Team Profile
Photos by Andy Mitchell
Q&A with Coach P. Dedric Maffett
Q. How would you characterize this year’s team?
A. A blend of resilience and potential with a strong sense of unity.
Q. What will be the keys to your success?
A. Buy-in and team unity.
Q. Who will be your key leaders on the team?
A. Fletcher Williams, Ke’Shawn Suttles, Makhi Isom, Jamari Billups, Ja’ki Montgomery, Deandre Montgomery, and Cameron Wilson.
Q. What are your biggest reasons for optimism?
A. The merger with Chattanooga Charter. New talent provides opportunities to build a more competitive and cohesive team.
Q. What will keep you up at night?
A. Film and ensuring that our team can stay motivated and maintain a positive mindset when faced with adversity.
Q. What can you build on from last year?
A. The experience gained from competing against tough opponents.
Q. Any lessons learned from last year?
A. The importance of consistency, discipline, and communication on and off the field.
Q. Will we see anything different this year?
A. The number of kids on the sideline.
Q. How would you characterize your team’s speed?
A. We are HUSTLIN’ TIGERS.
