Four talented young basketball players from Anguilla have embarked on an exciting new academic and athletic journey in the United States. Sanjye Harrigan and Khai Smith have just begun their first semester at Menual High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, joining returning student athletes J’quan Samuels and Cameron Gumbs, who are completing their final year at the school.
These promising athletes recently participated in the highly successful Reach One Teach One – Building Bridges to Success Summer Basketball Camp held in Anguilla. Organized by the Top Hill Basketball Club, the camp attracted over 90 youth aged 6 to 23, providing invaluable skill-building and mentorship opportunities.
Mrs. Evette Harrigan, President of Top Hill Basketball Club, expressed her pride and optimism for the players’ futures stating “We are thrilled to see our young athletes advancing to new heights through scholarships that recognize their hard work and dedication. Sanjye and Khai joining J’quan and Cameron in New Mexico is a testament to the strength of basketball development in Anguilla. This is just the beginning of many great things to come.”
Coach Najmuddin “Pharoah” Ahmad, Director of ‘A Pharoah’s Touch’ organisation and Head of Basketball Operations at Reach One Teach One, praised the camp’s role in shaping these athletes saying “Our camp creates pathways for young players to excel both on and off the court. The discipline, teamwork, and leadership these four demonstrated will serve them well as they transition into the American school system. We look forward to following their continued success and growth.”
The Reach One Teach One summer camp, now a cornerstone of youth basketball development in Anguilla, continues to inspire and equip young players with the tools needed to pursue higher education and athletic careers abroad.
