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Headed for more success: Oak Cliff Faith Family Hoops
After securing the program's first state title last season, the Oak Cliff Faith Family Eagles are headed down the path to greatness again this season. VYPE DFW takes a look at the team so far as they continue down the path of greatness.
Last Season
Appearing in their third consecutive state tournament last season, the Faith Family Eagles sealed the year with a crown. Dropping only three games all season, the Eagles posted a 91% winning percentage and a 32-3 overall record (8-0 in district play). Outscoring their opponents by over a combined 1,000 points, Through the regular season, the team defeated plenty of tough opponents including Lancaster (49-46), Dallas Wyatt (53-51), Lehi (54-49), Summit International Prep (106-48), North Hills Prep (98-30), iSchool of Lewisville (53-52), and more en route to the playoffs. Once in the playoffs, the team took every challenge ahead with dignity as they sent home Celina, Dunbar, Anna, Sulphur Springs, Dallas Carter, Randall, and eventually Washington to secure the state title.
This Season So Far
So far this season, the Faith Family Eagles are putting forth a strong effort having already defeated the likes of Lancaster (62-61), Steele (58-47), Combine Academy National (46-40), North Hills Prep (114-35), and more. Returning talented athletes like Lamont Hartfield, Doryan Onquchekwa, Tony Dixon, Isaac Williams, Jazz Henerseon, D'Mari Devers, and more, this team can be expected to be as strong as they were last season. With excellent leadership and a determination to continue their legacy, the team is on a mission to return to the state tournament for the fourth time in four seasons.
The team will return to district play following the new year with a matchup against Summit International Prep on January 9th. Be sure you catch them in action!
SEMIFINALS PREVIEW: Oak Cliff Faith Family takes on Silsbee in fourth-straight state tourney appearance
The big stage of Texas high school basketball is not something that is totally unfamiliar to the Dallas Oak Cliff Faith Family boys basketball team. In fact, their appearance in the state tournament this season marks their fourth-straight appearance. VYPE DFW takes a look at their run towards the tournament and what fans can expect heading into the semifinals:
Season In Review
Typically at the top of their district, it was no surprise to any of the Eagles fans when the team posted a 10-0 district record to finish on top. Despite an early preseason loss to Dallas Kimball, Faith Family continued to play strong and post incredible victories over the likes of Dallas St. Mark's, Keller, Lancaster, Kennedale, Ranchview, Williams Prep, and more throughout the season. The Eagles have outscored their opponents by over 800 points this season.
Led by UT-Arlington signee Brandon Walker and Ole Miss signee TJ Caldwell, Faith Family took the playoffs by storm as they eliminated Spring Creek Academy, Aubrey, Dallas Lincoln, Van Alstyne, Kaufman, and most recently Dallas Carter. The team is headed into the state semifinals as poised as ever.
What To Expect
Playing in the semifinals is not going to be a cakewalk. Faith Family is looking to earn their second state title in the time-span of four years against Silsbee who won back-to-back titles in 2017 and 2018. Although the Eagles have posted incredible victories, Silsbee just might prove to be their toughest opponent yet. Caldwell can be expected to be ready to go from the start. With high game IQ and the ability to score often, the Eagles offense is set up for success. The defense- known for being phyiscal- can be expected to be at their peak performance. Fans can expect a great game.
Tip-off is set for 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 11 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.