Patrick Allman is a sophomore and in his first year being on an actual basketball team, he is the center and is number 53.

Q: When did you first start playing?

A: This is my first time on a team but I have been playing since I was eight or nine.

Q: How did you get started playing basketball?

A: My friends got me interested in it then I just wanted to try out for the team this year.

Q: What is your favorite thing about basketball?

A: Just being part of a team.

Q: How many times do you practice and how long?

A: I practice every day whether it is during ball practice, practice with my friends or practicing at the park by myself.

Q: What school did you just move from?

A: Bedford North Lawrence.

Q: Did you play basketball for your other school?

A: No!

Q: Are you planning on playing in the future?

A: I plan to play through high school.

Q: What is the hardest thing about playing basketball?

A: Learning the plays.

Feature by Kristan Cole; Photo by Breanna Daugherty