Post #9: Homeschool High-profile Profile

 Yes, the road stops here, this Monday.  One more game and the Mayhem and Madness of March will be over...until next year, of course.  It's been quite a crazy year in the bracket world, but the one constant has been the University of North Carolina.  The only one seed left standing, they are a favorite to win this year's title against the Wildcats of Villanova.  But what does this all have to do with homeshooling?  Well, on the surface, nothing.  But, if you watch the attached video, you'll notice that it's a video of one player, Justin Jackson, who had a phenomenal game against the University of Virginia.  What's so special about Justin Jackson??  Yep, you guessed it!  He was homeschooled!  So, in honor of their impending game, I am writing a short piece promoting him, his background, and his accomplishments.  Justin Jackson was a McDonald's All-American in 2014, won Co-MVP with Jahlil Okafor, and won the Jack Daly Sportsmanship award--and that is just a few of his pre-college accomplishments!  As a high schooler, he was a part of the Homeschool Christian Youth Association Warriors basketball team in Texas, and he had an outstanding career there. (For more info on Justin and reference to the information included in this blog = http://www.goheels.com/ViewArticle.dbml?ATCLID=209532765)  Many young athletes, especially in Texas, are choosing to homeschool for many reasons, but one of the reasons is that it provides more time to spend devoted to an individual's personal interests, such as Justin Jackson's interest in basketball.  Since he wasn't tied up in a classroom all day, he could learn at his own pace and spend all his extra time pursuing his dream--Division 1 basketball.  Another cool point, I think, is that Justin Jackson's team attends the National Homeschool Tournament in Springfield, Missouri, that my sisters and I have been privileged to be a part of (in fact, my two sisters went about a month ago and won the Division D championship! [http://nchclive.com/]).  It is a fabulous opportunity for homeschool athletes around the country, and I'm so excited for Justin Jackson as he competes in a National Championship!  Go Heels!