Male Athlete of the Month

John has been a 3D member for the past 4 years and is currently on the U15 Elite team. The 5’10 starting guard for the Handsworth Royals has continued to improve and mature as a basketball player each year. For his age, John has one of the best skill sets on the North Shore. He can run the point with his great court vision and ball handling skills or he can play the shooting guard position with his deadly 1-on-1 moves and perimeter shooting. In addition, John brings the intangibles to any team he plays on. He is one of the most coachable athletes in the 3D program and he is a great teammate. His work ethic is excellent and he wants to improve every time he steps on the court.

3D: Why do you enjoy playing the game?

John: I enjoy playing basketball because it allows me to constantly set goals and achieve them in a short amount of time or over a longer period of time. Also at the end of the day, it is ultimately a fun game where I can just go out and play without worrying too much about anything else.

3D: Describe your game in 3 words?

John: Get it done

3D: Who is the toughest player you have played against?

John: I’ve played against a lot of good players from around the province and through 3D, however for my age group, the toughest player 1 on 1 is Erickson Evangelista. He can beat you in so many different (and embarrassing) ways offensively and is also a very strong physical defender.

3D: Who are your role models?

John: My role models from the 3D program for point guards are Sean Burke and Tyler Kepkay. Both players are excellent examples of point guards who live the “3-D’s” and have gone on to succeed at the next level with “complete games”.

3D: What has 3D done for your development?

John: 3D has helped me grow as a player because the coaches are constantly pushing us harder in an environment to help us succeed. Also, I have played with a bunch of guys now for a few years and seeing them grow as players has kept me motivated to keep up.

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