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Landers Nolley – Langston Hughes – Nike South Beach

From Lovejoy to Curie, Ill. to Langston Hughes, the well-traveled wing has found a home in Fairburn. The 6-foot-6 shooter now has two state titles under his belt after winning one in Chicago and carrying the Panthers to a Class AAAAAA championship this year. His monster season earned him a First Team All-State selection along with Class AAAAAA Player of the Year honors. Nolley averaged upwards of 25 points and 7 rebounds per game, highlighted by a 52-point outburst on November 22 where he drilled nine three-pointers. Nolley has played his way into the discussion as one of the best shooters in the nation. While he’s not a freakish athlete, Nolley has High Major written all over him with his ability to score the ball.

Will Richardson – Liberty County – E1T1

At 31.4 points per game, the smooth 6-foot-4 combo guard led Georgia in scoring. Richardson scored over 40 points six times including a 55-point showing against Bradwell Institute. Richardson took his game to the next level after scoring 19 points in last year’s state championship victory over Jonesboro. Richardson averaged 13.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.8 steals as a sophomore before tacking on 8.6 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.6 steals and taking the lead scoring duties over from Auburn-signee Davion Mitchell this year. With his senior season approaching, big things will be expected out of Richardson as he will be asked to not only get the job done on both sides of the floor, but to become a team leader as well. SEC and ACC schools have started to push for Richardson’s services.

Tye Fagan – Upson-Lee – Middle Georgia Supersonics

It took a while but Tye Fagan has finally cemented himself as one of Georgia’s top dogs. Fagan was named Class AAAA Player of the Year after averaging 21 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.6 steals, leading Upson-Lee to a perfect undefeated season and state championship. The smooth 6-foot-3 lefty is best when slashing his way to the basket but also excels as a playmaker, driving and dishing to get his teammates involved. He has shown the ability to take his man into the post and has good foot work around the basket while also having a nice mid-range game. Fagan can be streaky from beyond the arc, but still projects to be a competent outside shooter. Defensively, Fagan is long armed and active on the perimeter, routinely picking up deflections and steals. Middle Tennessee State has been the first to offer, but High Major schools have begun to show interest. While he doesn’t play on a travel shoe team, Fagan’s team-first devotion has already produced one state title and with another year playing year-round with Zyrice Scott and Travon Walker, another state title and more scholarship offers are likely on the way.

Tre Gomillion – Aquinas – Southern Kings

The Aquinas Fighting Irish finished 26-2 this year in Class A-Private and took a trip to the Elite Eight. The Region 7-South Player of the Year and Second Team All-State selection was a workhorse for Coach Darren Douglas. Still young for his age at 16, the “Man Child” wing is starting to gain statewide recognition. With a frizzy ponytail and a linebacker’s body, the 6-foot-4 bowling ball plays with a junkyard dog’s mentality, not afraid to mix it up and punish smaller guards; his downhill assaults usually end in power finishes. He averaged 20 points, 13.6 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals as Augusta’s most underappreciated superstar. His non-stop work ethic has already poured over into the offseason, running over 20 miles a week and taking over 2,000 jumpers to improve his outside shot. Don’t be surprised to see Gomillion’s name surface on the D-I recruiting level by the end of this summer.

Rashun Williams – Calhoun County – Georgia Stars

The 6-foot-6 wing was impressive as anyone during state championship week as he went for 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks. Since he plays in Class A-Public, it’s hard to track his progress as easily as it is with larger schools. Even though he’s not playing the caliber of talent that the higher classifications see, Williams, the Class A-Public Player of the Year, still does what a potential D-I player should do: dominate.  The Region 1 Player of the Year was aggressive in the title game and gave fellow D-I hopeful Clarence Jackson fits when trying to slow him down. Williams attacked relentlessly from the left wing and got to the basket at will. He knocked down two three-pointers in the game, the last part of his offensive repertoire he needs to shore up before establishing himself as a big time next level talent. With another year on the circuit with the Georgia Stars, Williams will be able to test himself against athletes of the same ilk which will help his progression.

