The hair up there might give hoopster an edge

A: Probably Paul Millsap. I wear No. 24 because he wears No. 24. He’s an undersize post player, and I’m kind of in that same situation too. I look up to the way he plays and how he plays really hard.

Q: Who inspires you the most?
A: It’d either be my mom or my coach. My mom has given me a show of love and such a great support system. I can do pretty much anything, and she’ll always be there for me. Coach (Jon) Froelich definitely pushes me to be the best person I can be on and off the court.
Q: Do you have any pre-game rituals?
A: It’s not really a superstition, but I always wear a little ponytail, and I’ve worn it every single high school game I’ve ever played in. Now my bangs have grown out more, and I don’t really need it, but I’m going to wear it anyway.

About Bailey Wood
School: Fort Bend Christian Academy
Sports: Basketball and cross country
Grade: 12
Notable: Only player in school history with more than 1,000 points and rebounds