Jahmai is clearly a product of solid parenting, who have instilled values in him that are becoming more and more rare in kids in today's world. Chasing the easy answer to any problem or hardship is almost encouraged in many quarters now, and it's hard to imagine that it can bode well once the fairy tale life of a big time (or not so big time) athlete ends, which is often sooner than later. This kid is going to be a success wherever he ends up with his attitude and work ethic, and we're fortunate to have him here.
“For me personally, I really feel like, the best things in life? You have to earn and it’s not going to be easy. So, if something is hard and something is blocking your way, you’ve got to find another way around it – not just trying to go to a different avenue.”