ETHAN OKHARI WHORTON |2026 | Point Guard | Bob Jones High School (AL) | 7A

2026 | Point Guard | Bob Jones High School (AL) | 7ADSA / Team Global Elite (AAU)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Full Name: Ethan Okhari Whorton

Preferred Name: Ethan

Graduation Year: 2026

Date of Birth: July 22, 2008

City/State: Madison, Alabama

Height: 5’10”

Jersey Number: #3

Dominant Hand: Right

Phone: 256-457-0426

Email: Ethanwhorton08@yahoo.com

Twitter/X: @Ethan_Whorton5

SCHOOL & TEAM INFORMATION

High School: Bob Jones High School

Team Name: Patriots

Classification: 7A (Alabama)

Level: Varsity

Head Coach: Bryant Starkey

Coach Phone: (256) 394-1715

Coach Email: bestarkey@madisoncity.k12.al.us

Strength Coach: Jr. Strowbridge

Phone: (256) 425-1171

ACADEMICS

GPA: 2.9

Intended Major: Registered Dental Hygienist

NCAA Eligibility Center: Not listed

ATHLETIC PROFILE

Primary Position: Point Guard

Playing Style: High-IQ floor general who values pace, decision-making, and team execution. Consistent, coachable guard who prioritizes ball security, on-ball defense, and making winning plays.

2024–25 SEASON INFORMATION

Games Played: 17(Additional stats available upon request)

COMPETITION & EXPERIENCE

Teams Played For:

• Bob Jones High School

• DSA

• Team Global Elite (TGE)

  
  

Tournaments / Events:

• Huntsville Time Classic

• NXT Pro 16

  
  

Honors:

• 2024 Huntsville Time Classic – Champions

  
  

RECRUITING STATUS

Status: Open to opportunities

Schools with Contact:

• Tennessee Valley Defenders

Offers: None to date

Preferred Levels:

• NCAA Division I

• NCAA Division II

• NCAA Division III

• NAIA

• Junior College

Preferred Regions: Alabama / Tennessee

FILM & MEDIA

Highlight Film:

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Nfiluu_MhUvzdMNVHoAINMNLmqFkCz-D

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BBvuvMlopmMbHISBemqIqD0Os1eSvwY-

  
  

Hudl Profile: http://www.hudl.com/v/2Sjdbd

CHARACTER, LEADERSHIP & INTANGIBLES

Leadership: Team Captain (multiple games)

Community Service: The Mana House

Work Ethic & Approach: Purpose-driven trainer focused on game-speed reps, film study, decision-making, and defensive discipline. Leads vocally and by example. Embraces feedback, consistency, and daily improvement.

What Separates Him:

• Makes the right play consistently

• Controls tempo and reads the game

• Strong on-ball defender with anticipation

• Composed in high-pressure moments

• Reliable, coachable, and team-first

  
  

ATHLETE STATEMENT

Ethan plays the game because of his genuine love for basketball and competition. He brings leadership, consistency, and a team-first mindset to any program. His goal is to compete at the highest level possible while continuing to develop as a complete point guard who coaches can trust in critical moments.

Academically and personally, Ethan is focused on earning his degree and building a successful career in the dental field, applying the same discipline, work ethic, and leadership he develops through basketball. He is committed to maximizing his potential on and off the court and representing his program, family, and community the right way.

PARENT / GUARDIAN CONTACT

Name: Katherlyn Simmons Pickett

Relationship: Mother

Phone: 256-457-0426

Email: Katherlyns@gmail.com

AUTHORIZATION

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