Bears Welcome Four New Men’s Basketball Signees

MACON, Ga. – Mercer Men's Basketball Head Coach Greg Gary and staff announced the signing of Anthony Grant, David Craig, Michael Zanoni, and Jah Quinones as the members of the 2021-22 recruiting class.

Anthony "TJ" Grant
Hometown: Kathleen, Ga.
Previous School: Veterans HS
Position: Forward

Grant is a four-year varsity member at Veterans High School under coach Brett Hardy, where he has been a part of a team that has advanced to the regional championship game three years in a row. They won the region in 20-21. Individually, Grant was recognized as Regional Player of the Year and First Team All-State (5a) in 20-21, First Team All-Region in 19-20, and Second Team All-Region in 18-19. On the AAU circuit, Grant most recently played one quick year for the Georgia Magic under the direction of coach Butts.

In the classroom, Grant excelled as he received honors all four years in his high school career. As a Bear, Grant plans to study pharmacy of physical therapy.

David Craig
Hometown: Chattanooga, Tenn.
Previous School: McCallie School
Position: Center

Craig is a four-year varsity member at McCallie under coach David Conrady, where he has been previously recognized as Most Improved, named to the All-Region Team, held the highest field goal percentage, along with most blocks, and most rebounds. On the AAU circuit, Craig most recently played one year for the Tennessee Tigers under the direction of coach Chip Smith. A fun fact about Craig is that he can palm an entire basketball with just two fingers.

Craig plans to excel at Mercer University both on and off the court. As a Bear, Craig plans to major in Business.

Michael Zanoni
Hometown: Charlotte, N.C.
Previous School: Greensboro Day School
Position: Guard

Zanoni is a four-year varsity member at Greensboro Day School under coach Freddy Johnson, where he has been previously recognized on the All-Conference Team his sophomore year, All-Conference, All-Tournament, and All-State teams his Junior as well as joining the 1000-point club. On the AAU circuit, Zanoni most recently played three years for CP3 under the direction of coach Jon Adams.

Zanoni made honor roll in high school and plans to continue to excel in a similar fashion at Mercer. As a Bear, Zanoni plans to major in Business as well.

Jah Quinones
Hometown: Orlando, Fla.
Previous School: Lake Highland Prep.
Position: Guard

Quinones is a four-year varsity member at Lake Highland under coach Ben Fratrik, as he was a part of three teams that won Districts three years in a row. Where in 19-20, Lake Highland and Quinones went on to become regionals champions and make a run to the final four in the state tournament. On the AAU circuit, Quinones most recently played two years for Team Judah under the direction of coach Akii Dean. Off the Court, Quinones is a part of the NHSAA and a member of the Black Student Union.

Quinones made honor roll in high school and plans to continue his academic success at Mercer. As a Bear, Quinones plans to major in Business along with Zanoni and Craig.

WHAT COACH GARY HAS TO SAY
"I'm excited for the future of Mercer basketball. We have some highly athletic, highly intelligent guys with size who have had a high-level of coaching in the past. I try to always look for players who are versatile on the court and who can not only make smart plays on the ball, but who can share it as well. We want players who can get to the rim, pull up and shoot, and have a great passion for the game. I look forward to witnessing the energy of the team next preseason."

HOW TO FOLLOW THE BEARS
For complete coverage of Mercer Basketball, please follow the Bears on social media at @MercerMBB (Twitter), /MercerBasketball (Facebook) and @Mercer_MBB (Instagram) or visit the official home of Mercer Athletics at MercerBears.com.

Bears Welcome Four New Men’s Basketball Signees

Related News

Related Videos

Sponsors

Footer