Boys player of the week: David Robinson

By Staff Reports
Published: January 15, 2010
What he did: Robinson, a 6-3 senior guard, led the Dominion District in scoring last year and is again one of the area's top scorers. He averaged 18 points in victories over Midlothian, Huguenot, James River and Manchester and is averaging 19.5 for the season on 51 percent shooting from the field and 88 percent at the foul line. He's also contributing four rebounds and two steals a game. Age: 18 Three words your teammates would use to describe you: "Funny, smart, hairy (he isn't going to shave until something bad happens)." Strengths: "Shooting, good leader, rebound well." Toughest opponent other than yourself: "Huguenot. They are always all over me all game." I'm working to improve: "Ballhandling, strength and defense." College plans: "I hope I get a lot of playing time and can contribute [at Longwood]." Favorite food: Shrimp scampi Favorite ice cream: Chocolate Best sports memory: "Scoring 41 points against George Wythe (last year)." Biggest challenge: "Challenging myself every day." If he had one wish: "Have infinitely more wishes." Possession you can't do without: "My Mustang GT (Sonic Pearl color)." What's on your iPod: "Everything." Social network: Facebook. He checks it regularly. One thing about you most people don't know: "I want to be an orthopedic surgeon." Sports person you admire the most: Manu Ginobili of the San Antonio Spurs. - Arthur Utley