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Spielin’ & Dealin’ Ep. 12: State Championship Recap

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Stegeman Coliseum & McCamish Pavilion were the perfect hosts to an incredible season ending week of GHSA basketball as 16 state champions were crowned. Kyle Sandy finished 13-3 on his state championship picks, losing his three games by a combined 7 points. Recaps of each championship game are included with special soundbytes from state champs: Clarence Jackson (Wilco), Alex Jones (Buford), Greg Blythe (Pace Academy), Rory Welsh (Langston Hughes), Larry Thompson (Greenforest), Tye Fagan (Upson-Lee), state runner-up Aaron Parr (St. Pius), Devonta Pullins (South Atlanta) and PJ Horne (Tift County).

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State Championship Top Performers

Girls

Tatyana Wyatt – Columbus
27 points (7-18 FG; 3-7 3PT; 10-10 FT) 16 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, 5 blocks

De’sha Benjamin – Laney
25 points (10-21 FG; 0-2 3PT; 5-10 FT) 11 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, 5 blocks

Jaiden Hamilton – Laney
22 points (8-16 FG; 0-3 3PT; 6-8 FT) 13 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, 1 block

Ja’Nya Love-Hill – Carver-Columbus
25 points (8-21 FG; 1-4 3PT; 8-13 FT) 3 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals

Tory Ozment – Buford
18 points (7-17 FG; 4-7 3PT), 7 rebounds, 6 assists, 5 steals

Kamiyah Street – Mays
26 points (9-21 FG; 0-4 3PT; 8-11 FT) 6 rebounds, 4 assists

Que Morrison – McEachern
24 points (7-16 FG; 2-6 3PT; 8-12 FT) 6 rebounds, 4 assists

Vanessa Blagmon – Norcross
23 points (10-23 FG; 1-5 3PT; 1-5 FT) 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals

Mikayla Coombs – Wesleyan
17 points (6-13 FG; 2-6 3PT; 3-4 FT) 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals

Ogheneruona Uwusiaba – Southwest DeKalb
16 points (8-12 FG; 0-1 FT) 16 rebounds, 1 block

Judasia Hills – Beach
19 points (6-11 FG; 1-1 3PT; 6-7 FT) 12 rebounds

Boys

Phlan Fleming – Cedar Shoals
30 points (11-24 FG; 1-7 3PT; 7-8 FT) 14 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks

Wendell Carter – Pace Academy
20 points (6-11 FG; 1-2 3PT; 7-13 FT) 17 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 block

Marcus Watson – Buford
27 points (8-16 FG; 2-5 3PT; 9-13 FT) 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks

Rashun Williams – Calhoun County
25 points (8-21 FG; 2-8 3PT; 7-11 FT) 8 rebounds, 1 assist, 5 block

Landers Nolley – Langston Hughes
26 points (7-12 FG; 1-1 3PT; 11-12 FT) 6 rebounds, 4 steals, 1 block

Justin Forrest – Greenforest
36 points (9-15 FG; 5-10 3PT; 13-15 FT) 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals

Everett Lane – St. Pius X
29 points (9-20 FG; 7-15 3PT; 4-7 FT) 5 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals

Tye Fagan – Upson-Lee
20 points (8-18 FG; 1-6 3PT; 3-4 FT) 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, 2 blocks

Tyler Thornton – South Atlanta
11 points (4-8 FG; 3-7 FT) 14 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, 4 blocks

Micah Johnson – Tift County
24 points (4-11 FG; 0-2 3PT; 16-18 FT) 9 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal

Derrick Cook – Langston Hughes
19 points (8-15 FG; 1-2 3PT; 2-3 FT) 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals

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2016-17 GHSA All-State Boys Basketball Honors

Sandy’s Spiel Mr. Basketball: Chuma Okeke, Westlake, Sr.

