SLAM: Relentless - The IMG Academy Difference | Episode 4: Player Development - Presented by Under Armour

Ever wonder what the dynamic between an up-and-coming 16-year-old student-athlete and a 5-star post-graduate student-athlete looks like at IMG? Whether you think class of 2023 Jahzare Jackson and highly-recruited Efton Reid have countless commonalities or that they couldn't be any more dissimilar, this Relentless episode from SLAM gives you a peek into what the everyday interactions between these two IMG Academy basketball student-athletes look like.

Jackson and Reid are both working along unique pathways while doing everything in their power to compete as Ascenders and to better those around them, including each other. Jackson's potential is unlimited, according to his coaches, while Reid is consistently improving and competing in the spotlight as a top Center for the class of 2021. Check out what their coaches' takes on their skills are, go behind-the-scenes with Jackson into his IMG dorm room, and have a look at what the daily lifestyle on this Bradenton, FL campus looks like for student-athletes within IMG's basketball program.

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Being an IMG Academy student-athlete is so much more than on-court training, gym workouts, or even schoolwork. It's about building connections that transcend the gates of campus and will continue long after the graduation ceremony. The basketball program at IMG Academy is ideal for every athlete, regardless of age, current skill level, or background. With teams across every level and age group, there's an opportunity to develop your game at IMG. Take the first step in finding out which option is right for your game by visiting the link below, or fill out a form to expedite that process.