Interview: Diamond Williams (2021)

Scott Hankamp

August 15, 2018 @ 01:35 PM

Diamond Williams is a skilled young player in the class of 2021. She is a power forward from Flint Beecher and played grassroots basketball with the Lady Comrades Knights Elite. Williams is on the verge of a breakout season and is a prospect to keep an eye on. I caught up with her for a Question & Answer session. [video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/61BA0EB4-62BB-4E84-84D5-9D9D82A3991A.mp4"][/video] Question: What do you think has been key to your success in basketball? Diamond Williams: The key to my success in basketball would be practicing hard, constantly being in the gym, staying focused, and being determined. Question: In what ways do you feel you’ve improved this summer? Diamond Williams: I feel like I improved this summer by working with my step father and my AAU coach Keyon helping improve my overall skills. Question: Who is the toughest player you’ve matched up with? Diamond Williams: The toughest player I have been matched up with in the class of 2021.....I haven’t really faced anyone because I was playing up on varsity. However, one of the toughest players would of been Sasha Penn, class of 2018. Question: What was your favorite basketball moment this summer? Diamond Williams: One of my favorite basketball moments this summer was when we went to Canada. I was one of the top 3 scorers and we showcased teamwork and leadership by helping everyone that touched the floor score. That was one of my favorite moments because we became closer like a family. Question: What do you feel is a strength in your game? Diamond Williams: One of my greatest strengths in my game would be communicating, defense, and post moves. Question: What are you most excited about as far as next high school season? Diamond Williams: Becoming a leader on the team and getting more college opportunities. Question: How are you preparing for next season? Diamond Williams: Staying in the gym, working with coach Keyon on my game. Question: What are your goals for next high school season? Diamond Williams: Improving my stats and becoming a better student athlete. Question: What professional player is does your game most resemble? Diamond Williams: People say I play like Javal McGee, because I’m a defensive player. I don’t shoot as often. I like to score inside the paint and I’m good at the pick and roll.