By Vivian Yenson, Staff Writer
Playing basketball since the age of three he claims, Jeremiah Davis is the epitome of determination. Only a freshman, point gaurd and shooting gaurd Davis already claimed a starting on the varsity basketball team.
“[When making varsity], I was happy but then I was focused at the same time because it was a great accomplishment and I didn’t want to lose that spot I got. Plus, my whole life I was playing guys older than me so that’s what got me better at my game”, said Davis.
As the youngest player on the team, Davis’ average of 10-points per game has contributed to the team’s success. Practicing everyday and even on his off-time, his hard work has translated into his great performance this past season.
“My first season on the team was pretty cool, pretty fun. All the seniors welcomed me as a regular guy and they made me feel comfortable as if I just made a new friend in school,” said Davis.
Despite dealing with a torn ligament during preseason, Davis has proven himslef to be a strong competitor on the team. He has shown improvement in his shooting skills and overall good sportsmanship throughout the season, which hasn’t gone unnoticed by his coach and teammates.
“For [Davis], this was a good year. He learned a lot; he grew a lot, mentally and physically. One thing I noticed [in the last game] was that he didn’t play the way he wanted to. He came out and still walked down to the front of the bench and high-fived everybody. To me, that’s the important part, seeing him grow not just as a basketball player but also as a person. [I know] he’s already ready to get back to work next year because he believes in himself and he believes that he can be a special player for this team,” said Head Basketball Coach D’Cean Bryant.
“Honestly, [Davis] has the most potential out of anyone in this program to grow and go play at the next level. If [he] just puts in the work and takes care of his grades and health, he could easily play at a division 1 school. As of this year, [Davis] exceeded my expectations physically but mentally [he] just needs to find a way to become a leader and role model for his peers,” said senior varsity captain Jake Bitzer.
Both on the courts and as a leader for the Barons’ boys’ basketball team, freshman Jeremiah Davis is surely one to look out for in these upcoming years.
