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Get to Know: Basketball's #5 Nick Sanford

Nick Sanford is a junior in his third year in the Brophy basketball program. He enjoys surfing outside of basketball. He has two siblings, including a younger sister, Lucy, who plays on the Xavier basketball program. College basketball is definitely on his radar following his senior season.
 
What is the edge that will help us be successful in the playoffs?
“I think the edge will be everyone buying into practices, scouting reports, and their roles. Everyone’s role has been changing throughout the year so I think doing the best in your role is important.”
 
What do you see as your role on the team?
“I see my role is coming off the bench and giving good minutes.”
 
What did the shot at Basha do for your confidence heading into the playoffs?
“It was a good confidence boost. Coming off a big injury it is hard to get your rhythm and your confidence back. I feel like hitting a shot like that boosted my confidence.”
 
How do your parents handle two basketball-playing kids?
“One parent usually goes to my sister’s games and one goes to mine.”
 
What does it mean to the team to be selected for Open Division and play in this new format?
“It gives us a bigger chance to compete against the best 32 schools. It is climbing up to a bigger state championship. The goal is to win the Open state championship.”

If you could live in a book, TV show, or movie, where would you live: Outer Banks. 
What is your greatest achievement: My greatest achievement would be winning a State Championship at Brophy.
If you could time travel, would you go to the past or the future: Past.
What teacher has inspired you the most: 
Senor Cordova.
What is your favorite holiday: Christmas.
If you won the lottery, what would you buy: Sports car. 
What’s your favorite dinner: Chipotle.
Name the celebrity you would like to meet: 
Madelyn Cline. 
Who is your hero: My Mom.
What is on your Bucket List: Win a State Championship. 

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