Photos and story by Tabitha Webster.
Colby Jackson started playing basketball at five.
His desire to play college basketball was fueled by his love for the game, and idea of his education being paid for while he pursues his dream career in Criminal Justice.
He brings to the team energy, leadership, and a “mean crossover”, the term for switching the ball from hand to hand rapidly with the intent to change directions.
Being on the team for him means the ability to meet and learn about new people and their backgrounds.
Jackson said his coaches have helped him to be more responsible, respectful, and caring.
To Ashly Fernandez, basketball was a way of staying out of trouble. Beginning to play at seven years old, she realized her love for the game.
Bringing good energy and fun to the team, Fernandez has made her team smile on many occasions.
The benefit of getting better is always a bonus for being on the team. Fernandez understand the pressure of being on a college team. Stating that when the coaching staff knows you have potential they push you harder to help you lean your strengths.
A confidence boost is something Fernandez really needed to boost her game and show her she had to potential for greatness, the coaches did just that.
Jocelyn Moore started playing basketball because of her family’s involvement in the sport. She began playing in second grade.
She brings humor and good energy to the court, always keeping everyone in a good mood. Moore said her time playing for PC, though limited, has given her
friendships to last a lifetime, which to her is an important part of college.
She is pursing her AA at Peninsula College, after which she’s planning for a career in Real Estate.
Moore said she feels cared for on and off the court by the coaching staff.
Having played basketball his whole life, Elijah Williams began taking it seriously in high school.
Receiving a basketball scholarship is why playing college basketball seemed so appealing. Being given the ability to have his schooling paid for while he enjoys his sport, to him is “a blessing”.
Besides his extensive experience as a basketball player, Williams said he brings good energy, hustle, defense and the ability to work well with his team. He said the coaching staff has helped him overcome adversity, and has given him opportunities to strengthen himself as a player.
Williams is pursuing a career in business marketing.