Representing the Northern Arizona University within the Big Sky convention, Sanjana is evident about the place she sees herself this season.
“I do know I should not preserve my expectations too excessive, however I do wish to play not less than 10 minutes every recreation. I wish to be the main shot-blocker in our convention and get not less than six rebounds (every recreation), I’ve some very detailed objectives for the season,” mentioned the 19-year-old as per a media launch.
With the pandemic risk nonetheless looming massive, Sanjana is cautious of a curtailed season and is making ready to cope with the circumstances. “If anybody within the crew exams constructive for Covid-19, then we could have a 14-day shutdown with no observe, no play, nothing. Though we’re all hoping to play all of the 25 video games this season, we have to be ready for such a state of affairs.”
While she needs the season goes unaffected, the pandemic led to adjustments in her every day routine, very like anybody else. “I really feel like my entire life has been turned the wrong way up. Playing with masks on is the strangest factor I’ve needed to do. We are getting examined thrice per week, and there’s no probability of hanging out with pals or enjoying pick-up video games,” defined Sanjana.
However, she is pleased to forgo the posh of stepping out with pals to unwind and dwell in isolation if it offers her a whole season to play in. “I definitely do not wish to encounter a state of affairs the place I check constructive. You do not wish to take that danger so it is best to remain in isolation and have an excellent probability of enjoying lots this 12 months,” Sanjana admitted.
In May 2018, Sanjana turned the second Indian-born feminine participant to obtain a Division I basketball scholarship after committing to the Northern Arizona University.
The Northern Arizona University (NAU) will tackle University of Nevada Las Vegas Athletics of their first recreation of the 2020-21 NCAA season.
