By Millie Tainow
Fresh off their incredible 5A Girls’ Basketball Championship win, the Maynard Jackson High School Jaguars continue to prove they are a force to be reckoned with. Led by Cayden Cornish, a junior, (#3, PG/SG), ranked 275th nationally and 12th in Georgia, the team boasts a strong 11-5 overall record, and an 8-2 regional record, second in the region. Seniors Aaliyah Weaver (#1, G) and Janiya McCoy (#5, PG/SG) bring experience and leadership to the lineup.s
The Jackson Jaguars boys’ basketball team is having an incredible season and holds a 14-3 overall record and 9-1 in regional play putting them at second in the region, with a #34 state ranking. Leading the way is junior Donaven Thomas (#5, SG/PG), the team’s top scorer, alongside senior Cameron Dover (#24,SF/PF), who recently received an offer from Navy. Senior Maximilian Young (#3, SF) and junior Braylen Johnson (#1, PG) have been key contributors, with Braylen proudly representing Maynard as a three-year varsity player. Senior Javon Gardner (#2, PF/C), who returned this year after playing at Maynard during his sophomore year, has earned an offer from Bevil State and is impacting the court. Meanwhile, the Grundy brothers, Landon a sophomore, (#4, PG/SG) and Lavarien, a senior (#20, PG/SG/SF), are adding fresh energy and making an immediate impact in their first year with the team.
With strong leadership and talent across the roster, the Jaguars are poised for an exciting finish to the season. Don’t miss the action as they push toward the playoffs. Come, cheer on your Jaguars as they push toward another championship run. Stay tuned for a full feature next month.
