"Playing basketball for four years at Principia will always be the most rewarding experience of my life. It has shaped me into the man I am today. I was able to take the three Ds of basketball — determination, dedication, and desire — with me into the 'real world.' Had it not been for the coach, who instilled in me the quality of what a true leader is, I do not know where I would be today. Being a part of Principia basketball is the true character education that is so talked about at Prin."
John Wayne Morris, C'98, production assistant, Fox Sports, Los Angeles

"I played on Principia's football, basketball, and baseball teams, and in doing so I learned how to be a team player. However, it wasn't until I played basketball at Prin that I learned how to be confident and humble with myself. I know it is these characteristics which enabled me to be hired by ESPN. The coach's ability to make me recognize my potential allowed me to go after and attain the job I had always dreamed of at ESPN. If I had not played basketball at Principia, I know I would not be where I am today."
Cam Schuh, C'98, programming screener for ESPN, Bristol, Connecticut

"Through three years of varsity basketball at Principia, I experienced some of the greatest lessons and victories of my life. Nowhere else have I had the opportunity to be part of a group more dedicated to spiritual growth or a team more willing to give everything to the game. Basketball has been one of the most important elements of my life at Principia and has afforded me what I know will be lifelong friendships. I cannot begin to describe how much I love the game of basketball as we played it at Principia."
Scott Small, C'97, history teacher and coach at Mary Institute/Country Day School in St. Louis

"The lessons I learned, on court and off, taught me what it takes to compete and succeed. The drive to improve on a daily basis was stressed each and every day. That philosophy will stay with me."
Matt Newton, C'94, senior captain, second nationally, NCAA Division III, in steals

"Principia College basketball enabled me to reach new horizons in my life athletically and spiritually. It gave me the drive, enthusiasm, dedication, and discipline necessary to not only function in the business world, but to succeed. Basketball isn't just a game; it's a training ground for life."
David Randolph, C'87, owner/operator, Ozzie Smith's Sports Academy, St. Louis, Missouri

"Basketball at Principia College was four years of competing at something I loved. It taught me to deal with success and failure and how to get along with other people. It's amazing how many skills have been transferable to life after college. Playing basketball at Principia is something I highly recommend — if you love the game and don't mind working hard."
Dan Sellers, C'86, owner, Clubhouse Promotions, Louisville, Kentucky

"Playing basketball at Principia was a valuable experience for me. Is there a better way to learn grace under pressure, to learn to handle physical and emotional challenges in a structure that provides support and guidance, to learn the value of mental preparation and commitment? Basketball helped me to learn those things, and they have stayed with me."
Derek Dibble, C'74, owner/CEO Metal Form Industries, Farmington, Connecticut

"My four years of competing in basketball at Principia College were truly a rewarding experience. Being challenged physically, mentally, and spiritually to be my best was a great lesson. It helped me to understand who I am and what is the source of my true strength and ability."
Ty Anderson, C'58, former Principia College basketball coach and retired bank president, Dallas, Texas