277 Court to Coach to get everyone involved on and off the floor.” Morgan and his family appreciated the community they found through Harding basketball, and he looked forward to watching the team’s progression from a different position. Morgan couldn’t wait to watch Jameson grow as a coach and see how the Harding community embraced this new change. Morgan found such comfort as a coach and loved watching Jameson experience the same kind of community. “The HU community has always been so supportive of our family and program, and we are forever grateful,” Morgan said. “For many years, the Rhodes-Reaves Field House was packed, and it was very humbling to walk out onto the court every day. I know Coach Jameson will continue to build on that culture and will continue to grow the Bison basketball family.” The transition from coaches brought a learning curve to the team. Senior Stetson Smithson said the transition between coaches had been smooth and the team had been picking up the new things quickly. They worked on improving their offense and defense, which allowed them to grow as a team in all areas. “I’m excited for the chance to compete and show everyone the kind of talent this team has,” Smithson said. The team worked hard on developing their skills and general strength building. Smithson said they were working to be healthier, faster, stronger and more athletic. As they grew, Smithson also experienced the personal growth the team brought him. “Being a part of the Harding basketball team has changed my life,” Smithson said. “There have been a lot of hard lessons learned over my four years here. No matter what’s going on, wins or losses, we have to come back the next day and work to get the outcome we want.” The community and family dynamic of the basketball team became a necessity to the basketball players and staff. The Bisons made a change this year in welcoming Jameson from the court to the staff. Jameson seemed excited and optimistic for the next era of Harding basketball. An emphasis on family, community and hard work became a foundation for the team. The basketball family said goodbye to Morgan, but welcomed a new member with Jameson, and learned how to adapt to change. Get’cha Head in the Game | With a score of 93 to 86, the Harding Bisons win the Great American Conference Men’s Basketball Championship over Henderson State in overtime. Weston Jameson was named MVP in his final season as a Bison by the Great American Conference. Photo Courtesy of Jeff Montgomery Written by Maggie Samples “The Harding basketball team is truly a family,” Jameson said. “You play with guys for four or five years, but you build relationships that literally last a lifetime.”
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