What can you tell our readers about last week's game vs Somerset ?
The game was pretty good and the guys gave it their all to the very last second.
What are your responsibilities as the Head Manager? How long have you been with the program.
As the head manager I have to keep everything on track to make sure our coaches schedule stays on task. Also to make sure each one of our players have everything and that their okay. I’ve been in the program for 3 years already .
What are your parents names? Siblings?
My parents are Eduardo Ortiz and Margarita Ortiz. My siblings are Nathan Ortiz and Adriana Ortiz
Who do you look up to? Who are your heroes?
I look up to my parents cause I see them work hard and do anything to see us happy. My hero is my dad cause he’s such a hard working fathers and he makes sure to always be there to support me and to make sure I have everything that I need in life.
Who's your favorite college team?
My favorite college team is Texas A&M and UTSA
Favorite NBA team?
My favorite NBA team is the Spurs
What are your first memories of playing basketball or as a manager?
My first memories as a manager is when I was manager for JV. While I was with them I learned so much from them and now I consider these guys as my family.
"Who's your favorite athlete and why?" The sport does not matter.
My favorite athlete is Tim Duncan because in my opinion he was such an amazing player and brought 5 championships to the San Antonio Spurs.
Offense or defense, it's up to you, give me your favorite play during a game? What is it called?
My favorite Play that they do is G
What are your favorite game day responsibilities?
My favorite game day responsibilities are that I make sure everyone and everything is ready.
Any hobbies?
My hobbies are spending time with my best friends
Favorite food?
Chicken Alfredo and chicken nuggets
What makes a
good teammate?
A good teammate shows positive and energetic attitude and works with everyone to make the play work. Also is always prepared for anything and is ready to lead any role that they to make.
Talk to me about
your Coach.
Our coach is very hard working he works with the team a lot. He’s always working on new plays for the guy’s and also make sure that everyone is okay.
What's on your playlist?
No role Modelz -J. Cole
What advice would you give a kid playing basketball for the first time?
My advice for a new kid will be that it will take sometime to adjust to something new and also to work hard.
What advice would you give to a new manager coming out to the program?
To a new manager I’ll tell them that these guys are such great guys and the nonstop laughs with them are memorable. Being in the program is such a great feeling and your appreciated for everything that you do.