Featured Athlete: Jayden Daniels
Wingspan : How did you start playing basketball?
Daniels : “I really just grew up around it, my mom played in college and my dad played overseas.”
Wingspan : Who has been your biggest motivator?
Daniels : “My grandma because she raised me and showed how strong she is which motivates me because without her I wouldn’t be where I am today.”
Wingspan : How has playing basketball impacted your life?
Daniels : “It has given me an extracurricular activity outside of school and has kept me always on my feet so I’m not just sitting around.”
Wingspan : Do you have and pregame superstitions?
Daniels : “I don’t eat before I play because I feel like I play better on an empty stomach.”
Wingspan : How do you manage to train daily and keep up with school?
Daniels : “Honestly, it’s hard and I always have to catch up on my work but I get it done.”
Wingspan : What are you most excited for in playoffs?
Daniels : “To keep winning games and hopefully get the championship and spend the last moments with my teammates since this is my last year.”
Wingspan : What sports icon as influenced you the most?
Daniels : “Lebron James especially after his scoring record and he just does a lot of great things in the NBA.”