The 7th annual Desert valley all star game is for senior high school basketball players throughout the Inland Empire and desert areas. These basketball players play in the event called "The All Star Game" which they get recognized by colleges for their athletic performances. On March 29 the game was held at Vista Murrieta High school and two of La Sierra high school's seniors were chosen to represent our school. Senior, Tavia Jones averaged 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks a game during season and is an incredible basketball player. As she was chosen to play in the All Star game she brought the same amount of energy just played more aggressive. The outcome of her performance throughout the All Star game was an impressive 8 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists. Andy Shade averages about 15 points, 2 steals, 2 rebounds, and 4 assists a game through season. He was chosen to play in the All star game as well and his performance was an impressive 14 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists. These two talented basketball players did an amazing job this season and have the athletic ability to play college basketball in the future.
My senior year basketball season was a blur to me. I remember when season first started I was unsure on what to do. I came in being team captain for two years and thinking that I had to play basketball for myself. Basketball practices started off as me ball hogging the ball and making as many points as I could. I knew I could make all my shots so I never considered passing the ball to my team mates. After evaluating the way I have been playing I realized I had to sacrifice me being "Kobe Bryant" and give the team more opportunities and to trust them throughout the game. I gained a better understanding of a captain and how to be a better player by having conversations with my Coach about the team. Half way through the season I made a decision to not only play for me but to play for my team as well. I made a promise to myself that I would be there for my team no matter what, even if it meant to give up the winning shot, sit the bench, pass instead of shooting, as long as we received a win. The varsity basketball team this year wasn't just a team to me but a family. I gained so much respect for each of them and loved this season so much despite the differences we all had. Coach Lynch was honestly the best coach I could ever have. Even if he was mean to me at times I realized he only wanted me to grow better as an individual. He taught me how to pick myself up when bad things happen in life, he is like my second father. I gained so much respect for him throughout the season and even though I know I am his favorite he will always be my favorite coach. Life of basketball player is horrible but I love it so much. I realized that having a role of a team captain is a big responsibility and to embrace your talent that was given to you should be shown. 
