Lehigh seniors reflect on careers in advance of Senior Day Sunday
2/18/2016 5:38:00 PM | Men's Basketball
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Four Lehigh men's basketball seniors will be honored prior to Sunday's Senior Day game vs. Lafayette as Devon Carter, John Ross Glover, Jesse Chuku and Justin Goldsborough have made their mark in the Brown and White. Senior team manager Daphnee McMaster will be recognized as well.
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Sunday's game will tip at 12 p.m. Tickets are just $10 for the general public and for Lehigh faculty/staff, while they're only $5 for Lehigh students. With a high walk-up expected Sunday, fans are encouraged to purchase in advance to avoid long lines at the box office. There's a print-at-home option made to make the fan experience easy and convenient. The Goodman Bus service will run at 11:15, 11:30 11:45 and 12:00 on Sunday, leaving from the Dialogue Center on Taylor Street (between Taylor Gym and Grace Hall). Check-in to Mountain Hawk Rewards once inside Stabler Arena, as fans who check-in be eligible to be selected to complete for the right to win $500 cash. Â
See what the seniors had to say heading into Sunday's game as they reflect on their Lehigh careers.
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#4 Devon Carter - G - 6-4 - 195 - Cleveland, Ohio
Carter is a model example of student-athlete growth during his Lehigh tenure, both on and off the court. After missing most of his freshman season due to injury, he has worked his way back and developed into a key contributor on this year's squad. A co-captain, Carter has played in all 26 games with nine starts, averaging 3.3 points per game while playing strong defense and serving as a crucial glue player on the 2015-16 Mountain Hawks. Carter has impressed when called upon, highlighted by a career-high 10 points in back-to-back games, at Holy Cross and vs. Navy. Carter has grown off the court as well and has excelled in the classroom, posting an impressive 3.55 GPA this past fall semester. He also made his mark in the Lehigh community, remaining on campus this past summer to conduct research within his major of psychology. For all he's contributed to Lehigh and his community, Carter was nominated for the NABC Allstate Good Works Team.
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What made you choose Lehigh?
DC: I was first exposed to Lehigh my freshman year of high school when they played Kansas in the NCAA Tournament. After that, I became interested in the school and when they became interested in me, it seemed like a perfect fit. This was especially true after speaking with C.J. (McCollum) about how he liked it at Lehigh.Â
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
DC: My favorite Lehigh basketball memories will be the day-in and day-out work that we as a team put in at practice leading up to our games. It made us so much closer as a team and these are the memories that I will never take for granted. I learned so much about discipline and showing up to do my job each and every day.Â
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Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
DC: Jesse, Justin and JR have become some of the closest people that I've ever had in my life. They have become brothers and will remain my brothers forever.Â
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
DC: It would mean the world to me to leave Lehigh as a champion. That has been a dream of mine and it would be especially amazing to do it with my brothers who have been in the trenches with me throughout the entire season.Â
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
DC: A lot of reminiscing! Looking back on my career at Lehigh both academically and athletically, I've learned more than I thought I would and I don't regret anything, whether it was struggle or success that I went through. Lehigh helped me find myself and I will forever be grateful for that.Â
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What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
DC: I will miss all of the lessons that I learned from being a part of this program. These lessons have set me up for life and I will take everything I learned from this basketball program everywhere I go for the rest of my life.Â
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How do you want to be remembered?
DC: I want to be remembered as a hard worker who didn't give up no matter what the obstacle was.Â
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What are your postgraduate plans?
DC: I plan on continuing my social psychology education at the graduate level in hopes of obtaining a doctorate in social psychology, and being able to one day conduct my own research along with teaching what I've learned to others.Â
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#20 John Ross Glover - G/F - 6-4 - 195 - Hendersonville, Tenn.
A transfer from Division I Lipscomb, Glover has been a strong contributor in his time in the Brown and White. After sitting out the 2013-14 season due to transfer rules, Glover got into seven games last season, making his debut against Penn State Mont Alto in November and scoring eight points. He played in multiple Patriot League games, scoring four points in Lehigh's memorable 103-74 win over Army. This season, Glover's role has increased as he's played in all 26 games, including two starts. John Ross scored a Lehigh career-high 11 points, all in the second half, to help lead the Mountain Hawks to a home win over preseason NEC favorite Mount St. Mary's. He also scored six points in just eight minutes during an 87-66 win at Holy Cross. In the classroom, Glover has excelled, owning a 3.55 cumulative grade point average as an English major, including a perfect 4.0 GPA this past fall.
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What made you choose Lehigh?
JRG: I chose Lehigh because of the combination of basketball and academics.
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
JRG: My favorite memories are beating Arizona State before Christmas (last season), and road trips.
