Jensen really thrived in his senior year, putting together his best season at Cherokee Trail with 12.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists. He embraced the role of a veteran leader, running the team with confidence and keeping things organized on both ends of the floor. He was aggressive off the dribble, consistently putting pressure on defenses and creating opportunities. On the defensive end he stood out with his effort and discipline, locking in on assignments and competing every possession. His leadership, toughness and all around play made him a key piece to his team’s success

Cherokee Trail is on a mission this season to do something special, and they are one of the more entertaining teams in the state. They’re talented, they have depth, and they play for one another. Their top scorer on the season has been a bit of a surprise. Jensen has made a leap and proved that hard work pays off. He’s putting up 14.5 points a game, is a three-level scorer, and has showcased consistency offensively. He gets out in transition, runs the offense, and is also a prospect who works well off the ball. He’s a selfless leader who brings energy each game and takes what the defense gives him. He’s been a force on the boards, is a high-IQ decision-maker, and is a two-way standout who gives Cherokee Trail culture. He made a big leap in the rankings and is in the Top-50. 

Jensen has quietly become a stabilizing force for one of the state’s hottest teams right now. To start the year, he’s putting up a team-high 13.7 points per game, and he’s scoring efficiently while helping lead his team to victories. He thrives when attacking ball screens, he finishes in transition, and creates for others. Add in his defensive activity and decision-making, and Jensen has emerged as a trusted two-way guard who keeps Cherokee Trail dangerous every night. He’s been very solid to start the season.

Jensen looks to attack the lane, playing a big role for Cherokee Trail early on. Capable handling the ball against tight pressure, he has a quick change of pace necessary to create separation one on one. Putting up 8.8 points in his first 5 games, he looks to get into his opponents’ space given his low center of gravity to move around opponents. 

Jensen has found success early on with Cherokee Trail, bringing consistent decisionmaking within the halfcourt, particularly while attacking the rim. His aggression getting downhill has kept opposing defenses on their heels, often a step behind the guard, due to his quick first step and change of pace with the ball.

Jensen has shown value throughout the club season by pressuring the rim, bringing a high energy style of play. Bringing a quick first step, he does an excellent job of reading the floor quickly to get opponents on their heels early. Showing legitimate upside as a lead guard within Cherokee Trail’s context, he holds his own versus physical defensive pressure, bringing counter moves to create space one on one. That energy translates to the defensive side too, which is a must for him to garner significant minutes at the varsity level. 

Jensen looks ready for the varsity level at Cherokee Trail, comfortable getting to his looks within a few dribbles. Capable of attacking closeouts for finishes at the rim or floaters in traffic, the guard has added to his toolbox this summer. Arguably the biggest difference for Jensen has been his comfort against the fast pace of the varsity and 17U levels, holding his own verus aggressive defenders. Defensively, Jensen has great vision reading the passing lanes, getting a hand up early to deflect or steal passes.