All-Georgia

FIRST TEAM
G – Collin Sexton, Pebblebrook, Sr.
G – Landers Nolley, Langston Hughes, Jr.
F – Isaac Okoro, McEachern, So.
F – Chuma Okeke, Westlake, Sr.
C – Wendell Carter, Pace Academy, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Will Richardson, Liberty County, Jr.
G – MJ Walker, Jonesboro, Sr.
F – Khavon Moore, Westside-Macon, Jr.
G – DeAundrae Ballard, SACA, Sr.
C – Ikey Obiagu, Greenforest, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Ashton Hagans, Newton, So.
F – Demiere Brown, North Cobb Christian, Sr.
F – Rayshaun Hammonds, Norcross, Sr.
G – Alex O’Connell, Milton, Sr.
G – Al Durham, Berkmar, Sr.
G – Davion Mitchell, Liberty County, Sr.
G – Isaiah Hart, Whitefield Academy, Sr.
G – Tye Fagan, Upson-Lee, Jr.
F – PJ Horne, Tift County, Sr.
F – Marcus Watson, Buford, So.
G – Phlan Fleming, Cedar Shoals, Sr.

Class AAAAAAA

Coach of the Year: Eric Holland, Tift County (29-2 State Champs; Defeated three nationally ranked teams en route to championship including No. 1, 2, 4 & 7 in the state)
Player of the Year: Chuma Okeke, Westlake, Sr.
Freshman of the Year: Toneari Lane, Parkview
Best Scorer: Collin Sexton, Pebblebrook, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Chuma Okeke, Westlake, Sr.
Best Passer: Ashton Hagans, Newton, So.
Best Shot Blocker: TJ Massenburg, Shiloh, Sr.
Most Underrated: Adam Flagler, Duluth, Jr.
Most Improved Team: Roswell 21-6 (Region 4 regular season champs; Improved from 10-16)
Most Improved: CJ Smith, Forsyth Central, Sr. (Improved from 7.6 ppg/1.3 rpg/0.9 apg/0.4 spg to 19.1 ppg/3.5 rpg/2.7 apg/1.8 spg)

FIRST TEAM
G – Collin Sexton, Pebblebrook, Sr.
G – Ashton Hagans, Newton, So.
F – Chuma Okeke, Westlake, Sr.
F – Isaac Okoro, McEachern, So.
F – Rayshaun Hammonds, Norcross, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Alex O’Connell, Milton, Sr.
G – JD Notae, Newton, Sr.
G – Al Durham, Berkmar, Sr.
F – PJ Horne, Tift County, Sr.
F – EJ Montgomery, Wheeler, Jr.

Honorable Mention
G – Isaiah Miller, Newton, Sr.
G – Darius Perry, Wheeler, Sr.
G – Elias Harden, Pebblebrook, Sr.
F – Evan Cole, South Forsyth, Sr.
G – Travis Anderson, Grayson, Jr.
G – Bubba Parham, Brookwood, Sr.
G – DeMierre Black, Hillgrove, Sr.
F – Lance Thomas, Norcross, Sr.
F – TJ Massenburg, Shiloh, Sr
G – Jay Estime, Berkmar, Sr.
G – Danny Lewis, Westlake, Sr.

Class AAAAAA

Coach of the Year: Rory Welsh, Langston Hughes (25-8 State Champs; Won championship as three-seed with no home games; Played without D-I signee for final weeks of season)
Player of the Year: Landers Nolley, Langston Hughes, Jr.
Freshman of the Year: Donovan Shipp, Sequoyah
Best Scorer: MJ Walker, Jonesboro, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Deon Berrien, Lakeside-Evans, Sr.
Best Passer: Xavier Bledson, Gainesville, Jr.
Best Shot Blocker: Kyler Ingram, Cambridge, Jr.
Most Underrated: Bailey Minor, Gainesville, Jr.
Most Improved Team: Alpharetta 25-4 (Region 7 regular season champs; Improved from 10-18)
Most Improved: Arusha Hunter, Dacula, Jr. (Improved from 4.2 ppg/2.3 rpg to 17.3 ppg/4.9 rpg)

FIRST TEAM
G – MJ Walker, Jonesboro, Sr.
G – Landers Nolley, Langston Hughes, Jr.
G – Kane Williams, South Paulding, Sr.
G – Trey Doomes, Allatoona, Jr.
F – Ja’Cori Wilson, South Paulding, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Avery Wilson, Forest Park, Sr.
G – Jordan Thomas, Heritage-Conyers, Sr.
G – Trevin Wade, South Cobb, Jr.
G – Derrick Cook, Langston Hughes, Sr.
G – Isaiah Banks, Heritage-Conyers, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Arusha Hunter, Dacula, Jr.
G – Kalen Williams, Lakeside-Evans, So.
F – Deon Berrien, Lakeside-Evans, Sr.
G – Justin Brown, Northview, Jr.
G – LaTrell Tate, Osborne, Sr.
G – Brandon Barron, Alpharetta, So.
G – Grant Howard, Alexander, Jr.
F – Tyson Jackson, Creekside, Jr.
G – Alex Watson, Pope, Sr.
G – Dereck Lampkin, Brunswick, Sr.
G – Bryce Latimer, Stephenson, Jr.

