Michael Mendicino is a 16 year old junior at Seton School, a Catholic High School in Manassas, Virginia. He is a current HTRW player who shows leadership and focus each and everyday. Michael is not only a great basketball player, but a phenomenal student with big dreams. When Michael is not working on his game he enjoys spending time with his friends and family and playing video games.
HTRW: Where are you looking to go to college? Also, do you plan to continue to play basketball?
Michael: As of right now, I have just started looking at colleges and do not yet know where I will go. I am interested in possibly becoming a lawyer or an engineer. I definitely want to play basketball at the next level and am looking for a school where I can both get a good education and continue playing basketball.
Michael: As of right now, I have just started looking at colleges and do not yet know where I will go. I am interested in possibly becoming a lawyer or an engineer. I definitely want to play basketball at the next level and am looking for a school where I can both get a good education and continue playing basketball.
HTRW: What are your basketball accomplishments to date, and
your favorite aspects of the game?
Michael: I am playing varsity basketball for the first time this year. I am the starting point guard, and I lead the team in assists per game. I also am the team’s second leading scorer. One of my favorite aspect of basketball is running in transition. I love leading the fast break, and scoring before the other team can cross half court. I like using my handle to set up a drive to the bucket or to create space for a quick pull-up jump shot. I also really enjoy working out in the off-season and participating in AAU/Club tournaments with Coach Ken.
Michael: I am playing varsity basketball for the first time this year. I am the starting point guard, and I lead the team in assists per game. I also am the team’s second leading scorer. One of my favorite aspect of basketball is running in transition. I love leading the fast break, and scoring before the other team can cross half court. I like using my handle to set up a drive to the bucket or to create space for a quick pull-up jump shot. I also really enjoy working out in the off-season and participating in AAU/Club tournaments with Coach Ken.
HTRW: What are your academic accomplishments to date, and
your favorite things about school?
Michael: I have an overall grade point average of an A- in high school. My favorite class in school is history. I also enjoy hanging out with my friends and getting shots up at lunch.
Michael: I have an overall grade point average of an A- in high school. My favorite class in school is history. I also enjoy hanging out with my friends and getting shots up at lunch.
HTRW: What drives you on a personal level and in basketball?
Michael: From a personal standpoint, my love for God and my relationship with my family constantly push me to become a better person daily. These things are what add real meaning to my life. As far as basketball is concerned, my drive to become a better player comes from knowing that there is always someone else working to become better at the game. I can never be lazy or complacent or I risk getting left behind.
Michael: From a personal standpoint, my love for God and my relationship with my family constantly push me to become a better person daily. These things are what add real meaning to my life. As far as basketball is concerned, my drive to become a better player comes from knowing that there is always someone else working to become better at the game. I can never be lazy or complacent or I risk getting left behind.
HTRW: What are your basketball goals and non-basketball
related goals?
Michael: My basketball goals are to lead Seton School to its first DAC championship in 5 years. Next year, I am hoping to make 1st team All-Conference. After high school, I am hoping that my hard work will enable me to play basketball at any collegiate level. My non-basketball goals are to either work with my dad someday at his law firm or become a successful engineer.
Michael: My basketball goals are to lead Seton School to its first DAC championship in 5 years. Next year, I am hoping to make 1st team All-Conference. After high school, I am hoping that my hard work will enable me to play basketball at any collegiate level. My non-basketball goals are to either work with my dad someday at his law firm or become a successful engineer.
HTRW: What is an interesting fact about yourself that most
people would not know?
Michael: When I was 5 years old, I nearly drowned at the Reston YMCA in swim class. I took off my float and sunk to the bottom of the pool. I was nearly out of breath and praying for help when my swim instructor turned around and saved me.
Michael: When I was 5 years old, I nearly drowned at the Reston YMCA in swim class. I took off my float and sunk to the bottom of the pool. I was nearly out of breath and praying for help when my swim instructor turned around and saved me.
HTRW: What is your funniest Coach K moment?
Michael: There are many funny moments with Coach Ken. It is hard to pick a favorite. However, if I have to select one, it is when he gets angry after a mistake, calls me to the sideline during a game, points to his head and says, “Show me some sense!”
Michael: There are many funny moments with Coach Ken. It is hard to pick a favorite. However, if I have to select one, it is when he gets angry after a mistake, calls me to the sideline during a game, points to his head and says, “Show me some sense!”
