devonte barker '16 Recruiting Profile

My dream is to fulfill my dream of becoming a professional basketball player. Every since I was small enough to walk and talk, I always had some sort of ball in my hand playing with it whether it was a baseball, football or basketball.I remember always telling my mom that I was going to the pros one day.Not sure at the time which sport would have captured my heart the most. Sports especially basketball, have always been my passion and have also contributed significantly to my development as a person and a student. .My goal is making the right decision and taking the correct steps towards this process. Making the decison is the easy part. Managing my decision and following through is the challeging part.I will devote myself to work hard, and accomplish my dreams.. Im at the age now where I feel I truly have the heart and love for basketball.I guess my love for sports came from my parents, who both played, my mother coached and still do. I have played under her as well.They also pushed me to be the best, both on and off the court, further developing the work ethic and motivation needed to succeed.I want to provide for my family and give back to the ones who gave me. I will put forth my best efforts in everything that I encounter to succeed and become a positive and successful basketball player.