Class AAAAA

Coach of the Year: Eddie Martin, Buford (29-2 State Champs; Undefeated in Georgia; Defeated Cedar Shoals four times)
Player of the Year: Marcus Watson, Buford, So.
Freshman of the Year: Tailique Williams, Harris County
Best Scorer: Marcus Watson, Buford, So.
Best Rebounder: JaQuavius Hayes, Maynard Jackson, Sr.
Best Passer: Alex Jones, Buford, Jr.
Best Shot Blocker: Aquavious Fanning, Harris County, Sr.
Most Underrated: Jashun McNeil, Clarkston, Sr.
Most Improved Team: Buford 29-2 (State Champions; Improved from 16-12)
Most Improved: Kavonte Ivery, Stockbridge, Jr. (Improved from 11.1 ppg to 18.9 ppg/11.6 rpg/3 spg)

FIRST TEAM
G – Phlan Fleming, Cedar Shoals, Sr.
G – Alex Jones, Buford, Jr.
G – Nelson Phillips, Warner Robins, Jr.
F – Noah Gurley, Fayette County, Sr.
F – Marcus Watson, Buford, So.

SECOND TEAM
G – Tae Hardy, Miller Grove, Sr.
G – Oronte’ Anderson, New Hampstead, Sr.
F – Kavonte Ivery, Stockbridge, Jr.
F – JaQuavius Hayes, Maynard Jackson, Sr.
F – Josh Linder, Veterans, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Elijah Jenkins, Riverwood, Sr.
G – Jalen Cobb, Columbia, Sr.
F – Terrance Boykin, Columbia, Jr.
G – Darius Giles, Arabia Mountain, Sr.
G – Austin Nesmith, Fayette County, Sr.
F – Mohammed Abubukar, Eagle’s Landing, Sr.
G – Wesley Simpson, Union Grove, Jr.
F – Glenn Robinson, Chamblee, Sr.
G – Ceaunte Zachery, Lithia Springs, Sr.
G – Jacolbey Owens, Warner Robins, Jr.
F – Cameron Harvey, Statesboro, Sr.

Class AAAA

Coach of the Year: Aaron Parr, St. Pius (24-8 State Runner-Up; First championship appearance since 1992; No current D-I players; Started season 6-5)
Player of the Year: Tye Fagan, Upson-Lee, Jr.
Freshman of the Year: Jacorrei Turner, Woodward Academy
Best Scorer: Javon Greene, Henry County, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Travon Walker, Upson-Lee, So.
Best Passer: Kris Gardner, Westover, Jr.
Best Shot Blocker: Cordale Scott, Northside-Columbus, Sr.
Most Underrated: Julian Cameron, Woodward Academy, Sr.
Most Improved Team: LaFayette 23-5 (First home playoff win in school history; First Sweet 16 appearance in five years; Improved from 12-13)
Most Improved: Desmeontay Dyer, Eastside, Sr. (Improved from JV to 17.7 ppg/10.8 rpg/2.8 spg on Varsity)

FIRST TEAM
G – Tye Fagan, Upson-Lee, Jr.
G – Javon Greene, Henry County, Sr.
G – Keiodre Perry, Eastside, Sr.
G – Damion Rosser, Henry County, Sr.
G – Daniel Melvin, Carver-Columbus, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Cameron Holden, Mary Persons, Jr.
G – Jaylon Pugh, Cartersville, Jr.
G – Laperion Perry, LaGrange, Sr.
G – Kris Gardner, Westover, Jr.
F – Evan Jester, Sandy Creek, Sr.

