Men's Basketball Adds Talent from Youngstown

AJ Green

Hometown: Youngstown, OH
Position: PF/C
Favorite player: Joel Embiid.
Favorite team: Cavaliers
Spirit Animal: Lion

"Thank God and the coaches for this opportunity."

Why do you play?
"Been playing since I was four or five. Basketball grew on me. At nine or ten years old my Dad sat me down and asked me if I want to take it seriously. I told him yes, immediately. Ever since I have been working extra to get better. Love the game. Playing for parents."

What has the last year been like?
Senior year, during my first game, I came down after a layup and torn my acl and meniscus. Had to sit out the season. Had surgery. Down about it for a while. Scared. Waiting for my senior year since I was a freshman.
Looking to have a special year. It was tough but, Coach Duncan got in contact with me. Asked if I was interested. Flat out said yes. Doesn't take anything for granted. Blessed for the opportunity. Never thought that it would happen. Gotta keep on going, can't stop."

How do you feel about the upcoming season?
"Excited. Think we have a lot of talent. Follow a lot of these guys on instagram. See they are putting in alot of work. Know we are going to put in the work. Coaches. Everyone. Can't wait."

Why did you come to BSC?
"Coaches care for the players. Want you to do good in school and everything. Gave me an opportunity. Willing to give me a chance after the injury."
Coach Duncan told me, "not a problem. Just gotta get you to work."

Advice for other folks looking to play sports in college?
"Keep working. Don't quit. Don't listen to anyone that says you can't do it. They are saying no for their own personal reasons. If you want to go do something. do it yourself. live with the results. If you fall just get back it up."

AJ is pursuing Business Management and Sports Management.