“Hopefully winning a national championship. What’s the thing you’re looking forward to the most at UConn? Don’t get me wrong all the coaches that coached me throughout my career have helped me, like crazy, but Coach B has helped me a lot because of all he does for me off the court too.” He just pushed me to the level I want to play at he was always there for me, off the court, if I need someone to talk to, it’s Coach Barrette. Who’s been the most influential coach in your life? “Everywhere - lakes, rivers, ponds, anywhere.” In the summertime, I fish maybe six or seven times a week. If basketball wasn’t on the table for you at all, what would be your dream career? “I play a bunch of games… I’m a Celtics fan for 2k.” It’s only been a mile down the road from my house, too, which is nice, so that’s going to be different, but I’m ready for the next level.” Donovan Clingan at the 2022 Spalding Hoophall Classic presented by Eastbay. This is where I feel like it all started I played basketball my whole life, but I was never good or never got the attention until high school. “It’s hard, I mean everyone looks forward to their high school career. How does it feel for your high school career to be coming to an end? Following the intense matchup, Clingan sat down with The Springfield Student to talk about life in and out of the sport. At his school’s game on Friday at the 2022 Spalding Hoophall Classic presented by Eastbay, Clingan controlled the paint with blocks and rebounds despite constant, aggressive pressure from Springfield Central’s defense.

The Class of 2022 UConn commit has been an integral part of his undefeated high school team, and he’s looking ahead for future success with a new team and new coach. Irene at 7’1” and 265 lbs., Donovan Clingan is an obvious powerhouse player for Bristol Central.

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