The Wade File... Name: Mardracus Wade Age: 17, Class of 2010 Hometown: Memphis, TN High School: Mitchell High School AAU team: Memphis Magic How is your summer season with going?
This summer has been pretty good...we've been busy and have played in a lot of tournaments. Our team has a tight bond and we all like to hang out.
Any big upcoming tournaments you're excited about?
We're playing in the Adidas Tournament in Las Vegas then going to Chicago for the GBOA Challenge Champions in August.
What colleges have you been looking at/recruited by?
Memphis, Arkansas, Ole Miss, Georgia State and New Mexico
Are there any pro or college players you model your game after?
I would say Kobe Bryant, because he can't be stopped and we both wear the same number, #24. What's your favorite NBA team?
Lakers What are some of your goals for next year?
I am just trying to work on becoming a better player and hopefully help team win state. Favorite music artist?
Lil wayne, I'm trying to get tickets to go see him when he comes to Memphis. I listen to mostly Rap and R&B but I like a little bit of everything.
Favorite place to eat?
My favorite restaurant is Chow time. I like it because they have both Chinese and American food. What are your hobbies other than basketball?
If I'm not playing basketball I'm hanging out at the mall or going out with friends and going out to eat. Do you have any pre-game rituals?
I always take a nap then go to Subway and eat a grilled chicken sandwich.
Favorite basketball memory?
When I was in 7th grade our team was down by 2 with 10 seconds left and friend hit game winning shot to win state. If you could pick one basketball great to meet and play against who would it be?
Michael Jordan Are you a PS2/3, XBOX or Nintendo player?
I play PS2…my favorite games are Madden and Live ’08. I play a lot but it's my little nephew who usually wins…hes a game freak! He knows all the moves and cheat codes. Where is your favorite place to play basketball?
White Station High School, the team is really good and a lot of people come to see them play. It’s a big rivalry game for us. Where is the toughest place to play?
Booker T Washington...the gym is really dark and the stands are really close to the court so you can really hear their fans yelling. They are another rival. they play on the other side of town so we usually end up playing them for city or regional championship. Who is a player on another team who you like to watch?
Derrick Favors, he's really talented and plays for a good team. We have played them a few times including at the GBOA SOuth tournament. We always come close but we have never beat them. Hopefully we get another chance in Chicago (at the Challenge of Champions) Who is your celebrity crush?
Keysha Cole. If your life was made into a movie what would the title be?
"Keep Pushin' " Who would play you in a movie about your life?
Nick Cannon What are your Top 5 Favorite movies?
Glory Road, I Am Legend, Love and Basketball, Training Day and Friday Night Lights What is your dream job?
To play in the NBA. How long have you been playing basketball?
I have been playing for 10 years. What was something important you learned about basketball this season?
That we have to stay together as a team, have each others back, stay calm and play as best and hard as you can. Favorite website?
MySpace What do you watch on TV?
Anything on ESPN or NBA TV If you could have dinner with any three people from the past or present who would they be?
My dad, grand-dad and Kobe Bryant…we'd go to Benihana.
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