PRAIRIE HOLMES
Sequoyah Tahlequah Lady Indians
Written by Byron Beers
Prairie Holmes can do a little bit of everything on the basketball court for Tahlequah Sequoyah and head coach Justin Brown.
“She is a long, quick athletic player that shoots the ball beyond the arc really well,” said Brown, who can put Holmes anywhere on the floor, although her primary role will be as a point guard. “She is a crafty player that is able to get to the basket to score inside.”
Holmes averaged nearly 10 points per game, shot 40.3 percent overall from the floor and 29.1 percent from 3-point territory as a sophomore. She also shot 58 percent from the free throw line, averaged 3.9 rebounds, 2.5 steals and 1.6 assists per contest.
Holmes, whose top goal is to help lead the Lady Indians to a repeat state tournament appearance and one last opportunity to play at State Fair Arena, or simply known as “The Big House,” has made a number of improvements going into her final season.
“I’ve already seen growth in my shooting confidence, court awareness, and overall enjoyment of the game,” Holmes said. “My strengths include athleticism, court vision, being able to play any position, speed, and anticipation for steals. I want to improve my defense, stamina, and communication to become a better teammate.”
Holmes looks up to her father more than anybody else when it comes to basketball.
“My biggest role model is my dad. He’s my number one supporter, always pushing me to improve both on and off the court,” she said. “He provides guidance and repeats advice, even on the car ride home after games, until it sinks in. His support and honest feedback motivate me to work harder every day.”
Playing basketball on the college level would be a dream for Holmes, who in addition to VYPE Top 100 honors has earned First Team N.O.A.A. honors, as well as all-tournament honors at the Fort Gibson and Vinita tournaments.
“After high school, I plan to pursue law school or forensic science. Playing college basketball would be a dream come true if it aligns with God’s plan for me,” she said. “I haven’t been recruited yet, but I remain hopeful.”
