Meet...Albany's Al Turley - AmericaEast.com
Q: Three Things I Can’t Live Without...
A: 1.Food 2. Electronics 3. Books
Q: Why I Chose Albany...
A: I chose to come to Albany because I had a great experience the first time I met the players. They all seemed really cool and it really felt like the right fit for me.
Q: Favorite class and why...
A: My favorite class at Albany has been African American History. It has been very interesting to learn about this culture’s past. Knowing what has happened in the past, can help you appreciate the future.
Q: One thing I have learned at Albany that I will carry with me for the rest of my life is...
A: Coach tells us we shouldn’t be on time. We should be early. So the one thing I have learned at UAlbany has been punctuality.
Q: My Dream Job, other than the NBA/WNBA, is...
A: My dream job is to be lawyer. I’ve learned that working hard can get you where ever you want to go.
Q: The person, other than my parents, who has had the most influence on me is, and why...
A: My Aunt has been the most influential person to me because she was one of the people who really helped raise me. It is because of her that I am the person I am today!
Q: The best thing about being a Albany Great Dane is...
A: The best thing about being a Great Dane is how many nice people there are around. Everyone who is part of this family is very supportive.
Q: Most memorable moment as an athlete...
A: My most memorable moment as an athlete happened at my first game! I got a technical foul.
Q: What I did this week as a student (classes, tests, projects, study hall)...
A: This week we were in the winter intersession so I spent a lot of time reading.
Q: What I did this week as an athlete (practice, games)...
A: I’ve always tried to play my best in every game. This week we played in our first conference game and I did not have my best game. I just didn’t play well. But it is a learning process and I know I can play better and plan to.
Q: Based upon my experiences growing up, my advice for young kids about school and athletics is...
A: My advise to young kids is simple, and it applies to both school and athletics. It is to do your best in everything you do.
Q: Why I am looking forward to the America East Basketball Championship...
A: I am looking forward to the America East Basketball Championship because, from what I hear, it is really great feeling to win it, and I want to feel what my new teammates have felt the last two years.