Growing up, I always towered over my peers due to my impressive height of 1.98m. Naturally, I gravitated towards basketball, and I quickly developed a deep passion for the sport.
One might think that these two elements placed me in a prime position to succeed in basketball. All I needed was a bit of training and polish, and perhaps I could make it on the big stages.
It was disheartening to witness my peers effortlessly manoeuvring the ball while I grappled with the most basic dribbling techniques. Nevertheless, my excitement and joy quickly fizzled out as soon as the first training session ended. I realised just how much work I had to put in to even be on par with my teammates.
My coach is someone who was unwaveringly committed to the team, reminding me that while coaches may have numerous opportunities to guide and instruct, learners have this one chance to learn and grow. Basketball became second nature to me, but even then I would still constantly turn to my coach for advice and feedback.Soon after graduation, I was scouted and later joined the national team — a moment I had been eagerly waiting for all these years.
Their time as athletes is fleeting. It is crucial for me to provide them with the best possible guidance and support during their formative years. I started the Triple Threat Basketball Academy with my secondary school teammates in 2022, aiming to help young players, regardless of their skill levels or backgrounds, reach their full potential.
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