Lakeside senior shooting guard Zakoria Wilson's intensity provides a formidable presence on the court for the Lady Rams.
"She is an all-hustler," Lady Rams head coach Jay Williams said. "She brings grit to the team every night."
Wilson recently met with The Sentinel-Record to provide a glimpse of what she is like off the court.
What do you like most about playing basketball?
The fun spirit about it, just the energy. It is a family.
What is your most memorable moment playing basketball?
Beating our rivals.
Why did you start playing basketball competitively?
My mom recommended it.
What is your main strength on the court?
Defense, for sure.
Who is your all-time favorite athlete (in any sport)?
I will say my coach. (I) do not really watch sports like that. I know he has got some moves.
What do you like to do for fun?
Read
Are you more afraid of the doctor or the dentist?
Dentist
Are you a morning person or a night owl?
Night owl
Are you an introvert or an extrovert?
Introvert
If you could visit any place in the world, where would you go?
Italy
Is a hotdog a sandwich?
I would consider it one.
What is your most unpopular food opinion?
Pineapple on pizza. I know a lot of people around here, they like that. I do not like that.
What one person is your biggest inspiration?
My mom
What is one item you cannot live without (other than your cellphone)?
A book
What is the last television series that you binge-watched, or are currently watching?
"Dexter"
What is your all-time favorite movie?
"The Princess and the Frog"
Who is your doppelgänger?
Ava Allison, for sure.
What is your go-to emoji?
The laughing emoji.
What is your favorite color?
Green
What is the funniest thing you have seen or heard recently?
I saw something funny on TikTok last night. I had a good laugh, showed it to everybody on the bus.
How would you spend a million dollars?
I would buy my mom a new house and then get me a car.
Name something about you that most people would be surprised to learn.
That I actually talk a lot.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Smacking
What is your favorite class in school?
Math
What are your plans after graduation and what type of career do you plan to pursue?
I want to go to school for radiology. I am looking at Texas Southern University.