Jordan Tchuente takes inspiration from both the struggles and triumphs of Black trailblazers of the past.<\/p>\n
\u201cReflecting on Black history gives me a better understanding of what had to be done for me to have the opportunities I have now,\u201d said the third-year Brock Kinesiology student. \u201cBecause of them, I can learn from the people who paved the path before me. It gives me the courage, confidence and knowledge to do what I dream and envision doing because of the sacrifices that were made.\u201d<\/p>\n
Tchuente, a forward on the Badgers men\u2019s basketball team, said February is an opportunity to grasp the importance of Black History Month and African Heritage Month.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s about the story of trailblazers who played a role for minorities to have a bigger voice in society,\u201d he said. \u201cWe can celebrate in meaningful ways by simply educating ourselves on the topic and the key people who played a role.<\/p>\n
Tchuente also encouraged people to show support to Black-owned businesses, in February and beyond.<\/p>\n
Tchuente attributes his development on and off the court to Brock men\u2019s basketball head coach Willy Manigat and the team\u2019s coaching staff.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat brought me to Brock is the opportunity to grow as a student, athlete and as a person through the mentorship and education that coach Willy Manigat and his staff provide,\u201d he said. \u201cMy time here can be summarized in one word: growth.\u201d<\/p>\n
Last season, Tchuente helped the Badgers win their first Ontario University Athletics (OUA) Men\u2019s Basketball Championship in 30 years. He was then invited to training camp by the Niagara River Lions of the Canadian Elite Basketball League and remained with the team through the regular season.<\/p>\n
The 6-foot-6 forward from Kanata, Ont., is a key starter who averages almost 30 minutes a game with the Badgers this season. He currently leads Brock in rebounds (8.4) per game and is fourth in the OUA with 61 total offensive rebounds.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat stands out about Jordan is that he’s a smart individual on and off the floor,\u201d Manigat said, \u201cwhich makes it enjoyable to coach him because he’s always thinking.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe encourage Jordan to take pride in his intelligence, character and toughness,\u201d he said. \u201cThis is only his second year with us. We still have him for another two years. We think he can reach great heights.\u201d<\/p>\n
Tchuente is looking forward to his remaining years as a student-athlete at Brock.<\/p>\n
\u201cI continue to learn from the community around me to grow, break old habits and build new ones,\u201d he said. \u201cHaving a group of high-character young adults around me as teammates that I can learn from, share experiences with and ultimately build a long-lasting brotherhood with, is nothing but a blessing. I am forever grateful for the opportunity given to me.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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