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EYE OF THE STORM: No. 10 Hightower Leans on Sisterhood to Navigate Change and Sustain Its Success

No. 10 Hightower Hurricanes

Coach Jasmine Brewer and the Hightower Hurricanes are coming off a remarkable 31-4 season that ended in the Regional Finals. But with the departure of Ogechi Okeke, the state's No. 1 recruit who transferred to Oak Cliff Faith Family, the Hurricanes have a significant void to fill.

The challenge is clear: reload, regroup and prove Hightower is still a force in the postseason picture. Fortunately, Brewer has plenty of talent to work with. Northwestern State commit Eryn Roberts returns to lead the way alongside Sucil Stephens, Kameryn Walker and A’aliyah Wood.

That veteran core will be instrumental as the Hurricanes embrace new roles and find their rhythm. For Brewer, the identity of this team goes beyond talent. It's about the bond between teammates and how they respond to adversity. “Sisterhood isn't proven when everything is going well,” Brewer said. “It’s proven when things get hard, emotions get high, mistakes happen, and we still choose ‘WE’ over ‘ME’.”

Brewer emphasizes embracing the process, mental toughness and steady improvement throughout the season. The Hurricanes may have a different look in 2026-27, but their commitment to sisterhood and another deep postseason push hasn't wavered.

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