University of Minnesota Athletics
Meet Gopher Freshman Maverick Ahanmisi
8/16/2010 12:00:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Gophersports: How has the adjustment to Minnesota gone?
Maverick Ahanmisi: "The adjustment hasn't been too difficult actually. The weather has been great. The environment is wonderful and of course the basketball is terrific."
Gopherspots: The Canadian trip is coming up. Are you excited to be able to play with your teammates?
Maverick Ahanmisi: "Absolutely, we played against each other in summer league games and also during open gym but it will be fun to play with all of my teammates and while playing against other teams. Really looking forward to it."
Gophersports: How are you liking campus life so far?
Maverick Ahanmisi: I love the campus. My classes this summer haven't been too far from my dorm so I have had a fairly easy time getting around."
Gophersports: You mentioned playing summer league. How was your first summer involved in the Howard Pulley league?
Maverick Ahanmisi: "It was a great experience. The league is filled with all types of players so it really allows you to get a glimpse of that higher level of play, which is what we will be experiencing in the Big Ten."
Gophersports: Is there anyone you pattern your style of play after?
Maverick Ahanmisi: "Not necessarily. I like to force the tempo."
Gophersports: How do you psych yourself up before a game?
Maverick Ahanmisi: "I listen to my ipod. Music gets me focused."
