Elbert County High School Basketball Season Preview

The Elbert County High School basketball team is gearing up for the upcoming season and Coach Ed Geth is determined to lead his team to success. With a strong group of returning players and some promising recruits, the team is ready to make some noise in their region and beyond. The top returning players from last season are Grady Jones, AJ Brown, and Santavious Willis. These three have been with the program for three years and have developed a strong chemistry on and off the court. They are the driving force behind the team's aggressive defense and bring a variety of skills to the table. Grady is a sharpshooter who can knock down shots from anywhere on the court, AJ is a versatile scorer who can attack from all three levels, and Santavious is a skilled facilitator who can set up his teammates for success. In terms of new players, Coach Geth is excited about the immediate impact that Grady Jones (Sr. combo guard), AJ Brown (Jr. 2/3 guard), and Santavious Willis (Sr. point guard) will have on the team. He praises their chemistry and strong work ethic, which will be key factors in the team's success this season. When choosing team captains, Coach Geth looks for players who are leaders both on and off the court. He wants players who are not afraid to speak up when necessary, work hard to lead by example, and are representatives of the team to the school and community. This year, Jordan Morrison, Jamarea Thornton, and Dealyn Gray stood out as leaders and have been named team captains, while AJ Brown is also battling for a leadership role. Building team chemistry and camaraderie is crucial for a successful season. Coach Geth encourages his players to be leaders on and off the court, whether they are introverted or extroverted. He also emphasizes the importance of character education and teamwork through activities such as FCA and Basketball 101 classes. To motivate his players to reach their full potential, Coach Geth focuses on character development and leads by example. He believes in the power of inspirational quotes, stories, and parables to motivate his players to push forward in everything they do. Additionally, the team has a strong emphasis on academic success, as players are required to have passing grades to participate in any team activities. The team has faced some challenges in preparing for this season, as they share athletes with other sports teams at the school.