Jones County Junior College Athletics

Jones County Junior College competes in the NJCAA, the governing body for community college athletics that offers athletic scholarships and competitive play below the four-year university level. The school fields 10 varsity sports with 212 total athletes, meaning about 6.5% of the 3,248 students participate in athletics. The Bobcats distribute over $1 million in athletic scholarships annually, with awards totaling $1,063,021. Jones County has built a reputation as a strong feeder program for four-year universities, particularly in basketball and baseball. The athletic program serves as a stepping stone for players looking to continue their careers at larger schools. With nearly all students coming from Mississippi, the teams draw solid local support in this small town setting.