Lookout speaks to Celia Ridsdale

How long have you played basketball?

"I have been playing since third grade"

Who inspired you to play basketball?

"My stepdad. My mom met him when I was 4 and then he just got me into playing basketball."

Who inspires you as a basketball player?

"My dad and former teammates I played with. (They inspire me) just to be better, work harder and get better."

What struggles do you face as a college athlete?

"Definitely how small I am. I work, too, so it's kind of hard to juggle everything, but it's also obviously going to benefit me in the long run."

What kind of person has basketball made you?

"More motivated, definitely determined and I have my eye on the end of the tunnel all the time"

What's the best part of basketball?

"The people you meet, for sure."

What's your favorite moment in your basketball career?

"Bonding with my teammates. And the bus rides home are always hilarious."

What are your plans after LCC?

"Right now it's between (attending) Michigan State University and Grand Valley State University."