
Get to know your Collin College student athletes in this regular feature. This week, we meet members of the men's and women's basketball teams.
Name: Lucciano Basile
Hometown: Chicago, Illinios
Position: Forward/Center
Plans after graduation: Play professional basketball and travel the world
Previous school: Olive-Harvey College
Other teams played for: Lane Tech High School
What's your favorite go-to food spot? La Costa – Mar y Tierra (skirt steak and shrimp)
What is the best gift you have ever received? Kobe 6 Protro Reverse Grinch sneakers
What advice would you give someone who is trying to play sports at the college level? Get better every day. Slow motion is better than no motion.
What do you consider is the key to success? Consistency and dedication
Why did you choose Collin College? I chose Collin because the basketball team is good and I've learned Coach (Jim) Sigona is one of the best coaches out there.
Name: Kennadi Holmes
Hometown: Crandall
Position: Guard
Plans after graduation: Real estate
Previous school: Tenaha High School
Other teams played for: Crandall High School
What's your favorite go-to food spot? A BBQ place for a baked potato
What is the best gift you have ever received? A car
What advice would you give someone who is trying to play sports at the college level? Stay responsible and accountable.
What do you consider is the key to success? Responsibility and effort
Why did you choose Collin College? It seemed like a good environment, and it keeps me around people that make me a better person.