3 Briana Barnes
3 - Briana Barnes
Height: 5'5"
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Elk Grove, CA
High School: Bradshaw Christian HS
Position: Guard

Personal: Briana’s family includes mom Christina, dad Steve, sisters Stefiana and Janessa, and brother Jayden. She started playing basketball when she was 7 years old. She chose this sport because her older sister played. Her major is Criminal Justice. She aspires to become a police officer, and she will be.  In her spare time she enjoys sleeping.

Athletic Highlights: 1st team all league (junior); var. honorable mention (sophomore); 3 years var.; 2 years Capt.; 1st team all league (senior); 3 all tournament, 2 section championships.

Significant Sport Achievement: Winning sections sophomore/senior year at Arco. And being only one game away from State senior year.

Most embarrassing thing that happened in her sport: Having my calves cramp in the middle of the game and not being able to move. Had to be carried off the court.

Favorites: Food: Sushi Movie: Horrible Bosses or Bambi Entertainer: Chris Young and Kip Moore are tied! Athlete: Ronda Rousey

Person she most admires: Easy. My Mom. Easily the strongest, most selfless person I know and will ever know. She’s super awesome and has taught me to be the person I am.

Person who most influenced your athletic career:  My little siblings. I’ve always wanted to play better for them, to be a good influence.

One word that describes her off the court: spontaneous

Quote that inspires her:  “This too shall pass.”

Best thing about being a Hawk: We’re spoiled.