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The University of Utah Athletics
Getting To Know U: Freshman Donna Ntambue
9/18/2020 8:00 AM | Women's Basketball
She describes her style of play as "fast and athletic," and with the credentials she brings with her to the University of Utah, freshman Donna Ntambue is set to show that to Ute fans this season. Coming to the U. from Montreal, Quebec, Ntambue was ranked the No. 13 recruit in her class out of Canada.Â
UtahUtes.com caught up with the 5-9 guard to talk about her time in Montreal, growing up with seven siblings, and why she chose to come to Salt Lake City to pursue a degree and continue her basketball career.
Q: Â What was it like growing up in Montreal and what would you do with your free time when you weren't in school?
A: Growing up in Montreal was entertaining. There is a lot of diversity and activities. I could not have asked for a better place to grow up because I learned two languages and learned to appreciate the French side of Canada. In my free time, I would go hang out with my friends and do some activities, or I would spend time with my families. I also enjoy watching movies or going to shoot at the gym.
Q: What is it like having seven siblings and growing up in a large family?
A: It is something honestly. You have to work hard to get what you want. You have to be unselfish and be patient.
Q: Who would you say you take after most in your family and why?
A: I think my older brother, Jhony. He is a private person but super outgoing at times. He knows when to be goofy or be serious. He knows how to separate himself from others to get to his goals even though his journey was not easy.
Q: How did it feel to become the first female player to earn RSEQ player, rookie and defensive player of the year in the same season?
A: It was a very great feeling honestly and would have been better if we would have won the provincial championship.
Q: What was your experience like getting to play for Team Canada at the FIBA Americas and World Cup?
A: It was a great experience. I was able to meet and be around others players from Canada. Also, I got the chance to compete against the best players in my age and see different cultures.
Q: When did you decide you wanted to play college basketball and what went into the decision on choosing a school?
A: I decided I wanted to play college basketball when I got to Lucien-Pagé HS. I was playing basketball for fun before I started to take it more seriously there. I wanted to play in a good conference and go to a good business school. Also, I wanted to have a coaching staff that I feel like wanted my best as a person and a good school environment. The deciding factor was the feeling because at the end of the day if you feel its right, then it is.
Q: How would you describe your style of play?
A: Athletic, fast.
Q: Who is your favorite professional basketball player and why?
A: Candace Parker. Growing up, I have always looked up to her because of her work ethic and being an all-around player.
Q: If you could go pro in a sport other than basketball, what would it be and why?
A: Track and field. I began competing in track and field at a young age and since then my love for this sport has never changed.
Q: What do you plan to study at the U. and why?
A: I want to major in business administration. I love the option of jobs you get out of it and I feel it will fit me well.
Q: Do you have any hidden talents or skills that our fans don't know about?
A: I can speak French and understand Creole.
Q: What about Utah made you want to play here?
A: The school's business program, the school's location, the coaching staff and the environment made me want to play here.
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UtahUtes.com caught up with the 5-9 guard to talk about her time in Montreal, growing up with seven siblings, and why she chose to come to Salt Lake City to pursue a degree and continue her basketball career.
Q: Â What was it like growing up in Montreal and what would you do with your free time when you weren't in school?
A: Growing up in Montreal was entertaining. There is a lot of diversity and activities. I could not have asked for a better place to grow up because I learned two languages and learned to appreciate the French side of Canada. In my free time, I would go hang out with my friends and do some activities, or I would spend time with my families. I also enjoy watching movies or going to shoot at the gym.
Q: What is it like having seven siblings and growing up in a large family?
A: It is something honestly. You have to work hard to get what you want. You have to be unselfish and be patient.
Q: Who would you say you take after most in your family and why?
A: I think my older brother, Jhony. He is a private person but super outgoing at times. He knows when to be goofy or be serious. He knows how to separate himself from others to get to his goals even though his journey was not easy.
Q: How did it feel to become the first female player to earn RSEQ player, rookie and defensive player of the year in the same season?
A: It was a very great feeling honestly and would have been better if we would have won the provincial championship.
Q: What was your experience like getting to play for Team Canada at the FIBA Americas and World Cup?
A: It was a great experience. I was able to meet and be around others players from Canada. Also, I got the chance to compete against the best players in my age and see different cultures.
15 ATHLETES SELECTED FOR U17 WOMEN'S NATIONAL TEAM TRAINING CAMP. Read more: https://t.co/yGiTu1LSFW #WeAreTeamCanada pic.twitter.com/b2OUDOEUfB
— Canada Basketball (@CanBball) June 28, 2018
Q: When did you decide you wanted to play college basketball and what went into the decision on choosing a school?
A: I decided I wanted to play college basketball when I got to Lucien-Pagé HS. I was playing basketball for fun before I started to take it more seriously there. I wanted to play in a good conference and go to a good business school. Also, I wanted to have a coaching staff that I feel like wanted my best as a person and a good school environment. The deciding factor was the feeling because at the end of the day if you feel its right, then it is.
Q: How would you describe your style of play?
A: Athletic, fast.
We work. ??#Elevate pic.twitter.com/zXllebA7yt
— Utah Women's Basketball (@UTAHWBB) September 10, 2020
Q: Who is your favorite professional basketball player and why?
A: Candace Parker. Growing up, I have always looked up to her because of her work ethic and being an all-around player.
Q: If you could go pro in a sport other than basketball, what would it be and why?
A: Track and field. I began competing in track and field at a young age and since then my love for this sport has never changed.
Q: What do you plan to study at the U. and why?
A: I want to major in business administration. I love the option of jobs you get out of it and I feel it will fit me well.
Q: Do you have any hidden talents or skills that our fans don't know about?
A: I can speak French and understand Creole.
Q: What about Utah made you want to play here?
A: The school's business program, the school's location, the coaching staff and the environment made me want to play here.
"Since I've been here, she will be the most athletic player we've ever had. Her work ethic is high... She has ability to bring something defensively that we don't have right now." ?? @utescoachrob
Welcome to the fam, Donna. ?? #GoUtes // #Elevate pic.twitter.com/XcQLQ1Dqvi
— Utah Women's Basketball (@UTAHWBB) November 13, 2019
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