Toney Wins Gamer of the Week Honors
Teays Physical Therapy Center, Inc. and The Putnam Herald are pleased to present this week’s male Gamer of the Week to Jackson Toney of Poca Basketball..
Jackson Toney has had an impressive season averaging 14.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 2 steals for the 22-1 Poca basketball team. “My season has been going well, I have been trying to be a more confident scorer, and then I have always taken pride in my defense. I worked hard in the off season, and going against Isaac everyday in practice has definitely helped me this season,” said Toney when discussing his season.
“Jackson is an outstanding young man and great player to coach. He has a strong work ethic and is a good shooter and solid defender,” said coach Osborne. “He has developed into a very good player and does everything for our team. He scores, handles the ball, defends, rebounds and is a leader on and off the court,” coach Osborne continued.
Toney started playing basketball when he was around six years old and says he fell in love with the game early on. “I enjoy the relationships I have built through the sport. We have all been playing together since we were in third grade,” said Toney. He went on to mention how thankful he is for his coaches, teammates, and family for helping and supporting him along the way.
In addition to playing basketball at Poca, Toney is also the Student Body Vice President and a member of National Honor Society. Toney is planning to go to college to study chemical engineering, marine biology, or teaching.
The Dots will be back in action on Thursday March 10th at Poca High School, where they will take on Charleston Catholic in the first round of the Region IV Championships.
Please look for other local high school athletes to be named in next week’s male Gamer of the Week Sponsored by Teays Physical Therapy Center, Inc., and The Putnam Herald.