Texan basketball can count this season as wildly successful, building a strong core around a handful of seven young men who bonded in their commitment to work Coach Mike Whitten’s system.
Multiple athletes came out of football’s late season run to add value on the court, quickly working into “basketball shape.” A deep bench helped the lineup keep starters’ legs fresh without noticeable drop-off in production. All of it serves as a harbinger of next year’s great potential — even with the loss of key senior leadership. But, this season is not yet complete.
The Texans were set to conclude district play Tuesday, Feb. 14 in sole possession of second place. Heading into the playoffs with momentum meant beating a good Davenport High School team at home on Parent Recognition Night with all players escorted onto the floor by family members or friends. Seniors Nate Brooks, Colin Fisher-Swan, Cayden Heatly, Dane Hennessee, Miles Schleder, Thomas Watson and Luke Watts were honored with their contributions noted in personalized comments from Coach Whitten and his staff.
