Xavian was named a Player of the Week:

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  • By the numbers: Rimmer, a 6-2 senior guard, averaged 17.3 points, including a 26- point outburst against Prentiss, in the Tornadoes' four wins in last week's South 2A Tournament.
  • Coach-speak: "Xavian has taken a step back from last year in scoring and is the key to our offense," said Lemuel Jones.

  • The 411: Rimmer, an All-Metro selection last season, has signed to play at UT-Chattanooga next season.

  • Born: March 21, 1993, in Jackson

  • Movie: Friday

  • TV: The Game

  • Music: Gucci Man

  • Number: 3

  • Toughest opponent: Rodney Hood (Meridian)

  • Athlete: Dwyane Wade

  • Dream date: Meagan Good

  • Favorite food: chicken

  • Role model: Rimmer idolizes Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade. "That's why I wear No. 3, he makes me go every day."
  • http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20110222/SPORTS06/102220320/Boys-Athletes-Week