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Concordia Lutheran's Jace Jeffries
NO DAYS OFF: Jeffries dedicates himself to the Game
The junior looks forward to playing an even bigger role in 2023-24.
“Of course, it’s going to be a big responsibility for me,” said Jeffries. “We had a pretty good season, but we know there’s more work to be done. We have a good group of guys, and I feel like as a senior I need to lead them into a winning position. So, we know our purpose in what we do, and we’ll go hard every day.”
In addition to dishing assists on the court, Jeffries spends his free time assisting the community by helping to train the younger generation of ballplayers at Alodia Basketball Academy.
“I always try to give back to the youth,” he said. “It’s always been a big part of my life, because when I was a kid I looked up to people. They look at a kid who’s teaching them the drills three times a week and I think that makes them appreciate it more. So, now I want these kids who look up to me to succeed.”
Given his palpable dedication to the game, it’s not hard to see why he’s become a standout in Concordia Lutheran hoops.
2022-23 Concordia Lutheran BasketballJustin Hartojo (VYPE)
“I think my hard work and motivation helps to set me apart,” Jeffries said. “Getting up in the morning, not just for basketball – it might be for the classroom or something else. I’m always trying to better myself in my work ethic, without cutting any corners.”
It’s only a matter of time before that translates onto the hardwood in a major way.
2022-23 Concordia Lutheran Baseball
HOT STREAK: Undefeated Concordia Lutheran wins Lufkin Tourney
CLHS Crusaders win the Lufkin TournamentPhoto acquired via Jim Traeger's (Father of Nolan Traeger) Twitter: @txtraeger
Most recently, Concordia Lutheran flexed its prolific talent by winning the Lufkin Tournament this past weekend, claiming the Final with a 10-2 victory over Hallsville.
The Crusaders’ bats were on fire during the tournament Final, particularly those of junior RHP/1B Eoghan Collins (2-3; 4 RBI), senior RHP/3B Alex Petrovic (3-3; 3 RBI), senior OF Zachary Daigre (1-2; RBI) and junior C Nolan Traeger (2 BB, RBI).
Concordia Lutheran's Alex PetrovicJustin Hartojo (VYPE)
Furthermore, one of the biggest surprises of Concordia’s season is the breakout performance of sophomore MIF Cole Lanclos (3B, RBI in Lufkin Tourney Final), whose consistency (.500 BA, 11 Hits, 7 RBI, 3 SB, 1 3B) has propelled the 'Saders to their perfect start.
The Crusaders are 11-0 and it would seem that the best is yet to come with district play just around the corner.
Eoghan Collins
