Thursday, April 30, 2009

Life after college: Senior Basketball star Wes Wicks

When was the first time you ever played basketball and how were you introduced to it?

(W) I was 7 or 8 when I started. I started off just watching basketball games on TV. My father and brother played and it inspired me.


Do you plan on playing in any leagues after college, if so which ones or would you prefer to go into your career of choice?

(W) As of right now I have a few opportunities to play in exposure camps to showcase my talents, so I can later play overseas.

It don’t matter what team I play for, I just want to play.
If I don’t play overseas, I will work for my old high school as an assist coach. I haven’t ever thought of just giving up on basketball.


Do you feel it’s difficult for athletes to pursue their majors after college because of the sport they play? If so why?

(W) I wouldn’t say it’s difficult, but as an athlete, you don’t really want to work after college you would rather play the sport that is your passion. Working is like an alternative for not being able or accepted in the professional leagues. I think people only work after college, because either they lose the passion for the sport or the sport loses the passion in them.


Do you think Manhattanville Athletics have prepared for your next step in your career sports career?

(W) Yes, I think it has prepared me both physically and mentally.

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