At St. Vincent’s Academy, freshman guard Emily Whittle is already proving she belongs on the court.
Whittle had her best game of the season on February 10, against Savannah Christian, scoring 30 points with 10 rebounds and five steals. She has started almost every game this season and is already second on the team in scoring, rebounding, and steals.
St. Vincent’s head coach Jason Helton said her performance stands out — especially for a freshman.
“Scoring 30 points in a game is huge for any player but especially a freshman,” Helton said. “Emily has started in almost all of the games for St. Vincent’s this season and is second on the team in scoring, rebounding, and steals.”
Her confidence, effort, and ability to make plays have given the Saints a big lift this season.
Chol Kiir Chol Deng | Calvary Day School
Senior | Forward
Calvary Day senior forward Chol Kiir Chol Deng played a big role in the Cavaliers’ region championship win on February 14. In the title game, the 6-foot-8 senior dominated inside, scoring 10 points and grabbing 12 rebounds to lead Calvary Day.
During the region tournament, Deng averaged 8 points and 12 rebounds per game and led the Cavaliers with 3.7 assists. He did the dirty work every night — rebounding, battling bigger players, and helping his teammates succeed.
Calvary Day head coach Bob Martin said Deng’s impact goes beyond the stat sheet.
“Chol has done a great job doing all the dirty work for this team,” Martin said. “He rebounds, battles physical defenders, and is always encouraging his teammates.”
With his effort, toughness, and team-first mindset, Deng was a big part of Calvary Day winning the GHSA 3A-Region 3 title.
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Coach’s Corner Players of the Week: Wright Leads Groves, Brown Powers St. Andrew’s
Coach’s Corner Players of the Week: South Effingham’s Shuman, SCD’s Bean Step Up
Johnson’s James, Beach’s Reid Lead Coach’s Corner Players of the Week
Coach’s Corner Players of the Week: Bradwell’s Thomas, Bryan County’s Mikell Answer the Call
Coach’s Corner Players of the Week: Groves’ Wright, St. Andrew’s Glover Take Over
Coach’s Corner Boys Basketball: Calvary Day’s Brown, Jenkins, and Massey Set the Tone
Chapman (South Effingham), Mincey (Bryan County) Score Coach’s Corner Girls Basketball Honors
Coach’s Corner Boys Player of the Week: Michael Hall Answers the Bell for South Effingham
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