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The stars of 2025-26 Grand Oaks Basketball
GO TIME: No. 5 Grand Oaks geared to flex a reloaded roster
No. 5 -- GRAND OAKS GRIZZLIES
Directed by the aptly recognized 13-6A Coach of the Year Anthony Stephens, Grand Oaks (29-9 in 2025) went on to reclaim the district crown en route to the postseason – falling only to eventual state champion Duncanville in the 6A-D1 Regional Semis.
While some may point to the graduation of key seniors — most notably MVP Trae Lewis — as a potential setback, the evidence suggests the Grizzlies are poised to stay firmly in the mix this winter.
Offensively, much of the creativity and pace will stem from junior point guard Trey Pinkard, a High Point University-commit and transfer from TWCA, where he earned first-team, all-state honors in TAPPS-5A. Pinkard’s blend of composure, scoring touch, and court vision should fit seamlessly into Stephens’ system.
Supporting him is a battle-tested cast that includes first-team, all-district senior guard Morgan Luzey, second-teamer Dariyun Cox, and junior forward Ebube Joseph, each capable of providing valuable production on both ends. Senior guard Jonathan Wade adds another layer of leadership to a lineup that’s determined to make another statement.
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2025-26 Grand Oaks Girls Basketball
THE LAYUP LINE: No. 9 Grand Oaks Grizzlies
No. 9 -- GRAND OAKS GRIZZLIES
Led by Shiakiea Carter (7th year; 134-58), the Grizzlies roared to 31 wins last season, advancing to the 6A-D2 Regional Semifinals in the process.
While last year’s leading scorer, Bree Riley, has moved on to Abilene Christian University, plenty of firepower returns to the mix. Junior Hannah Reynolds — a first-team, all-district selection — averaged 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 steals per game last season and is expected to anchor the Grizzlies’ backcourt.
Fellow first-teamer Avery Campbell (Jr. SF) is poised to thrive in an expanded role, while senior Jordan Daigle (Prairie View A&M-commit) strengthens the frontcourt after transferring from Oak Ridge. Other players to watch include K’Mylii Nettles, Zoe Harris, and Danielle Roland, each contributing in their own way.
For Carter, replicating last year’s energy will require focus on fundamentals and cohesion. “We need to continue respecting the game of basketball, pressuring defensively, keeping an up-tempo style, meeting my athletes where they are, and rising together,” she said.