Influencer second. Jared McCain is now ranked 22nd by ESPN for the class of 2023. We experienced that with my brother in high school. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer), Centennials Jared McCain dribbles the ball as Harvard-Westlakes Cameron Thrower tries to stop him during the CIF Southern Section Open Division boys basketball championship game in Corona on Friday Feb. 25, 2022. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial forward Devin Williams #22 goes up for a layup against Sierra Canyon in the second half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. Because of Sac-Joaquin Section ByLaw 207.B, its unclear if Roseborough will be eligible for the upcoming season. Basketball players at Prolific Prep attend school at Napa Christian, a very small private school adjacent to the basketball practice gym. Will Avery joins Duke's bench, Kyle Filipowski heals up and more Blue ?s Jimmy Oladokun (23) during a CIF Southern Section Open Division boys basketball pool-play game at Centennial High School in Corona on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022. Champs inked the basketball star duo of Hanna and Haley Cavinder to an ambassador deal that spotlights work out gear across their social channels, and also landed a deal with Oregon star center Sedona Prince to host a webseries/podcast featuring conversations with fellow collegiate athletes navigating the emerging NIL market. JM: On Instagram, I had a little bit of a following from basketball, nothing crazy. Jared has a degree in International Trade and Development Economics. In December 2021, the duo celebrated their first anniversary by sharing pictures from their year-long expedition on their Instagram account. The 6-foot-3 senior guard committed to Duke earlier this year. Jordan Gazdik and Diana Day [from the Icona agency] come up with a lot of ideas too. Height: 6'3" (191 cm) . Nonetheless, after a month-long endeavor, her account was ultimately retrieved. Eric-Paul Johnson has been covering high school sports for The Press-Enterprise since 1999, specializing in football, girls volleyball, girls water polo and softball. Jayce is a Point Guard at California State University after committing to Cal State-San Marcos. 14 recruit, per the 247Sports Composite), TJ Power (No. 2 shooting guard and the No. He helped the Huskies win their second straight CIF Southern Section Open Division title, as he scored a game-high 20 points in the championship game against Harvard-Westlake. For it to be back in (my) hometown, its the goal. Anthony Moore Class of 2025. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer), Centennials Eric Freeny attacks the basket guarded by Harvard-Westlakes Robert Hinton in the CIF Southern Section Open Division boys basketball championship game in Corona on Friday Feb. 25, 2022. Private schools captured six of the first seven Open Division titles at the CIF Southern Section level and have won six of the seven CIF Open Division state championships. Besides, Sydney supports his career and makes herself available for almost all his games. His first scholarship offer came from Eastern Washington when he was in eighth grade. Everybody has the mindset (of) youre going to be great. Centennial has been doing its best to change any narrative that public school programs cant compete with the estates top private school teams. Before the move, Jared played for one of the top AAU teams in the country, the Compton Magic. Early life and high school McCain attended Centennial High School. Jared McCain, 2023 Shooting Guard, Duke - Rivals.com He added, If youre in Los Angeles, it creates urgency to get better, faster and work harder. Centennial moved into the top division in 2015, and 18 of its 21 opponents in the section playoffs have been private schools. PLZ SUBSCRIBE!! instagram ). 01/21/2023 64 - 52 at Salesian College Prep. Jayce is one of his kid brothers biggest supporters. :: McCain is a hooper first. The competition is a key reason Hawkins and others made the move. 2023 4-star guard Jared McCain commits to Duke men's basketball Mccain also has featured his mom Jine in several of his clips. The couple began their whirlwind romance in December 2020. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial forward Aaron McBride #21 blocks the shot of Sierra Canyon guard Isaiah Elohim #15 in the first half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. A few years after Brown made the move to Prolific Prep, Coleman Hawkins arrived at the Napa school. ROAD TO 200K! McCain grew up in Sacramento and spent a majority of his life in. One of the things he hoped to accomplish was win three state championships, something that wont be possible because COVID-19 wiped out the state basketball playoffs last season. Hometown: Sacramento, CA . NDP: In terms of this Champs and Eastbay campaign, have you already started to brainstorm how thats going to look on social? 2022 Sports Phenoms, Inc., All Rights Reserved | This site has no affiliation with the National Basketball Association | Website by SOF, Inc. Jareds older brother, Jayce, graduated from Folsom High School. