Jimmy Jones, Hazelwood East – Football
The sophomore running back has emerged as a top offensive threat in the postseason in leading the Spartans to the Class 5 state semifinals.
Jones rushed for 110 yards and scored three touchdowns in the Spartans 42-15 victory over Parkway Central in the state quarterfinals last Saturday.
The 5’10” 180-pound Jones has rushed for 787 yards and 10 touchdowns in the Spartans’ five postseason games. That includes a 247-yard, two touchdown performance against Normandy and a 172-yard, two touchdown performance against McCluer in district play. For the season, Jones has rushed for 911 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Hazelwood East will host Kirkwood in the Class 5 state semifinals on Saturday afternon at 1:30 p.m.
