobParks_10</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jacob is a dynamic shot-maker with deep range, and is the go-to scorer and emotional leader for the Patriots. He has the length and versatility to guard all five positions and is regarded as one of the best leaders to come through the Bob Jones program. Expect him to be a matchup problem on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Harrison Lockett</strong> (6'3/CG/'26/Bob Jones)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: xlncharrison_</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @xlncharrisonL</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Harrison is the team's defensive anchor as he brings intense on-ball defensive pressure. He is efficient from beyond the arc (38% from 3 last season), has exceptional court vision, and plays with a high IQ and toughness. He is a glue guy with the ability to impact the game in every category.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1958756' first='Ethan' last='Whorton']</strong> (6'0/PG/'26/Bob Jones)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: ethan_whorton5</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Ethan is a true floor general and is really good at controlling tempo with his ability to handle the rock and be a playmaker. He makes smart reads, delivers high-level passes, and can knock down shots when needed. He is calm under pressure and has the ability to run the offense which are two components that are key to the Patriots' identity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>The Patriots' Identity &amp; Summer Focus</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Bob Jones is shifting toward a faster, more guard-oriented system built around tempo, pressure defense, and perimeter shooting. With a roster full of experienced varsity contributors, the team is poised to take a big leap forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">This group has played together for three seasons and is focused on making the transition from experienced to elite. Defensively, the Patriots will lean into aggressive pressure, while the offensive system will emphasize spacing, ball movement, and outside shooting threats at every position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Summer Goals:</strong> Coach Starkey wants his team to develop team chemistry, elevate their tempo, and take the next step in pursuit of a championship-level season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Here's Where You Can Find The Patriots In June:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">June 2nd: @ Calhoun Community College</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">June 10th: @ Supreme Courts</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">June 12-13: @ University of Alabama-Huntsville Team Camp</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">June 17th: @ Huntsville HS Play date</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">June 20-21: Tennessee Live Period (Franklin, TN)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->