Gisteren haar eerste wedstrijd gespeeld in het blauw, vandaag aan het woord op de website, Akil Simpson!

Name: Akil Simpson

Position: Power Forward

Age & length: 22 & 6 feet 0 inches

Where’re you from? Dallas, Texas

Where did you play before you came to play in this team? Southern Methodist University (SMU)

Do you do anything next to the basketball (study, job etc.) I was a journalism major, so I like writing, making videos, editing videos, and broadcasting.

Favorite Dutch player: none yet

Favorite non-Dutch player: no favorite

Favorite team? Dallas Mavericks

Favorite food? Mexican Food

Favorite music? Gospel

Favorite movie? The Fast & Furious series

Favorite tv program / show? The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Favorite holiday resort? Cancun, Mexico

Favorite place in Den Helder? The Family SnackBar

Which sport would you play if you where no basketballer? I would be a swimmer

What is your future dream? (what do you hope to achieve with basketball) To become a broadcast anchor, and work for ESPN.

What are you most proud of that you’ve achieved so far? Obtaining my college degree in four years.

What can the spectators of Den Helder expect from you this season? Heart, Passion, and someone who has fun playing basketball.

Who should be interviewed next week? Elske Heerschop