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Q+A With UAB MBB's Alejandro Vasquez
8/23/2023 4:12:00 PM | Men's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM – Alejandro Vasquez is a junior guard from Queens, N.Y. who transferred to UAB after one year at Salt Lake CC after beginning his career at St. Bonaventure. Vasquez was ranked as the No. 6 player in the JUCORecruiting.com Top 100. At St. Bonaventure, he helped the Bonnies capture an A-10 title and reach the NCAA Tournament during his freshman season.
What made you choose UAB?
"Playing for Coach Andy (Kennedy) was the main reason why I chose UAB, but also the atmosphere and the history of the program made me want to be a part of the Blazer Family!"
What has stood out to you since joining the UAB roster this summer?
"Our live summer session!"
Who is your favorite musical artist?
"I don't really have a favorite artist but if I had to pick it would be G Herbo!"
What is your go-to postgame meal?
"Pasta."
Who is the player that you model your game after the most?
"My favorite player right now is Kyrie Irving, but I would say that I model my game after Jamal Murray!"
How would you describe your game?
"I would describe my game as a three-level scorer. My play style is very effective because I can play at multiple positions which makes me very dominant!"
"All my teammates. I want everyone to get better this year and for everyone to accomplish and achieve their goals!"
What is it like playing for Andy Kennedy?
"Playing for Coach Andy is great! I've learned a lot this summer, I think having a coach that played the game is plus because he understands both standards. He makes it very clear for us to understand him. I enjoy playing for him and I'm ready to win championships for this program!"
Who do you think is the greatest basketball player of all time and why?
"Michael Jordan. I say this because he impacted everyone all around the world and the way he won those championships was just very different from other players to me. His story will never be forgotten!"
You were able to play for the Puerto Rican U18 National Team in 2018. What was that experience like?
"Playing for the national team was a blessing. I got experience a whole different level of basketball. I loved the island! I met a lot of pros and coaches that gave me the best information I can have as a player in the basketball world today. I am still influenced by them to this day. So, I thank them for giving me a chance to play for them."
2023-24 SEASON TICKETS
Season tickets for the 2023-24 UAB men's basketball season are available starting as low as $110. Season ticket packages will feature all home games during UAB's inaugural season in the American Athletic Conference and provide the most cost-effective way to attend games at Bartow Arena. Fans may renew season tickets, purchase new season tickets, or request more information on season ticket options here. For more information about season ticket pricing, call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2023 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes compete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, follow @UAB_MBB on Twitter and Instagram.
What made you choose UAB?
"Playing for Coach Andy (Kennedy) was the main reason why I chose UAB, but also the atmosphere and the history of the program made me want to be a part of the Blazer Family!"
What has stood out to you since joining the UAB roster this summer?
"Our live summer session!"
Who is your favorite musical artist?
"I don't really have a favorite artist but if I had to pick it would be G Herbo!"
What is your go-to postgame meal?
"Pasta."
Who is the player that you model your game after the most?
"My favorite player right now is Kyrie Irving, but I would say that I model my game after Jamal Murray!"
How would you describe your game?
"I would describe my game as a three-level scorer. My play style is very effective because I can play at multiple positions which makes me very dominant!"
Which one of your teammates are you expecting a big year from?😮💨 @1amalejandro #WinAsOne pic.twitter.com/H3mNzJPIUK
— UAB Men's Basketball (@UAB_MBB) August 8, 2023
"All my teammates. I want everyone to get better this year and for everyone to accomplish and achieve their goals!"
What is it like playing for Andy Kennedy?
"Playing for Coach Andy is great! I've learned a lot this summer, I think having a coach that played the game is plus because he understands both standards. He makes it very clear for us to understand him. I enjoy playing for him and I'm ready to win championships for this program!"
Who do you think is the greatest basketball player of all time and why?
"Michael Jordan. I say this because he impacted everyone all around the world and the way he won those championships was just very different from other players to me. His story will never be forgotten!"
You were able to play for the Puerto Rican U18 National Team in 2018. What was that experience like?
"Playing for the national team was a blessing. I got experience a whole different level of basketball. I loved the island! I met a lot of pros and coaches that gave me the best information I can have as a player in the basketball world today. I am still influenced by them to this day. So, I thank them for giving me a chance to play for them."
2023-24 SEASON TICKETS
Season tickets for the 2023-24 UAB men's basketball season are available starting as low as $110. Season ticket packages will feature all home games during UAB's inaugural season in the American Athletic Conference and provide the most cost-effective way to attend games at Bartow Arena. Fans may renew season tickets, purchase new season tickets, or request more information on season ticket options here. For more information about season ticket pricing, call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2023 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes compete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB men's basketball team, follow @UAB_MBB on Twitter and Instagram.
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