Dominique Bailey leads John Marshall in basketball and college credits

From the bleachers, it’s easy to see that Dominique Bailey is a multitalented guard for John Marshall High’s undefeated Justices.

What spectators can’t see about Bailey, from afar, is just as interesting.

Bailey is that rare high school athlete who already is thriving in college classrooms.

Say what?

The 16-year-old junior guard participates in the Dual Enrollment Program (Advance College Academies) through J. Sargent Reynolds Community College’s downtown campus.

“I take two college classes in the morning downtown, then take the bus to JM for the afternoon,” said Bailey, who has a nearly 4.0 grade point average.

John Marshall Coach Ty White added this:

“Dominique will be getting his associate college degree about the same time he’s graduating from JM.”

The 6-foot-2 Bailey leads the Northsiders in college credits and much more. On the hardwood, he’s also first in assists, steals and taking charges.

“Dominique is the heart and soul of our team,” Coach White said. “He’s a warrior. He embraces the game and makes all our other players better.”

In helping the Northsiders to a 19-0 start and No. 2 national ranking by MaxPreps.com, Bailey averages seven points, four rebounds, four assists and four steals an outing.

“I like to feel I’m the glue guy,” Bailey said. “I’m motivated to do things on a high level.”

The “D” in Dominique might stand for defense. Working tirelessly with fellow guard Damon “Redd” Thompson, it’s Bailey’s in-your-face, lockdown defense that really sets him apart.