Jaime Jaquez Jr. Receives Hero’s Welcome in Camarillo Jersey Retirement Ceremony
A Homecoming to Remember
The hometown boy from Camarillo, Jaime Jaquez Jr., returned to the high school gym where he spent countless hours sweating, diving for loose balls and dunking. It was a much-beloved homecoming Tuesday night in front of a community that always appreciated his loyalty and dedication.
A Night to Remember
The ceremony involved retiring his jersey No. 24 as pyrotechnics went off in the gym. There also was a banner unveiled and future Scorpions will be able to see a display in the gym foyer and have someone to serve as a standard for excellence, having gone from Camarillo to UCLA to the Miami Heat.
A Message from the Coach
“We get to etch his name in history,” Camarillo coach Brendan Garrett said.
A Message from the Star Himself
“I love this community,” Jaquez said. “Everybody here believed in what I could do.”
A Perfect Timing
The timing could not have been more perfect, with Jaquez in town to play the Clippers on Monday and the Lakers on Wednesday. And Camarillo’s basketball team is having its own dream season, improving to 20-1 after defeating Simi Valley 50-41 in a league game.
A Photo to Remember
In 2018, members of this year’s Camarillo basketball team took a photo with Jaime Jaquez Jr. They are Shane Frank, left, Brendan Widerburg, Josh Castaniero, Evan Dela Paz, and Jackson Yeates.
A Continued Connection
Jaquez remembered taking a photo in 2018 with seniors on this year’s Camarillo team.
“It’s well deserved,” Garrett said of jersey retirement. “He’s a home-grown kid who could have gone anywhere and stayed.”
A Commitment to the Community
Jaquez has continued to support the Scorpions with clothing donations to players and Camarillo workers. The family remains Camarillo residents. His sister, Gabby, plays for UCLA’s No. 1-ranked women’s team. Brother Marco is attending junior college. He has a cousin in the basketball program.
A Special Guest
Several of his Miami Heat teammates made the trip to the Camarillo gym.
Conclusion
Jaime Jaquez Jr.’s jersey retirement ceremony was a testament to his dedication and loyalty to his hometown and community. It was a night to remember for the Camarillo Scorpions and a reminder of the impact one person can have on a community.
FAQs
Q: Why was Jaime Jaquez Jr.’s jersey retired?
A: His jersey was retired due to his outstanding achievements in basketball, both in high school and professionally.
Q: What was the timing of the ceremony?
A: The ceremony took place on a Tuesday night, with Jaquez in town to play the Clippers on Monday and the Lakers on Wednesday.
Q: What was the significance of the ceremony?
A: The ceremony was a way to honor Jaquez’s achievements and to have him serve as a standard for excellence for future Scorpions.
