Photo by Naomi Jackson
Braden Tinney
Braden is a 17-year-old who attends Faith Christian Academy of Plant City, where he plays guard on the basketball team.
How long have you been playing basketball?
Since 8th grade
What’s your favorite thing about playing basketball?
It calms me down from everything.
What’s your favorite thing about playing for Faith Christian Academy?
Being able to build a family and play for God
What’s your favorite memory playing basketball?
My favorite memory is scoring 41 against HBS because it’s the most I have ever scored.
What’s an area of basketball that you want to improve on?
Confidence and mindset to be a better captain.
When you’re not playing basketball, what are you doing in your free time?
Hanging out with family or working out.
How would you describe your game in 5 words or less?
Aggressive, Physical
Do you have a favorite NBA player? If so, who and why?
Stephen Curry because he has proven that you can go from being a small named player in a small school to the greatest shooter of all time.
