After finishing the season 27-1 and as high as #3 in the state rankings, the Mount Pleasant Tigers’ accolades continue to roll in with the Tigers top scorers earning a tremendous honor. Senior guard Zaveion Chism-Okoh and sophomore guard Payton Chism were selected to the 5A Region 2 All-Region Team as only two of only 20 players selected from around the area. Chism-Okoh led the Tigers in scoring at 16.2 points per game and had the most steals in the playoffs with 18. Payton Chism was an extension of the coach on the floor landing second on the team in scoring at 13 points per game and leading the team in assists and steals at 4.0 and 3.1 respectively. Zaveion has already committed to continue his playing career for Link Year Prep in Branson, Missouri next season while Payton will continue to work and come back stronger next season for a reloaded Tiger squad.

By Drew Barkley
Photos by John Whitten