Honorable Mention
C – Ahsan Asadullah, North Clayton, Sr.
G – Zyrice Scott, Upson-Lee, So.
F – Jordan Foote, Druid Hills, Sr.
F – Moses Williams, Richmond Academy, Sr.
G – DT Stephens, Richmond Academy, Jr.
G – Radaren Johnson, Thomson, Sr.
G – Alex Kelehear, LaFayette, So.
G – Everett Lane, St. Pius, Jr.
F – John Ward, White County, Sr.
F – De’Undra Singleton, Stephens County, Jr.
G – Desmeontay Dyer, Eastside, Sr.

Class AAA

Coach of the Year: Jamond Sims, Morgan County (25-6 State Runner-Up; Returned to title game after losing three D-I signees; Only three seniors; Three sophomores play prominent role – two start)
Player of the Year: Wendell Carter, Pace Academy, Sr.
Freshman of the Year: Courtney Greene, Rutland
Best Scorer: Will Richardson, Liberty County, Jr.
Best Rebounder: Wendell Carter, Pace Academy, Sr.
Best Passer: Porter Law, Calhoun, Jr.
Best Shot Blocker: Wendell Carter, Pace Academy, Sr.
Most Underrated: Tyonn Stuckey, Redan, Sr.
Most Improved Team: Sonoraville 22-8 (Best record in school history; Improved from 11-13)
Most Improved: Ulysses Williams, Monroe, Sr. (Improved from 6.7 ppg/3 rpg/1.1 spg to 21.2 ppg/7.2rpg/2.9 spg/1.7 bpg)

FIRST TEAM
G – Will Richardson, Liberty County, Jr.
G – Davion Mitchell, Liberty County, Sr.
F – Khavon Moore, Westside-Macon, Jr.
F – Trevion Lamar, Jenkins, Sr.
C – Wendell Carter, Pace Academy, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Ryan Greer, Lovett, So.
G – Antarious McCoy, Central-Macon, Sr.
G – Trae Broadnax, Islands, So.
F – Isaiah Kelly, Pace Academy, Jr.
F – Jaylin Williams, Brantley County, So.

Honorable Mention
G – Quentavious Dean, Crisp County, Sr.
G – Alec Woodard, Morgan County, So.
G – Tyonn Stuckey, Redan, Sr.
G – Justin Cave, Islands, Sr.
G – Zach Pulley, Lumpkin County, Sr.
F – Chapin Rierson, Calhoun, Sr.
G – Zion Williams, Jenkins, Sr.
G – Luke Cooper, East Hall, Jr.
F – Tyler Phillips, Coahulla Creek, Sr.
F – Charlie O’Briant, Greater Atlanta Christian, Sr.
F – Jamari Dean, Cedar Grove, Jr.

Class AA

Coach of the Year: Michael Reddick, South Atlanta (29-1 State Champs; Undefeated in Georgia; Won state championship by 35; Won Peach State Classic)
Player of the Year: Kameron Pauldo, Dublin, Jr.
Freshman of the Year: Ja’Queze Kirby, Jeff Davis
Best Scorer: Kameron Pauldo, Dublin, Jr.
Best Rebounder: Reggie Perry, Thomasville, Jr.
Best Passer: Darius Bonds, Banks County, Jr.
Best Shot Blocker: Dylan Orr, Banks County, Jr.
Most Underrated: Darius Dunn, Northeast-Macon, So.
Most Improved Team: Glenn Hills 16-10 (Improved from 3-19)
Most Improved: Laberton Sims, Toombs County, Sr. (Improved from 1.8 ppg/1.8 rpg at Tift County to 14.1 ppg/11.1 rpg)

FIRST TEAM
G – Kameron Pauldo, Dublin, Jr.
G – Jaylan McKinney, Swainsboro, Jr.
G – Carl Johnson, Putnam County, Sr.
F – Reggie Perry, Thomasville, Jr.
F – Tyler Thornton, South Atlanta, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Devonta Pullins, South Atlanta, Sr.
G – Aaron Ridley, Southwest-Macon, Sr.
G – Deandre Barton, Butler, Sr.
G – Jay Shropshire, Chattooga, Sr.
F – Kahmal Wiley, Banks County, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Ashton Bonner, Monticello, Jr.
G – Isaiah Foster, Chattooga, Sr.
F – Corey Moore, Therrell, Sr.
G – Justin Phillips, Westside-Augusta, Sr.
G – Tahj Jones, Vidalia, Jr.
C – Timmy Sellers, Glenn Hills, Jr.
F – Dylan Orr, Banks County, Jr.
G – Stavon Griggs, KIPP Atlanta, Sr.
F – Ja’Queze Kirby, Jeff Davis, Fr.
G – Donald Henley, Laney, Jr.
G – Braylon Sanders, Callaway, Sr.

