When Edwards was in high school in Marion, Indiana, he and his teammate, Lyndon Jones, led the Marion Giants to three consecutive state championships. The three-peat was known in Indiana as the "Purple Reign" referring to the schools colors of purple and gold.
This passage describes Edwards and Jones' success at Marion High School, where they won three consecutive state championships, earning them the nickname "The Purple Reign." The reference to their school colors is significant as it highlights the connection between their achievements and the team's identity.