SCOTTIE DULAIRE- BLOOMFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

Tell everyone about yourself?
My name is Scott Dulaire but every one calls me Scottie. I go to Bloomfield High School. I have been playing ball since I was 5 and haven't stopped since.

What was your best game?
My best game was when my high school played Windsor High first game of the season this year in a sold out gym.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport? I can just push myself harder until mind and body give up.

What is your dream college?
My dream college is VCU

If a College Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
I would bring a different mood that will encourage everyone to play better.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
What ever you do in your sport do double that in the class room.

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SADIE EDWARDS- MERCY HIGH SCHOOL

Tell everyone about yourself?
I'm Sadie Edwards, I'm a freshman at Mercy High School in CT. I play basketball and I'm a point guard.

What was your best game?
My best games ever have been in an AAU national tournament, where I was able to put up big numbers throughout the entire tournament.

Why are sports/education important to you?
Sports are important to me because it opens up so many opportunities. It gives me chances to meet new people, showcase my skills, and learn many different lessons about life. Education is important because, in order to be successful you need an education.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport? I need to work more on my individual skills.

What is your dream college?
My dream college is University of North Carolina

If a College Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
I'm willing to do anything your team needs to become better.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
Play every second like it's your last and work just as hard in your school work as you do on your game.

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TRAY BECTON-MARTIN- BRIARCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Tell us about yourself?
I'm Tray Becton-Martin and I play football and baseball at Briarcrest Christian School in Memphis, Tn. Im a Wide receiver/ corner back.

How does it feel to be on ESPNU Top 150 watch list?
It's another Blessing from God and it feels great, almost like an accomplishment. It makes me want to work harder to become a better player.

What was your best game?
My best game this year was in week 4 of football season. I caught 3 touchdowns from my quarterback, Michael Johnson, to help my team win the the game.

Why are sports/education important to you?
Sports are important to me because it's what I love to to do. By growing up watching my parents play ball and with all of their accomplishments I pretty much had no choice. Education wise, because I'm eager to learn so if I dont make it big I can hopefully coach some where one day.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
Keep praying to God, that's about it and out work other people in my postion.

What is your dream college?
I dont really have a dream college but right now my favorite is UGA.

If a College Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
I would tell him I'm a great leader and a competitor. I have a will to win and I dont like losing and that he could depend on me to make big plays.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
ALWAYS KEEP GOD FIRST!!

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RYAN MITCHELL- HENRY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Tell us about yourself?
My name is Ryan Mitchell. I am 6'0 205. I play football, basketball, and run track. I live in Henry County and go to Henry County High School.

What was your best game?
My best game was this past football season when we played North Oldham when I had 8 catches for 90 yards. As a run team, I think thats pretty good.

Why are sports/education important to you?
Our coaches have always said to us that school always comes first. I need school to have a good life and sports is important because it teaches you how to be a leader and to work as a team in any situation.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
Practice whenever I have the chance. Go hard in the weightroom all the time. Go 100 in practice all the time.

What is your dream college?
My dream college is Texas university.

If a College Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
I would say that I could bring a type of leadership that most teams dont have.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
I would say that school always comes first and play every play like its your last

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JAKE ROBERTS- CROSBY HIGH SCHOOL

Tell everyone about yourself?
I am Jake Roberts,6 feet tall 200 lbs. I play center for Crosby High School in Waterbury, Connecticut and it's the best experience of my life!!!

What was your best game?
My best game was versus Wilby an inter district school here and I did so good I kept all of my blocks and no one was able to get through my "gap". I achieved "the game ball"for this game!

Why are sports/education important to you?
Sports/education are very important to me because I feel that it is important to have through out life. Education is very important to understand things in life and sports wise I believe it is a great way to be noticed if you want to go to college. Many people watch you from colleges and you don't even know it. I play sports because it is very fun and entertaining for me. I love it!

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
I think to become better in my sport I can practice twice as hard I know that I can become a better center by snapping the ball better. In the blocking I was great but on some of my snaps they were a little "off" but I can definitely in prove that quickly.

What is your dream college?
My dream college is to go to Florida. I would love to follow the footsteps of the greats that went there such as Tim Tebow. This is a D1 school and that is definitely one of my long term goals I hope to achieve!

