Shawn Jones '23 Recruiting Profile

Ever since I first started playing basketball in 4th grade, I've been in love with basketball. Being one of the non talented kids out on the floor used to motivate me to work that much harder. I was terrible , barely had enough strength to shoot the ball , dribble  or even make a layup , but being out there on the court was one of the best feelings I had ever felt. since then I told myself I would get better. I've always been pretty fast so I learned how to use that speed and explosiveness on the court. I am nowhere near as good as I can be but I have come a long way. Things I need to improve on include shot selection, My left Hand  and my awareness under the basket. Sometimes I surprise myself with how far I get with one dribble and find myself underneath the backboard with nowhere to go.  Honestly I can’t wait to take my game to the next level in college and one day go pro. Just the feeling Of Me working Hard Is one of the Best motivators for me 

I have two main collegiate goals. First, I would like to get a good education which could set me up for a future career.  In the word student-athlete, the student should always come first and so I would like to go to a college that will provide the courses that would place me in the right path. In school, I'm planning on going into courses that emphasize leadership, teamwork, and communications and or  Fitness and health management. I find helping other basketball players like me get better Interesting. Second, I want my game to take the next jump, where I could go from a good to a great basketball player. I love being in the gym , even after I’ve had a great practice I’ll still be there. I love seeing my game develop. Being able to do something that I previously couldn't bring me a lot of joy and shows my determination. Basketball means the world to me.