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer), Centennials Jared McCain goes for a layup as hes defended by Damien?? Corbin Smith An athlete's prime will occur between the ages of 20 and 32. JM: Thats tough! Jared hanging out with Jayce, Lance and Jina in Hawaii in the summer of 2019 ( Source : facebook ) Jared Mccain parents are Jina Mccain and Lance Mccain. You see it in every aspect on this campus every day, Barile said. We had no intention of leaving except we started looking at the basketball side of things. Make the McDonalds All-American game, Gatorade State Player of the Year and accolades I could achieve throughout my high school career (were on there). It was kind of me persuading (my family) I wanted to go down there to take basketball more seriously.. However, she did not continue on her sports career after completing college. In McCains room is a dream board he created when he was in middle school. Jared McCain is a 6'3", 200 pound Point Guard from Corona, CA. In August 2020, when a high school basketball season seemed unlikely because of COVID-19, Silva decided to attend Prolific Prep while staying a student at Jesuit High School. He didnt get the exposure he deserved when he was in high school and now hes helping me navigate through this journey.. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial Eric Freeny #13 goes top for a layup against Sierra Canyon in the second half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. NDP: Tell me about some childhood stories. Going back to last summer, what was your initial reaction to seeing that the NIL laws were going into effect, and what was your first impression? There are some years when it has been easy, and other years when its the most difficult thing. The three pinned videos on his @JaredMcCain24 TikTok channel have tallied a total of more than 40 million combined views. Jared McCain, the High School Basketball Phenom and Tik Tok Sensation With Dreams of NBA Stardom By JACOB POLACHECK It's 5:52 a.m. in Corona, a city of just over 166,000 residents on the outskirts of Los Angeles. From the outset, Jared has maintained a competitive spirit in the home playing with his big bro. According to TicketMaster, reserved seats for the open division boys and girls championship games are already sold out. This story was originally published March 11, 2022, 5:00 AM. The UC Santa Barbara alum also runs a collective Youtube channel with her beau named Jared & Syd. The Huskies (32-1) square off against Modesto Christian (30-5) for the Open Division state championship Saturday at 8 p.m. at Sacramentos Golden 1 Center. Despite not vying during his true freshman season in 2018-2019, Jayce made up for the lost time in his redshirt freshman season in 2019-2020. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer), Centennials Aaron Mcbride goes for a layup against Harvard-Westlakes Landon Lewis in the CIF Southern Section Open Division boys basketball championship game in Corona on Friday Feb. 25, 2022. I love it. Chambers coaches AAU basketball and works with some of the top players in the area. Moreover, in keeping with the rest of his family, Lance also had the honor of being an athlete, having played college basketball. They want to play and get a scholarship at a university. 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Hes worked with some of the best athletes in the area. Roots for the Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers. McCain was announced as the California Gatorade Boys Basketball Player of the Year Wednesday. McCain is preparing for his final season at Centennial High School in Corona. 1. Seeing people come up to me and say Im an inspiration thats crazy. We know how hard he has worked.. During quarantine is when I started the TikTok. But the pandemic made it possible to attend Zoom classes at Jesuit while playing for Prolific Prep. Local. Jared McCain is a prominent face in high school basketball. What concerns me about that is how does a kid that has gone to a prep school for a year or two, not gone to school, how are they able to jump back into the comprehensive high school public school setting? (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer), Centennials Devin Williams slams dunk during the CIF Southern Section Open Division boys basketball championship game against Harvard-Westlake on Friday Feb. 25, 2022. I love it, he beams. He started getting offers and then Duke offered. Besides, the two sweethearts also occasionally feature in her TikTok videos, where they can be seen dancing to a beat or performing some TikTok trends. McCain grew up in Sacramento and spent a majority of his life in the capital city before moving to Southern California in middle school. I have fun at school.. I just wanted to put him in a more competitive situation. Its going (to be) an amazing feeling stepping on that court., Jareds father, Lance added, This is a very exciting time. Jared recalls walking out of the gym with former Folsom McDonalds All-American girls basketball player McKenzie Forbes. Gives back to the community by working with kids. