LANSING, Mich. - Great Lakes Christian College senior guard Ja'Quin Jones has left his mark on the men's basketball program. Despite his career being cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic, Jones had one of the best careers of any player in GLCC history, scoring over 1,000 points and captaining the team to two NCCAA II national championship tournament berths.

Jones was named second-team All-American in 2018-19 and third-team All-American in 2019-20, and garnered first-team All-Region honors as well in both seasons. One of head coach Richard Westerlund's "road dwags," Jones led the team in shooting percentage (52.7%), averaged 13.6 points per game and was one of the team's most outspoken and respected leaders on and off the court.

What did you learn from your time at GLCC?

"I learned to trust God fully and what he has planned for my life!"

What's your favorite GLCC athletic memory?

"I would say when I dunked on Kellum (Bridgeforth) from Grace at the Little Caesars Arena."

What is a highlight of what you accomplished at GLCC?

"Leading my team to the first national championship appearance in school history."

What's next on your journey?

"God willing, I will be able to live out my dream of playing professional basketball and going to finishing my nursing degree! Eventually build up my brand to be able to be a platform to impact others' lives and serve the Kingdom."