High School and College Career
Jackson was a 6'6" (198 cm), 220 pound (100 kg) shooting guard. Jackson started all four years at Macomber High School in Toledo, Ohio. The former McDonald's All American led Macomber to the 1989 Division I state championship over Cleveland St. Joseph. He was high school teammates with NFL star Myron Bell.
Jackson was recruited by the Ohio State University Buckeyes. The swingman instantly contributed, starting as a freshman for the 1989-1990 season, Jackson averaged 16.1 points and 5.5 rebounds per game while shooting 49.9% from the field. He played two more seasons through 1991-1992, earning consensus First Team All American honors in 1991 and 1992 UPI college basketball, and the UPI player of the year in 1992.
Jackson's number (22) was retired at Ohio State in February 2001.
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