Meet the Athletes - Jan. 28, 2022

Alex Stoimenov and Jay Wilson, Collin College, Fall 2022
Photos by SARA CARPENTER

Get to know your Collin College student athletes in this regular feature. This week, we meet members of the men's basketball teams. 

Name: Jay Wilson
Hometown: Denton
Position: Forward
Plans/goals after graduation: Attend a four-year school
Previous school: iSchool of Lewisville
Other high schools/colleges/league teams played for: Denton Ryan
Favorite movie: Halloween
Who do you respect most in life and why? My mom, because she did a lot for me and my two sisters as a single parent.
What accomplishment are you most proud of? Being in college
Why did you choose Collin College? It was a great opportunity.

Name: Alex Stoimenov
Hometown: Sofia, Bulgaria
Position: Shooting guard
Plans/goals after graduation: Playing in the NBA
Previous school: Lee Academy Prep, Lee, Maine
Other high schools/colleges/league teams played for: Tri-City Christian, Newton, North Carolina
Favorite book: The Hobbit
Favorite movie: Léon: The Professional
Favorite quote: "'You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.' – Wayne Gretzki" – Michael Scott (The Office)
Who do you respect most in life and why? My parents, because of everything they have done for me.
What accomplishment are you most proud of? Playing every year for my national team; Being in school on a full scholarship.
Why did you choose Collin College? It was the best fit for me.