Name: Jaeli Jones
School: Summerfield
Age: 16
Year: Junior
Height: 5-10
Honor: Michigan Sportswriters Division 4 All-State second team.
Stats: Averaged 14.6 points, 11.1 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 4 steals per game.
Getting close: She needs just 168 more points to reach 1,000 for her career.
Consistency: Scored in double figures in 23 of Summerfield’s 24 games this season.
What her coach, Mickey Moody, said: “Jaeli is such a hard worker and wants to get better every day. She has a passion for the game and plays with a chip on her shoulder. Jaeli leads by example with her effort on the floor. Puts her teammates first and her personal goals second.”
What Erie Mason coach Josh Sweigert said: “Strong scorer and rebounder. Led her team well on the court.”
What Monroe coach Trent Moody said: “Our game plan against them revolved around her. She changes any team’s dynamic and is a great competitor.”
What Whiteford coach Nick Brillhart said: “Plays tough and is physical in the paint. Scored double figures in both games against us this season.”
Parents: Clayton and Marsha Fowler.
Siblings: Colton Fowler (12) and Cade Fowler (11).
Person I most admire: My mom.
Person I would most like to meet: A’ja Wilson.
Favorite movie: Love and Basketball.
Favorite book: “All Your Perfects” by Colleen Hoover.
Favorite music: Everything.
Favorite class: Math.
The best thing about my school: The community and closeness.
If I could change one thing about my school: To get air conditioning.
People most influential in helping me become a successful athlete: My mom and dad.
My greatest asset as an athlete: To be able to rebound and push the ball up the court.
The moment I realized I could excel in sports: Always having faith in my team and myself.
Favorite athlete or team: A’ja Wilson.
I’m happiest when I’m: With my friends/family and playing basketball.
Biggest thrill in sports: Winning.
Biggest disappointment in sports: Losing.
Best Christmas gift I ever received: A phone.
Favorite place I have visited: Panama City Beach, Florida.
Place I would like to visit: Maine or Hawaii.
Hobbies: Playing basketball and volleyball, hanging with my friends, reading.
Future plans: Become a physical therapist.
In 10 years, I see myself: Being a physical therapist and having a family.
People would be most surprised to learn that: I hate cold cheese.
Can’t live without: My family.
Best coaching advice I ever got: Just do you and play the game.
Best compliment I ever received: You have the ability to be great.
How would I like fans to describe me as an athlete: A team player and a good role model to younger players.
What sports taught me about life: That nothing will come easy. You have to work for what you want.
What role can athletes take in making our schools feel safer and more inclusive: By encouraging and supporting others to pursue their passions.
This article originally appeared on The Monroe News: Summerfield’s Jones named to Michigan Sportswriters D4 team
Reporting by Niles Kruger, The Monroe News / The Monroe News
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