He wakes up at 6:30 a.m. every school day. In the morning, he eats foods that help fuel his body for varsity basketball, including carbohydrates like oatmeal or toast with with protein such as eggs and milk. Eating a strong breakfast helps him stay energized for school and gives him the stamina he needs for practice later. He also drinks plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and to not cramp up as practices are relentless.
During the school day he balances academics with basketball. Because the team has practice almost every day after school he makes sure to stay on top of his homework. He often uses free periods or study halls to complete assignments so he does not feel overwhelmed at night. Even with long practices, he stays focused in class by getting at least eight hours of sleep every night.
After school, he heads to practice. The team practices five to six times per week, and every practice lasts about two hours. Practice usually starts with stretching and warm-ups, followed by team work especially on defense, and scrimmages. Conditioning is also a big part of training. He stated, “The hardest part of practice is running suicides at the end, when your legs already feel tired but you still have to push through.” After practice, he goes home tired but still makes time to study and recover.
On game days, he arrives early to warm up and to get mentally ready. He plays almost the whole game and focuses on defense, communication, and taking smart shots. Being a basketball player requires all the foundations not only shooting but also defense and passing. HIs discipline, teamwork, and strong time management continues to push himself because of his dedication to improving and helping his team succeed.