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Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
JRG: The relationship with my fellow seniors has been strong. They've been the guys who I've gone through it all with. From day one, we've been a part of every team that's led us to this point. They're the guys who lead us and set the example.
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
JRG: Our goal is to win a Patriot League Championship, and we're working toward that every day.
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
JRG: Approaching Senior Day, I am amazed at how quickly the time has passed.
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What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
JRG: I will miss the camaraderie and fellowship the most.
How do you want to be remembered?
JRG: I want to be remembered as a good teammate and a hard worker.
What are your postgraduate plans?
JRG: I plan on attending law school after graduation.
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#31 Jesse Chuku - F - 6-9 - 225 - London, England
Chuku has made his mark in the Brown and White, immediately contributing in his first season of eligibility as a sophomore in 2013-14. He finished the season third on the team in scoring (8.7 points per game) and second in rebounding (5.9), highlighted by a 26-point effort against Sacred Heart, which still stands as a career high. As a senior, Chuku is averaging a career-high 10.1 points, due in large part to his three-point shooting. After entering the year at 35.4 percent from long range over his career, Chuku currently stands at 42.2 percent this season, including 49.3 percent in Patriot League games (which is second in the league). Most recently, Chuku knocked down 6-of-7 three-pointers as part of the Mountain Hawks' big win at Navy on Wednesday evening. He also eclipsed 100 career blocks at Boston University last month.
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What made you choose Lehigh?
JC: When I came for my first visit, it seemed like a really good place. There was a family atmosphere among the team and the coaches were really excited to have me.
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
JC: I think I will always remember the times I spent at Lehigh during the summer. There's always a nice vibe on campus during the summer and managing school and basketball is a piece of cake, leaving time to do things that I usually don't have time to do during a regular semester.
Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
JC: I would describe the relationship with my fellow seniors as brotherhood. We've shared so many memories on and off the court, and we have all grown together through our experiences at Lehigh.
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
JC: My mindset is to focus on one game at a time and make sure that I leave it all out on the court.
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
JC: It's pretty unreal. I still remember watching Senior Day as a freshman and sophomore and feeling like it's centuries away. Now, I'm in the same position as those guys; it's strange.
What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
JC: Travelling and winning big games on the road.
How do you want to be remembered?
JC: I would like to be remembered as a guy who played with passion and was driven by his inner will through the perceived obstacles in his path. But I will likely be remembered as the British guy on the basketball team!
What are your postgraduate plans?
JC: To play professional basketball.
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#40 Justin Goldsborough - F - 6-8 - 210 - Fort Washington, Md.
Goldsborough has enjoyed tremendous growth in his time at Lehigh. After seeing limited minutes to begin his freshman season, Goldsborough came on down the stretch, including a then career-high 11-point effort against Army. He went on to average 5.0 points and 2.9 rebounds per game as a sophomore, highlighted by a new career-high 19 points against archrival Lafayette on 8-of-9 shooting. That effort helped propel Goldsborough to even greater heights as a junior, finishing with averages of 7.5 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. He finished the season with four double-doubles, including one in Lehigh's big triple overtime win at Arizona State when he had five points and six rebounds in the third overtime alone. Goldsborough has continued to contribute as a key player on this year's squad, shooting a perfect 3-of-3 from the field in Lehigh's wins over Mount St. Mary's and American.
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What made you choose Lehigh?
JG: Lehigh caught my eye because of the success they had seen in the past from a basketball standpoint as well as the reputation as a premier academic institution. Everyone always told me how reputable a Lehigh degree is, but when it came down to it, the people were the deciding factor. When I first came on campus, I felt an overwhelming sense of brotherhood emanating from the team and wanted to be a part of that atmosphere.
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
JG: One of the main memories for me was the Lafayette game at home my sophomore year. That atmosphere in Stabler Arena was electric and we were able to pull out a big win. Another for me is Mackey (McKnight's) last assist to me at Holy Cross. This is a bittersweet memory because I loved playing with Mack and that was the last time we put on the Brown and White together.
Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
JG: I know it may be a cliché that you hear everywhere these days, but these guys are my true brothers. We've been through some very rough times, but through it all, we were always there for each other and there to lift each other up. I'd do anything for them.
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
JG: There's nothing that could be better than going out on top with the people around me. All we can really do is stay focused on the end goal.
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
JG: The main thought that's going through my head in regards to Senior Day is making sure that we win.
What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
JG: I'm going to miss the laughs that our team has together. Over the years, we've cracked so many jokes and made up dances. This won't end after the season because we'll always be family; we just won't be able to do it on a daily basis
How do you want to be remembered?
JG: From a basketball aspect, I want to be remembered as someone who played hard and brought as much energy to the team as possible.
What are your postgraduate plans?
