South Gibson has hired John Wilkins as the new coach for its girls basketball team, replacing Catie Embrey. Wilkins previously led Brentwood girls and won consecutive state titles with McKenzie.
Key points
South Gibson hires John Wilkins as girls basketball coach
Wilkins replaces Catie Embrey
He won state titles in 2022 and 2023 with McKenzie
Wilkins coached Brentwood girls for two years
He aims to enhance the program's competitive edge
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South Gibson is bringing state championship pedigree to its girls basketball program, hiring John Wilkins to replace coach Catie Embrey, according to a post on the school's Facebook page.
Wilkins comes to the Lady Hornets after two years leading Brentwood girls, but previously coached McKenzie boys for 15 seasons, the final four of which were spent also leading the girls program. Wilkins and McKenzie won consecutive TSSAA girls basketball state titles in 2022 and 2023.
"My family and I are excited to join the SGC family and become part of a program that has established itself as a real contender in AAA basketball," Wilkins said in a news release. "There is a rich basketball tradition and strong culture here and I'm grateful for the opportunity to invest in these student athletes, this program and this community in the years ahead."
Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's bench celebrates as the Lady Hawks score during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Aerie Quinn (12) gets low as she defends South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Q&A
Who is the new coach for South Gibson girls basketball?
John Wilkins is the new coach for South Gibson girls basketball.
What achievements does John Wilkins have in coaching?
John Wilkins won consecutive TSSAA girls basketball state titles in 2022 and 2023 while coaching McKenzie.
Why did South Gibson hire John Wilkins?
South Gibson hired John Wilkins to bring state championship experience and enhance their girls basketball program.
What is John Wilkins' coaching background?
Wilkins previously coached Brentwood girls for two years and spent 15 seasons coaching McKenzie boys, also leading the girls program.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) attempts a pull up shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks get a defensive stop during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks get a defensive stop during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks get a defensive stop during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Kathleen Harrell (2) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg Head Coach Timothy Strayhorn during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg fans celebrate as the Lady Trojans score during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Mikayla Newbie (5) gets fouled as she goes for the rebound during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Kailyah Lewis (22) blocks South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Players dive on the ground for possession of the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side Head Coach Brent McNeal reacts after calling a timeout during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Ma'Kayla Bates (15) grabs the rebound during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) lines up for free throws during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Alexandria Collins (4) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Aerie Quinn (12) goes for the layup after coming away with the steal during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) celebrates after drilling a three pointer during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) gets fouled by Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) as she attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Alexandria Collins (4) guards Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) reacts after missing a free throw during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) blocks Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) three point attempt during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks tie the game in the fourth quarter during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Makayla Johnson (15) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) drives past Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) as she goes to the basket during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Players collide as they reach for the rebound during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Alexandria Collins (4) attempts a layup off a steal during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) attempts a shot over South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) calls for a play during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Kayleigh Hockett (1) is called for a foul on South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) pokes the ball away from Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) celebrates after causing a turnover, denying Dyersburg a chance to win the game, during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg defenders crowd South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) drives as Dyersburg's Kayleigh Hockett (1) guards during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) blocks South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Zandria Cohill (10) guards Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Refs share a laugh as the game goes into double overtime during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) and South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) tussle as they go after the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side's Zandria Cohill (10) grabs Dyersburg's Kathleen Harrell (2) arm to force a foul during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg fans react as South Side's Zandria Cohill (10) fouls Dyersburg's Kathleen Harrell (2) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
The Dyersburg lady Trojans celebrate as they defeat South Side to advance to the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Championship between in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side reacts as they come up short against Dyersburg during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Side reacts as they come up short against Dyersburg during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Dyersburg defenders leap as they try to contest South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Gibson's Jade Reed (23) and McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) get wrapped up during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Bella Redmon (11) tries to poke the ball loose from South Gibson's Karson Dunn (33) hands during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Gibson's Trinity Johnson (15) looks to pass the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Gibson's Karson Dunn (33) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Gibson's Serenity Johnson (14) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
The South Gibson bench celebrates as South Gibson's Serenity Johnson (14) nails a three point shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Players dive on the ground after the loose ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central Head Coach Jerry Lott during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) comes down with the rebound over a Lady Hornet during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Gibson's Ava Owens (20) fouls McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) as she attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) gets fouled as she attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Gibson's Serenity Johnson (14) attempts a shot over McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Haylee Whittemore (5) looks to pass the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) lines up for free throws during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Jocelyn Barnes-McGee (31) dribbles between Lady Hornet defenders during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Rhyan Gray (33) looks to pass during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) attempts a shot over South Gibson's Jade Reed (23) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) rips the ball out a Lady Hornets hands during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central fans object to a call during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Rhyan Gray (33) dribbles the ball upcourt during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Jocelyn Barnes-McGee (31) drive to the basket as three Lady Hornet defenders close in during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) attempts a layup during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
