Parents/Guardians: Dennis and Patricia Shine
2015-16 at WBU: Played in all 33 games for Pioneers...averaged 11.4 points, 1.5 steals, 5.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists.
2014-15 at WBU: Played in all 33 games... averaged 4.4 points, 3.61 rebounds, 2.67 assists and 1.03 steals per game.
Prior to WBU: Played at Northwood University in Cedar Hill, Texas from 2012-14…averaged 5.5 points and 1.93 steals per game in 2013-14…was 23rd in the NAIA in assists per game (4.37)…averaged 4.4 points and 1.7 assists as a freshman.
High School: Lettered in basketball three years at Flower Mound Marcus High School...member of the 2011 and 2012 state championship teams.
Why did you choose to come to Wayland and represent the Pioneers? I came to Wayland because I liked the style of play and I know Coach Garnett is a really good coach. He pushes his players to the next level.
How did you get started playing basketball and how old were you? I got started when my step father put me in sports when I was five years old.
What has been your proudest athletic achievement to date? Winning conference championship last season.
What do you feel like you bring to your team, both athletically and personally? Athletically I bring a winning attitude, toughness, and leadership. Personally I bring hard work and energy.
What are you goals for the future after college? I hope to play overseas and eventually become a coach.
Nickname: JJ
Favorite Athlete: Russell Wilson
Hobbies: Basketball and watching movies
Favorite Actor: Denzel Washington
Favorite Musician: Drake