Class A-Private

Coach of the Year: Drew Catlett, St. Francis (Finished 25-6; Final Four appearance playing only one senior, three freshmen and two sophomores)
Player of the Year: DeAundrae Ballard, SACA, Sr.
Freshman of the Year: Dwon Odom, St. Francis
Best Scorer: Demiere Brown, North Cobb Christian, Sr.
Best Rebounder: Victor Enoh, Greenforest, Sr.
Best Passer: Collier Schultz, Landmark Christian, Sr.
Best Shot Blocker: Ikey Obiagu, Greenforest, Sr.
Most Underrated: Christian Koneman, Christian Heritage, Jr.
Most Improved Team: Aquinas 26-2 (Region 7 champions; Elite Eight; Improved from 11-8 in Coach Darren Douglas’ first year)
Most Improved: John Stewart, Hebron Christian, Sr. (Improved from 7 ppg/5 rpg to 15.1 ppg/6.9 rpg/3.1 bpg)

FIRST TEAM
G – Isaiah Hart, Whitefield Academy, Sr.
G – Justin Forrest, Greenforest, Sr.
F – DeAundrae Ballard, SACA, Sr.
F – Demiere Brown, North Cobb Christian, Sr.
C – Ikey Obiagu, Greenforest, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Dwon Odom, St. Francis, Fr.
G – Cole Smith, Holy Innocents’, Sr.
G – Tre Gomillion, Aquinas, Jr.
G – Christian McLean, Wesleyan, Jr.
G – Tre Gober, Lakeview Academy, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Drew Cottrell, Lakeview Academy, Jr.
G – Calvin Slaughter, Tattnall Square Academy, Sr.
G – Quinn Richey, Mt. Pisgah, So.
F – Abayomi Iyiola, Greenforest, Sr.
F – Victor Enoh, Greenforest, Sr.
F – Jules Erving, Holy Innocents’, Sr.
G – Jelani Shakir, Aquinas, Jr.
G – CJ Ackles, Mt. Zion-Carroll, Jr.
C – Walker Kessler, Landmark Christian, Fr.
F – Chase Ellis, St. Francis, Fr.
F – Eric Coleman, King’s Ridge, So.

Class A-Public

Coach of the Year: Dr. Aaron Geter Jr., Wilkinson County (25-7 State Champs; Repeat as champions; Ninth title)
Player of the Year: Rashun Williams, Calhoun County, Jr.
Freshman of the Year: Keundre Campbell, Webster County
Best Scorer: Clarence Jackson, Wilkinson County, Jr.
Best Rebounder: Tamarrion Terry, Turner County, Sr.
Best Passer: Tyrese Brown, Marion County, Sr.
Best Shot Blocker: Ahmad Rand, Lincoln County, Sr.
Most Underrated: Josh Rodgers, Marion County, So.
Most Improved Team: Calhoun County 28-2 (Improved from 18-10; State Runner-Up)
Most Improved: Deondre Lester, Washington-Wilkes, So. (Improved from 5.5 ppg/1.8 rpg/1.4 apg to 15 ppg/4.1 rpg/3.5 apg/2.9 spg

FIRST TEAM
G – Clarence Jackson, Wilkinson County, Jr.
G – Clayton Jenkins, Macon County, Jr.
F – Rashun Williams, Calhoun County, Jr.
F – Tamarrion Terry, Turner County, Sr.
F – Ahmad Rand, Lincoln County, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Laqueveus Nelson, Quitman County, So.
G – Jah’Nile Hill, Manchester, Jr.
G – JaQuavius Smith, Central-Talbotton, Jr.
F – T.K. McClendon, Treutlen, Sr.
F – Octavius Meadows, Bowdon, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Jerrod Jones, Clinch County, Sr.
F – Trey Brown, Macon County, Jr.
G – Tyreke Williams, Taliaferro County, Jr.
G – Shahee Billings, Quitman County, Jr.
G – Maciah Gunby, Lincoln County, Jr.
G – Malik Foston, Georgia Military, So.
G – Lyn-J Dixon, Taylor County, Jr.
F – John Corbin, Taylor County, Sr.
G – Zuri Brown, Twiggs County, Sr.
G – Arkavious Lovett, Treutlen, So.
F – ZyTavian Hill, Central-Talbotton, Jr.