JG: Possibly play overseas, or get a job.
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Sunday's game will tip at 12 p.m. Tickets are just $10 for the general public and for Lehigh faculty/staff, while they're only $5 for Lehigh students. With a high walk-up expected Sunday, fans are encouraged to purchase in advance to avoid long lines at the box office. There's a print-at-home option made to make the fan experience easy and convenient. The Goodman Bus service will run at 11:15, 11:30 11:45 and 12:00 on Sunday, leaving from the Dialogue Center on Taylor Street (between Taylor Gym and Grace Hall). Check-in to Mountain Hawk Rewards once inside Stabler Arena, as fans who check-in be eligible to be selected to complete for the right to win $500 cash. Â
See what the seniors had to say heading into Sunday's game as they reflect on their Lehigh careers.
Â
#4 Devon Carter - G - 6-4 - 195 - Cleveland, Ohio
Carter is a model example of student-athlete growth during his Lehigh tenure, both on and off the court. After missing most of his freshman season due to injury, he has worked his way back and developed into a key contributor on this year's squad. A co-captain, Carter has played in all 26 games with nine starts, averaging 3.3 points per game while playing strong defense and serving as a crucial glue player on the 2015-16 Mountain Hawks. Carter has impressed when called upon, highlighted by a career-high 10 points in back-to-back games, at Holy Cross and vs. Navy. Carter has grown off the court as well and has excelled in the classroom, posting an impressive 3.55 GPA this past fall semester. He also made his mark in the Lehigh community, remaining on campus this past summer to conduct research within his major of psychology. For all he's contributed to Lehigh and his community, Carter was nominated for the NABC Allstate Good Works Team.Â
What made you choose Lehigh?
DC: I was first exposed to Lehigh my freshman year of high school when they played Kansas in the NCAA Tournament. After that, I became interested in the school and when they became interested in me, it seemed like a perfect fit. This was especially true after speaking with C.J. (McCollum) about how he liked it at Lehigh.Â
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
DC: My favorite Lehigh basketball memories will be the day-in and day-out work that we as a team put in at practice leading up to our games. It made us so much closer as a team and these are the memories that I will never take for granted. I learned so much about discipline and showing up to do my job each and every day.Â
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Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
DC: Jesse, Justin and JR have become some of the closest people that I've ever had in my life. They have become brothers and will remain my brothers forever.Â
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
DC: It would mean the world to me to leave Lehigh as a champion. That has been a dream of mine and it would be especially amazing to do it with my brothers who have been in the trenches with me throughout the entire season.Â
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
DC: A lot of reminiscing! Looking back on my career at Lehigh both academically and athletically, I've learned more than I thought I would and I don't regret anything, whether it was struggle or success that I went through. Lehigh helped me find myself and I will forever be grateful for that.Â
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What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
DC: I will miss all of the lessons that I learned from being a part of this program. These lessons have set me up for life and I will take everything I learned from this basketball program everywhere I go for the rest of my life.Â
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How do you want to be remembered?
DC: I want to be remembered as a hard worker who didn't give up no matter what the obstacle was.Â
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What are your postgraduate plans?
DC: I plan on continuing my social psychology education at the graduate level in hopes of obtaining a doctorate in social psychology, and being able to one day conduct my own research along with teaching what I've learned to others.Â
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#20 John Ross Glover - G/F - 6-4 - 195 - Hendersonville, Tenn.
A transfer from Division I Lipscomb, Glover has been a strong contributor in his time in the Brown and White. After sitting out the 2013-14 season due to transfer rules, Glover got into seven games last season, making his debut against Penn State Mont Alto in November and scoring eight points. He played in multiple Patriot League games, scoring four points in Lehigh's memorable 103-74 win over Army. This season, Glover's role has increased as he's played in all 26 games, including two starts. John Ross scored a Lehigh career-high 11 points, all in the second half, to help lead the Mountain Hawks to a home win over preseason NEC favorite Mount St. Mary's. He also scored six points in just eight minutes during an 87-66 win at Holy Cross. In the classroom, Glover has excelled, owning a 3.55 cumulative grade point average as an English major, including a perfect 4.0 GPA this past fall.Â
What made you choose Lehigh?
JRG: I chose Lehigh because of the combination of basketball and academics.
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
JRG: My favorite memories are beating Arizona State before Christmas (last season), and road trips.
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Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
JRG: The relationship with my fellow seniors has been strong. They've been the guys who I've gone through it all with. From day one, we've been a part of every team that's led us to this point. They're the guys who lead us and set the example.
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
JRG: Our goal is to win a Patriot League Championship, and we're working toward that every day.
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
JRG: Approaching Senior Day, I am amazed at how quickly the time has passed.
