Sloatsburger and Suffern High School senior Kevin Jefferson just topped 1000 career points in a recent Mountie basketball win over Clarkstown South. Sloatsburg Mayor Carl Wright congratulated Jefferson’s winning effort, giving a bit of game night color commentary of the occasion in a letter to Sloatsburg Elementary School Principal Mr. Joseph Lloyd, present and past teachers, schools, staff, and students.
Letter from Sloatsburg Mayor Carl Wright:
Sloatsburger Kevin Jefferson was in top form during Suffern’s close basketball with Clarkstown South, scoring 27 points in a 57-55 victory– Jefferson topped the 1000 point career mark during the game./Photo via MSGVarsity.com
With 2:04 remaining in the first quarter, Kevin Jefferson scored his second 3 pointer for his 1,000 points. A thunderous roar swept through the gymnasium at Clarkstown South. He was immediately mobbed by his teammates as pandemonium set in. The Vikings and Clarkstown fans cheered as well.
Coach Scott Wright (a 1984 graduate of Sloatsburg Elementary) escorted Kevin to the center of the gym where he was presented with the ball that he used for this historic milestone accomplishment. A standing ovation continued as Kevin’s parents, brother Chris and sister Julie joined him on the court.
Mounties on top over South 57-55! Congrats to @KevinJefferson_ for 1000 career points! We are proud! #MountiePride pic.twitter.com/VjkTQbefnf
— Suffern Basketball (@SuffernHoops) January 21, 2016
Suffern High School’s Kevin Jefferson catches, jab steps and prepares to shoot in an exciting game with Clarkstown South./Photo via MSGVarsity.com
When play resumed, Kevin was in top form. He scored 27 points in Suffern’s unbelievable 57-55 victory over South. The game could not have been more thrilling and exciting as the lead changed several times. It could have been a Hollywood script, however, it was reality.
Highlights: Suffern star Kevin Jefferson reaches 1,000 points – MSG Varsity https://t.co/U55xsicOat via @msg_varsity — Kevin Devaney Jr. (@MSGVarsityKDJ) January 21, 2016
Kevin’s demeanor, skill, dedication, integrity and strength of character make him a role model. He is an inspiration for aspiring athletes. At the end of the game each person in the crowd realized that they had witnessed and participated in a magical night. The memories will last for many years.
Sloatsburg joins his family, teammates, friends and school in sharing in this celebration and being so proud of him. We all take pride in sharing the joy and jubilation of this milestone achievement. Our community remains united in hope, vision and spirit.
Best wishes in all endeavors.
Very truly yours,
Carl S. Wright
Mayor