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2016-17 GHSA All-State Girls Basketball Honors

Class AAAAAAA

Player of the Year: Que Morrison, McEachern, Sr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Que Morrison, McEachern, Sr.
G – Vanessa Blagmon, Norcross, Sr.
G – Endia Banks, Duluth, Sr.
G – Za’nautica Downs, Colquitt County, Jr.
C – N’dea Jones, Brookwood, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Lyndsey Whilby, McEachern, Sr.
G – Taylor Mason, Norcross, Sr.
F – Autumn Newby, Archer, Sr.
F – Diamond Hall, Colquitt County, Jr.
F – Simone Lett, Pebblebrook, Jr.

Honorable Mention
G – Chanel Wilson, McEachern, Jr.
G – Lexii Chatman, Newton, Jr.
F – Linsey Marchese, Archer, Sr.
F – Taylor Hosendove, Westlake, Jr.
G – Morgan Simmons, Mill Creek, Sr.
C – Jada Rice, Collins Hill, Jr.

Class AAAAAA

Player of the Year: Kamiyah Street, Mays, Sr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Destiny Marshall, Grovetown, Sr.
G – Kamiyah Street, Mays, Sr.
G – Arsula Clark, Douglas County, Sr.
F – Shannon Titus, Northview, Sr.
C – Olivia Nelson-Ododa, Winder-Barrow, Jr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Saadia Munford, Jonesboro, Sr.
G – Taylor Hawks, Gainesville, Sr.
F – Amari Robinson, Douglas County, So.
F – Ashlee Austin, Northview, So.
C – Destiny Thomas, Tri-Cities, So.

Honorable Mention
F – Bria Bass, Tucker, Sr.
F – Audrey Jordan, Harrison, Jr.
G – Genesis Bryant, Lovejoy, Fr.
G – Azhana Maxwell, ML King, Jr.
G – Sydney Tanguilig, Johns Creek, Sr.
G – Sienna Gore, Chattahoochee, Sr.

Class AAAAA

Player of the Year: Tory Ozment, Buford, Jr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Tory Ozment, Buford, Jr.
G – Kezia Holmes, Warner Robins, Sr.
F – Deasia Merrill, Villa Rica, So.
F – Taniyah Worth, Flowery Branch, Jr.
C – Jessika Carter, Harris County, Jr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Jada Walton, Southwest DeKalb, Sr.
G – Zamiya Passmore, Locust Grove, So.
C – Andeija Puckett, Griffin, Sr.
C – Taziha Fanning, Harris County, So.
C – Alexis Poole, Stockbridge, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Kiana Johnson, Lithia Springs, Sr.
G – Da’Ja Green, Morrow, Sr.
F – Nadia Marshall, Bainbridge, Jr.
C – Ogheneruona Uwusiaba, Southwest DeKalb, Sr.
C – Dominique Banks, Maynard Jackson, Sr.
G – Kiera Howard, Eagle’s Landing, Jr.

Class AAAA

Player of the Year: Tatyana Wyatt, Columbus, Sr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Jasmine Robinson, Richmond Academy, Sr.
G – Brooke Moore, Henry County, Jr.
F – Tatyana Wyatt, Columbus, Sr.
C – Ariyah Copeland, Columbus, Sr.
C – Alana Davis, Cross Creek, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Anna McKendree, West Hall, Jr.
G – Abbie Franklin, Jefferson, Sr.
G – Mariah Igus, Carver-Columbus, Jr.
F – Timia Swanson, Americus-Sumter, Sr.
C – Olivia Cochran, Hardaway, Fr.

