University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Melvin Inks with UNC Men's Hoops
4/15/2020 5:21:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Jamel Melvins makes his way to Greeley from Virginia
Head coach Steve Smiley bolstered the front line of the Northern Colorado roster on Wednesday with the signing of forward Jamel Melvin. The 6-9, 205 pound forward comes to Greeley from McLean, Virginia where he attended The Potomac School.
"We're thrilled about the addition of Jamel to our roster. Jamel is a really talented player that has a really high ceiling as he continues to develop both his skill level and his body. He played in a very competitive league and continually showed his talent level throughout the season at The Potomac School," Smiley said. "Jamel is going to be able to play a couple of different positions for us, and his size, length, rebounding ability and shot-blocking ability will help us on both ends of the floor. Offensively, Jamel is a multi-dimensional player that can score both from the perimeter and the post. Jamel is also a standout student and will fit into our culture from day one!"
Melvin was a two-time All-MAC League selection, his junior and senior season along with being named the Potomac High School Defensive MVP both seasons. He earned the team's MVP award last year while averaging 14.5 points per game and scoring in double figures in 22 of 25 games. He cracked 20-plus points three times, including a season-high 31.
"The sky is the limit for Jamel! During his time at The Potomac School, he has been the ultimate student-athlete. In the classroom, Jamel's totally engaged, proficient, and proactive when it comes to his studies. On the court, he is hardworking, coachable, and selfless within our program, The Potomac School head coach Levi Franklin said. "He's been our leading scorer, rebounder and shot blocker for the last two seasons. He will be missed immensely, we are looking forward to watching Jamel's continued growth, not only as a player but as a young man at Northern Colorado."
Melvin played for the DC Thunder on the AAU circuit for coach Brian Walker.
He is the son of Corwin Melvin and Darlene Flowers with a pair of older brothers Jaren and Jalen. Jalen played college basketball at West Virginia Wesleyan.
Melvin chose UNC over Southern Utah, James Madison, Townson, Loyola (Maryland), Howard and Mississippi Valley State.
Get to Know Jamel
Major: Undecided
Favorite hobby: Playing video game
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite NBA player: Anthony Davis
Favorite music: Shabazz PBG
To stay up to date on all things UNC men's basketball, visit UNCBears.com and follow the team on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
"We're thrilled about the addition of Jamel to our roster. Jamel is a really talented player that has a really high ceiling as he continues to develop both his skill level and his body. He played in a very competitive league and continually showed his talent level throughout the season at The Potomac School," Smiley said. "Jamel is going to be able to play a couple of different positions for us, and his size, length, rebounding ability and shot-blocking ability will help us on both ends of the floor. Offensively, Jamel is a multi-dimensional player that can score both from the perimeter and the post. Jamel is also a standout student and will fit into our culture from day one!"
Melvin was a two-time All-MAC League selection, his junior and senior season along with being named the Potomac High School Defensive MVP both seasons. He earned the team's MVP award last year while averaging 14.5 points per game and scoring in double figures in 22 of 25 games. He cracked 20-plus points three times, including a season-high 31.
"The sky is the limit for Jamel! During his time at The Potomac School, he has been the ultimate student-athlete. In the classroom, Jamel's totally engaged, proficient, and proactive when it comes to his studies. On the court, he is hardworking, coachable, and selfless within our program, The Potomac School head coach Levi Franklin said. "He's been our leading scorer, rebounder and shot blocker for the last two seasons. He will be missed immensely, we are looking forward to watching Jamel's continued growth, not only as a player but as a young man at Northern Colorado."
Melvin played for the DC Thunder on the AAU circuit for coach Brian Walker.
He is the son of Corwin Melvin and Darlene Flowers with a pair of older brothers Jaren and Jalen. Jalen played college basketball at West Virginia Wesleyan.
Melvin chose UNC over Southern Utah, James Madison, Townson, Loyola (Maryland), Howard and Mississippi Valley State.
Get to Know Jamel
Major: Undecided
Favorite hobby: Playing video game
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite NBA player: Anthony Davis
Favorite music: Shabazz PBG
To stay up to date on all things UNC men's basketball, visit UNCBears.com and follow the team on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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