Andrew Jones 6’4″ 185 pg brings his recruitment to a comfort zone. Andrew is another Texas prospect that clarity came late for. The high major lead guard grew 4 inches and gain 35 pounds in the last 16 months. We remember the 5’10” shooter at the Texas Grassroots Basketball events 3 years ago that was constantly competing and looking for an opportunity. The reality of his talent has resonated with the country now and the University of Texas/ HC Shaka Smart are the beneficiaries.
So many times in recruiting the hardest worker doesn’t get the player but this time hard work paid off. Andrew said, “I actually looked forward to coach’s calls. He always had infomation that made me better both on and off the court.” “I can’t wait to play for this guy.” Assistant coach David Cason and H.C. Smart locked in and now they have number three done with some more work out there.
Andrew discussed how he got to this point. Jones said, “Man, my dad has been everything for me in basketball. He showed and taught me on and off the court everyday.” “Having a sister (Alexis Jones-Baylor) like Alexis that could always get it across to me. A mother that was no nonsense and competitive provided me with everything I could hope for to be a player.”
Andrew is averaging 28 pts,10 rebs, and 7 ast. thus far this season. The three year varsity starter has developed from ground up right before our eyes the right way. In todays society where it is more about the frosting than the cake, Andrew has shown to be a player about substance. Andrew said, “Now I can get back to work without any distractions and get better.” “I want to work at getting stronger and lower on defense, also on offense with the ball.” “The pick and roll is something I am a constant student of.”
Andrew continues his high school career at Irving MacArthur after losing in the 5A state semi-finals last year. His hopes are of hanging as many championship banners as he can before he is done. He spent his first 6 years playing for his father Head Coach David Jones and Texas Express. Jones spent one cycle on the EYBL with Jeff Webster and ProSkills.
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