WASHINGTON (May 15, 2024) – Howard University Department of Athletics rolls on with another senior spotlight, featuring rising senior journalism major Sareyah Rudd chatting with DMV native and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Champion Thomas Weaver (Upper Marlboro, Md.) from the men's basketball team.
 
Q: What is your favorite part about basketball?
A: My favorite part about basketball is competing at a high level with my brothers (teammates) and seeing the character that is revealed through sports in general.
 
Q: How did you get started in basketball?
A: I grew up around basketball because of my dad and his job and fell in love with the game ever since.
 
Q: What kept you motivated?
A: Knowing that I am an inspiration to some kid out there that I do not even know and they aspire to be like me.
 
Q: If you were not competing in basketball, what other sport would you do?
A: If I were not competing in basketball, I would definitely compete in football or track.
 
Q: What are your plans after graduation?
A: I am going to be a graduate assistant at the University of Maryland for the men's basketball team.
 
Q: What is your favorite memory from Howard?
A: My favorite memory from Howard is playing in the NCAA Tournament.
 
Q: What advice would you give future Bison?
A: My advice for future Bison would be to stay focused and humble because this is a privilege to play at this prestigious university and never take it for granted because these years go by fast.
 
Q: Who would you like to thank?
A: I would like to thank God, my parents, my siblings, coaching staff, teammates and close friends.
 
About Weaver:

• Personal:
  • Hometown: Upper Marlboro, Md.
  • Major: Business Management
• Athletic Achievements at Howard:
  • Back-to-back MEAC Tournament Championships (2023 & 2024)
  • 2022-23 MEAC Regular Season Champions
  • Two NCAA March Madness appearances (2023 & 2024)

 
For more information, visit the Bison Athletics website at www.HUBison.com.