South Gibson's Ava Owens (20) congratulates teammate Karson Dunn (33) for the assist during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's bench celebrates as the Lady Hawks score during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Aerie Quinn (12) gets low as she defends South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) attempts a pull up shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks get a defensive stop during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks get a defensive stop during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks get a defensive stop during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Kathleen Harrell (2) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg Head Coach Timothy Strayhorn during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg fans celebrate as the Lady Trojans score during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Mikayla Newbie (5) gets fouled as she goes for the rebound during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Kailyah Lewis (22) blocks South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Players dive on the ground for possession of the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side Head Coach Brent McNeal reacts after calling a timeout during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Ma'Kayla Bates (15) grabs the rebound during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) lines up for free throws during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Alexandria Collins (4) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Aerie Quinn (12) goes for the layup after coming away with the steal during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) celebrates after drilling a three pointer during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) gets fouled by Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) as she attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Alexandria Collins (4) guards Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) reacts after missing a free throw during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) blocks Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) three point attempt during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side fans celebrate as the Lady Hawks tie the game in the fourth quarter during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Makayla Johnson (15) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) drives past Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) as she goes to the basket during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Players collide as they reach for the rebound during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Alexandria Collins (4) attempts a layup off a steal during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) attempts a shot over South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) calls for a play during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Kayleigh Hockett (1) is called for a foul on South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) pokes the ball away from Dyersburg's Briana Parr (13) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) celebrates after causing a turnover, denying Dyersburg a chance to win the game, during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg defenders crowd South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) drives as Dyersburg's Kayleigh Hockett (1) guards during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) blocks South Side's Amear'ra Cook (1) shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Zandria Cohill (10) guards Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Refs share a laugh as the game goes into double overtime during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg's Chelby Jordan (11) and South Side's Ri'Kiya Mitchell (2) tussle as they go after the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side's Zandria Cohill (10) grabs Dyersburg's Kathleen Harrell (2) arm to force a foul during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg fans react as South Side's Zandria Cohill (10) fouls Dyersburg's Kathleen Harrell (2) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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The Dyersburg lady Trojans celebrate as they defeat South Side to advance to the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Championship between in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side reacts as they come up short against Dyersburg during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Side reacts as they come up short against Dyersburg during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Dyersburg defenders leap as they try to contest South Side's Aydison Dilworth (22) shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between Jackson South Side versus Dyersburg in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Gibson's Jade Reed (23) and McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) get wrapped up during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Bella Redmon (11) tries to poke the ball loose from South Gibson's Karson Dunn (33) hands during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Gibson's Trinity Johnson (15) looks to pass the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Gibson's Karson Dunn (33) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Gibson's Serenity Johnson (14) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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The South Gibson bench celebrates as South Gibson's Serenity Johnson (14) nails a three point shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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Players dive on the ground after the loose ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central Head Coach Jerry Lott during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) comes down with the rebound over a Lady Hornet during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Gibson's Ava Owens (20) fouls McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) as she attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) gets fouled as she attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Gibson's Serenity Johnson (14) attempts a shot over McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Haylee Whittemore (5) looks to pass the ball during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) lines up for free throws during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Jocelyn Barnes-McGee (31) dribbles between Lady Hornet defenders during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Rhyan Gray (33) looks to pass during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) attempts a shot over South Gibson's Jade Reed (23) during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Neerajah Wade (23) rips the ball out a Lady Hornets hands during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central fans object to a call during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Rhyan Gray (33) dribbles the ball upcourt during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Jocelyn Barnes-McGee (31) drive to the basket as three Lady Hornet defenders close in during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) attempts a layup during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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McNairy Central's Bailee Shelton (15) attempts a shot during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
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South Gibson's Ava Owens (20) congratulates teammate Karson Dunn (33) for the assist during the TSSAA Region 7 3-A Girls Basketball Semifinals between South Gibson versus McNairy Central in Selmer, Tenn., on Monday, Mar. 2, 2026.
Wilkins was 35-23 in his time with the Lady Bruins, reaching the Region 5-4A semifinal in his first season, while he went 102-18 with McKenzie girls, earning BCAT Coach of the Year in 2023.
Wilkins is one of four TSSAA basketball state champions in his family. His father Mitch recently retired after 50 years in coaching, the past 14 of which were spent with Gibson County girls, which he led to titles in 2019 and 2024.
Wilkins' brother Mark, former boys coach at South Gibson, won a state title with Independence boys in 2024 and recently stepped down to accept a administrator's role at Page. His other brother David won a state championship this past March with Huntingdon girls.
Brentwood's head coach John Wilkins reacts after foul was called on one of his players during an high school basketball game against Franklin Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, in Franklin, Tenn.
Brentwood's head coach John Wilkins reacts after foul was called on one of his players during an high school basketball game against Franklin Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, in Franklin, Tenn.
"We feel very fortunate to have coach Wilkins join our Hornet family," athletic director Mark Dunn said. "His track record speaks for itself in terms of his ability as a basketball coach. However, even more importantly, he is a great human being.
"John comes from an unbelievable family of basketball coaches ... he will be a great fit here and we are excited to welcome John and his family to South Gibson!"
He replaces Embrey, who went 126-49 in five years at South Gibson, making three state tournament appearances. South Gibson announced her departure for Moore County in April, following a 28-6 campaign in which the Lady Hornets made a Class 3A sectional appearance.