JaCorie Bradley commits to Southwestern Christian College

A consistent leader on the floor and a consistent competitor, Bradley has made his mark with Ballers Nation over his entire career, earning a reputation for his hustle, ability, and clutch performances. His commitment to Southwestern Christian College is a testament to years of hard work and relentless dedication to the game.

“Playing for Coach [Brian Crawford] has been the best,” said Bradley. “He doesn’t sugarcoat anything and always keeps it straight with us. He prepared me for this next level. I’ve been playing for him for seven years, and now I’ve got the opportunity I wanted. He showed me how to get that bag, and I’m just ready to go off at the next level.”
Bradley is known not just for his on-court performance, but also for his winning mindset. “My favorite moments were all the winning,” the 2024 UIL State Basketball Champion shared. “I hardly ever lost, especially against top teams — even when we barely lost, it was awesome. One of my favorite memories was playing alongside my brother, and hitting a buzzer beater in my last-first game with Ballers Nation. It was unforgettable.”

Southwestern Christian College (SWCC) offers the perfect platform for Bradley’s next chapter. A historically competitive basketball program in the NJCAA, SWCC has made several national tournament appearances and is known for its up-tempo style of play. The program has produced multiple All-Region and All-American athletes, helping many student-athletes move on to four-year universities. Their run-and-gun offense is a natural fit for Bradley’s aggressive, high-energy game.

“Southwestern is a basketball school,” Bradley noted. “The coach already gave me the breakdown of the offense — it’s similar to Ballers Nation, just run and gun and spread it out. I chose SWCC because it’s the best fit for me and it’s a place where I can elevate quickly and show everyone what I’m really capable of.”

Jacorie’s father and fellow State Champion, Jayme Bradley, has witnessed his son’s transformation firsthand. “The biggest improvement I’ve seen is his mentality — his understanding of the game and his mindset to find ways to win,” said Jayme. “He’s always had a special gift. We’ve spent countless days and nights in the gym since he was five. He really turned a corner at the end of his sophomore year going into his junior year. His best basketball is still ahead of him.”

Jayme couldn’t be prouder, not just of Jacorie’s accomplishments on the court, but of his growth off it. “He’s been through a lot in life, and it hasn’t always been pretty, but he carries himself well and makes smart decisions. As a young man, he’s exceeded my expectations. As a player, there’s still room to grow, and going D1 (NJCAA) will only prepare him more to reach the next level.”

In Bradley’s final Summer during Ballers Nation’s initial season in the Puma NXT/Pro Circuit, he averaged over 13 points per game and lead his 17U team in rebounds per contest averaging over seven, good enough to make him the second most prolific per-game rebounder in the entire organization.