Spartan Times

Freshmen post Brent Aga as he sits on his throne. Photo by Michelle Einzinger.

Age: 20

Year in school: Freshman

Hometown: Lakewood, Colo.

Here to study: Generals

What is your position: Forward for basketball

What got you started in your sport: Father

Tell us about yourself: I golf during my free time. I also race cars and work on cars.

High school awards: 1st team All Conference two years in a row. League MVP

Favorite motivational quote: “You never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice”

How much do you train a day: Five hours

What motivates you: Wanting to get out of Rangely

What advice would you give aspiring athletes: If you don’t love it, don’t do it.

How long have you participated in your sport: 16 years

What other sports did you play in high school: golf and baseball

Best advice you were given: Be a leader, not a follower

Who taught you your skills: Variety of coaches

Who is your athlete idol: I don’t have one. I enjoy watching and learning something from every athlete.

How do you motivate your teammates: Try and always do the right thing

How is your college experience so far, and how is it different from high school: College so far is humbling from high school

What are your hopes for the team this year: to have a 500 record (to win as many games as you lose)

What are your team’s strengths: Athleticism