North Carolina State University Athletics
Preseason Q&A With Marquetta Dickens
10/3/2005 12:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Sept. 29, 2005
RALEIGH, N.C. -
What is your most outstanding achievement outside of basketball?
Being a role model to my little cousins
What does the Wolfpack Family mean to you?
Everything my family at home means
Biggest Reason I Chose NC State?
Coach Yow
Who is the biggest inspiration in your life and why?
Coach Yow, because no matter what she goes through, she always stays positive and perseveres
What does it mean to you to be a part of such tradition of excellence at NC State?
It's an honor that I strive to keep alive
What (if any) pregame routines do you have?
Pray and sleep
Use three words to describe NC State Basketball
Never give up!
When people see you play what do you want them to know?
My passion for the game and unselfishness.
What did you do over the summer?
Worked out, worked and took classes.
How has playing basketball changed your life?
It has opened up doors that may not have been opened otherwise. Basketball has kept me focused and dedicated.
What advice do you have for little girls who want to be like you?
Be better than me! Be the best you can be and always remember to keep god first in your life. Phil 4:13.
What is it about playing in the ACC that is special to you?
I'm from North Carolina so that's all I heard about growing up. It's special to be a part of this great, competitive, talented conference
One word to describe your game and why?
Hustle! Because it doesn't take talent to hustle. So even if I am having a bad game, I will always hustle.
If you could take one thing from your hometown to Raleigh what would it be?
The home-cooked meals
Favorite basketball moment (for example: team cheer, swish of basket, crowd).
Coach Yow saying "Keep it up Q!"
Why do you favor that moment?
Because it means I'm making the person admire the most, happy.
What is one thing you miss about being a kid?
Being carefree
When did you first become interested in basketball?
When I was about five, I remember my step-father teaching me to do a lay-up late at night in the mud. Those were the days.
What other talents are you proud of?
I have the talent to make people happy.
