Mississippi Girls Athletes of the Week

Jasmine Joyner

Southaven/ Basketball

• By the numbers: Joyner, a 6-1 senior center, totaled 44 points, 25 rebounds and 19 blocks in wins over Byers 77-41 and Memphis Central 86-66.

• Coach-speak: “She had two outstanding games against quality opponents,” said David Baldwin.

• The 411: Joyner has led the Lady Chargers to a 6-0 start, averaging 14.7 points, 7.8 rebounds and 4.3 blocks.

• Born: July 17, 1995 in Heidelberg, Germany. Both parents served in the U.S. Army.

• Favorite athlete: Kevin Durant

• Toughest opponent: Savannah Kimmons (formerly of Horn Lake)