Player Profile
CJ McCollum
Position: Shooting Guard
Class: Senior
Height: 6'3
School: Lehigh University
1. Since coming on the scene as a freshman,
you’ve played with super confidence on some of college basketball’s biggest
stages, a lot of people can’t handle that pressure what makes you different?
- I work hard everyday to prepare myself for the big stage so I don't worry about the pressure. I believe if your prepared, confident and believe in yourself, there's no reason why you can't succeed.
2. How has Ohio basketball shaped your game and who influences the way you play?
-Ohio basketball is strong all the way around from Canton to Columbus and beyond. We have a unique style of play where we can adjust to different systems and types of play. Growing up my brother influenced me a lot and does till this day. We are best friends, work out together and push each other to be great. I also study a lot of basketball on a daily basis.
3. I know after this season there was a lot of questions to if you were coming back to Lehigh for your senior season or entering the NBA draft what influenced your decision to stay?
-I felt like returning for my senior year could be beneficial for me on and off the court. I will have time to mature and complete my degree, which was my reason for coming to college. I feel like our team has unfinished business and will ultimately try to make history next year.
4. Who recruited you out of high school and what made Lehigh the best decision for you?
-I was recruited by a lot of low major and mid major programs. Bowling Green, Akron, Miami Ohio, Toldeo, Fairfield, Boise State, St. Bonaventure to name a few.
5. With all the attention that comes to you being the face of Lehigh athletics, how do you remain so humble and focused?
- I've come along way as a person and player and don't take anything for granted. I remember what it was like to struggle (in terms of lack of playing time and poor performance) so the success is great, but my mom always told me remember where you came from and how far you've come. I am very confident in my abilities and have worked extremely hard, but I know none of this would be possible without God and the help of many people along the way. I set goals for my self coming into to college and I will never become complacent or content
6. What inspires you when you step on the court?
- My grandfather passed away my sophomore year in High school so I play this game inspired by him because he wasn't able to see me past 5'7 inches. I just want to be the best and want to make my family proud.
7. Who are your biggest motivators and how have they played a part in your success?
- My brother, Errick McCollum II, mom, Kathy Andrews and dad Errick McCollum I are my biggest motivators outside of myself. They push me to be the best everyday and give me constructive criticism without a filter. I can always count on them to keep it real and my brother is always there to workout with me and be a great influence in my life.
8. How do you look to improve your game this off-season, what are the key things you’re focusing on?
- I will focus on refining every part of my game. Continue to get stronger and put in my work than I did last off season. I need to improve my weaknesses and continue to add onto my strengths.
9. Where are you from?
I am from Canton, Ohio.
10. What are your goals for the team in this upcoming year?
- We want to dominate the league and make a historic run. We look forward to the challenge of defending our championship.
11. What are your goals in general in your senior year?
- I want to leave my mark on this program and help our seniors win three championships in four years. Every time I step on the court I will treat it like it's my last.
- I work hard everyday to prepare myself for the big stage so I don't worry about the pressure. I believe if your prepared, confident and believe in yourself, there's no reason why you can't succeed.
2. How has Ohio basketball shaped your game and who influences the way you play?
-Ohio basketball is strong all the way around from Canton to Columbus and beyond. We have a unique style of play where we can adjust to different systems and types of play. Growing up my brother influenced me a lot and does till this day. We are best friends, work out together and push each other to be great. I also study a lot of basketball on a daily basis.
3. I know after this season there was a lot of questions to if you were coming back to Lehigh for your senior season or entering the NBA draft what influenced your decision to stay?
-I felt like returning for my senior year could be beneficial for me on and off the court. I will have time to mature and complete my degree, which was my reason for coming to college. I feel like our team has unfinished business and will ultimately try to make history next year.
4. Who recruited you out of high school and what made Lehigh the best decision for you?
-I was recruited by a lot of low major and mid major programs. Bowling Green, Akron, Miami Ohio, Toldeo, Fairfield, Boise State, St. Bonaventure to name a few.
5. With all the attention that comes to you being the face of Lehigh athletics, how do you remain so humble and focused?
- I've come along way as a person and player and don't take anything for granted. I remember what it was like to struggle (in terms of lack of playing time and poor performance) so the success is great, but my mom always told me remember where you came from and how far you've come. I am very confident in my abilities and have worked extremely hard, but I know none of this would be possible without God and the help of many people along the way. I set goals for my self coming into to college and I will never become complacent or content
6. What inspires you when you step on the court?
- My grandfather passed away my sophomore year in High school so I play this game inspired by him because he wasn't able to see me past 5'7 inches. I just want to be the best and want to make my family proud.
7. Who are your biggest motivators and how have they played a part in your success?
- My brother, Errick McCollum II, mom, Kathy Andrews and dad Errick McCollum I are my biggest motivators outside of myself. They push me to be the best everyday and give me constructive criticism without a filter. I can always count on them to keep it real and my brother is always there to workout with me and be a great influence in my life.
8. How do you look to improve your game this off-season, what are the key things you’re focusing on?
- I will focus on refining every part of my game. Continue to get stronger and put in my work than I did last off season. I need to improve my weaknesses and continue to add onto my strengths.
9. Where are you from?
I am from Canton, Ohio.
10. What are your goals for the team in this upcoming year?
- We want to dominate the league and make a historic run. We look forward to the challenge of defending our championship.
11. What are your goals in general in your senior year?
- I want to leave my mark on this program and help our seniors win three championships in four years. Every time I step on the court I will treat it like it's my last.
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