Tashaun Williams and Talyn Willis of Durant High School are the February 2026 Shamrock Bank Honorees.
Tashaun Williams is three-year starter for the Lions varsity basketball team and a participant in track.
The 6’3 senior is a scoring whiz accumulating more than 700 points along with averaging 12.1 points per game throughout his career.
An inside and outside scoring threat, Tashaun stepped up his offensive output this season scoring at a more than 17 points a game clip. In addition, he has topped the 20-point mark in eleven games and poured in 31 points in games versus Pryor and Claremore.
“He’s a great player, ” DHS boys varsity basketball coach Aaron George said. “People, including myself, really like to watch him play. He will get a dunk, here and there and is a difference maker.”
Such was the case in a February game in which Tashaun had three massive dunks that brought the crowd to its feet and helped clinch a Lion victory.
Williams was a second team all-district selection in Class 5A-4 this season and has been named to several all-tournament teams including the East Central Oklahoma Classic in January. In addition, he has competed for Top Prospects Hoops (TPH) in AAU basketball and trains at C4 in Durant.
Tashaun has also made his mark in track and field earning medals in the long jump and the 100-yard hurdles. He hopes to continue his basketball at Murray State Junior College in Tishomingo with an eye toward a career as a welder.
His parents are Misty and Tyson Williams.
Talyn Willis (bio submitted)
Talyn Willis is an accomplished senior whose passion, leadership and work ethic have set him apart throughout his high school career.
For six consecutive years, he has earned All-District Honor Band recognition, in addition to being selected for the prestigious All-State Honor Band and All-Star Jazz Band.
Talyn has performed several solos during both marching band and concert band performances and currently serves as Co-Section Leader. His musicianship, dedication, and leadership make him a role model to younger band members and a respected presence within the program.
Academically, Talyn maintains an outstanding 4.0 GPA in concurrent classes and a 3.8 through high school, demonstrating his commitment to excellence both in the classroom and in performance.
Following graduation, Talyn plans to attend the University of Oklahoma, where he is currently auditioning to march with The Pride of Oklahoma and pursue a degree in music education to become a band director. His goal is to inspire and mentor future musicians just as he has been inspired by his own directors at Durant High School (shout out to Mr. Gregg).
Talyn is supported by his parents, Tiffany and Raymon Robinson of Durant, and his sister Taryn. He is also supported by Derek and Brittany Willis of Yukon and his brother Kase, and all of his extended family.
Talyn’s dedication, leadership, and passion for music make him a truly deserving recipient of this honor.
Congratulations to Durant High School students Tashaun Williams and Talyn Willis the February 2026 Shamrock Bank “Impact Athlete” and “Performing Arts” students of the month.
