When it comes to the art of flying high for a dunk, Daniel Camps has got that down pat. Camps is in the class of 2013 and has committed to play for NKU and coach Bezold. Daniel played for Jack Britt Fayetteville North Carolina. Camps joins Dean Danos, Cole Murray and Deontae Cole in the incoming recruiting class. Daniel Camps let us interview him.
Tyler Cox (Norse Sports): How did you get your start with basketball?
Daniel Camps: I got my start in basketball from watching my sister play. Every game of hers I went to I always found a way to get a ball in my hand. When it comes to basketball she's the one I look up to because I grew up watching her. She was a 2x state champion for basketball in high school.
TC: Who is your biggest influence or inspiration?
DC: My biggest influence and inspiration without a doubt is my family. They've been my support system since day 1 and have never left my side.
TC: What is your biggest accomplishment so far as a basketball player?
DC: My biggest accomplishment as a basketball player so far has to be committing to coming to Northern Kentucky. I've won a couple of MVPs and MOPs, but I've never won a championship. Personally nothing adds up to committing to go play Division 1 basketball.
TC: Before a game, what gets you loose, or your mind right for a game?
DC: Before the game I always listen to music. The genre usually depends on my mood during the day. It might be country, rap, RnB, pop, even classical. Another thing I do as well to get loose is dance, even tho I can't dance and have no rhythm. I just dumb dance.
TC: I like to ask everyone that I interview this but, what player would you like to play one on one, dead or alive, and sit down and talk with them and why?
DC: One person I would really love to play one on one with and sit down and talk to would have to be my little brother Chino. He died in a car accident almost 2 years ago this coming June. We were teammates and had plans to lead Jack Britt. He had a crazy work ethic and I would give anything to sit, talk and play one on one with him again.
TC: What is the best advice you have been given?
DC: My mother always tells me "never act cocky, there's always somebody out there better than you"
TC: What was the recruiting process like for you, and likes? Dislikes?
DC: The recruiting process is very stressful. One thing I dislike about it is the word 'interest' which is thrown out there easily and can be taken many different ways. I did a Post Grad year at prep school because during my high school year I had some Division 2 offers and a lot of Division 1 interest, but nothing was coming in. So going to prep school got my name out there. One thing I like about the recruiting process is the official visits. It's always a fun time meeting new people and and meeting the team for the first time.
TC: You had offers from Brown, Mercer, Miami(OH), NKU and Tennessee-Martin, were those the only schools on your list?
DC: Fairleigh Dickinson, Oakland, and Western Michigan were in consideration on my list.
TC: Out of those schools why NKU?
DC: Consistency. Ever since they saw me play I was constantly contacted by them. Also I chose NKU because it's a perfect fit for me with my style of play. The coaching staff are great people and I know they're going to push me to be the best.
TC: As you know NKU is on "probation" for post season play for another 3 years. In your senior season NKU will be eligible to go to the NCAA tournament. How much does that excite you to know you could be playing in the NCAA tournament?
DC: Very excited, it makes me want to work even harder and push my teammates even harder so the first year we are eligible to go, we make it.
TC: You aren't the only recruit that NKU has coming in next year. Have you talked with the other recruits such as Dean Danos, Cole Murray, Deontae Cole?
DC: I've talked to Dean and tweeted with Cole. I've heard many great things about them and I can't wait to get up there and finally play with them.
TC: What is something you want to work on before you come to campus?
DC: Becoming a better ball handler and consistent 3 point shooter.
TC: To piggy back on that question what are some of your strengths? Weaknesses?
DC: Some of my strengths have to be attacking the basket and rebounding, but mainly finishing above the rim. My weakness would have to be constantly making the 3 point shot.
TC: What will be your role on the team next year?
DC: I feel as if my role next year will be attacking and rebounding. I'm the kind a player that goes after it. Fill in the spots where you need it on the floor.
TC: Is there anything you'd like to tell Norse Nation?
DC: Thank you for this opportunity in becoming apart of the Norse family. I can't wait to set foot on campus and help lead NKU to winning games and championships. Be prepared.
Go Norse
