Senior Braden Buffington #23 hits a 3 point shot in Jerseyville to mark his 1,000th career point.

Braden began playing basketball at age 10 when he would play at the YMCA. He played for club and school teams, earning a trip to State with his 8th grade team, as well as an All-Conference Tournament honor as a Junior.

He plans to attend Southeast Lineman Training Center in Trenton, GA after graduation.

Braden is the son of Darryl and Lisa Buffington.