Q-and-A with Amber Williams, Marian Catholic

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Amber Williams, Marian Catholic | Joseph P. Meier~Sun-Times Media

Updated: March 1, 2012 8:44AM

Amber Williams, 17, of Richton Park, is in her second season with Marian Catholic as a forward on the Spartans varsity.

What’s it like playing for Annie Byrne?

It’s a lot of fun. Sometimes there’s a lot of pressure because at Marian we take our success very seriously. But coach is actually a lot of fun.

What is your favorite part of playing the game?

My team, definitely. But individually, I’d have to say defense because I can be aggressive.

Which player from another school would you love to have as a teammate?

Taylor Johnson of Lincoln-Way East. I’ve known Taylor since sixth grade summer camps.

Coach just called off basketball practice. Are you happy or sad?

Sad, because I won’t see my teammates. Happy because I can get started on my homework.

Your dream celebrity prom date. Who is it?

Chris Brown, without a doubt. I think he’s really attractive and I love his music.

Will the world end this year?

If it’s part of God’s plan, then it’ll happen. But I personally don’t believe it’ll happen.

Any interesting stories about your number (32)?

In fourth grade I played for a team called Orange Crush. My coach coined the nickname “Little Shaq” for me.

If you had a flat tire, could you change it?

I could. I actually do know a lot about cars. My dad works for Ford.

If you were in a band, what instrument would you play?

I would learn how to play guitar. I like the acoustic sound.

What’s the first thing you look for in someone you meet for the first time?

Common interests and conversation.

Tell us something we probably don’t know about you.

I’m a very focused student and I got a 30 on my ACT.

What song reflects your life?

“Miss Independent” by Ne-Yo.

Where was the first place you drove after you got your driver’s license?

Actually I drove my mother to the mall. It was February, and I was a little bit nervous because I had to drive on the expressway and there was a lot of snow. But I was really excited.

Finish this sentence: Teachers are clueless ...

Teachers are clueless of the fact that sometimes we have a lot of homework from other teachers.

What do you see yourself doing in 10 years?

In 10 years I’ll be in med school studying to be an anesthesiologist.

As told to Tony Baranek