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial guard Donovan Dent #2 celebrates a three pointer by Centennial forward Devin Williams #22, not pictured, against Sierra Canyon in the second half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. The high school coaches (in Sacramento) dont push recruiting for their kids, Waters said. Dec 4, 2022 SACRAMENTO In a rematch of last season's CIF State Open Division title game, Corona Centennial cruised to a 78-42 victory over Modesto Christian on Saturday night in the The Proving Grounds '22 showcase hosted by Sheldon High School. Copyright 2016 Zagsblog. Five-star junior guard Jared McCain announced his commitment to Duke on Friday, becoming the Blue Devils' third five-star pledge in the 2023 class. She uploaded several snapshots from their travel, featuring them enjoying a refreshing swim and admiring a breathtaking sunset while lounging on the beach. Has one younger brother, Jared. In the summer of 2018, he moved in with a family friend in the Askew family to attend Above and Beyond Athletics Academy in Southern California. After attending Sacramento Country Day during elementary school and sixth grade, McCain transitioned into being home-schooled. When Jared McCain moved to Southern California from the comfort of Sacramento County, he didnt know many people. He is the author of two books and an award-winning journalist whose articles have appeared in ESPN The Magazine, SLAM, Sheridan Hoops, Sports Illustrated, Basketball Times and in newspapers nationwide. The football program has been a perennial mainstay in the CIF Southern Sections Division 1 playoffs. 12 Best 5 Star Hotels In Manhattan New York City, Top 10 Places To Eat In New York To Feel Like A True New Yorker, 10 Best And Cheap Way To See Statue Of Liberty, New York City In 1 Day: What To Do And Where To Go, Immaculate Grid NBA Version (Unlimited Cross Over Grid), 10 Best Duke Basketball Players In The NBA. Rashaan Shehee Jr Class of 2028. As a result, he expects a large crowd at Golden 1 to support him. By the time your average lawyer is sitting down to highlight. Awards - Grassroots 365 The wow moment for McCain came when Duke offered him a scholarship in November. Partner of iOne Digital / Cassius Network, Class of 2025 five-star Jasper Johnson updates recruitment after Peach Jam, Class of 24 forward Matt Hodge sets visits, On3 name, image and likeness valuation of $225,000 is sixth among all high school basketball players, ESPN 60 ranks him as the No. As part of this new deal, whats the first pair youre going to get for your mom? When life gives you Lemons, make something Perfect Hyped to announce Im locked in with @lemonperfect to help us all be that healthier and happier version of ourselves. According to him, there isnt much movement on the girls side. Waters worked with Askew and McCain before they moved to Southern California. Jared McCain (born February 20, 2004) is an American basketball player who currently attends Centennial High School in Corona, California . (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial forward Aaron McBride #21 fights for the rebound against Sierra Canyon guard Dylan Metoyer #2 in the second half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer), Centennials Jared McCain attacks the basket guarded by Harvard-Westlakes Jacob Huggins in the CIF Southern Section Open Division boys basketball championship game in Corona on Friday Feb. 25, 2022. It was after that tournament when Jared started receiving significant national attention. There are plenty of examples of how (the prep route) has worked out. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial forward Aaron McBride #21 dunks against Sierra Canyon in the first half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. There are so many basketball folks around Sacramento. Those were my favorite memories. Jared McCain dad Lance McCain is a flight attendant at Southwest Airlines. They didnt know him, either. The only thing missing from the boys basketball teams trophy case is a state championship. From the ways that athletes, executives, musicians and creators are moving the business world forward to new technologies, emerging leagues, and industry trends, Boardroom brings you all the news and insights you need to know At the forefront of industry change, Boardroom is committed to unique perspectives on and access to the news, trending topics and key players you need to know. I would have the apps and I would try to get the new drops when they came out and try to get lucky. The Sacramento area last year didnt have a Division l scholarship boys basketball player. But he knew and understood basketball and the comforts of a gym and a ball. When you have the right people involved, you can achieve greatness.. 1.4M. McCain, a 6-foot-3 junior shooting guard, averaged 16.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and four assists per game this season. Could he have achieved the same fame had he stayed in Sacramento? Centennial boys basketball standout Jared McCain has been selected Californias Gatorade Player of the Year. