Spartan Times

Athlete of the week: Tiana Wilder

Compiled by Michelle Einzinger, Reporter

Height: 5′ 5″

Age/year: 19, Sophomore

Hometown: Denver, Colo.

Here to study: Generals

What is your position: Wing guard (Basketball, second year at CNCC)

What got you started in your sport: 6th grade (First year played)

How much do you train a day: About 4 1/2, maybe 5 hours a day

What motivates you: My daughter and the ones who doubt and don’t believe me

How long have you participated in your sport: About 10 years

What other sports did you play in high school: Just basketball

Best advice you were given: Stay strong and never give up

Who taught you your skills: Coaches, father (when he was alive)

Who is your athlete idol: I love Lebron James, professional basketball player for the Miami Heat

How do you motivate your teammates: By telling them what we are capable of so they remember what we’re working for

How is your college experience so far, and how is it different from high school: College is way more stressful for me than high school. Missing my daughter is very hard, but it’s going good

What are your hopes for the team this year: To work together and win games

What are your team’s strengths: Quickness, shooters, smarter than last year and stronger

Are you planning to play your sport after graduation from CNCC: Depending on the schools that offer my major; not sure.

What advice would you give aspiring athletes: Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.

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