John Holland
Hometown: Bronx, NY
Class: Sophomore
High School: Fordham Pre/St. Benedicts Prep
Major: Undecided
Favorite Musical Group/Artist Jay-Z / Kayne West
Three Things I Can’t Live Without:
1. Basketball 2. Phone 3. Music
Q. Why I Chose Boston University:
A- I chose Boston University because of its strong academic reputation and the city atmosphere.
Q. Favorite class and why:
A- My favorite class was oral presentation because it helped me work on an area I have always been terrified of.
Q. One thing I have learned at Boston University that I will carry with me for the rest of my life is:
A- At Boston University I have learned there is more to life than basketball. My college experience is teaching me how to be a well rounded individual.
Q. My Dream Job, other than the NBA/WNBA, is:
A- My other dream job is to be a barber because I love to cut hair.
Q. The person, other than my parents, who has had the most influence on me is, and why:
A- My Uncle Milton because he always inspired and motivated me to do my best and believe in myself.
Q. The best thing about being a BU Terrier is:
A- The best thing about being a BU Terrier is the fan support specifically the dog pound and fellow student-athletes.
Q. Most memorable moment as an athlete:
A- When I was about 10 years old I hit the game winning shot on my Bronx recreation league team and that is my most memorable athletic moment.
Q. What I did this week as a student (classes, tests, projects, study hall):
A- Nothing except pick up my books because we are still on winter break.........Sweet!
Q. What I did this week as an athlete (practice, games):
A- We lost to Albany on the road, then blew out UNH at home and are now preparing for Vermont. In between games we have had some tough practices and studied film to prepare for our opponents.
Q. Based upon my experiences growing up, my advice for young kids about school and athletics is:
A- My advice is to practice hard and to study hard because it will pay off.
Q. Why I am looking forward to the America East Basketball Championship:
A- I am looking forward to the America East Championships because we’re going to win. I guarantee it!!!!!