Veteran Shooters, Rising Stars, and A Faster Identity

Bob Jones High School   Class 7A Area 8     Head Coach: Bryant Starkey   Last Season Record: 20-11 (According to maxpreps.com)   IG: bjhs_basketball   X: @BJHSbasketball   Key Players:   [player_tooltip player_id='1958758' first='Jacob' last='Parks'] (6'6/SG/2026/Bob Jones) 10   IG: real_jacob10   X: @JacobParks_10   Jacob is one of the Patriots' veteran leaders entering his third varsity season. He is a proven shot-maker, as he connected on 33% from three last year and has worked tirelessly to become a more consistent perimeter threat. His size and strength allow him to score around the basket, especially when matched up against smaller defenders. Beyond his skill set, Jacob provides leadership and maturity that sets the tone for the program both on and off the court.   Harrison Lockett (6'3/CG/'26/Bob Jones)   IG: xlncharrison_   X: @xlncharrisonL   Harrison shot an impressive 38% from three last season and has built his reputation as the team's premier on-ball defender. He took major strides this summer, displaying improved confidence and composure. He is a relentless worker, as he is the first one in the gym and the last to leave leading by example and setting the competitive tone for the group.   [player_tooltip player_id='1958756' first='Ethan' last='Whorton'] (6'0/PG/'26/Bob Jones)   IG: ethan_whorton5   Ethan is the Patriots' true floor general. He consistently prioritizes creating for others, often passing up good looks for himself to generate great shots for teammates. He handles defensive pressure with poise and is also one of the team's most reliable perimeter shooters. Simply put: as Ethan goes, so do the Patriots.   Key Role Players to Watch:   MJ Robinson (6'3/SG/'26/Bob Jones)   MJ is a senior who brings experience and steadiness to the rotation, He has played meaningful varsity minutes for three seasons. He is known for doing all the little things right, he finished last season strong, averaging 14.8 points per game over the final seven contests. Expect MJ to continue being a steady, two-way contributor.   [player_tooltip player_id='2841704' first='Brian' last='Kellum'] (6'4/F/'27/Bob Jones)   Brian is a junior stepping into his first varsity action, he brings athleticism and energy to the frontcourt. He runs the floor exceptionally well and plays above the rim, giving the Patriots a vertical dimension that can change the pace of the game.   Returning Starters:   [player_tooltip player_id='1958758' first='Jacob' last='Parks'] (SG/12th Grade)   Harrison Lockett (SG/12th Grade)   New Additions:   Ty Pace (5'10/PG'/28) Transferred from Sparkman HS where he has played varsity basketball since 8th grade.   What To Expect From The Patriots This Season:   This year's Bob Jones team will look noticeably different from last season's group. While last year's squad relied on size and half-court execution, this year's roster is built for speed, tempo, and offensive versatility. Expect the Patriots to push the pace, get into sets earlier in the shot clock, and rely on multiple scoring options across the roster. Defensively, this team will pressure the ball, rotate aggressively, and use its depth to maintain intensity throughout games. The combination of veteran leadership and emerging talent gives this group a balanced, competitive edge.   What Will It Take for The Patriots To Win State?   The key to a championship run will be selflessness and consistency. The Patriots must fully buy into a team-first mindset, moving the ball, finding the hot hand, and trusting one another every possession. If they stay committed to daily shooting improvement and continue to grow defensively as a unit, Bob Jones has all the pieces to contend for a deep postseason run.

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