White, Melinda 2003-10-15
Melinda White played for the Lady Raiders Basketball team during the 1993 championship season. This interview is part of a series with the 1993 Lady Raiders.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Melinda White
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Date: October 15, 2003
Location: Austin, Texas
Interviewer: David Marshall
Length: 01:14:27
Abstract
Introduction; Background; Borger, Texas; Grandparents; Hometown; Track in Jr. High; Basketball in 7th grade; Jill Rankin Schneider; Post player on JV and Varsity; Female athlete in high school; Jill Rankin Schneider (again); Basketball in High School; AAU Basketball; Nationals in Chattanooga Tennessee; Training; Conditioning; Weights; Texas Tech; First Workout; Conditioning; National Championship season, 1993; Family values; Mother’s Korean ancestry; Basketball in High school (continues); Favorite Subject in Jr. High and High School; Coach Schneider advocated for students; Academics; Texas Tech University; Favorite subjects; Recruits from West Texas area; Playing at the collegiate level; Injuries; Choosing Texas Tech; High Expectations after the 1993 National Championship; Academics; Recruiting process; Animosity from fellow teammates; Coach Marsha Sharp’s approach; Importance of respect; Team Bonding; Role Models; Support System; Perspective on basketball; Freshman year; Struggle of being a female athlete; Academic achievements; Goals; Coaching experience; Basics of basketball in West Texas; Importance of community support; Strengths and Weaknesses; Preparations for the game; Freshman weight gain; Mental Preparation; Hands-on approach; Best Season; Playing in the bubble (Lubbock Municipal Coliseum); Fan Support; Recruiting the right people for the team; National Championship; Exceeding expectations; Celebrations; Learning Experiences; No regrets; Big 12; WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association); Contact with fellow teammates; Success for Lady Raiders Basketball.
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