Georgia Bulldogs set for NCAA Tournament with Markel Jennings, former Athens Academy player, on roster

Mar 18, 2026

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Markel Jennings, who played for Athens Academy and now competes with the Georgia Bulldogs, is set to take part in the NCAA Tournament.

The Bulldogs enter the tournament as the No. 8 seed and will face the No. 9 seeded Saint Louis Billikens in their opening matchup.

The opening game is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, at 9:45 p.m. at KeyBank Center.

Markel Jennings — Guard — Sophomore — 5′11″ — 165 — Hometown: Watkinsville

During the week beginning Monday, April 27, these former Athens Metro area high school athletes will be in action.

On Saturday, April 25, these former Athens Metro area high school stars will be competing.

These former Athens Metro area high school standouts will be competing on Friday, April 24.

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