I am beyond grateful to announce my commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at Defiance College Thank you to all of my parents, coaches, and friends who have helped me get to where I am today.

Black Tigers Win!! Cuyahoga Falls-49 Stow - 46 What a win for the Black Tigers!!

That’s a Black Tiger victory on Alumni Night! A battle throughout, we pulled away late to send the Falls faithful home happy for the holidays! JR - Hayden Johnson led us with a career-high 28 points SR - Shannon Payne added 24 of his own It’s a great day to be a Black Tiger!

Shannon Payne with a RELENTLESS performance as he was named one of the MVPs of the game at the RTS Classic

Shannon Payne and Austin Brickley were RELENTLESS last night in posting double-doubles against the Greenmen!

Boys battled until the end, but the Blue Devils prevailed. SR - Shannon Payne led the team with 17 SR - Austin Brickley We travel to Hoover HS this morning to compete in the MLK Classic against the Lake Blue Streaks at 10:45 am. It’s a great day to be a Black Tiger!

That’s a Black Tiger winner on SENIOR NIGHT in Double OT! What a tremendous way to celebrate our seniors! SR - Austin Brickley led us with 22 points SR - Shannon Payne added 19 points JR - Hayden Johnson chipped in 12 points It’s a great day to be a Black Tiger!

Boys left it all on the floor against 1st place Revere. SR - Austin Brickley led with 17 pts/4 ast SR - Shannon Payne had 16 pts/10 reb JR - Hayden Johnson added 13 pts JR - Cody Leon chipped in 9 pts along with a team-high 7 ast and 4 stl It’s a great day to be a Black Tiger!

One of my old teammates and good friend still looking for a home. Shannon payne 2025 PG/SG 6’3 3.9 GPA. Long, athletic. Kid can play.

After having a discussion with Nicholas Newland, i am blessed to receive an offer to play basketball at defiance! Extremely grateful and blessed with this opportunity.

I am excited to announce my commitment to Defiance College to continue both my academic & athletic journey. Thank you for everyone who has helped me along the way including my family, friends, & coaches. Tyson McGlaughlin Josh Gibson Defiance College Men's Basketball

I am grateful and absolutely blessed to say I am going to continue my athletic and academic career at Defiance! #Committed #Goyellowjackets

Congratulations, Shannon! So happy for you and your family! I can’t wait to see you compete at the next level!

Excited to add a 330 guy to the program! Welcome to the Family Shannon!

Cuyahoga Falls ‘25 CG Shannon Payne 🔥🔥

I am 100% committed to Taylor University. I would first like to thank Jesus for giving me the opportunity and influence to share his name through this game. Thank you Austin Peters Coach Rahas and Ray Yates for believing in me. Thanks to family and friends as well!

Big news from Cuyahoga Falls! Shannon Payne is committed to Defiance College! Let's celebrate his hard work and dedication. Excited to see all the amazing things you'll accomplish, Shannon! 🖤💛

Truly a great young man! I’m grateful to have been his coach!

FUTURE YELLOW JACKETS‼️ School is almost out! That means it's time for SUMMER (camps)‼️ Come hang out with the team this summer to have some fun and improve your game🏀 Sign up through this link: dcmensbasketballcamps.com Look forward to meeting the future of Defiance College!

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