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2025-26 C.E. King Girls Basketball
THE LAYUP LINE: Durability playing a big role in the resurgence of No. 5 C.E. King
No. 5 -- C.E. KING PANTHERS
The Panthers finished 27-6 last season, advancing to the Area Round of the playoffs. Their only district setback came against Summer Creek, the eventual Class 6A-Division I State Champion, underscoring the level of competition in 23-6A.
As usual, expectations are high, but C.E. King is primed to contend for top honors in the district once again.
The core returns intact. Kyndall Roberts (Sr. PG), Skylar Conway (So.F), Tiana Patterson (Jr. PF), Layla Watson (Jr. C), and Aniya Cooper (Sr. G) headline a squad brimming with experience. Patterson and Cooper earned first-team, all-district accolades, while Conway was recognized as the District 23-6A Newcomer of the Year — a trio that provides scoring and versatility.
Head coach Derrick Daniels, a former standout at the University of Houston, pushes his players relentlessly, emphasizing fundamentals and discipline. His top priority this season will be staying healthy after injuries hampered the team in 2025.
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THE LAYUP LINE: No. 7 Wheatley Wildcats
Wheatley is coming off yet another impressive endeavor, concluding the year 23-3 and advancing two rounds deep into the postseason.
David Burrell steps into Year No. 6 as head coach, focused on keeping the program on a championship trajectory.
The Wildcats bring back the majority of their core lineup, led by District 20-4A MVP Jamie Solomon (Sr. G), who averaged 24 points per game, along with three assists, three rebounds, and four steals. Solomon also reached the 1,000 career point milestone last season, solidifying her status as one of Wheatley’s all-time scorers.
Joining her is Caria Thomas (Jr. PG), last year’s District Newcomer of the Year and first-team, all-district selection, who posted an equally notable statline (17 ppg, 6 rpg, 6 apg, 6 spg). Key contributors also include first-teamer Symone Johnson (Jr. G) and honorable mention Aniya Simmons (Sr. PF).
For Wheatley, success this season will be measured not just in victories, but in the development of its young leaders, the cohesion of its lineup, and the ability to rise to challenges together.