Built Different
James Monroe Kennedy plays hard, blocks shots, and never lets mistakes shake his confidence.
Name: James Monroe Kennedy
Age: 13
Age: 13
Teams: Ascension and CSA Warriors
Sport: Basketball
Sport: Basketball
Years Playing: 5
Position: Starting Power Forward
What sport do you play, and how long have you been playing?
I play basketball, and I’ve been playing for five years. I’m the starting power forward.
I play basketball, and I’ve been playing for five years. I’m the starting power forward.
Where do you usually practice or play?
I practice at school, the Comeaux Recreation Center, Ragin Hoops, at home, and at the neighborhood park.
I practice at school, the Comeaux Recreation Center, Ragin Hoops, at home, and at the neighborhood park.
Are you on a team?
Yes, I play for Ascension and the CSA Warriors.
Yes, I play for Ascension and the CSA Warriors.
Have you traveled anywhere for basketball?
I haven’t traveled outside of Acadiana yet, but this summer I’m going to Point Guard College at Millsaps.
I haven’t traveled outside of Acadiana yet, but this summer I’m going to Point Guard College at Millsaps.
What leagues, camps, or events have you participated in?
I’ve played in school leagues, CSA, Slam and Jam, Ragin Hoops three-on-three, Biddy, and Eric Mouton’s basketball camp.
I’ve played in school leagues, CSA, Slam and Jam, Ragin Hoops three-on-three, Biddy, and Eric Mouton’s basketball camp.
Have you earned any awards or championships?
I’ve won three school basketball championships, and I’m on track to get my fourth this year.
I’ve won three school basketball championships, and I’m on track to get my fourth this year.
What has basketball taught you?
Don’t lose confidence.
Don’t lose confidence.
What do you enjoy most about playing?
I like playing with my friends and blocking people.
I like playing with my friends and blocking people.
Do you have a favorite basketball moment?
Starting my first game in our first seventh-grade game.
Starting my first game in our first seventh-grade game.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to start playing basketball?
Never lose your confidence. You’re going to make mistakes in a game, but don’t let that mess you up.
Never lose your confidence. You’re going to make mistakes in a game, but don’t let that mess you up.
Anything else you’d like to share?
Work hard and trust God.
Work hard and trust God.