North Carolina Central University Athletics

Jonathan Nicely has found his niche in Moton’s lineup and will look to flourish in his senior season off the bench.
 
As a Redshirt Junior (2011-12)
Played in 17 games for a total of 33 minutes.  Saw a season-high seven minutes of two occasions Nov. 23 against Morris College, and Jan. 21 on the road at Coppin State where he scored 2 points with a steal against the host Eagles.  Grabbed a season-high three rebounds against Barber-Scotia on Nov. 26.

Sophomore Season (2010-11)
Played in 27 games averaging 6.8 minutes a contest. Saw double-figure minutes on six occasions including a season-high 21 minutes at Miami on Nov. 19 where he tied for the team-high with 4 rebounds. Played 20 minutes in a home win over Allen University on Nov. 27. His six crucial minutes against Oklahoma allowed NCCU to hold on to a slim lead that was aided by his only bucket of the night. Scored a season-high five points at Norfolk State on Jan. 22. His three blocks against Maryland-Eastern Shore on Jan. 10 aided in NCCU’s 67-61 win. Scored at least 2 points on 10 different occasions on the year. Finished his first full year at NCCU shooting 12-for-25 (48.0%) from the field. Hit 3-of-4 (75.0%) from the free throw line on the year.

Sophomore Season (2009-10):
After joining the team mid-season, Nicely played in 10 games averaging 1.9 minutes per contest. His first point at NCCU came on a free throw as he went 1-for-2 against Newport News Apprentice School Scored four points at Youngstown State on Jan. 27.

Sophomore Season (Football) (2009-10):
Had two catches for 16 yards in his second season on the gridiron.

Freshman Season (2008-09):
Recorded one catch for six yards in his rookie season at NCCU, while suiting up in eight games.

High School (Evans H.S.):
Averaged around 17.0 points a game for Evans High School in his senior season while also excelling on the football field.

Personal:
Jonathan Alexander Nicely is the son of Joann and Willie Nicely and was born on May 16, 1990 in Augusta, Ga. He is majoring in Finance at NCCU.