Jerel Hastings- Albany - AmericaEast.com

Jerel Hastings- Albany - AmericaEast.com

Hometown:     Dallas, TX
Class:    Senior    

High School:    South Oak Cliff
Major:    African Studies    

Favorite Musical Group/Artist:    Chamillionaire


Three Things I Can’t Live Without:        
1.  Phone    2. Food    3. My Mother


Q. Why I Chose University Albany:
A- I saw it as an opportunity to play right away, as well as see something new besides Texas.


Q. Favorite class and why:
A ? My favorite class is Classism, Sexism, and Racism. I like this class because we talk about different events that have occurred all over the world.


Q. One thing I have learned at UAlbany that I will carry with me for the rest of my life is:
A-. I have learned not to procrastinate, and get my work done early.


Q. My Dream Job, other than the NBA/WNBA, is:
A- I eventually want to be my own boss, and own my own business.


Q. The person, other than my parents, who has had the most influence on me is, and why:
A- I have always idolized my cousin. He always had a great balance of school and athletics which I try to achieve myself.


Q. The best thing about being an Albany Great Dane is:
A- What I love about being a Great Dane is how all the local kids look up to me. They are always asking for my autograph and even just handshake. It makes me feel good.


Q. Most memorable moment as an athlete:
A- My most memorable moment was winning the State Crown in high school.


Q. What I did this week as a student (classes, tests, projects, study hall):
A- I have done a lot of work on the internet since I am taking a couple classes that are online only.


Q. What I did this week as an athlete (practice, games):
A- We had about a week off between games, and we were preparing for the Big Purple Growl which we played this past Saturday. It is always fun playing this game since we always seem to get a packed house.


Q. Based upon my experiences growing up, my advice for young kids about school and athletics is:
A-. My advice is always school first, athletics second.


Q. Why I am looking forward to the America East Basketball Championship:
A- So we can win the whole thing.