Q & A with
Tarkeisha Wysinger5-7, Freshman, Guard
Many, La. (Many HS)
Tarkeisha Wysinger signed with Louisiana Tech after leading Many High School to a mark of 153-9 during her prep career, including a trip to the state semifinals as a senior. During her high school career, the 2007 Miss Basketball in the state of Louisiana scored over 3,000 career points.
Q: What is one thing about yourself that most people don?t know.
A: I was born left-handed.
Q: Why did you decide to sign with Louisiana Tech?
A: I loved the family atmosphere.
Q: In your opinion, what does it mean to be a Lady Techster?
A: One word ? dedication.
Q: What has been the hardest transition to college so far?
A: Getting up for 5:30 a.m. workouts.
Q: As a player, what is your no. 1 goal for yourself this year?
A: Playing to the best of my abilities and giving 110 percent.
Q: If you could have dinner with any three people in history, who would they be and why?
A: Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., Tupac Shakur
Q: In pickup games this summer, which one of your teammates do you think is the toughest to guard?
A:
Adrienne Johnson.
Q: What was your most memorable moment playing high school basketball?
A: Winning the MVP trophy in the 2007 Class 2A state championship game despite losing.
Q: How would you describe yourself?
A: I?m outgoing, caring and determined.
Q: What is your best subject in school?
A: American history
Q: What jersey number will you wear this year and why?
A: 14. It worked for me in high school.
Q: What is the strongest aspect of your game?
A: Pushing the basketball.
Q: What would your dream job be and why?
A: A professional chef because I enjoy cooking.
Q: If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things would you want to take with you?
A: water, bed and matches
Q: What sporting event would you like to see in person before you die?
A: The Olympics
My Favorites
Movie: ?Save the Last Dance?
Book: ?Don?t Make a Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings? by Tyler Perry
Song: ?Irreplaceable? by Beyonce
Television Show: Little People, Big World
Professional Athlete: Mike Tyson
Professional Team: Phoenix Suns
Holiday: Christmas
Vacation spot: Ft. Walton Beach, Florida
Subject in School: math
Food: Mexican chicken
