By Hayden Swope
Remington’s Emily O’Brien is ready to hit the court for her final high school basketball season. Between summer tournaments, team camps, and hours in the gym, she’s been putting in the work to make this year her best yet.
“I had a busy spring and summer playing with my summer team, Next Level,” O’Brien said. “My school team also spent a lot of time together getting ready for the season by playing in jamborees and team camps. This fall I have been in the gym working on my back-to-basket post moves and my three point shot.”
With her senior year underway, O’Brien has her eyes set on a big goal that she’s hoped for the past three seasons.
“My main goal is helping my team get to state,” O’Brien said. “We have finished sub-state runner-up to the eventual state champ for all of my three years of high school, and I want to change that.”
A strong bond with the team is keeping O’Brien motivated and excited as the season begins.
“I am most excited to play with my teammates who all have the same goals,” O’Brien said. “Seeing as it is my last season playing in high school, I want to make the most out of this year and finish with a state championship with my girls.”
There are also a few matchups that O’Brien is especially looking forward to this season.
“The Hillsboro Tournament is always a good time,” O’Brien said. “There are so many talented teams there, and it’s always fun to play. Another fun game is against Berean since they are a school rival.”
