De’Vonte Jenkins of Youngstown Ursuline High School.  The 6’5 Wing/Post averaged 22ppg along with 12 rebounds and 4 assists.

After a history setting season resulting in the school’s first trip to the NJCAA Division II National Tournament and an Elite 8 finish the Lakeland Men’s Basketball team will try to continue its success.  In doing so the school announced the signing of two local area standout players.

Chaz Rollins of John Hay High School.  The 6’7 Wing/Post averaged  17ppg, 17 rebounds, and 4 assists.  He was voted 2nd team all district and all state honorable mention.  Chaz led the state of Ohio in rebounding and was second in the state in blocked shots.

Richard Smith of Lutheran East High School. The 6’8 Wing/Post averaged 10ppg, 16.6 rebounds, and 11.1 blocks.  Richard was voted as the MVP of Lutheran East and he led the entire state of Ohio in block shots and was second in the state.

De’Vonte Jenkins of Youngstown Ursuline High School.  The 6’5 Wing/Post averaged 22ppg along with 12 rebounds and 4 assists.  He was the Youngstown Vindicator Player of the Year and was a 1st Team All Ohio selection

“Our focus in the off season was solidifying our front line and we have done so plus some!” stated Coach Terry Bowe.  “We had two guys this past season that were the best in our conference, and not taking anything away from those guys but Chaz and Richard add an additional piece in their ability to step out and shoot the ball and run the lanes”  De’Vonte brings an explosiveness in attacking the rim and also has the ability to shoot the long ball and defend at multiple positions.  These three players are among the best in the state this year. We can get back to being a transition team.  Most of all I am impressed with the character of these three young men; they will be three to watch for.