Jayson Wells  Jayson Donald Edward Wells (born December 22, 1976) is a retired American basketball player. He won titles in the Finnish, Ukrainian and Israeli leagues. He was named to 4 All-League teams during his professional career. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Jayson Wells attended Cleveland Central Catholic High School, graduating in 1994. He and teammate Earl Boykins led the Ironmen to a 23–2 season in 1994; reaching the Ohio State Quarterfinals; they won consecutive North Coast League titles. He was selected to the All-North Coast League “First Team” and named to the All-State Team (Honorable Mention). After high school, Wells attended Indiana State University. He played basketball under head coaches Sherman Dillard & Royce Waltman, leading the team in scoring and rebounding his senior season; he finished his career as the #19 career scorer and the #13 rebounder. He was named first team All-Missouri Valley following his senior season and third team All-Missouri Valley Conference junior season. Jayson Wells was not selected in the 1998 NBA Draft. However, he spent 13 seasons playing in 12 countries. He won titles in Finland, Ukraine and Israel. He was selected to All-Pro teams in Sweden, Australia and Israel. Following his retirement; Wells has built a career in skills development, as well as becoming an author and motivational speaker.