If a College Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
If a college coach asked me this, I would tell him that I will be able to achieve high standards that he asks us too. I would tell him that if he accepted me to play that I will be able to do everything he asks and do it right the first time. I would also do a little gloating and tell him that I am a MONSTER that can block and hit very hard but that is just to assure that I will be accepted.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
Always stay with your dreams and never give up! Also, if you have goals, never give up on them and always follow through.

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SPENSER CULLEN- ABILENE COOPER HIGH SCHOOL

Tell us about yourself?
Spenser Cullen. Abilene TX. 6'2" 265 lbs. Abilene Cooper. Football, Powerlifting, and track (discus and shot put)

What are your pre-game rituals?
Always listen to Lil Wayne and Kid Cudi to start focusing in on the game and the situation, then right before its time to take the field i switch over to All That Remains.

What professional athlete would you say you pattern your game behind and why?
Not to sound cocky or anything, but Tom Brady, just because the fact that he never looks like he's in a panic. he's always calm, cool, and collected, and i never feel panicked during a game.

Besides sports, what are other hobbies that you enjoy?
I love playing my guitar. Any kind of music. Everything from jack johnson to slipknot.

How are you doing in school?
Decent, not exactly your straight A student, i have my slip ups, but all in all probably a B+ average.

If you could meet anybody, dead or alive, who would it be and why?
Probably Will Ferrel. In my opinion, funniest actor!

What are your plans for life after sports?
Go to college and get a degree in coaching and return what my coaches have done for me.

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CHRIS TAYLOR- FOUNDER OF SOSPORTZ

Tell everyone about yourself?
My name is Chris Taylor, the Founder/CEO of SoSportz. I’m from Memphis, TN. I went to Cordova High School, class of 2002. After graduating from Indiana University in 2005, I played running back for the Houston Texans during the 2006-2008 seasons and I’m currently a member of the New England Patriots. For me, playing at the professional level has been a dream come true. My dream is also to help young people reach their goals in any way I can. I’m very passionate about sports and helping people, that’s why I’m starting SoSportz. This will allow student-athletes to get FREE exposure to college coaches, help you academically, and help you become great people in society.

What was your best game?
My best game would probably be against the University of Kentucky my senior year in college. I had 17 carries for 176 yards in 3 quarters. I caught cramps in both of my calves in the middle of the 3rd quarter and couldn't finish the game because the cramps would not go away. I hate those cramps! Lol!

Why are sports/education important to you?
I started playing sports at the age of 4. Sports are so important to me because they have taught me so much. At a young age I was always taught to view sports as a tool that teaches. Sports teach so many life skills and that’s part of the reason I have a passion for sports the way that I do. It has taught me how to be a team player, leadership, dedication, discipline, hard work, and so many other attributes. Education is the key to success. Sometimes we get so consume with our sport, we forget about the big picture. I can’t play sports forever, that’s just the reality. That’s why I always say to put the same hard work and passion in your education as you do in your sport. My education will take me so much farther in life than sports and that is something I want to instill in the SoSportz Athletes.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
Never be satisfied. Work hard everyday on all my skills to be the best player I can be.

What was your dream college?
My dream college was the University of Tennessee. I had always dreamed of running on the field wearing that orange and white. I ended up going to Indiana University which was a better fit for me for football and academically. I’m proud to be a Hoosier!

If a Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
I will bring tenacity and passion to the team as a running back and a special teams player. I’m going to come to work each day ready to work. When it gets hard, I will work harder! I’m a TEAM player, it’s not about me. It’s all about doing whatever I can to help the TEAM win. Having more points on the scoreboard than our opponent at the end of the game is all that matters to me.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
If you have dreams in life, and you work hard to make those dreams become a reality, anything is possible. Never let anyone tell you what you can and can’t do. God has blessed us all with different talents and abilities and we can’t let those go to waste. Put yourself around people who do the right things and want to be successful in life. Education, Education, Education!

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NICK MELOSKY- WHITEHALL HIGH SCHOOL

Tell us about yourself?
My name is Nick Melosky. I am a Sophomore this year at Whitehall High School, in PA. Wear #11, play PG-SG. I'm 6'3' and 170 lbs. I am a hard worker and strive to be the best. I play hard and am a leader. Basketball is my passion and will make any team better. In the gym on and off season mostly everyday working hard. Play aau as well around the country and want to play college basketball.

