Top 250 Interview: Alaina Diaz
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI definitely impressed onlookers at the Prep Girls Hoops Michigan Top 250 Expo. She’s a combo guard in the class of 2022 from Hudsonville. Diaz was as fast vertically as…
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Continue ReadingAlaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI definitely impressed onlookers at the Prep Girls Hoops Michigan Top 250 Expo. She’s a combo guard in the class of 2022 from Hudsonville. Diaz was as fast vertically as advertised and really made a statement with her defense and her ability to play on or off the ball. We caught up with Diaz to talk about her highlight from the Top 250, her toughest competition at the event, and more.
QUESTION:
What was the highlight of the Top 250 for you?
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
Being able to actually compete and play the game I love.
QUESTION:
How do you think you benefitted from being at the event?
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
It made me be able to get more reps in and more exposure.
QUESTION
Why should players consider playing next year?
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
It will benefit them in the long run because you get exposure and more reps and it’s a great showcase for up and coming basketball players who want to play at the next level.]
QUESTION
Who was your toughest matchup at the event?
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
My toughest competition was probably myself. I am always doing things to make myself better and finding ways to always involve my teammates. I put a lot on my shoulders and expect a lot out of myself and have expectations. I over analyze myself at times which can be good and bad. Always strive to be better on and off the court.
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
What do you think that you showed college coaches at the Top 250?
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
I showed them that I can get up and down the floor fast and finish at all three levels of the game. I like to defend the best offensive player. Basketball IQ and defense wins games as well.
QUESTION
What’s next for you as far as basketball?
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
Right now I have been playing fall ball with my Hudsonville teammates. Half of them are in other sports, so I cannot wait to get back into the gym with all of them and start working. I wish we could start the season where we left off, we will just have to put in the work to get there again this season.
QUESTION
What are your goals for next high school season?
Alaina Diaz Alaina Diaz 5'7" | CG Hudsonville | 2022 State MI
We as a team have a lot of goals. I want to continue to be a strong leader and be a mentor to the younger generation. I want to lead this team to a State Title. Basketball for me is like an adrenaline rush. Always looking forward to the next competition.