HOOPS JOURNAL: IN THE LANE WITH: Xavier Nieves – Passaic County Tech

In a series of player profiles, Hoop Journal sat down with Senior Xavier Nieves who plays the off guard and swingman position, but usually has the ball in his hands when the Bulldogs need a big play! Nieves is a strong penetrator who can score or create for others! Also can knock down the midrange jumper! He is getting strong looks from D1 schools!

 

 

FUN FACTS:          Hgt: 6’2           Wgt:  190

 

 

Nickname :      Yelo

 

 

Age: 17                                 D.O.B.  January 27, 1993

 

 

Parents:   Alonya Robinson  and   Ismael Nieves

 

 

Siblings:   Javohn Nieves,  Railen Henderson, Shareef Henderson

 

 

Who Inspires You(Non Basketball): Johnathan Lopez

 

 

 

Favorite Basketball Team:  Miami Heat

 

 

 

Favorite Basketball Player:  Dwyane Wade

 

 

 

Favorite Alltime Sneaker:  Jordans

 

 

 

Favorite Artist:  Big Sean

 

 

 

Hottest song On Ipod:    Roman’s Revenge By Nikki Minaj Ft. Eminem

 

 

 

Highschool Goals:  Win Counties, States And T.O.C.

 

 

 

Future Goals: Play Professional Ball

 

 

 

Something People Would Be Surprised To Know About You:  I’m a Game Freak! Best Player In 2K11

 

 

 

Favorite College Team: North Carolina

 

 

Schools Interested In You:  North Carolina State, St. Francis, Seton Hall