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My passion for basketball all started when I was young; my Mother signed me up to play for the Junior Warriors at my local YMCA. At that point I knew I wanted to play basketball throughout my whole life. Since then I’ve put a lot of effort into it and it’s made me the person I am today. I’ve learned that it’s more than just a sport, it’s a lifestyle. It has helped me develop many positive characteristics and l use them in my daily life. For example, I’ve learned how to work with others and have grown into a team leader. I’m a better person because of basketball.
I want to attend a four-year university for basketball. As an athlete one should never go into an important game or match without a game plan. Plotting out your strategy helps you win, and it prepares you for any unexpected twists that you might encounter. The recruiting process may be one of the biggest competitions of my life. It requires a perfect plan of attack.
Throughout my next two years left in high school I will need to improve my game. I need to work hard if I want to get where I want to be. NBA MVP Kevin Durant once said, “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.” What makes me different from other high school players is my work ethic. If you don’t work hard then your talent is a waste. I know what I’m capable of and I want to be great. Once I become the player I know I can be then I’ll let the pieces connect themselves.
My main focus is not only basketball; grades are just as important. Without taking care of my academics there is no basketball. I will work just as hard in the classroom as I do on the court. If I need to take extra-curricular classes to challenge myself, I will. I will get my work done not just so I can play ball, but to have an education. Basketball is an opportunity in the world and education is as well. I want to make the most of my opportunities in life to accomplish my dream. While working hard on and off the court, I believe that my dream of playing college basketball will become a reality.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 2 years
- Varsity Starter
- 2 years
- 2016 Varsity Team
- Starter
Individual Awards
- Captain, Most Improved Player
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #10
Individual Awards
- Captain
- 2014 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter
Individual Awards
- Team Captain. MVP. Broke single game scoring record -- put up 40 points.
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 1 season
- 2016 NBBA (17U Showcase Team)
- Invitation only, very competitive level.
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Neil Caynan
- High School Head Coach
- Jordan Hamilton
Events
- Camp/Event
- Phenom 150
- 8/04/16 to 8/07/16
- 'Hands down, one of the best shooters at the camp." "Amazing attitude and team player.' Made all Sportsmanship Team.
- Camp/Event
- University of Tampa Elite Camp
- 7/30/16 to 7/31/16
- Invited by assistant Coach Pecka.
- Camp/Event
- Hoop Group Summer Jam (NCAA Viewing)
- 7/15/16 to 7/17/16
- Gained interest from Goucher College
- Camp/Event
- Hoop Group Elite Camp (Session 2) NCAA Viewing
- 7/12/16 to 7/15/16
- Elite Camp Sessions provide the opportunity to receive high level instruction, compete against the best players, and get exposure in front of college coaches and scouts from across the country.
- Camp/Event
- University of Chicago Elite Camp (By Invitation)
- 5/22/16 to 5/22/16
- "...love your attitude and how you play the game..."
- Camp/Event
- 2nd Annual Spring Showcase
- 5/14/16 to 5/15/16
- “Joe Diaz NBBA 17: Tough as nails PG.” The Mid-Major Hoops report (a scouting service that evaluates student athletes) looked at more than 200 boys that weekend. Of the 26 boys they chose to highlight, I was one of them!!
- Camp/Event
- University of California, Santa Cruz Elite Camp (By Invitation)
- 4/24/16 to 4/24/16
- "...strong physical paint game..."
- Camp/Event
- NorCal Spring Showcase (NCAA Viewing)
- 4/22/16 to 4/23/16
- Camp/Event
- Double Pump Spring Hoop Fest (NCAA Viewing)
- 4/15/16 to 4/17/16
- Camp/Event
- Phenom 150
- 8/06/15 to 8/09/15
- Can only attend if invited. Evaluated by several Division I and Division II coaches. I was selected to be on the All Defensive Team and ranked 16th as a guard from about 90 other guards.
Statistics
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. English, PhysicsRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- ActivitiesMath Club, Camp Counselor, Target (employer)