Men's Basketball Signs DJ Jackson Jr.
4/15/2026 6:51:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Jackson is a local prospect from Piper High School
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas City Men's Basketball has added another local prospect to the roster heading into 2026-27, signing DJ Jackson Jr. today. An incoming freshman, Jackson is a 6'1 point guard from Kansas City, Kan.
"I chose Kansas City because it's my hometown team and I want to show that the talent in the city is slept on," Jackson said.Â
Jackson attended Piper High School where he was coached by Steve Wallace and left as the program's leading scorer. He averaged 19 points, five rebounds and six assists per game. In addition, he played club ball for KC Run GMC and Head Coach LJ Goolsby.
Jackson was born in Kansas City, Kan. to Shameca Blankenship and Derrick Jackson. He has four siblings: Braijion Barnes, Khayree Barnes, Navaeh Jackson and De'andre Sirls.
