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2025-26 Yates Girls Basketball
THE LAYUP LINE: No. 19 Yates Lions
No. 19 -- YATES LIONS
Jack Yates posted a 16-8 record last year, advancing to the Bi-District Round and laying a strong foundation for 2026.
The culture now feels firmly in place for coach Damien Hunter, who steps into his second season with the Lions.
Senior Taniyah Cooper, a versatile post presence and first-team, all-district honoree, continues to serve as the Lions’ tone-setter on the floor. Karneshia Smith, the 2025 District 20-4A Co-Freshman of the Year, returns after leading the team in scoring, while junior guard Hannah Estrada, an honorable mention selection, brings steadiness on both ends.
Much like last winter, the youth movement will remain a driving force. Freshman guard Dakari Hunter adds tenacious defense and playmaking at the point, while fellow freshman Camille Cook stretches the floor with her shooting touch and finishing ability.
Anchored by the mantra “Relentless Pursuit Towards Greatness,” Jack Yates looks to merge veteran leadership with emerging talent as it strives to climb even higher this season....
The Gators of Dickinson
THE LAYUP LINE: No. 20 Dickinson queens of District 24-6A
No. 20 — DICKINSON GATORS
Consistency has become the standard at Dickinson under head coach Toya Peterson.
Approaching Year No. 4 at the wheel, Peterson has guided the Gators to an 80-22 record and six consecutive playoff appearances. Last winter’s 26-9 finish, capped by a District 24-6A title, reaffirmed the program’s place among the area’s 6A contenders. This year’s group returns a strong nucleus, anchored by first-team, all-district selection Lindsey Scott, who holds multiple college
offers and remains on an upwards trajectory.
She’ll be joined by veterans Tessa Treat (Jr. G), Kylie Cleveland (Jr. F), and Jaleigh Wilson (Sr. G), as well as freshman post Makinley Peterson — a group that gives Dickinson a reliable senseof chemistry.
For the Gators, the focus remains simple but demanding: “Defend & Dictate.”
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