Lookout speaks to Mitchel Skym

The Lookout Sports Editor Julie Newell recently spoke with men's basketball player Mitchel Skym. The Lansing Community College freshman is working on a general associate degree.

When did you start playing basketball?

"I started playing basketball around, probably, fourth grade in Owosso."

Why did you start playing basketball?

"I started playing because my dad used to play all the time."

Who inspires you?

"Probably Steph Curry, because he can shoot really well."

What struggles do you face as a college athlete?

"A struggle I face is balancing school and sports."

Has basketball had a positive or negative effect on your life and why?

"It's had a positive effect on me because it always shows me how to get on time in practice and stuff and you get punished if you don't."

What is your biggest mental challenge in a game and how do you overcome it?

"My biggest mental challenge in a game is trying to stay in front of people, like on defense and I overcome it by ... I try to stay positive."

Have you had any embarrassing moments in your career?

"One time in eighth grade I got broke really hard and I literally fell on the floor after this guy did a crossover, but I had to get back up and overcome it."

What are your future basketball and school plans?

"My future school plans are staying here for another year and playing next year as well."