Coronado High School Basketball Season Preview

As the new season approaches, all eyes are on Coach Lyric Knight and her team at Coronado High School. With a mix of returning players and newcomers, there is a sense of excitement and potential for this year’s team. In this preview article, Coach Knight gives us a glimpse into what we can expect from Coronado High School’s basketball team this season. The top returning players from last season are Scarlet Lopez and Taylor Jones. Coach Knight describes them as special because they both lead the state in 3-pointers made per game and are only juniors. Another returning standout is Brooke Beranek, who leads the team in steals and averages 5-8 steals per game. These players’ skills on the court make them invaluable assets to the team. In terms of new players, Coach Knight has her eye on a few potential standouts. Gabrielle Zimmerman, Ali’Ana Edwards, Mia Marquez, and Jayliana Glothon are all vying for the role of team captain. These players showcase qualities of leadership, accountability, effort, trust, and respect, which are essential for a successful team. To foster team chemistry and camaraderie this season, Coach Knight believes in team bonding activities. This includes competing in practice and creating game-like scenarios to help the players build trust and develop their skills. Additionally, Coach Knight stresses the importance of positive affirmations between players after every drill and practice. This not only creates a positive team dynamic but also motivates each player to push themselves to their full potential. Preparing for the season has not been without its challenges. The team’s young age and lack of senior players have put them in a higher division, presenting a challenge for the young team. However, this also presents a blessing in disguise as they have more time to grow and develop as a team. In terms of the team’s schedule, they have some tough opponents such as Sierra Canyon, Bishop Gorman, and Centennial High School. Coach Knight and her team are ready to compete and face these challenges head-on. Coach Knight’s coaching style has evolved this season, incorporating both new strategies and elements from the previous year. She emphasizes the importance of trust, not only in the way the players play with each other but also in the way they communicate and support one another on and off the court.