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial forward Devin Williams #22 dunks against Sierra Canyon in the first half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. Im smiling thinking about it. In January, he became a Burger Boy by being named to the 2023 McDonald's . Damiens Malik Thomas, whose hometown is listed as Fontana, was selected in 2021. Around 2015 and 2016, that was a tough time to get Yeezys. The kids now look for bigger opportunities as far as a platform, Armstead said. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial head coach Joshua Giles cheers after a Centennial block a Sierra Canyon shot in the first half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. JARED MCCAIN Its like a dream come true. 3 combo guard and the No. McCain is a 6-foot-2 guard who is listed as a shooting guard but can also play the point. You dont really know a lot of people out here. Jared's hard work paid off when he received multiple basketball scholarship offers. NDP: As youve been handling the last year of NIL, what have the conversations been like with other players in terms of how youve all been figuring this out as you go? Eric-Paul Johnson has been covering high school sports for The Press-Enterprise since 1999, specializing in football, girls volleyball, girls water polo and softball. JM: At first, I was just kind of confused. Eric-Paul enjoys going to concerts and twice has worked as a photographer at the Coachella Valley Arts & Music Festival. Chase Davis becomes the 22nd Sacramento-area player selected in first round of MLB draft, These are the 10 poorest counties in California, according to new median income ranking, 21-year-old killed after Uber driver abandons him on California highway, lawsuit says, Can you bury a relative in your backyard? #6978 Most Popular Boost About Basketball player known for posting dance trends on his jaredmccain24 TikTok account. Status Signed Duke 03/18/2022. Then the whole family came along. He lost his top player during the COVID-19-shortened season Varick Lewis, to Southern California Academy before the spring 2021 season. Top high school basketball players leave Sacramento | The Sacramento Bee (Devin and Jared) going to Los Angeles created that level of urgency. 16), Sean Stewart (No. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/ SCNG), Jared McCain #24 of Centennial drives to the basket against Modesto Christian in the first half of a CIF State Open Division boys basketball state championship game at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Enjoys playing/watching basketball, playing NBA 2K and FIFA and hanging out with family and friends. Duke Commit Jared McCain Stars in New Champs Collection - Boardroom Theres just not enough good high school teams, Waters said. The 6-foot-3 guard is the star player on one of the nations best teams. When a top player decides to transfer, which is rare, its likely she will stay in the Sacramento area. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG), Centennial guard Donovan Dent #2 scores as he is defended by Sierra Canyon guard Isaiah Elohim #15 in the second half of the CIF State Open Division boys basketball regional championship game in Corona on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. To grow, there has to be a standard to reach to and Sacramento is so limited in the talent level and the standard that people get that false reality. Eric-Paul enjoys going to concerts and twice has worked as a photographer at the Coachella Valley Arts & Music Festival. Waters also think Sacramento players leave because high school coaches dont attract enough recruiting attention. In the past six years, some of the Sacramento-areas best players left town to make their names elsewhere. From the onset of the NIL era, Champs was an early adopter of embracing and incorporating once-amateurs into its annual and quarterly flagship campaigns. I didnt want to be stuck in Sacramento. You just have more opportunities.. Yr. JM: Usually, I just stick to one shoe for the whole season. DraftExpress - Jared McCain DraftExpress Profile: Stats, Comparisons Sacramento ballet icon Barbara Crockett . In the summer of 2017, The Bees reigning Player of the Year, Jordan Brown, left for Prolific Prep. They know me and what I like to have fun with. Barile, who is a former basketball coach, said that mentality extends beyond athletics. Those and Yeezys. He is a stat junkie who created and maintains a record book for high school sports in the Inland Empire. They were just feeding me insight and thats finally when I made the decision that Im going to go to Prolific kind of as a basketball decision., Hawkins added later, I definitely appreciate (Sacramento). Brown, who spent the first three seasons of his prep career at Woodcreek in Roseville, was ranked as one of the top recruits in the country and was a McDonalds All-American. Jayce McCain - 2022-23 - Cal State San Marcos Athletics