Justin Downer, a Mount Si 2010 alumnus, has joined the William Jessup University men’s basketball team.

Downer, of North Bend, transfers to the Warriors after two outstanding years at Skagit Valley Community College.

As a sophomore, the six-foot-one-inch guard led the team in scoring with 15 points a game, while averaging three rebounds and two assists a game. He was named team captain and ranked second in the NWAACC North League in three-point field goals made, while scoring in double digits in 17 of 22 games. Downer shot 40 percent from the three-point line over his two years for the Cardinals. In high school, Downer was a three-year varsity star at Fife and Mount Si High School. Downer is ready to get started with the Warriors.

“The coaching staff was on me from day one and did not waiver in their commitment to me,” stated Downer. “I love the fact that WJU is a Christian University. I have a great opportunity to play basketball while continuing my education and my walk in faith as a follower of Jesus Christ. I can’t wait to get down to Rocklin to start next season.”

Coach Aaron Muhic is excited to see Justin in a Warriors uniform next season.

“I am very excited about working with Justin next season,” stated Coach Muhic. “He brings a great work ethic and desire to be great to the table. He competes with all his heart and gives us another great shooter.  It will be a pleasure to be a part of his growth and development. I am eager to see how good he can be as we get the opportunity to champion Christ through sport.”

William Jessup University will host defending national champions Oregon Tech University on November 9 in their first home game in the new Warriors Arena.