Jaxon Craig
Twitter: @jaxon_crai27753
Instagram: @jaxonc_22
5’10”, 120 lbs, Class of 2028
Des Arc High School, AK
Jaxon is a crafty guard is crafty and creative with a high IQ and amazing court vision. Jaxon thrives as a master playmaker who can score. Jaxson has a silky smooth shooting touch on all three levels but can deliver some jaw-dropping passes even off the bounce. Jaxon has the kind of court awareness that keeps defenders guessing and a strong ability to control the pace of the offense. Jaxon patterns his game after players like CJ McCollum and Ty Jerome; he brings a mix of composure and fire, driving his team’s offense with efficient decision-making and big-play potential. Jaxon is the resilient player who makes things happen, whether it’s knocking down clutch shots, threading the needle on a pass, or creating space to set up the perfect play.
So far, Jaxon averages 10.7 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 6.2 assists per game. Jaxon's biggest achievement has been a career high school average of 10 points and 5 assists. Heading into the season, his goals are to elevate his shooting percentages to fifty percent from the field, forty percent from beyond the arc, and eighty percent from the free-throw line. Jaxon also aims to lead his team to a deep playoff run and expand his leadership both on and off the court.
While Jaxon excels offensively, he’s working hard on his defensive consistency and strength, determined to become an all-around threat.
Jaxon's mindset when facing adversity is the “next play mentality,” which is the best advice he was ever given from Coach Nichols at Radford University and keeps him grounded. Instead of dwelling on mistakes, Jaxon sees them as stepping stones for growth, and he passes them along to his teammates by leading through action.
Having moved from a struggling program to a supportive environment, Jaxon appreciates the role his team plays in his success. With his elite court vision and improved decision-making, Jaxon believes this group has what it takes to compete at the highest level. Jaxon believes If he scores and facilitates the offense at his best, they can make a deep run and beat anybody.
Jaxon’s intense work ethic and play style have already caught the attention of Radford (D1) and Barry University (D2). Jaxon is confident that he'll make an impact at the collegiate level with relentless training, stronger leadership, and unwavering faith. For Jaxon, the sky’s the limit, and this season is only the beginning of his rising potential to evolve into a special player.
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