Get to know your Collin College student athletes in this regular feature. This week, we meet members of the men's and women's basketball teams.
Name: Mufaro Mapengo
Hometown: Rotorua, New Zealand
Position: Guard
Plans after graduation: Become a civil engineer
Previous school: Rotorua Girls High School
Other team(s): Waikato Tupu League, Rotorua age and group representative
What's your favorite go-to food spot? This Korean BBQ spot back home in Rotorua. I always go with some of my friends or family.
What is the best gift you have ever received? A pair of earrings my mom bought me for my 18th birthday
What advice would you give someone who is trying to play sports at the college level? Consistency is key. You've always got to be putting that work in.
What do you consider is the key to success? Hard work and resilience
Why did you choose Collin College? I wanted to join a school that cares for its players and provides good schooling and even better basketball.
Name: Tim Mikhailov
Hometown: Mogilev, Belarus
Position: Forward
Plans after graduation: Transfer to a four-year school and continue playing basketball
Previous school: North Central Texas Academy
What's your favorite go-to food spot? Hawaiian Bros for the classic mixed plate
What is the best gift you have ever received? An iPhone
What advice would you give someone who is trying to play sports at the college level? Prepare for all of the obstacles you will face in the future and learn to thrive under pressure.
What do you consider is the key to success? An ability to acknowledge the fact that you are not perfect will enable you to give your best every day to become successful.
Why did you choose Collin College? I chose Collin College because Coach (Jim) Sigona believed in my ability to play at the collegiate level while becoming a better person in life.