Featured Athlete: Lilian Johnson

Manal Nasir

Wingspan’s featured athlete for 12/1 is varsity basketball player freshman Lilian Johnson.

Wingspan: When did you start playing basketball?

Johnson: “I started playing basketball when I was around seven years old.”

Wingspan: Why did you start playing basketball?

Johnson: “I started playing basketball because I liked playing other sports.”

Wingspan: Who is your biggest inspiration?

Johnson: “My biggest inspiration are my teammates.”

Wingspan: What is your favorite part about basketball?

Johnson: “My favorite part of playing basketball is being a part of a team.”

Wingspan: What are you aiming for this season?

Johnson: “This season I am aiming to be a solid player coming off the bench that can contribute to the team.”

Wingspan: Do you plan on continuing basketball after graduating high school?

Johnson: “Right now I am unsure of my plans concerning basketball after high school.”