American Heritage Basketball- The Massey Twins

Justin (With Ball) & Jason Massey (Behind)

       Although the American Heritage basketball teams' season did not end the way they wanted it to, they had a tremendous year. Finishing at 21-8 the young team made it all the way to the 5A State Championship against Tampa Jesuit. TP (Tampa Jesuit) had an unbelievable game of shooting, making 53 percent (30-56) from the field and a ridiculous 60 percent (12-20) from beyond the arc. Heritage might not of walked away with the ring but they have plenty to look forward to in the future. The return of their starting point guard, sophomore Keyshawn Evans who had a season ending injury in the middle of the season, and the fact that all 5 of their starters are returning makes them my favorite to win the 5A state championship next year. From what I've seen, an obvious bond has been made between a talented group players including Jason Massey, Justin Massey, Drake Lamont, Kobe Eubanks & Josh Borders. 

       Among those players are twin brothers Justin & Jason Massey who happen to be childhood friends of mine. From a young age I could see their athletic ability at recess playing football and basketball. I remember playing with them and just knowing they were gonna be real successful one day. Although they went to a different school to pursue their career in basketball, we have kept in touch and I was able to speak with them about where they are now and what their plans are for the future. Both of them are being recruited by the University of Miami.

Me: You guys decided to transfer to American Heritage after your sophomore year at North Broward Preparatory School, why the school change & was it hard to make a connection with your new teammates?

Twins: "We felt we had a great opportunity to come to Heritage and have a strong team. We've known and played with some of the kids at Heritage prior to going there, so the connection was pretty smooth."

Me: You guys obviously had a great season with a tough schedule, what was it like to make it all the way to the state championship? 

Twins: "It really showed us what teamwork could do. That everything we had done all season came together to push us through our run in the playoffs. Then to play at the Lakeland Center was just the top of it all."

Me: Is the expectation next year to win state? And what will you guys do to make sure you make it back there.

Twins: "Yes we have a mindset that next year we want to bring back a state championship. Most teams want to think that way but we understand the effort that goes into it that will lead us back."

Me: You have told me before that you guys have been contacted by multiple colleges, what colleges are reaching out the most to you two?

Twins: "We receive the most calls/texts from UCF, FGCU, UM, Stetson & Jacksonville. We have also been contacted by Cornell, Yale & The University of San Francisco."

Me: I've known you guys for a long time and I know that you've played basketball together your entire lives, are you going to try and stay together in college or do you expect to go your  separate ways?

Twins: "As of now it would be great to be able to play together in college but it comes down to what is the best option. We would not hold each other back from being able to go to somewhere that is better, even if it means splitting up."



Final Note: The Massey twins are not only great on the court but also great people. I know they are extremely smart and just by the schools that are contacting you can tell they are bright kids. From a young age they always showed respect and presented themselves with class, always humble. I personally hope to see them in orange and green one day, but whatever school they decide to go to, they will be lucky to have them. I wish them the best of luck in their futures.