Dyersburg Lady Trojans Team Preseason Preview
When I think about the Dyersburg Lady Trojans, I think of some renegades looking to attack. The squad is built off of speed and tenacity, looking to strike fear in opponents that suit up against them. Defense wins ball games,…
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Continue ReadingWhen I think about the Dyersburg Lady Trojans, I think of some renegades looking to attack. The squad is built off of speed and tenacity, looking to strike fear in opponents that suit up against them. Defense wins ball games, and they pack a powerful punch as they unleash their speed to create chaos on that end of the floor. Steals, tips, up in passing lanes, loose balls, rebounding, these are some characteristics that come to mind when I envision the Lady Trojans ball club.
Last year, the squad finished 20-13, 3-3 in the district, with an Elite 8 appearance. Though the outcome isn’t what they wanted, the Lady Trojans learned something about themselves. They realized that their quest to the top wasn’t that far from reach, but it would take hard work and commitment to get there. This summer, it was all about work and no play as they prepared their minds and bodies for competition. Coach Strayhorn was on it, as he equipped his girls with even more tools to utilize in competition. Last year the squad was young, but this year they returned even more ready to take the next steps towards capturing that 3A title.
It will be an exciting season for the Lady Trojans. They will be tested early, but look for these girls to be resilient. Here are some young ladies you need to keep your eye on that suit up for the Lady Trojans of Dyersburg.
Joya Crawford (5’8/Jr./CG)– “Hollywood”, this young sensational talent is one of the best offensive threats in the state. A walking double-double, she’s a multi-level scoring threat that is phenomenal with the rock in her hands. She’s a two-way player who can do all things. From creating turnovers to leading her team in multiple categories, she is the engine that makes the Lady Trojans go. Great talent who will be equipped to make a run at a state title and Miss Tennessee nomination.
Chelby Jordan Chelby Jordan 5'8" | PG Dyersburg | 2026 State TN (5’8/So./G)– Dual sport athlete who can fill it up.This girl is no stranger to the bottom of the net. How she gets there, well let’s just say from all over. Nice quick first step, can pull up and shoot in transition, step back, threes, it’s all money when this young lady takes the floor. Speed, of course on the defensive end she’s going to wreck havoc. Big time kid who is going to attract even more eyes as she takes on her second season of high school hoops.
Kay Kay Strayhorn (5’8/Fr./CG)– Another dynamic guard who will be introduced to the high school hoops world. A multi-level scoring threat that can score the rock at a consistent clip. Heady ball player who understands the game and then some. Brings so much to the table from making sensational passes to sitting down on D and locking up her opponent. She will look to find her role in this Lady Trojans attack. Look for her to see the court early and help create havoc on opponents. Great young talent that will be a force to be reckoned with for years to come.