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Michael Jok’s journey from the South East has led him close to the top of US junior college basketball ranks.
The former RedRoo Sports player from Pakenham has led Dawson Community College to its its first-ever invitation to the National Junior College Athletic Association division 1 championship tournament in Hutchinson, Kansas from April 19-24.
Their place at the NJCAA dance was earned with the college’s first regional championship in more than 60 years.
On the back of Jok’s 14 points and 9 boards, Dawson Buccaneers withstood a late rally from Indian Hills Community College in a thrilling 68-67 victory.
“Being in the (NJCAA) tournament means everything to us and the community,” Jok said.