Simmons signs with Clinton
Published on 4/29/2008
Written by Jason Lesley
Georgetown High standout Dante Simmons has signed a letter of intent to attend Clinton Junior College next season to play basketball.
Simmons, a 6-2 swingman who averaged 17.6 points and seven rebounds for Georgetown last season, said he aims to improve his grades at the junior college in hopes of reaching a four-year school.
"What really impressed us about Dante was his basketball IQ," said Clinton coach Donald Payton. "He seems like a gym rat who always plays hard but remains calm on the court and stays in control.
"Dante knows where the other players are and makes good decisions."
Payton saw Simmons and the Bulldogs in a Christmas tournament in Sumter. He invited the Georgetown senior to the campus for a workout prior to offering him a scholarship.
Simmons' mother, Doris D. Simmons, says Clinton Junior College requires its students to study religion.
"I am very happy with the spiritual aspect of the school," she said. It is affiliated with the AME church.
Georgetown High basketball coach Stitch Walker said he was impressed with the school's family atmosphere. "They keep an eye on you there," he added.
Simmons says the junior college school will give him an opportunity to work on his ball-handling, jump shooting and defense.
His brother, junior Avery Evans, will return to the Bulldogs varsity next season along with other veteran starters including Kinard Gadsden-Gilliard, Devin Grant and Justin Davis.
On 5/13/2008, STEF GADSDEN said...· (Report Comment)
My son from another mother Im very proud of you.
On 5/9/2008, Connie said...· (Report Comment)
Congratulations to the both of you. To Dante for your hard work and to mom for teaching him the values he needed. May God continue to be with you.
On 5/6/2008, said...· (Report Comment)
Dante, WAY TO GO! You have become a fine young man and I know you will do well at Clinton. I am EXTREMELY proud of you. Dad
On 5/5/2008, Orlando said...· (Report Comment)
Keeping working hard Dante
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