Get to Know Vlad...
Who or what inspired you to start playing basketball growing up?
My grandma
Do you have any pregame superstitions or routines?
I always listen to music and stretch the same way
Tell us about your favorite basketball moment as a player or fan.
Hitting a game winner against our rival team at my juco
Who's your favorite basketball player?
Vlad Karasev
What is one talent you have outside of the game of basketball?
I can speak multiple languages
What do you hope every Jimmie fan says after they see our team play?
That team plays hard and never gives up
Why did you choose UJ and what do you like about being a Jimmie student-athlete?
UJ felt like the right spot - good people, good program, and a place to grow on and off the court
High School Team Awards
State champions 2021-2022, won over 50 games in two years
High School Individual Awards
Was the leading scorer/rebounder my senior year, had multiple 25/15 games with 43% from three on the year, team captain, first team all conference
Immediate Family - Names and Relation
Parents are Ed and Mary and older sister Anna