Phi: What brought you to Washington and Lee?

DK: I was recruited by coach Hutch to come play basketball at W&L and what made me decide to come was the great academics and awesome social environment.

Phi: What has been the highlight of your freshman season so far?

DK: The games where we played our best basketball.

Phi: What are your goals for you basketball career?

DK: Ultimately I’d like for us to win a national championship. I’d rather that than any other achievement.

Phi: What are you favorite hobbies off the court?

DK: When I have free time I really like to read the  news about business and politics.

Phi: What do you still need to work on to be a better player?

DK: Towards the beginning of the year I was a liability on defense. I’ve been getting better at it but I could still be better.

Phi: What has been toughest about transitioning from high school to college?

DK: The biggest difference is taking responsibility in managing my own time.

Phi: How do you manage your time between schoolwork and basketball?

DK: I manage my time in a way that I have enough time to finish my work and play basketball and have free time.

Phi: Did you play other sports in high school?

DK: I love football but I didn’t play in high school.

Phi: What was your favorite moment this season?

DK:I guess when Andy [Kleinlein] hit the game-winning shot against catholic. Off the court, I like travelling to Gettysburg and when we stayed here for winter break.

Phi: What goes through your head when you shoot a free throw?

DK: Nothing really, I usually sing a song but it always changes.

Phi: Did you expect to be as big of an impact this season?

DK: No not at all. I expected getting maybe a little bit of playing time and just kind of working my way up.

Phi: Do you have any general life advice for the Phi readers?

DK: Go to basketball games, it’s healthy.