One Of The Top 5 Small Forwards In Texas: Damon Nicholas Jr
Damon Nicholas Jr is a 3 Star recruit who plays Small Forward at Duncanville High School. Nicholas is ranked as a Top 25 recruit in the state of Texas and is ranked as a Top 5 Small Forward in the state as well. In addition, Nicholas is ranked as the 2nd highest commit in Sam Houston State history. Damon Nicholas Jr is committed to play at Sam Houston State this fall.
Growing up, were you inspired by any NBA Players?
Growing up as a little kid I was inspired by Lebron James and Ray Allen.
What high school is your biggest rival?
Our biggest rivals this year are Waxahachie Westlake Atasociata.
What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
My pregame playlist mostly Consists of Artists such as Meek Mill, Drake, Rod Wave, J Cole, or G Herbo.
What is your offseason training like?
My offseason training really is training that getting me ready for the next level and Keeping me healthy and in shape.
What is your favorite memory of your high school career, so far?
My favorite memory of my high school career was when we won State !!
What parts of your high school game, do you hope to transition to the college level?
Parts of my game I hope translates to the next level is my Mid range game , my ability to finish around the rim with tough contact, my rebounding, The tough defense i play and me just being have the desire to always wanting to win and being a winner.
What made Sam Houston State stand out from other schools?
What made Sam Houston stand out from the other schools was the bond I had created with the whole coaching staff and some of the players. It just felt like a good fit for me.
What do you want to accomplish on and off the court during your time at Sam Houston State?
What I want to accomplish off the court at Sam Houston is focusing on getting my degree and on the court I want to focus on getting my game better and possibly getting ready for the next level after college.
If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
I would want to meet Ray Allen or Michael Jordan.
What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
My favorite sports moment as a fan was when Miami heat was playing the Spurs in the Finals and Ray Allen hit the three the to go to overtime and tie the series up 3-3.
