The "Cobra Spotlight" is a weekly highlight of a student-athlete at Coker College. Each week we take a different athlete from a different sport and display some facets to get more familiar with them. This week we take a look at Sean Preston and Donte Samuels, members of the men's basketball team.
Name: Sean Preston
Sport: Men’s basketball
Position: Guard
Hometown: Melbourne, Australia
Year: Sophomore
Major: Business administration
Why did you choose Coker? Coach Schmotzer made the recruiting process enjoyable for me. When I visited I loved the close-knit community, and I knew I wanted to be a part of it.
What is your best memory at Coker (athletic related)? I haven’t really been here long enough, but beating 16th-ranked Carson-Newman in our home opener would have to be up there.
What is your best memory at Coker (non-athletic related)? I would have to say homecoming weekend.
Which athletic team would you play on at Coker other than your own? None, #BallIsLife
Favorite class: Microeconomics
Favorite professor: Dr. Stevano
Plans after graduation: I would like to get a job in my field of study and gradually work my way up the ladder.
Favorite movie: The Hangover
Favorite type of music: Rap
Favorite food: Chicken
Favorite sports team: Miami Heat
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite TV show: Entourage
Most prized possession: Protein shaker
What is something people may not know about you? I’m a Kappa Sigma
One word that describes you: Meathead
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Name: Donte Samuels
Sport: Men’s basketball
Position: Forward
Hometown: Rocky Mount, N.C.
Year: Freshman
Major: Business administration
Why did you choose Coker? I loved the small campus atmosphere and the great teammates I have.
What is your best memory at Coker (athletic related)? Without a doubt it is the home victory against 16th-ranked Carson-Newman.
What is your best memory at Coker (non-athletic related)? Homecoming
Which athletic team would you play on at Coker other than your own? Men’s lacrosse
Favorite class: Communications
Favorite professor: Richard Puffer
Plans after graduation: I want to open up my own youth recreational gym.
Favorite movie: Juice
Favorite type of music: Rap/hip-hop
Favorite food: Buffalo wings
Favorite sports team: Los Angeles Lakers
Favorite color: Green
Favorite TV show: The Wayans Bros.
Most prized possession: My 1,000 point basketball from high school.
What is something people may not know about you? I absolutely hate the Twilight series.
Do you have a nickname? If so, how did you get it? Te, which is short for Donte.
One word that describes you: Goofy