Osborn High School Boys Basketball Update 12/31/2025
DETROIT — 12/31/2025
The Osborn Knights Varsity Boys Basketball team has navigated a busy December schedule to emerge with a 5–3 overall record. Under the leadership of Head Coach Antonio Funches, the Knights have established themselves as a threat in the Detroit Public II league, where they currently sit in third place with a 2–1 conference record.
After a 3–1 start, the Knights faced a setback against Western International but quickly found their rhythm again. High-octane wins against Ford High School (70–62) and Clintondale (58–46) have showcased a versatile roster led by upperclassmen Gregory Turner and Jyren Reynolds. As league play intensifies in January, the Knights are positioned as a formidable contender for the division title.
2025-26 Game Results (To Date)
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 2025 | @ Ecorse | 47–50 | Loss |
| Dec 5, 2025 | vs Rose Leadership Academy | 56–54 | Win |
| Dec 9, 2025 | @ Bradford Academy | 71–53 | Win |
| Dec 12, 2025 | @ Communication Media Arts | 63–58 | Win |
| Dec 16, 2025 | vs Western International | 53–60 | Loss |
| Dec 18, 2025 | @ Ford High School | 70–62 | Win |
| Dec 19, 2025 | @ Clintondale | 58–46 | Win |
| Dec 22, 2025 | vs River Rouge | 44–68 | Loss |
Remaining 2026 Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Status/Time |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 6, 2026 | @ Michigan Collegiate | 7:00 PM |
| Jan 9, 2026 | vs Denby* | 5:30 PM |
| Jan 13, 2026 | vs Mt. Clemens | 7:00 PM |
| Jan 21, 2026 | @ East English Village Prep* | 5:30 PM |
| Jan 23, 2026 | vs Northwestern* | 5:30 PM |
| Jan 27, 2026 | vs Cody* | 5:30 PM |
| Jan 30, 2026 | vs Henry Ford Academy | 7:00 PM |
| Feb 2, 2026 | vs Pershing* | 5:30 PM |
| Feb 17, 2026 | vs F FIA | 7:00 PM |
| Feb 20, 2026 | @ ABT | 7:00 PM |
Team Details & Depth
The Knights' roster features significant size and experience this year. Senior Center Gregory Turner (6'7") provides a defensive anchor in the paint, while Jyren Reynolds and Jacob Naranjo handle backcourt duties. The junior class, including forwards Dekoda Sanford and De’Angelo Holloway, has been instrumental in the team's rebounding success during their recent three-game road win streak.