NO SHORTCUTS: Hard Work Sets the Standard for No. 7 Manvel Entering a New Season
No. 7 — Manvel Mavericks
The Manvel Mavericks shouldn't be judged by size alone. Under head coach Jhared Marshall, the Mavs have built their identity around one defining principle: work.
“That’s our culture,” Marshall said. “When we come out on the court, we can be overlooked because of our size. We shouldn’t be, because we are one of the hardest-working teams in the state. We aren’t flashy and don’t jump off the page, but we are strong and tough. That translates on the court.”
Manvel went 13-3 in district play last season before falling to Hightower in the opening round of the playoffs. Now, the Mavs welcome back a seasoned core featuring Lynnden Smith, Kyana Lacour, Jada Bankett, Kailey Guidry and Khloe Yarborough, providing the experience to take another step forward.
“We start with the end in mind,” Marshall said. “We have to know where we are headed and we build our strategy around that.”
The Mavs may not always have the size advantage, but they've made a habit of compensating with grit, discipline and an unrelenting work ethic. And Marshall intends to keep it that way.