The Unchanging Joy of Basketball

🏀Basketball has been a source of joy since childhood, playing with family and falling in love with the game.

🏠Playing basketball at home in the backyard is a cherished memory that connects me to my roots and keeps me motivated.

🏃‍♂️Running has always been a form of freedom and effortless exercise, connecting me to my younger self and allowing me to reset.

📝Writing down worries and doubts and throwing them away is a powerful tool to stay focused and ignore negativity as a student athlete.

🏀🏋️‍♂️The love of the game remains constant, providing a safe and pressure-free space to rediscover myself and enjoy basketball.

What role did your family play in your love for basketball?

—My family introduced me to basketball, and playing with them in the backyard created a strong bond and love for the game.

How do you find motivation to keep playing basketball?

—Going back to my roots, reminiscing about childhood memories, and being reminded of who I am helps me stay motivated to continue playing basketball.

Why is running important to you?

—Running gives me a sense of freedom and helps me reset. It's an effortless exercise that brings me closer to my younger self.

How do you deal with doubts and negativity as a student athlete?

—I write down my worries and doubts, then throw them away to stay focused and ignore negativity. I believe in myself and my values.

What does basketball mean to you?

—Basketball is a constant source of joy and a safe space where I can be myself. It's a sport I love and that brings out the best in me.

00:03Basketball has always brought joy, from playing with family to falling in love with the game.

00:13Playing basketball at home in the backyard connects me to my roots and keeps me motivated.

00:23Running has always been a form of freedom and effortless exercise, allowing me to reset.

01:56Writing down worries and doubts, then throwing them away, helps me ignore negativity as a student athlete.

03:15The love of the game remains constant, providing a safe and pressure-free space to rediscover myself and enjoy basketball.