Michael O'Brien's Super 25 high school basketball rankings for Feb. 8, 2026

Joliet West's Season Resilience Proves to be a Test of Teamwork

Despite losing several key players to prep schools last spring, Joliet West has managed to persevere and is now playing like a sectional contender. The team's success can be attributed to its ability to adapt and find new roles for the remaining players.

The Tigers' starting lineup, led by senior Aamir Shannon, has been bolstered by the return of Brockton Goehrke at point guard and Ryan Lipke in the post. Shannon, who began the season working his way back into shape after an injury, has seen a significant improvement in his athleticism and is now playing with confidence.

Under coach Jeremy Kreiger's guidance, the team has focused on developing new skills and finding ways to space the floor effectively. "We have tried to infuse them with confidence," Kreiger said. "Now they are asked to be lead ballhandlers."

The Tigers' recent winning streak of 11 games is a testament to their resilience and ability to come together as a team. They have won all but one game during this stretch, including a close loss at Bolingbrook in overtime.

Joliet West's success is also highlighted by the emergence of sophomore Abrey Robinson, who has provided a spark off the bench with his scoring prowess. The team's overall performance is a credit to Kreiger's coaching and the players' willingness to adapt to new roles.

As the season progresses, Joliet West will face stiff competition in the Public League playoffs, but their teamwork and resilience make them a force to be reckoned with.
 
πŸ€” I'm loving how Joliet West has managed to flip the script despite losing some key players. It's awesome to see how coach Kreiger has helped the team adapt and find new roles for everyone. The fact that they're playing like sectionals contenders now is a testament to their teamwork & resilience 😊. Abrey Robinson's emergence as a spark off the bench is also super cool! I'm excited to see how they'll do in the playoffs, especially against tougher opponents πŸ‘€.
 
This is so sick 🀩! I'm living for this underdog story. The fact that they lost key players but still managed to come back strong is truly inspiring. And Abrey Robinson's emergence as a spark off the bench? πŸ”₯πŸ‘ I love how Coach Kreiger is focusing on developing new skills and confidence in his players. It's amazing to see them adapt and find new roles. This team's resilience is giving me all the feels 😊. They're definitely gonna be a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs! Go Tigers 🐯πŸ’ͺ
 
man, i'm loving how joliet west is making it work despite losing some key players 🀯. coach kreiger's got his team playing like total ballers now πŸ”₯, and the way they're adapting new skills and roles for each other is genius πŸ‘. aamir shannon's been on fire, bro πŸš€, and abrey robinson's addition to the bench has been a game-changer πŸ’₯. it's all about that teamwork and resilience right now πŸ’ͺ. i mean, 11 wins in a row? that's some next-level stuff 😲. gotta keep an eye on these tigers as they head into the playoffs ⏰
 
I'm loving how Joliet West is killing it on the court despite losing some key players 🀩. It's like they're saying, 'Hey, we may not have our A-team, but we've got heart' ❀️. Coach Kreiger's approach to developing new skills and finding ways to space the floor effectively has clearly paid off. And that Abrey Robinson is on fire πŸ”₯! I'm all about teamwork and resilience, it's like the ultimate game-changer πŸ”„. Those 11-game winning streak is a testament to their commitment to each other. Now, let's see how they do in the playoffs... πŸ’ͺ
 
idk about this Joliet West team, they're kinda like that one friend who always manages to drag you up when everyone else is having a bad day 🀩. Losing key players last spring could've been a total bummer, but instead of giving up, they just found new ways to work together and it's paid off big time! Aamir Shannon's back on the scene and looks more confident than ever πŸ’ͺ, and that Brockton Goehrke return has definitely given them an edge. Kreiger's coaching is top-notch - he's clearly got a way with these kids πŸ™Œ. And let's not forget Abrey Robinson off the bench - he's like a little firecracker πŸ”₯! If they can keep it up, Public League playoffs are gonna be super interesting to watch πŸ‘€.
 
🀩 I'm loving this Joliet West team! They're like that one friend who's always surprising you with how much better they've gotten 🀝. Losing key players is usually a major setback, but instead of crumbling, the Tigers have found ways to adapt and thrive. Brockton Goehrke's back at point guard and Ryan Lipke in the post has totally changed their game πŸ’ͺ. And Abrey Robinson popping off the bench like a rookie phenom 🌟? Unreal! Coach Kreiger must be doing something right πŸ™. Their confidence is inspiring, and it shows on the court. I'm rooting for Joliet West all the way to the end of the season 🀞🏼⚫️
 
πŸ€” I think what's impressive about Joliet West's team is how they've managed to overcome some key player losses from last season. It's not always easy to adapt when you lose people who have been integral parts of your game plan, but it sounds like Coach Kreiger has done a great job of finding new roles for his players and developing their skills. Aamir Shannon's athleticism is definitely looking stronger now that he's gotten back into shape, and the addition of Brockton Goehrke at point guard must be helping to stabilize the team. πŸ’ͺ The fact that they're winning games consistently right now shows just how well they've been able to mesh as a unit. It'll be interesting to see how they hold up against tougher competition in the playoffs...
 
omg i just finished watching that game of joliet west vs bolingbrook on espn3 πŸ€πŸ‘ i was like wow they're so good!! i dont really know much about basketball tho lol what's prep school like? πŸ€” do you think aamir shannon is gonna get into college? πŸ“šπŸ˜¬
 
Can you believe it? They've lost like half their team from last year and they're still killing it! I'm loving how Coach Kreiger has brought out the best in those players. Shannon's back on top and Goehrke's point guard skills are insane! And Abrey Robinson is like a superhero off the bench... 11 game winning streak? That's wild! They're gonna take down those Public League playoffs with ease 🀩πŸ’ͺ
 
I think its cool how Joliet West is doing despite losing some key players πŸ€”. Its not easy for a team to come back like that and still have a good shot at winning games. They must have really stepped up their game or something πŸ’ͺ. Coach Kreiger's job of getting them to be more confident on the court is definitely paying off πŸ‘. And Abrey Robinson's addition to the team has been a big help too πŸ”„. Its all about teamwork and being able to adapt, which I think is super important in any sport πŸ†
 
man 11 game win streak is crazy! 🀯 they came back from losing some key players and still managed to pull it off which says alot about their team dynamic 🀝 i think its awesome how coach kreiger has been able to adapt the team's strategy to accommodate new roles for the remaining players. abrey robinson is like a spark plug on the bench πŸ”₯ his scoring prowess is giving them an extra boost and making them harder to beat. i dont know what the future holds but joliet west looks like they're in good shape right now πŸ‘
 
omg this team is on fire 🀩! they lost some key players but they didn't let that stop them from crushing it πŸ’ͺ! adapting to new roles is so key #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork. Aamir Shannon's back and better than ever, bro πŸ‘! coach Jeremy Kreiger is doing an amazing job with these youngins #CoachKreigerForTheWin. Abrey Robinson is a total game-changer off the bench πŸš€! they're gonna make it to the playoffs and show everyone what they're made of πŸ’₯πŸ† #JolietWestRocks
 
I'm lovin' this 😍! These Joliet West Tigers are on fire πŸ”₯! Losing key players didn't stop 'em πŸ‘Š, they just adapted & found new roles πŸ”„. Coach Kreiger's got the magic ✨, and it shows in their teamwork πŸ‘«. Aamir Shannon's back in shape & confident πŸ’ͺ, and Brockton Goehrke's return is like a shot of espresso β˜•οΈ! The team's got heart ❀️, and Abrey Robinson's spark off the bench is infectious 🌟. They're gonna crush it in the playoffs πŸ†!
 
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