Before every game he feels the same anxious pull deep in his stomach. No matter the opponent, there is always a need to win. For the boys’ varsity basketball team, David Haring, sophomore, does his part to contribute to the team’s need. As the highest scoring sophomore on the team, he consistently works hard to earn his playing time.
Haring has been playing basketball since first grade, and he loves the sport unconditionally. It has not always been easy for him, though, and it took a lot of work and dedication to get better, Haring said.
“At first, my work ethic wasn’t very good, and I didn’t try as hard as I should have,” Haring said. “When I started to try harder and apply myself more, I saw that I was improving and it became easier. I started to get more playing time on varsity.”
The team as a whole has improved throughout the season, including Haring. According to Haring, the season started on a bad foot, but the team pulled through together.
“It was rough most of the time at the beginning of the season because we didn’t all get along and it seemed like we were always playing for ourselves instead of the team,” Haring said. “As the season progressed, we became more comfortable with each other and started to really play together. We ended up doing really well, and we didn’t lose a single game in February.”
Haring’s most memorable game was against Webster in districts, Feb. 26. In that game, he scored 13 points, the second best for the game, trailing Evan Booker, junior, who shot 16 points.
“I was just on,” Haring said. “I played well, and no one seemed to be able to stop me. I guess I just really wanted to beat Webster.”
According to Haring, he wants to play in college, but he is currently focusing on his high school career.
“I have been playing for ten years, and I have no intention of stopping anytime soon,” Haring said.
To see Haring’s updated stats click here.
For the team’s record and schedule click here.
