01 Mar 2026 Jarmare Lovelace – Quitman (501 Basketball Team 2026)

For Jarmare Lovelace, basketball is a lifelong pursuit that was sparked by watching his brothers compete on the court. Now a senior point guard for the Quitman Bulldogs, he has transformed that early inspiration into a reputation of relentless effort and defensive excellence. 

After serving as the starting shooting guard last year, he stepped into a primary leadership role for his final high school season. “My expectations for this season are for Jarmare to fully take on the role of being a leader for this team,” Quitman Head Coach Josh Sensabaugh said.

Last season, Lovelace was recognized as the team’s premier stopper. “He always guarded the other team’s best player,” the coach said. “He isn’t afraid of the moment.” That grit showed when Lovelace helped his team avenge two conference losses by beating that same opponent in the regional tournament.

Despite his success, the point guard remains humble when facing shooting slumps or “the hard times when it isn’t working out.” He credits his support system for his resilience. “I’m glad I have a good team and coaches to get that negativity out and keep shooting,” Lovelace said.

Off the court, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes member maintains a stellar academic record and has already earned football offers from McPherson University, Bethel University and Ottawa University. “No matter how hard practices and classes are, don’t give up because success is waiting for you,” Lovelace said. “Think of the ones believing in you. You’ve got to believe you can do it.”