Perry High Star Trinity Jones Commits to Northern Arizona
The 6-foot senior power forward will join the Lumberjacks as part of the university's 2027 signing class.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Basketball
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Trinity Jones, a senior standout at Perry High School in Gilbert, has officially committed to play women's basketball for Northern Arizona University. Jones, who plays as both a power forward and center, is preparing for her fourth varsity season.
Why it matters
Jones brings significant experience to the Lumberjacks roster, having helped lead her high school team to an undefeated 18-0 regular season record last year. Head coach Laura Dinkins secured the commitment, adding a key athlete to the university's future lineup.
Trinity Jones stands 6 feet tall and plays as a power forward and center for her high school team. Her program achieved an unblemished 18-0 regular season record last year before an eventual tournament semifinal loss.
The players
Trinity Jones
A 6-foot senior power forward and center at Perry High School who has committed to play for Northern Arizona University.
Laura Dinkins
The head coach at Northern Arizona University who secured the commitment from Jones for the 2027 signing class.
The details
Jones has been a fixture on the court for Perry High School and is entering her fourth season as a varsity player. Her recruitment concludes following a high school campaign where her team earned the top overall seed in the AIA Girls Basketball Open Tournament.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: Announcement of the commitment.
2027: Signing class year for the athlete.
Season Trajectory
This commitment follows the competitive standards set by the AIA Girls Basketball Open Tournament, where Jones played as a top-seeded athlete. Her move to the collegiate level marks a shift from regional high school dominance to the broader roster requirements of Northern Arizona University.
The commitment locks in a 6-foot frontcourt player for the university's 2027 roster needs. Local observers can track how her final varsity season at Perry High School impacts her development heading into the collegiate transition.
The takeaway
Jones is preparing to make the transition from her high school varsity program to the collegiate level. Her commitment highlights the ongoing pipeline of local talent moving from Arizona high schools into university basketball programs.
Further reading
For more on high school and collegiate recruitment, visit the Basketball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Kingman Miner.
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