One of the biggest 17 U Peach Jam blowouts I’ve ever seen saw Mokan Elite just flat out dominate as a 39-4 run in the second and third quarters extended the lead beyond 40 points at one stage in the game. Pogi was crushing it offensively as the undersized guard hit tough shots off movement and got to the paint in transition when the defense couldn’t get set. Committed to in state powerhouse Oklahoma State, Pogi has established himself as a top player in the state and will look to continue to build his legacy in his home state at the college level.

Pogi is a scoring combo guard who shot it well from three in this game.  Drained 4-10 from distance which is what he is best at.  Well built guard made shots both pulling up from deep, off the dribble, and on the catch as he dropped 14 points and had 3 assists.

Since Pogi’s freshman year, there was a feeling he was destined for big things. The loud scoring numbers quickly followed during his sophomore and junior seasons, including leading Southmoore to a State Tournament appearance. His play with Mokan has helped him balance his impressive offensive scoring arsenal with true floor general abilities. It was very much on display as he controlled games all June long at various camps with Southmoore. In particular, there’s more accuracy and feel to his passing as he LED a very impressive Sabercats team. Watching Pogi this June felt like an evolved version of his game. Still capable of scoring brilliance now with more understanding of how to get the most of his teammates and controlling game flow.

Pogi will also be tested matching up against the Rams from MICDS. Expect the junior to be the best player on the floor and look to takeover in this one. His shot-making is at an all-time high and he looks to continue his outstanding shooting that he has carried from the prep circuit back to his high school club. While MICDS are the reigning state champs, look for them to struggle to keep up if Pogi is on his game. The losses of seniors Brandon Clemens and Keshon Mims will be too much to overcome in this one.

Pogi continues to play with extreme confidence on the offensive side of the floor. At the Oklahoma State Team Camp, the junior has been a sniper from deep. He has shown unlimited range to go along with his elite ball skills. Pogi has always been a great scorer but his ability to relocate and stay shot ready off the ball has been something we have seen a lot of lately. His teammates have found him consistently and he has continued to show why he may be the most clutch player in the state come next winter.

The Oklahoma State commit has found his footing over the last two weeks for MOKAN. It’s always an adjustment going from even the 6A level to the highest level of AAU basketball. Especially as the role from having to carry the whole offense in high school, to balancing his skilled scoring with more playmaking. This weekend in KC, Pogi started to hand out the dimes. With two games of 7 assists, and most importantly leading his team to wins. Including a 25 point capper and victory on Monday. In that game, he looked more comfortable playing off the ball and more vocal. All very encouraging signs that Pogi will be successful at the next level.

Pogi is the first commitment for Oklahoma State in their 2027 class. Having already made a decision, Tyson should have some comfort and peace of mind as he heads into his senior season at Southmoore. Tyson and his teammates had a gauntlet for a schedule this past season and the junior should be able to draw from a lot of those experiences. With five 30+ point games for the SaberCats this season, look for Pogi to continue to elevate his play with more clutch shot-making as he is an elite offensive player.

Pogi played very stiff competition throughout the season. Against arguably the toughest conference in the state, Pogi excelled as a consistent scoring threat and lead his team to the state tournament. Pogi will enter his senior season as a back-to-back district offensive player of the year as well in 6A. The junior had five 30+ point games and is an excellent finisher around the paint. Pogi has a hesitation dribble that allows him to regularly get past defenders and put pressure on the defense. His ability to elevate for both his floater and mid-range jumper were seemingly on display every night this season. He is a clutch shot maker and will look to lead the SaberCats to a state title next season.

After a slow start as the center of attention on defense, Pogi did catch fire from deep to provide a bit of show. His ability to pull up off the dribble and often from well beyond the arc makes him a must watch prospect. Finished with 20 points after a fourth quarter flurry.

While a bitter ending to the season, riding the roller coaster of the season and reaching State is a very good accomplishment. Now the focus on Pogi will turn to a pivotal 17U year against national level competition.

The two game Area numbers for Pogi are as always impressive, with averages of 31 points, 5 assists and 4.5 rebounds from those two games. He’s a complete scorer with likely the best all around bag of dribble moves and shooting ability in the state. The scoring production is rightfully what draws the attention. And makes him a nationally regarded recruit. But it wasn’t a score by Pogi that punched the Sabercats’ ticket to state.

After a pair of Choctaw free throws put Southmoore down one in the final minute, Pogi went to work. He dribbled around a double team, drew in help defenders and made the winning pass to his teammate Chaves at the rim. That’s the type of smart winning play that will help the junior separate from other elite scorers.