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| Cameron Brown |
Senior Cameron Brown got interested
in sports, and basketball in particular, because of his dad. His dad had always
been a basketball coach. Brown says he was ‘born with a basketball in his hand
and never put it down.’ He has played basketball all through his childhood and
has played soccer and basketball during his high school career.
Growing up, Brown wanted to learn
everything he could about basketball. “I would always go to my dad’s games and
watch for hours; watching the NBA I looked up to guys like Lebron and Kobe
because of how hard they worked and how competitive they were.”
Over the years, Brown has learned
much more than just what’s on the court. He’s learned lessons he’ll use long
after he stops playing. Lessons like, the value of hard work and communication.
And a team is only as a good as its coach. Brown says he’s been lucky to have
been coached by some of the best players to play in Maine, along with
professional players and mentors of the game who are very knowledgeable about
their sport.
Like most scholastic athletes, Brown
is training during this unusual season. He’s doing cardio and various weight
exercises and tries to work out every day. He has weight sets and boxing
equipment in his garage. He acknowledges that he is very fortunate to have this
equipment available to him.
For athletes who may be struggling
or discouraged during this time, Brown says to “keep a mindset that won't ever
let you stop working on your craft, whatever it may be. Make sure you are
working as hard as you possibly can so that you pick up right where you left
off.” He adds that it is important to show your coach you should play at the
highest level. “Don't leave any doubt because once it's over, it's over.”
Next year Brown will be attending
the University of Southern Maine to play basketball and major in media
studies/journalism. When he’s not on the court or the field, he likes to
listen to music, watch old NBA games and spend time with loved ones.
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