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What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
JRG: I will miss the camaraderie and fellowship the most.
How do you want to be remembered?
JRG: I want to be remembered as a good teammate and a hard worker.
What are your postgraduate plans?
JRG: I plan on attending law school after graduation.
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#31 Jesse Chuku - F - 6-9 - 225 - London, England
Chuku has made his mark in the Brown and White, immediately contributing in his first season of eligibility as a sophomore in 2013-14. He finished the season third on the team in scoring (8.7 points per game) and second in rebounding (5.9), highlighted by a 26-point effort against Sacred Heart, which still stands as a career high. As a senior, Chuku is averaging a career-high 10.1 points, due in large part to his three-point shooting. After entering the year at 35.4 percent from long range over his career, Chuku currently stands at 42.2 percent this season, including 49.3 percent in Patriot League games (which is second in the league). Most recently, Chuku knocked down 6-of-7 three-pointers as part of the Mountain Hawks' big win at Navy on Wednesday evening. He also eclipsed 100 career blocks at Boston University last month.Â
What made you choose Lehigh?
JC: When I came for my first visit, it seemed like a really good place. There was a family atmosphere among the team and the coaches were really excited to have me.
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
JC: I think I will always remember the times I spent at Lehigh during the summer. There's always a nice vibe on campus during the summer and managing school and basketball is a piece of cake, leaving time to do things that I usually don't have time to do during a regular semester.
Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
JC: I would describe the relationship with my fellow seniors as brotherhood. We've shared so many memories on and off the court, and we have all grown together through our experiences at Lehigh.
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
JC: My mindset is to focus on one game at a time and make sure that I leave it all out on the court.
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
JC: It's pretty unreal. I still remember watching Senior Day as a freshman and sophomore and feeling like it's centuries away. Now, I'm in the same position as those guys; it's strange.
What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
JC: Travelling and winning big games on the road.
How do you want to be remembered?
JC: I would like to be remembered as a guy who played with passion and was driven by his inner will through the perceived obstacles in his path. But I will likely be remembered as the British guy on the basketball team!
What are your postgraduate plans?
JC: To play professional basketball.
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#40 Justin Goldsborough - F - 6-8 - 210 - Fort Washington, Md.
Goldsborough has enjoyed tremendous growth in his time at Lehigh. After seeing limited minutes to begin his freshman season, Goldsborough came on down the stretch, including a then career-high 11-point effort against Army. He went on to average 5.0 points and 2.9 rebounds per game as a sophomore, highlighted by a new career-high 19 points against archrival Lafayette on 8-of-9 shooting. That effort helped propel Goldsborough to even greater heights as a junior, finishing with averages of 7.5 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. He finished the season with four double-doubles, including one in Lehigh's big triple overtime win at Arizona State when he had five points and six rebounds in the third overtime alone. Goldsborough has continued to contribute as a key player on this year's squad, shooting a perfect 3-of-3 from the field in Lehigh's wins over Mount St. Mary's and American.Â
What made you choose Lehigh?
JG: Lehigh caught my eye because of the success they had seen in the past from a basketball standpoint as well as the reputation as a premier academic institution. Everyone always told me how reputable a Lehigh degree is, but when it came down to it, the people were the deciding factor. When I first came on campus, I felt an overwhelming sense of brotherhood emanating from the team and wanted to be a part of that atmosphere.
What are your favorite Lehigh Basketball memories up until this point?
JG: One of the main memories for me was the Lafayette game at home my sophomore year. That atmosphere in Stabler Arena was electric and we were able to pull out a big win. Another for me is Mackey (McKnight's) last assist to me at Holy Cross. This is a bittersweet memory because I loved playing with Mack and that was the last time we put on the Brown and White together.
Describe the relationship with your fellow seniors.
JG: I know it may be a cliché that you hear everywhere these days, but these guys are my true brothers. We've been through some very rough times, but through it all, we were always there for each other and there to lift each other up. I'd do anything for them.
Talk about the goals and mindset moving forward as the team approaches the Patriot League Tournament. How special would it be to end your career with a Patriot League championship?
JG: There's nothing that could be better than going out on top with the people around me. All we can really do is stay focused on the end goal.
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What are some of the things going through your head as you approach Senior Day?
JG: The main thought that's going through my head in regards to Senior Day is making sure that we win.
What will you miss the most about Lehigh Basketball?
JG: I'm going to miss the laughs that our team has together. Over the years, we've cracked so many jokes and made up dances. This won't end after the season because we'll always be family; we just won't be able to do it on a daily basis
How do you want to be remembered?
JG: From a basketball aspect, I want to be remembered as someone who played hard and brought as much energy to the team as possible.
What are your postgraduate plans?
JG: Possibly play overseas, or get a job.
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