Jon Sanders: An Interview
Jon Sanders etched his name in Southfield Christian basketball history by leading them to a second consecutive state championship. He had an outstanding season and was one of the most improved players and prospects statewide. Sanders was in the class of 2019, but…
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Continue ReadingJon Sanders etched his name in Southfield Christian basketball history by leading them to a second consecutive state championship. He had an outstanding season and was one of the most improved players and prospects statewide. Sanders was in the class of 2019, but as a young senior, has decided to reclassify to the class of 2020. He is currently researching his options for prep school. We recently caught up with John Sanders to talk about his game, the state championship, and more.
Question:
You ended the season with another state title. How’d it feel?
Jon Sanders:
Winning a 2nd state title was definitely a blessing. It was great knowing how our hard work payed off at the end of a long hard fought season.
Question:
What was your best memory from the high school season?
Jon Sanders:
The trip we took as a team at the beginning of the season to the University of Buffalo. We were blessed to be able to go down there and build a bond with each other while still working on our game with the help of collegiate coaches and players.
Question:
What are your basketball plans for the spring and summer?
Jon Sanders:
I just want to critique small flaws in my game that I noticed over the course of the season and work on those things on the court during the AAU season.
Question:
What aspect of your game are you looking to improve over grassroots season?
Jon Sanders:
I feel the biggest thing for me to improve on as of now is just my strength and conditioning… being able to play the fourth quarter as sharp as the first.
Question:
What do you think are the 2 biggest strengths of your game?
Jon Sanders:
The two biggest strengths of my game have to be my shooting ability, being able to shoot off the catch and off the dribble. Also my ability to beatt my man off the dribble and create for others.
Question:
What do you think that you can bring to a program at the next level?
Jon Sanders:
Outside of my skill set I know I can bring leadership and a great attitude to any program. Which as a point guard I feel is mandatory.
Question:
Any recruiting news?
Jon Sanders:
I’ll be reclassifying to the class of 2020 to allow me more time to get bigger and stronger since I’m am still 17 and growing. I have not decided which prep school I’ll be attending yet.
Question:
Who is the best player you’ve ever matched up with?
Jon Sanders:
I would have to say my teammate Dajion Humphrey. Going up against him and competing with him everyday in practice only makes me better.