Tanner鈥檚 Rickey Speights Jr. earned second-team honors in Class 2A from the Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA), recognizing his standout performance this season. Alongside him, Athens Bible鈥檚 Luke Murrell and East Limestone鈥檚 Coleby Davis received accolades for their respective classifications. The ASWA committee selected athletes from seven classifications, and Player of the Year finalists will be unveiled next week.

By the Numbers
  • Rickey Speights Jr. averaged 16.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game, with 68 steals and 29 blocks.
  • Luke Murrell averaged 18.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.0 assists with 100 steals and 4 blocks.
State of Play
  • Speights is a senior at Tanner, demonstrating impressive skills ahead of his graduation.
  • Murrell and Davis, both juniors, are poised for further recognition in upcoming seasons.
What's Next

The ASWA will announce the Player of the Year finalists for each classification next week, which may further elevate the profiles of standout players like Speights, Murrell, and Davis. Fans can anticipate potential movements in the rankings as these young athletes progress through their high school careers.

Bottom Line

This recognition underscores the talent in local high school basketball, highlighting players who not only excel individually but also shape the competitive landscape for future seasons. The awards serve both as commendation and motivation for these athletes to continue their development on and off the court.