Q&A with SAC STATE's Wbb very own Madeline Dopplick (@mcdopp) #StingersUp !

1. What's the biggest transition from high school, and college hoops that you had to make? 
A) The biggest transition is that it's a dog eat dog environment. Everyone goes at it on the court. It sounds a little scary, but it makes our team better.

 2. How would you describe the new basketball environment at Sac State? 
 A) The basketball environment here is INTENSE. It's a go go go style of play. But it makes us one of the most exciting teams to watch in the NCAA.

3. What is it that you plan to contribute to your team this year? 
A) I plan contribute effort. Just plain, old school, hard effort. You gotta remember you're playing for something bigger than yourself, So you gotta give it your all. 

4. What's your pre-game, and post-game meals? 
A) . I don't really have a certain meal I eat before or after, but in high school I used to eat in n out before every game which sounds a little weird, but it worked. After games I just make sure I get some protein in me for recovery. 

 5. What is your pre-game ritual before starting every game?
A) For pre-game rituals I listen to super duper Kyle. He always puts me in a good mood. And I make sure I thank God for giving me the opportunity to even play the game of basketball. And I always gotta make sure I have a smile on my face before games it helps me relax. If I'm too serious before, I won't play like me.  

6. Is it important to you to emphasize the imperative of a Student Athlete, meaning student should 
always come 1st? 
A) Yes, yes, and YES! Academics should always be your first priority no matter what. Especially for student athletes on scholly's, take advantage of the free education you're getting. Basketball or whatever sport you're playing will eventually end, so having a solid education is your best bet!

7. What team are you looking forward to playing against this season as a freshmen? 
A) This is a tough one because we play against so many good teams, but I'll go with UCLA

8. How do you balance college, and D1 basketball, and still find time for family and friends? 
A) Time management is HUGE. You just have to make sure your priorities are in check. Sometimes you won't have time to hangout with friends, or go out. You got to display great discipline at this level. You don't get a lot of free time like normal students, so you have to find a few minutes here, and there throughout your day to keep in touch with your closest family members, or friends. For example, I'll call my parents as I'm walking back to my dorm, or going to study table, or on my way to class. It's easy to get caught up in what you're doing, and not keep in touch with the important people, but if you find a little time like that it helps    

9. Do you stay connected with all the kids you helped mentor back in high school? 
A) Yes I do! They helped me just as much as I helped them.

10. What do you do to always remain humble, and hungry both off, and on the court?
A) . Simple. I thank God. He keeps me humble, and on my feet. As for the hungry part, I just remember that I'm doing this for God himself. And also I know what I'm trying to accomplish with this game, so that keeps me going as well

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