Alexandra Melonson

Which sport do you play?  Basketball

What positions do you play? Guard

What school do you attend?  Rancho High School

How long have you played and what motivated you to get involved in this sport? I’ve been playing basketball for 11 years. My family is what motivated me because all my family members at one time played basketball.

Please list any accomplishments you are proud of achieving in your sport:
I was proud of achieving first team All-Conference in the Northeast region division (05-06), Also becoming Most Valuable Player (MVP) (04 to 06), Coaches Award (03-04)

What do you like most about your sport? I get the opportunity to showcase my skills

What is your favorite sport to watch on TV and why? Basketball , because I get to learn all facets to improve my knowledge of the game

Who is your favorite athlete or person you draw inspiration from? Why do you draw inspiration from this person? Dwayne Wade, because he has a lot of HEART and he able to get knock down 7 times and he gets up 8.

Do you think that being an athlete helps or hinders you with your academic studies? (G.P.A.?) Yes it does help me with my academic studies because without the grade I don’t have the ability to play (3.6).

Do you plan on pursuing your sport at the college level? Yes

Do you plan on pursuing a career in your sport as a professional? Yes either playing Overseas or in the WNBA.

If you do not pursue a professional career in your sport what else would you like to do in life? I would like to become a Physical Therapists.

Do you have a favorite saying?  “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail”

What is your favorite food? Hot wings from KFC

Favorite show on TV? Law and Order

Favorite movie? Love and Basketball

Any other comments that you think may be necessary for this questionnaire? Our goal this year is to make it to State