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Moment of the Year: Jaylein Hudson, Amplus Academy

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Jaylein Hudson
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It’s senior night for Amplus Academy’s boys basketball team in its game against Cristo Rey.

Student manager Jaylein Hudson is suited up for the first time this season and is even inserted into the starting lineup.

And he’s looking to make the most of his opportunity. Hudson is part of the school’s special needs program. 

Despite that, he hasn’t allowed that to limit him from being a helpful manager, friend and teammate. 

Amplus wins the tip and Hudson quickly gets open along the arc.

Channeling his favorite basketball player, Stephen Curry, he gets the ball and lets it fly.

Splash!

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