Next Level: Athletes On The Rise - Jazlyn Menifee, Deer Creek HS, OK
Next Level: Athletes On The Rise - Jazlyn Menifee, Deer Creek HS, OK
Featuring Jazlyn Menifee | Class of 2027 | Deer Creek High School
As a sophomore, Jazlyn Menifee made waves in Oklahoma high school basketball —and college coaches are starting to take notice. A 5′8″ wing from Deer Creek High School in Edmond, OK, Jazlyn has the kind of game that translates. She’s a smooth-scoring shooting guard who can slide up to forward, stretch the floor with her jumper, or body up defenders in the paint. Her versatility makes her a matchup nightmare.
More than just a scorer, Jazlyn plays with a maturity beyond her years—balancing aggressive offense with smart decision-making. She’s as comfortable knocking down a corner three as she is crashing the glass or rotating on defense. Her game is growing fast thanks to club circuits and highlight-worthy performances on Hudl, and she's catching eyes both locally and beyond. Coaches looking for a tough, athletic, team-first player who competes on both ends should circle her name.
Jazlyn Menifee isn’t just a rising player—she’s proof that hard work, confidence, and a love for the game can open doors for college opportunities.
The Story Behind the Stats
Jazlyn Menifee is already building a résumé that turns heads—and more importantly, she's doing it with purpose. A Junior now at Deer Creek High School, Jazlyn brings a unique blend of athleticism, work ethic, and leadership that doesn’t show up on every box score. Her ability to play multiple positions—shooting guard, small forward, even a stretch-four when needed—gives her team flexibility, and gives her coaches peace of mind.
But ask anyone who watches her closely and they’ll tell you: Jazlyn’s biggest strength is how calmly and confidently she performs under pressure. Whether it’s a tight district matchup or late-game defensive stand, she’s locked in and ready to compete. Her highlights speak for themselves—pull-up jumpers, smooth euro steps in transition, and quick hands on defense—but it's her decision-making and team-first mindset that stand out just as much.
“She doesn’t just play the game—she studies it,” said one of her AAU coaches. “And she’s got a quiet confidence that makes the people around her better.”
A Glimpse into Her Growth
Jazlyn has been active on the club circuit and continues to sharpen her game against some of the state’s best. That’s no small feat for a rising Junior—and it says a lot about how her game is being viewed at the next level.
As her confidence and skill set grow, so does her leadership role. Even as one of the youngest starters on her high school team, Jazlyn finds ways to encourage her teammates and model composure on and off the court. She’s equally comfortable leading by example or communicating on the floor when the game is on the line.
“I don’t always need the ball to make a difference,” Jazlyn once said after a key district win. “Sometimes it’s about spacing right, rotating on defense, or making the extra pass.”
That mindset is rare—and it’s one of the reasons she’s on track to be one of Oklahoma’s most recruitable prospects in the Class of 2027.