Honorable Mention
F – Kiana Banks, Spalding, Jr.
G – Emma Weynand, North Oconee, Sr.
F – Dawniqua Snead, Shaw, Sr.
G – Zaria Bankston, Luella, Jr.
G – Sarah Meadows, Ridgeland, Sr.
G – Shan’Qaylia Stanton, Sandy Creek, Sr.

Class AAA

Player of the Year: Robyn Benton, GAC, Jr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Daishai Almond, Peach County, Jr.
G – Tatyana Davis, Morgan County, Sr.
G – Alexis Pierce, Johnson-Savannah, Sr.
G – Robyn Benton, GAC, Jr.
F – Jana Johns, Calhoun, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Maeisha Teasley, Hart County, Sr.
G – Sy’Marieona Williams, Johnson-Savannah, Jr.
G – Mya Jones, Franklin County, Jr.
G – Kylah Mize, East Hall, Sr.
C – Quinn Barry, Lovett, Sr.

Honorable Mention
F – Judasia Hills, Beach, Sr.
F – Jayda Jackson, Cedar Grove, Jr.
G – Jazzmyn Elston, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe, Sr.
G – Tamiah Lewis, GAC, Sr.
G – NaTeari Chaney, Savannah, Jr.
C – Jada Clowers, Central-Macon, Jr.

Class AA

Player of the Year: De’sha Benjamin, Laney, Jr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Aubriana Bonner, Laney, Sr.
G – Julianne Brown, Bryan County, Sr.
F – De’sha Benjamin, Laney, Jr.
C – Victaria Saxton, Model, Jr.
C – Sabree Gallishaw, Washington, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Kirstin Crook, Fitzgerald, Jr.
G – Dynesha Brown, Swainsboro, So.
F – Rykia Pennamon, Putnam County, Jr.
F – Shekinah Howard, Hapeville Charter, Jr.
F – Jahnaria Brown, Bleckley County, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Savanna Scott, Rabun County, Sr.
F – Jaycie Bowen, Banks County, So.
G – Madison Abbott, Monticello, So.
G – Nijeria Jordan, Washington County, Jr.
C – Kimberly Harris, Heard County, Sr.
F – Destanee Wright, Dodge County, So.

Class A-Private

Player of the Year: Morgan Jones, Our Lady of Mercy, Jr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Morgan Jones, Our Lady of Mercy, Jr.
G – Mikayla Coombs, Wesleyan, Sr.
G – Khayla Pointer, Holy Innocents’, Sr.
F – Maya Dodson, St. Francis, Sr.
C – Kasiyahna Kushkituah, St. Francis, Sr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Anna Claire Atha, Darlington, Sr.
G – Hanna Grogan, Lakeview Academy, Sr.
G – Margaret Metz, Pinecrest Academy, Sr.
G – Cameron Swartz, Fellowship Christian, Jr.
G – Nichel Tampa, St. Francis, Sr.

Honorable Mention
F – Kalia Hubbard, Holy Innocents’, Jr.
F – Elizabeth Gibbs, Landmark Christian, So.
C – Uloma Enyogasi, Greenforest, Sr.
F – Kennedy Suttle, Holy Innocents’, Jr.
G – Regina Metz, Pinecrest Academy, Jr.
G – Sydney Rosant, Mt. Paran, So.

Class A-Public

Player of the Year: Brittany Davis, Greenville, Jr.

FIRST TEAM
G – Jasmine Larry, Macon County, Jr.
G – Le’Andrea Gillis, Treutlen, Jr.
G – Destiny Thomas, Pelham, Sr.
F – Brittany Davis, Greenville, Jr.
F – Zakiyah Office, Turner County, Jr.

SECOND TEAM
G – Mahogany Randall, Pelham, Jr.
G – Savanna Walker, Woodville-Tompkins, Sr.
G – Jazmin Grayson, Woodville-Tompkins, So.
F – Jamiya McDaniel, Terrell County, Jr.
C – Lakaitlin Wright, Wheeler County, Sr.

Honorable Mention
G – Miya Byrd, Turner County, Fr.
G – India Wells, Telfair County, So.
G – Ny’Asia Howard, Telfair County, Jr.
C – Erykah Skinner, Macon County, Jr.
G – Ty’Shemia Ceaser, Quitman County, Jr.
G – Jamia Mobley, Mitchell County, Jr.