Senior Spotlight: Ricky Martinez

SIMEON LAM
Staff Writer

1. How has basketball changed you as a person?

It has taught me character, morals and lessons that I will never forget, which include responsibility and maturing as a person.

2. What were some of your notable accomplishments in high school?

I am a four-year member of the basketball program, a four-year member of Leo Service Club and a three-year member of the volleyball program. I accomplished my goal of being a part of Associated Student Body as Director of Athletics in my senior year.

3. What college would you like to attend? What major do you plan to enter?

I would like to attend any college that offers my major. If I had to choose, it would be University of California, Santa Barbara. My major would definitely relate to business.

4. Do you plan to play basketball in college?

I plan to try out for college basketball; however, I have served my time in high school, playing four years and I am content with leaving it with that. Nothing can replace [my experience in] high school basketball.

5. What advice do you have for underclassmen in the basketball program?

Some advice is to stick with [basketball] and not quit. All athletes go through a period of “burn-out” with their body wearing down and I highly recommend that you continue to work hard. Play to get better, but to have fun as well because it only lasts so long.