Playing Favorites: Number Stories, Part 2

Jersey numbers carry meaning beyond simple identification. Family tributes, favorite player homages, and personal milestones all factor into the digits athletes choose to wear on their backs.

This second installment of number stories features more high school prospects explaining their selections. Some honor relatives who shaped their athletic journeys. Others follow professional players they've watched since childhood. A few simply liked how the number looked. Each answer reveals something about the athlete beyond their stat lines.