9 Questions with Vinita’s Rylee Brown – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Patrick Kauffman, Shelter Insurance

Vinita’s Rylee Brown 

Brown is an up-and-coming freshman on the Vinita High School girls basketball team. She has always wanted to play basketball because she enjoys it so much. Rylee took the time to answer questions about herself and her sport.

VYPE: What is your favorite part about being on a team?

Rylee Brown: Making all new friends. I want everybody else to have a good time like I do. 

VYPE: Who is your favorite teacher from any grade and why?

RB: Mr. Troyer, because he makes it easy. 

VYPE: Who inspires you and why?

RB: All of the seniors inspire me.

VYPE: What teammate has left the biggest impression on you and why?

RB: I think Haiden Smoke has because she is just awesome. 

VYPE: Here is your chance to give a shoutout or say thank you to anyone you wish.

RB: I want to thank my mom because she always inspires me to try my best and never give up, even when I want to. 

VYPE: What is your favorite part about representing your high school as an athlete?

RB: My favorite part of representing my school is being able to have fun and inspire other people to play. 

VYPE: What is your favorite memory of playing basketball?

RB: My favorite memory was when I was playing during a game shooting a free throw. I made coach Wylie tie my shoe because I tied it, and it wouldn’t stay.

VYPE: What is the best advice that anyone has given you?

RB: That giving up isn’t the best way and giving it your all is.

VYPE: Are you in other activities or have special interests you would like to share about yourself?

RB: I play multiple sports including track, softball, basketball, and cross country. When I get older, I want to be a nurse and help little kids who really need to get care.