Whitwell Star Signs with Lady Lions

WHITWELL, TN (5/2/08) — After a high school career that saw her accumulate more than 1,000 points, 300 assists and 300 rebounds, Whitwell’s Shea Thomas signed a letter of intent to continue her playing career at Bryan College.

Thomas, a 5’8” guard, was the 2007 District 6-AA Player of the Year. She was a four-time All-District Player. This past year, she averaged nearly 19 points per game, which was 6th best in the Chattanooga Times-Free Press area. She also averaged a little more than 3 assists and steals per game for Coach Eric Zensen’s squad this season.

“We are glad that Shea will be joining us next year,” said Coach Jamy Bechler. “I have been watching her since early in her junior year. She is a good scorer and knows how to put the ball in the basket in a number of ways. She is a good athlete and really takes pride in her defense. Shea is also a good student, so she’ll fit right in with our team.”

Thomas chose Bryan College over Montreat College, Toccoa Falls College, and Cleveland State Community College.

This past summer, Thomas was selected to attend the TENNESSEE TOP-100 WORKOUT for Tennessee’s top players.

“Shea is an outstanding leader and basketball player,” said Whitwell coach Eric Zensen. “Shea is a very smart player and solid defender. I always use Shea to guard the opponent’s best player. She is an extremely hard worker and very coachable. I am glad that she is going to Bryan. I think it is a good fit.”

Zensen scored more than 2,000 points while playing for Bryan College. In addition, his father is athletic director at Bryan.

Thomas is the daughter of Jeff and Sherri Thomas of Whitwell, TN.