Sitting Down with 2010 Syracuse Commit Dion Waiters

Posted on 06. Jul, 2009 by Nolan Shulman in High School, Interviews

The second high school workout just ended here at the LeBron James Skills Academy and it’s hard not to notice Life Center Academy shooting guard Dion Waiters. With a chiseled body and attacking style, he truly stands out amongst the other guards in the gym. Ranked as the #5 shooting guard in the class of 2010, Dion will be taking his game to Syracuse next fall. I got the chance to sit down with Dion and discuss his experience at LeBron’s camp, as well as his future with the Orange.

Q: So you transferred from South Kent to Life Center Academy. What has that transition been like?

A: It’s been real good. As far as books wise and on and off the court, everything has been real good.

Q: You committed to Syracuse in just your sophomore year. Are you looking forward to getting up there and playing in the Dome?

A: I can’t wait. The Dome has 25,000 fans every night and I can’t wait to show them what I can do.

Q: Your here with fellow Syracuse commit, C.J.Fair. Have you guys talked about what it’s going to be like playing together?

A: It’s going to be crazy. He’s a great player and a good guy. It’s just going to be crazy.

Q: You had a high ankle sprain and missed your entire junior season. How are you feeling health wise?

A: Well the left one is much better, but than I sprained the right one. They’re getting together though and healing good. I’m feeling pretty good.

Q: You got a body built like a brick wall. How do you think that’s going to help you in the Big East?

A: Well, I mean it’s the Big East! It’s real physical so I think it’s going to help me a lot. I work real hard and work out everyday. It’s physical in the Big East but I think I’ll be ready.

Q: Andy Rautins is graduating next season and the starting job should be up for grabs. Are you going in with the intention of starting?

A: Ya. I’m going in with the hope of starting. I’m working hard and hope that I will be the starter.

Q: I gotta ask, did you get a chance to watch the 6OT game during the Big East Tournament?

A: I was going crazy. I couldn’t believe it. I was just going crazy (laughing).

Q: Here we are at the LeBron James Skills Academy. What has the experience of working out with the King been like?

A: Well, I was here last year but anytime you get a chance to be around a player like that (shaking his head in aw) it can only be good. He’s so big, so good, so it’s been real good.

Q: Thanks for your time Dion. Keep those ankles healthy and have a terrific senior year.

Nolan Shulman
nolan@flagrantfouls.com

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