Basketball season is here and these athletes are ready to ball out. Kicking off the preseason for us on Monday, they have been waiting to step foot on the court and take a win.
These athletes have been putting in work on and off the court. Some of them train year round to make sure they are at their best performance, not just for themselves, but for their team as well. Most people don’t see the time that these players put into the sport.
They spend several hours after school practicing because they are dedicated to this sport. They find a way to balance their school work, social life, and basketball. Even though they all share the same interest in basketball, each athlete has a different outlook for the 2016/2017 season.
Derek Lewis said, “My goal for the 2016-2017 basketball season is to be better than Cameron Gomez.”
Alondra Roman said, “ I plan to just improve myself and have our team improve along with me, hopefully, getting us some wins, which I know we will.” Her favorite thing about basketball would have to be, “ the aggressiveness it brings and the intensity it takes to stay in the game and also my teammates, they are my besties.”
“I plan on going to playoffs and winning WAC for the 2016/2017 season,” says Amelia Smith.  Her favorite thing about basketball is “just being on the court and forgetting everything that’s going on outside the sport. Also just coming together with my team and building new friendships with everyone.”
There is always room for improvement and these athletes are constantly improving their skills. With dedication and the right mindset these athletes can all achieve their goals for this years basketball season.  Come cheer for your team.