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Jake Oglesby Named NJCAA Division III Player Of The Week

The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has named Pennsylvania Highlands freshman Jake Oglesby the Division III Men’s Basketball Player of the Week for January 22-28.

Jake Oglesby

Oglesby (Melbourne, Florida) averaged 24.3 points per game while shooting 63 percent from the floor in three contests during the week, as the Black Bears posted a perfect 3-0 record.

In a win over Point Park Developmental Team on January 23, Oglesby tallied 47 points, breaking the school record previously held by Joziah Wyatt-Taylor (46). He also set a new school mark by making 13 three-point field goals in a game.

“It’s a great feeling to get this award,” Oglesby stated. “With all the time I’ve spent in the gym, to see it pay off means a lot. I’m thankful for my teammates for being supportive, and I hope we can keep winning games.”

Oglesby became the fifth men’s basketball player in school history to earn a National Player of the Week honor, joining Joziah Wyatt-Taylor, Tim Biakapia, Matt Forbes, and Delonte Fennell.

“We are proud of Jake for earning this honor,” stated Sue Brugh, Director of Student Activities & Athletics. “I haven’t seen many kids work harder than him. He’s always in the gym improving. He brings great pride to those who have worn the Black Bear uniform before him.”

Through 23 games, Oglesby has averaged 8.8 points per game on 43 percent shooting, including 34 percent on three-pointers.