Clipper Men's Basketball Secures Spot in NWAC Championships for Second Consecutive Year

 

Feb. 27, 2024 – OLYMPIA, Wash.,

 

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) congratulates its Men's Basketball team on clinching a spot in the 2024 Northwest Athletic Conference's (NWAC) Basketball Championships this March. The Clippers will take on Columbia Basin College in Pasco, Wash., in the Sweet 16 on Wed., March 6, at 12 p.m.

 

"I'm so proud of this group," said Head Coach Zachary Smith. "We definitely didn't have an easy road. We had some tough battles early on in the season that our guys learned from and kept competing. It's been a total team effort to get to this point."

 

Jazen Guillory, a sophomore guard from Ferndale High School, has been an integral part of the Clippers' success this season. As a team captain, his leadership has inspired his teammates and contributed significantly to their cohesion. Off the court, Jazen serves as a member of NWAC's Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee.

 

Freshman point guard Quincy Linton, from O'Dea High School, has also established himself as a key player for the Clippers. His maturity and leadership qualities have earned him respect from both his teammates and coaches, making him a crucial component of the team's lineup.

 

"We started this year with one goal, and that was to hang another banner in our gym," added Coach Smith. "Each player has contributed in big moments to help us win games and I'm so excited these guys get to go compete in the postseason. I feel like this could be the team to accomplish that goal. There's nothing better than basketball in March! Go Clippers!"

 

The Championships run from March 6 to 10 and 16 to 17 at Columbia Basin College's Student Recreation Center. Games will be live-streamed on the NWAC Sports Network.

 

For the latest information, visit the NWAC Sports webpage.