The #1 Recruit In South Carolina: Greg (GG) Jackson

Greg (GG) Jackson is a 4 Star recruit who plays Power Forward at Ridge View High School. Jackson is ranked as the 30th best recruit in the class of 2023 and is ranked as a top 10 Power Forward in the class as well. In addition, Jackson is listed as the #1 recruit in the state of South Carolina. He holds offers from schools such as Virginia Tech, Clemson and Syracuse.

What high school is your biggest rival?

I feel like it is Blythewood because when I really got into basketball around 5th grade I heard of Julian Phillips and I played against him in 6th grade and I guess we just happened to meet again in high school.

What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

I listen to a lot of Gospel because my dad is a pastor, but my favorite before a game is “So good” by Keyla Richardson.

What is your offseason training like?

The offseason is a lot of ball handling with shooting and weight lifting

What is your favorite memory of your high school career, so far?

So far I would have to say getting All Region Player of The Year.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I have ever played with is a toss up between Ja’Von Benson, Tyler Rice, Cencire Scott and Julian Phillips. But the best I have played against is hands down Cam Thomas.

What is your favorite food?

My favorite food is Collard Greens

When did you realize you were talented at basketball?

It was my second season as a kid playing and my dad was the coach and I ended up with 27 points. After that I always loved it.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

LeBron James because he is the GOAT.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

LeBron’s block on Andre Iguodala