What was your best game?
I would have to say for HS at Liberty, who is a very good team in the state, had 21 points, 6 assis, 6 boards or AAU when we played at Rutger's RAC in a tournament and I went for 25 on 5 3-pointers and got a win against a good Team Final team.

Why are sports/education important to you?
Sports and school are both important to me because they will get me somewhere in my life and help me succeed on my own. I work hard in the classroom to keep my grades up and make high honors. I know that will help me when entering college. I also work hard at basketball because I love it and want to be the best I can be. I want to play on a D1 level so i train very hard to get there.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
I train with my coaches and trainers. Lifting weights, speed training, agility, and strength. I also shoot a lot of shots in the gym with my coach in the off-season to improve my shooting and practice in the gym on and off season a lot to refine my game. You have to put a good effort in to get better.

What is your dream college?
My dream college would be Villanova University or Syracuse University. They both have good programs and in good conference. I like their coaches as well.

If a College Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
I would say I am a leader and will take control on the court. I keep everyone in check and always want to win. I also work hard to get better and that will rub off on my teammates. I have dedication to a program as well and am an all-around good student athlete.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
Work hard and set your goals high. Dont be afraid to have dreams. Will hard work and dedication you can do anything. Push for what you want to do in life and make smart choices. Keep your grades high and plan out your future.

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JAY MANNING- MCINTOSH HIGH SCHOOL

Tell us about yourself?
My name is Jay Manning a junior guard at McIntosh High School in Peachtree City, Georgia. I'm 6'3, 160 lbs shooter and slasher with a 6'5 wingspan and 32 inch vertical. My position is PG, SG, SF. I'm averaging 14 ppg, 7.6 rpg, and 3.2 asg ..from San Antonio, Texas and have been playing ball since the age of 4.

What was your best game?
My best game may be when I went 7-10 from the 3point line to finish with 27, or the game when I put up 21 points, 12, rebounds, and 8 assists.

Why are sports/education important to you?
Education is especially important to me because it is so essential in life whether I major in the business field or in education. Sports(mainly basketball) has been a major part of my life and I see myself never stopping.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
There is never a point where " I am good enough" to stop practicing, so I believe hard work in the gym and weight room will give me the advantage against players who think they are already at the next level.

What is your dream college?
My dream college is UNC, but closely behind is UGA, GT. I'm really working to play D-1 College ball for any powerhouse.

If a College Coach ask you, how can you make our team better, what would you say?
I can say that I'm willing to accept my role whether it's starting my first year, or if im redshirted. I'm willing to be a vocal leader and will bring determintation and heart to the game as well as to the team. I plan to be ready physically and mentally so that my teammates can always depend on me whether on the offensive or defensive end.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
To maintain the grades, because without them you have no options. Also to never quit or think you are good enough, because there is always room for improvement.

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Check out this article on Jay (Male Athlete of the Week): http://sou.nn.marietta.new.adqic.com/stories/Male-Athlete-of-the-Week,167318

JULIAN JONES- HARKER HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL

Tell us about yourself?
Name: Julian Jones
Height: 6"2
Weight: 165
School: Harker Heights
Position: PG or SG
Player Type: Slasher

What are your pre-game rituals?
Once the team is finished getting crunk with the team pre-game ritual, I move to the side and start mine. I pray to myself while listening to Lil Wayne or Jr Writer. Then I wipe my shoes and do my handshake with my teammate, then the game begins!!

What professional athlete would you say you pattern your game behind and why?
Tony Parker because he is a slasher and loves to go to the basketball just like me. He's a very smart playing on the court and knows when to do what at what point. Lastly, because he is a very good player but is still underrated, like me.

Besides sports, what are other hobbies that you enjoy?
Being cool as well as chilling with my friends.

How are you doing in school?
Steady B's. Around 85%

If you could meet anybody, dead or alive, who would it be and why?
My Parents

What are your plans for life after sports?
To be healthy and have a job in the architectural field. To be financially stable and having fun with life.

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