McKenzie Basketball Seniors Honored
From the Feb 24, 2026 e-Edition
McKENZIE (February 17) — Prior to their final regular season home games on Tuesday, McKenzie High School basketball senior players, managers and cheerleaders were honored on the court, joined by family members.
Senior Lady Rebels are Gracie Aird, daughter of Matt and Misty Aird; Ashley Dunavant, daughter of James and Melissa Oswalt; and Molly French, daughter of Christina French and Misty Gibson.
The lone senior Rebel is Eli Vinson, son of Angela Douglas.
The lone senior cheerleader is Tobey Brooks, son of Sonny and Misty Brooks.
Senior managers are Carli Beeler, daughter of Tim and Ashley Beeler; and Carlton Townes, son of Yana and Michael Taylor, grandson of Carol Townes and great-grandson of the late Marsha Townes. Carlton carried a photo of Marsha and his late brother, Lorenzo Townes.
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