DJ Jones earned athlete of the week honors after averaging 16.0 points, 6.5 assists, and 4.0 rebounds over the Patriots first two conference games. The junior opened the week with 15 points, eight assists, five steals, and three rebounds in UC’s win over Campbellsville. Jones tallied 10 points, three steals and six assists in the second half as the Patriots rallied to defeat the Tigers. He followed it up with 17 points, five assists, five rebounds, and four steals in Cumberlands 94-86 win over #3 Georgetown. Once again, Jones stepped up in the second half with eight points, four rebounds and three assists to lead the way for UC.
