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Parker Jefferson develops skills during redshirt year at Gonzaga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 2:01 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

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Summary

Parker Jefferson has been honing his basketball skills while redshirting at Gonzaga. Recently, he participated in competitive training sessions against top college talents like AJ Dybantsa and Nate Ament. Jefferson, who joined Gonzaga’s program as a late recruit, has expressed trust in the redshirt plan set by coaches, which has allowed him to develop his game and understanding of team dynamics. He is preparing to contribute next season to a likely top-ranked Gonzaga team.

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By the Numbers

•Parker Jefferson trained against AJ Dybantsa and Nate Ament.
•He chose to redshirt to improve his skills and understanding of the game.
•Jefferson signed with Gonzaga after decommitting from Minnesota.
•He participated in offseason drills with NBA-level players.

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2:01 AMYahoo Sports — How Parker Jefferson's 'immediate trust' in Gonzaga's redshirt plan allowed forward to develop during year off

What they're saying

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Jun. 27—Parker Jefferson was finishing up an offseason workout at Loyola Marymount last month when trainer Zachary Gonzales asked the Gonzaga forward to stick around for some additional work. Gonzales, a former player development coach for the Los Angeles Lakers who now trains NBA and college players, needed an extra body to help two of his other clients in a 1-on-1 drill. Jefferson didn't ...
— Yahoo Sports

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