University of Tennessee Athletics
@Vol_Hoops Q&A: Jordan Bone
September 13, 2016 | Men's Basketball
Jordan Bone grew up coming to Knoxville to watch his older brother, Josh Bone, play for the Volunteers from 2009-11. When the opportunity to wear the orange and white at his home state school presented itself to Jordan, the Nashville native could not see himself anywhere other than Rocky Top.
At The Ensworth School, Jordan Bone’s teams made three trips to the Tennessee state championship game, coming away with titles in 2013 and 2014.
A 6-1 guard who will wear No. 0, help us welcome freshman guard Jordan Bone:
How special is it to play for Tennessee after watching your older brother as a Vol?
"It means a lot. I’m familiar with the campus, so I kind of had an idea of how things were going to be before I came here. It definitely means a lot. I walk around campus, and people say, 'I can't wait to see you play.' So, it means a lot."
What was the feeling when you received your scholarship offer from Tennessee?
"It meant everything. Ever since I was 9- or 10-years-old, I knew this was the place I wanted to be."
You and fellow freshman Jordan Bowden seem to be having quite the dunk competition going on Twitter (@JordanBone23). Is that going to continue on the court?
"We try to compete with our athleticism. We know we have an athletic group, so every time we have free time in the gym, we just show off on dunks. I would like to display my athleticism this year. All of us would like to do that. We want to be a very athletic team, so it would be nice to keep it up."
What has it been like to build a relationship with Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes?
"It's the chance of a lifetime, honestly. To have someone this good, and who cares about you so much, you can't compare it to anyone else."
What was it like the first time you saw your nameplate on your Tennessee locker?
"It was a very good feeling. It was a humbling feeling. It made me feel like I'm finally here. Now, I have to work hard.”
LeBron James, Kevin Durant or Stephen Curry?
"Definitely, LeBron. He's the king. He does everything, and he makes his teammates better. He just does everything on the court the right way."
Who is your mentor in basketball?
"There are a bunch, but I would say my brother Josh, honestly. But, there are a lot of people surrounding me, and helping me out in basketball."
