Jaylen was a rising star in the AAU basketball community and had led Liberty Middle School to a county championship while averaging 27 points per game. He was set to attend Benedictine this fall.

Jaylen Martinez, the young son of former college basketball star Joey Rodriguez, died on Monday. Martinez was a rising AAU star who led Liberty Middle School to a county championship. His father ...

Jaylen Martinez, a 13-year-old basketball prodigy and son of VCU legend Joey Rodriguez, tragically passed away on June 23rd in Richmond, Virginia. The cause of death remains undisclosed by the family.

“Whether on the basketball court or among friends, Jaylen inspired others with a rare blend of kindness, energy, and joy. Jaylen’s smile was contagious, and his laughter unforgettable, making ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Richmond basketball community is mourning the loss of two of its own, Elijah Brown and Jaylen Martinez, after two separate shooting incidents within a week. Brown, 17 ...

Jaylen Martinez, the son of VCU basketball alumnus Joey Rodriguez and Liberty Middle School staff member Ciera Anai Martinez, died suddenly on Monday.

A memorial service held Wednesday at the Henrico Sports and Events Center honored 13-year-old Jaylen Martinez of Hanover County, who died last week in an accidental shooting at a friend's house.