Kashyra Jackson (2019): An Interview

It’s a gratifying moment when a high school basketball player receives an offer to play at the next level. <strong>Kashyra Jackson </strong>has received multiple offers and more certainly could follow. She’s a wing/forward for Arbor Prep and is in the class of 2019. <strong>Jackson </strong>is a smooth shooter with deep range. She spreads the floor and is extremely active on the offensive glass. <strong>Jackson </strong>is strong defensively, showing the ability to guard in the post or on the perimeter. I recently caught up with <strong>Kashyra Jackson </strong>to talk about re recruiting, next season, and more. Question: What do you think has been key to your success in basketball? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> The key to my success has always been practice. I’ve put in so many hours at the gym no matter what I had to sacrifice besides school and all the hard work has been paying off. Question: In what ways do you feel you’ve improved this summer? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> I’ve definitely improved mentally as a player such as translating what I do in my workouts into actual games. I’m transitioning more into a ball-handler and creating my own shots. Question: What areas of your game are you focusing on improving? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> I’m focusing on improving my perimeter shooting off the dribble as well as being more explosive. Question: You've recently received multiple offers. How does it feel? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> It’s honestly a blessing to say that I have the opportunity to play college basketball and continue my academics. It’s relieving as well because I know that I’ve earned the scholarships through hard work. Question: What schools have offered? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> Offers - St. Lawrence, Lawrence Tech, Wheeling Jesuit, Pittsburgh Johnstown, Roberts Wesleyan, and Florida Southwestern. I have interest from Purdue Fort Wayne, U of M Dearborn, Emporia State, Southern Mississippi, and Muskingum. Question: What are you looking for in a college? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> I am looking for a school with great academics and that lets me play a versatile role on the court. I’m also looking for a welcoming and safe environment as well. Question: What are you most excited about as far as college basketball and your recruitment? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> The thing that I am looking most forward to are the challenges that college has in store such as time management, studying, and communication because I know that it will help me going forward with my life after school. As far as my recruitment, I’m looking forward to getting to know more about each program, seeing new places, and learning from the teams that are recruiting me. Question: What advice would you give girls trying to reach the success that you’ve reached? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> Trust the process but don’t be patient with it either because if you put the work in, your time will come but you cannot expect that anything will just be handed to you. Work hard and enjoy it while doing so. Question: How are you preparing for next season? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> I’ve been in the gym every day that I am not on a visit for at least an hour and a half doing weights and working on my skill set. I’ve also been watching game film from last year to see what I can improve on and continue going into the next season. Question: What are your goals this next high school season? <strong>Kashyra Jackson:</strong> My goal for next season is to win the state championship. We were very close last year losing in the state championship game to DEPSA. As a senior, it’d be an honor to leave high school knowing that I helped contribute to Arbor Prep’s basketball history with some of my closest friends. &nbsp;