Mexico Bulldogs Basketball’s D3 Is Headed To KC

Mexico Bulldogs basketball senior basketball all-state superstar point guard DJ Long will continue his playing career at Kansas City Community College next season after signing his letter of intent at the Mexico High School sports complex on Friday, May 10, 2024.

The man who wore number 3 for the Mexico Bulldogs basketball team, finished out his career this season taking his team to an undefeated record in the North Central Missouri Conference, a District Championship a 27-3 overall record and just one game away from the Final Four in the State Tournament.

Long was selected to the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association Class 4 All State Team this season.

He averaged 18.6 points per game and scored a total of 559 points.

He defense was on point as well with 2.6 steals per game and a total of 79 steals on the season.

Long also joined the Mexico Bulldogs football team mid-season and played cornerback and wide receiver.

DJ is the son of Damon Long Sr. and Lavonda Wilson.