Defensive pressure will be a priority in Kayla Threadgill’s first season leading Haworth. After a 5-16 finish last year, the team plans to use its athleticism to create scoring chances, with a new frontcourt addition and developing players helping shape the lineup.
Myla Green (5-11, So.) arrives from Idabel with averages of 12.0 points and 5.0 rebounds. Green was an important rebounder for her previous team and gives Haworth a player who can contribute around the basket early in her high school career.
Her presence provides Threadgill with an option inside as the coaching staff develops its lineup. For a team hoping to generate offense through defense, Green’s ability to finish possessions with a rebound will be a valuable part of that plan.
Autumn Deason is another player with an opportunity to take on more responsibility. Threadgill values the guard’s athleticism and willingness to work, qualities that fit Haworth’s plans to pressure opponents and keep them from getting comfortable on offense.
Deason also participates in other school activities. Her development on the basketball court gives Threadgill another player to consider as she determines roles and works to get the most from the group’s athletic ability.
Brielle Green brings leadership through her daily habits. Threadgill values her positive attitude, readiness to practice and willingness to help guide teammates. Those contributions can be especially useful as players adjust to a new head coach and compete for opportunities.
Brielle Green’s approach gives the younger players an example of the preparation Threadgill wants to see. Her willingness to work and support others will be important as Haworth establishes expectations for the season.
Assistant coaches Kevin Rucker, Easton Reesing and Kaleb Jones join Threadgill on the staff. Together, they will work to develop the lineup and make defensive pressure a consistent part of Haworth’s play.
