What the Game Did For Me with Jesse Morgan

Into the Boundary with Lou Mobley

Former University of Massachusetts and Temple University shooting guard Jesse Morgan, joins us to discuss with us his journey through the game of basketball. Growing up Jesse would hone his basketball skills alongside his older brothers, who were very competitive. He talks about the importance of sports in the community and how it changed his life. As a child Jesse would have to deal with the adjustment of moving from North Philadelphia to the Olney section of Philadelphia. He goes into detail about the differences between the two neighborhoods. Jesse would decide to attend Prep Charter High School, located in South Philadelphia. At Prep Charter he would play with and against high level talent, while also winning two state championships. Jesse would then choose to transfer to Olney High School, where he would “put on” for his neighborhood. His senior year at Olney High he would get all the recognition he worked for, winning just about every individual honor that you could win in the state of PA. Jesse would attend the University of Massachusetts where he would face adversity adjusting to the rigors of college, but he would persevere to obtain success. Jesse would eventually transfer and play his senior year at his hometown Temple University, once again “putting on” for his city. After graduation Jesse would embark on his pro career overseas, he also hosts basketball camps and clinics to help pass it forward to the youth. Always looking give back to the community and put on a show for them at the same time, a true “Neighborhood Hero”.