Defensive pressure will be a priority for Haworth as coach Burtchal Griffin works to turn his team’s athleticism into scoring opportunities. Coming off a 5-16 season, Haworth will count on its seniors while several younger players compete for playing time. Griffin has options at guard and forward as he evaluates his lineup and the roles those younger players can fill.
Kyren Matthew (5-9, Sr.) arrives after leading Idabel in scoring last season. He brings averages of 15 points, four assists and two steals, and Griffin expects him to become one of Class A’s top players. Matthew gives Haworth a guard who can score and create opportunities for teammates.
Adian Young (6-4, Sr.) provides an interior presence with averages of 12 points, six rebounds and two blocks. His size complements a backcourt that also includes Javri Threadgill (5-9, Sr.), who contributes 11 points and two assists per game.
Seniors RJ Wilson (6-2) and Damion Williams (6-1) give Griffin additional options at forward. Wilson contributes two points, three rebounds and a block per game.
The sophomore class will have opportunities to contribute. Grant Threadgill (6-1, So.) brings averages of six points and two assists, and Griffin expects the athletic guard to develop into an important scoring option.
Braylen Green (6-2, So.) contributes eight points, five rebounds and two blocks per game at forward. He also puts in early-morning work on his game. RJ Bryant (6-0, So.) adds another forward with averages of 10 points and four rebounds.
KD Dewberry (5-11, So.), Jayden Golston (6-3, Jr.) and Brysun Brown (6-2, So.) provide additional frontcourt options. Freshman guards Weston Toon, Gerrell Morris and Terrell Morris will compete for playing time.
Griffin is assisted by Kayla Daniel, Kevin Rucker, Easton Reesing and Kaleb Jones. The staff will work to find combinations that can sustain defensive pressure and turn that effort into offense throughout the season.
