Wichita Heights athlete Amalachi Wilkins spoke to VYPE in a recent interview.
VYPE: What are your personal goals for the year?
One of my goals this year is to be placed on first team all state defense in basketball 2nd to be in the best shape I’ve ever been in 3rd get our state championship back!
VYPE: What is the most fun you have had in the last year?
The most fun I’ve had this year is traveling all over the country with my summer basketball team Run GMC! Playing against some of the best in the nation and overall experience of being in different states and seeing what they have to offer.
VYPE: Who is your favorite teacher from any grade, and why?
My favorite teachers would have to be Mrs. Fresh and Mrs. McLaughlin they both played a huge role in my elementary years and have continued to show support even now.
VYPE: What is your favorite athletic memory?
My favorite athletic memory would have to be winning State my freshman year! There’s no better feeling knowing that all the hard work you put in all year finally paid off. The feeling is indescribable!
VYPE: What teammate has left the biggest impression on you and why?
The team mate that has made the most impact or impression…. That’s hard I can’t just pick one. You had Dre Kemp that showed me how to be a great leader on and off the court, TJ Willams that took me under his wing more like a big brother who has pushed me to elevate my game.
VYPE: What is your favorite part of being on this team?
My favorite part of being apart of Heights basketball is the brotherhood long lasting friendship the work ethic and accountability of my teammates. We are selfless in a game where so many are selfish.
VYPE: You can pick any place for a summer vacation. Where do you go, and who do you take with you?
If I could pick any place to vacation it would have to Hawaii! The beach the culture and I would have to take my Mom! Where I go she goes!
VYPE: If we gave you $500 and you had to spend it in the next 24 hours, what would you spend it on?
If I had $500 to spend in 24hrs I would buy shoes clothes cause I wear a sz 15 in shoes and lg in the big and tall section then splurge on my little sister cause she’s my broke best friend!
VYPE: Do you participate in any community service projects?
When it comes to community service I’m part of the law magnet and fire magnet program at Northeast Magnet school. We go to schools and events to show fire safety and also sit in on trials and speak with lawyers.
VYPE: What Clubs or Campus groups are you involved with and why?
I’m part of BASE and Brotherhood both programs provide educational information when it comes to scholarships and next steps for your future for black male teens in KS.
