A career high and his first debut start as a Shocker brings more joy than some may know for junior forward Clarence “Monzy” Jackson.
On Dec. 9, Jackson’s cousin, Demaryius Thomas died. Thomas was a wide receiver for the Denver Broncos in the NFL and was someone Jackson looked up to growing up. Jackson said he felt like he made his late cousin proud on Wednesday evening after the Wichita State men’s basketball team beat Prairie View A&M 102-66.
“Just knowing how he inspired kids and where I’m from I can’t give up,” Jackson said. “I just had to stay focused and stay positive and trust in God that I can get the job done.