Myrtle Beach High Girls Basketball: Building a Culture of Growth and Grit in 2025
As the 2025 winter sports season comes to a close, Coach Jennifer Dennison and the Myrtle Beach High School Varsity Girls Basketball team have plenty to reflect on—and even more to look forward to. While the season had its ups and downs, it was ultimately defined by growth, development, and resilience in the face of challenges. Under Coach Dennison’s leadership, the program is building a foundation rooted in hard work, adaptability, and a commitment to team culture.
In our exclusive Winter Season Recap interview series, Coach Dennison shared key insights into her team’s journey, the standout performers, and what lies ahead for the Seahawks.
A Season of Growth and Development
Although Coach Dennison didn’t point to specific players as key contributors, the season itself was marked by progress. While every team dreams of a perfect record, she was realistic about the nature of high school basketball: wins and losses are part of the journey, but what matters most is how players respond to adversity and grow throughout the year.
The Myrtle Beach Girls Basketball team showed signs of that growth in several ways, most notably in how players began stepping into larger roles and embracing leadership responsibilities. The season wasn’t without its growing pains, but for Coach Dennison, the long-term success of the program is built on steady development.
Turning Points and Defining Moments
Every season has its moments that shape the trajectory of the team, and while Coach Dennison didn’t highlight a specific game or incident, it’s clear that her players experienced pivotal opportunities to learn, compete, and persevere. These moments often arrive in the form of tight games, tough opponents, or unexpected challenges—and it’s how a team responds that defines its character.
For the Seahawks, this season was about learning how to handle those moments. Whether it was bouncing back after a tough loss or adjusting after injuries, the team learned to regroup, re-focus, and move forward with purpose. These lessons will serve the returning players well as they prepare for future seasons.
Emerging Talent and Evolving Roles
One of the most encouraging aspects of the 2025 season was watching players develop into bigger roles as the year progressed. This is a key marker of a healthy, evolving program—when younger or less experienced players seize their moments and begin to assert themselves on and off the court.
While Coach Dennison didn’t name individual athletes, her emphasis on development suggests that several players rose to the occasion, gaining confidence in their decision-making, improving their skills, and stepping into leadership positions when needed.
Handling Adversity Like Pros
Every high school sports season comes with its share of adversity—whether it's battling through injuries, coping with tough losses, or staying composed under pressure. According to Coach Dennison, her team learned to navigate these moments with increasing poise and determination.
These experiences are invaluable, especially for a young team. Learning how to push through adversity is a hallmark of great teams, and Myrtle Beach is laying that foundation now. With each pressure situation they faced, the Seahawks built mental toughness and cohesion, key components for any team hoping to make a deep playoff run in the future.
A Senior Class That Set the Tone
This year’s senior class played a vital role in shaping the team’s identity. Coach Dennison praised their leadership, energy, and overall impact on the program. Seniors often serve as the emotional and strategic anchors for a team, and that was certainly the case this season.
Whether through vocal leadership, consistent play, or setting the tone in practice, the seniors helped foster a competitive and supportive environment. Their presence and commitment laid the groundwork for younger players to follow in their footsteps and continue building a winning culture at Myrtle Beach.
Looking Ahead: A Bright Future
Perhaps the most exciting takeaway from the 2025 season is the promise of what’s to come. Coach Dennison expressed enthusiasm about the returning players and the direction of the program. With a group that now has a full season of experience under their belts, the expectation is that next year will be a leap forward.
“I’m excited about the future because of the growth we’ve already seen and the potential we know we have,” Coach Dennison shared. “Our returning players understand what it takes now, and they’re ready to build on that.”
As the offseason begins, the focus will be on continuing to sharpen fundamentals, increase basketball IQ, and build team chemistry. Coach Dennison mentioned a desire to improve in specific areas—although she didn’t specify which, it’s clear that attention to detail and overall awareness will be a focal point in the months ahead.
Commitment to Improvement
Offseason work is where teams are truly made. For Myrtle Beach, this will be a time to refine both individual skills and team strategy. Whether it’s strength and conditioning, shooting mechanics, defensive rotations, or mental preparation, every detail matters.
With a committed group of returners and a coaching staff that emphasizes development, there’s reason to believe the Seahawks will come back stronger, smarter, and more confident in the 2025–26 season.
Tracking the Journey
For fans, supporters, and scouts interested in keeping up with the Myrtle Beach High Girls Basketball team, Coach Dennison encourages everyone to check MaxPreps for stats, updates, and highlights from the season. It’s a great resource for tracking the team's progress and staying informed about upcoming games and player milestones.
Final Thoughts
While the 2025 season may not have ended with a championship trophy, it was a successful campaign in many meaningful ways. The growth of individual players, the leadership of the senior class, and the experience gained in tough moments all serve as building blocks for the future.
Coach Jennifer Dennison is helping to shape a program where development is just as important as results, and where young athletes are learning not just how to compete, but how to lead, grow, and persevere.
The Myrtle Beach High Girls' Basketball team is on the rise. And with the right mix of returning talent, committed leadership, and a shared vision, the future looks incredibly bright for the Seahawks.
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