Athlete Showcase: Brandywine’s Nicole Sachman

Published 8:58 am Friday, February 24, 2017

Nicole Sachman is a sophomore on the Brandywine girls basketball team.

 

What has been one of your greatest accomplishments as an athlete?

NS: Winning districts my freshman year.

 

What has been one of your biggest disappointments as an athlete?

NS: Losing because I know I could have done better.

 

What has been a hardship in your life?

NS: When my dad broke his leg last year.

 

Who is a “hero” in your life and why?

NS: My parents, because they are always there for me and support me.

 

When are you the most nervous while you are competing?

NS: Right before the game starts.

 

Describe an embarrassing athletic moment.

NS: When you have a wide-open three and shoot an air ball.

 

How do you tend to work out/train when by yourself?

NS: I do not work out, but sometimes I go outside and shoot.

 

What other sport would you like to compete in if you were not playing yours?

NS: I would probably compete in tennis or track.

 

Why are sports an important part of a high school experience?

NS: It helps me make friends and become responsible.

 

If you could be the head coach of a team for a year, what team would you choose?

NS: A little league basketball team.

 

If I did not play sports, I would…?

NS: Sleep and watch Netflix.

 

What is the most challenging thing for you to do in your sport?

NS: The most challenging thing for me is to no foul.

 

If you could change one rule about your sport, what would it be?

NS: The number of fouls per game.

 

What is the best compliment you have ever received?

NS: People say I am hard-working.

 

What was the scariest thing you have had to do? Are you glad you did it?

NS: Getting my wisdom teeth out. Yes, I am glad I did it.

 

What was the last thing you saw someone do that really impressed you?

NS: When my brother graduated from college with an associates degree before graduating from high school.

 

What is your favorite hobby? Why?

NS: Watching television, because it helps me pass time.

 

Choose one word to describe yourself:

NS: Responsible.