Kent Jackson
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Ross Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-2 senior guard and Jacksonville University signee is a deep-range shooter who can score off the catch or bounce. He also has a strong knack for attacking the rim and kicking out to open shooters where he forces defenses to collapse on him. On the defensive end, Jackson guards on and off the ball at a high level where he is very active in the passing lanes, as well as an above-average rebounder for his size.
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Read EvaluationRoss Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-2 senior guard and Jacksonville University commit has a deep shooting touch where he can knock down shots effectively from well beyond the arc. He also has a strong ability to break down defenses where he can finish effectively around the rim with either hand. Jackson’s defense has also improved where he is more active in the passing lanes as well as guarding against multiple positions.
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Read EvaluationRoss Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
Kent Jackson, A 6-2 senior guard and recent Jacksonville University commit is arguably one of the top underrated prospects in the state. Jackson has a strong IQ and can score off the dribble as well as off the catch at a high level. Jackson has emerged into a distributor on the offensive end as well where he has been getting his teammates involved early and often. On the defensive end, Jackson has shown he can guard on and off the ball at a high level using his ability to show his speed where he can cover a lot of ground. Excited for Jackson and his squad as they have the talent to make a run at a possible Final Four berth this upcoming season.
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Read EvaluationRoss Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-2 guard can score in a variety of ways whether it’s off the catch or off the bounce as he had a big summer for Episcopal School of Jacksonville. Jackson averaged in double figures while shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc as he is poised to have a big senior season. His recruitment has started to take notice as well as he’s received offers from Chattanooga, Fairfield, Lipscomb, Samford, William & Mary and several others.
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Read EvaluationRoss Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-3 rising senior guard and former Mercer University commit was sensational in their game against Williston on Sunday. Jackson finished with a game-high 21 points on four made 3-pointers, including the game-winner. His ability to play on and off the ball defense also has improved dramatically. Jackson has improved his pure perimeter over the course of the summer shooting nearly 40 percent from beyond the arc across four games this weekend.
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Read EvaluationRoss Van De Griek | Prep Hoops Scout
The 6-3 shooting guard and Mercer University commit has a smooth all-around game whether it’s his perimeter shooting or finishing around the rim. This past season Jackson averaged 18.0 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game for Episcopal School of Jacksonville. He also has a smooth catch-and-shoot release where he shot 40 percent from the field this season.
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