I had the privilege of watching Dawson County HS (GA) at Camp of Champs ran by former Presbyterian College coach Greg Nibbert this week. One team that caught my eye was Dawson County from Georgia and their guards’. 6-foot-5 Luke Chism and 6-foot point guard Jasper Dawson. Both are new to the program but bring instant firepower. Here is a short interview I did with each player.
Luke Chism
Luke Chism
Justin Byerly: What’s it like going from a small private school to Dawson?
Luke Chism: I have been raised in Dawson County so I know most of the kids. and even though I had great experiences from attending Dawson Christian I am excited about the upcoming year. The good thing for me is even though I have attended a small private school I have always played high level competition. The transition has been smooth.
Justin Byerly: What schools are showing the most interest?
Luke Chism: North Georgia, Furman, Lees-McRae and I have spoke Lipscomb. I am talking to several schools at this time.
Justin Byerly: Do you consider yourself a PG or a position less player?
Luke Chism: I feel like I am a position less player.
Justin Byerly: What are some of the things you are working on this summer?
Luke Chism: I’m working on becoming a better shooter over the summer and just working on my overall game.
Justin Byerly: What are your goals for the upcoming season?
Luke Chism: My goals for this season is Just to help my new team make it as far as we possibly can this season and just to become the best player
I can possibly be.
Jasper Gibson
Jasper Gibson
Justin Byerly: What’s it like being new to Dawson?
Jasper Gibson: So far it’s been great. I enjoy hanging out with all my new teammates and I really like Coach Pittman and Coach Parker. They’ve made the transition easy for me.
Justin Byerly: What schools are showing the most interest?
Jasper Gibson: So far I have an offer from North Georgia and I’ve had contact with Rice and VMI.
Justin Byerly: Do you consider yourself a PG or a position less player?
Jasper Gibson: I feel like I can play any guard spot and make an impact on the game.
Justin Byerly: What are some of the things you are working on this summer?
Jasper Gibson: A few of my goals for the summer and fall are working on my finishes around the basket, my mid range game, and getting in the weight room more consistently.
Justin Byerly: What are your goals for the upcoming season?
Jasper Gibson: My goals for the upcoming season are to be a good teammate and to lead our team to a state championship!