Basketball has been a huge part of junior Becka Brissette’s life since she was only five years old. Brissette has grown up playing through FHN’s youth teams, which ultimately helped her transition into high school.

“It definitely helped me transition better playing through FHN’s feeder teams because I was playing with many of the same girls,” Brissette said.

Brissette’s experience in basketball showed when she got into high school and made the girls’ varsity team freshman year. Although she didn’t play much up until this year, Brissette was always a major member of the team.

“Becka always stays positive and always helps me when I need her and is just super supportive,” said Brissette’s teammate, sophomore Faith Todd.

This year, Brissette is a team captain and is essential to the spirit of the team. Brissette has always shown her leadership on the team by consistently helping the younger girls and being a supportive friend to the team. 

“I feel that by hyping up the team before each game and helping the girls out in any way possible allows me to benefit the team in a positive way,” Brissette said.

This varsity season has been one to remember for Brissette, as she continues to grow as a player alongside her friends. The girls’ varsity team has become Brissette’s home away from home and the memories that she has made on the team will last forever.

“Me and my friends have become really close through basketball and have created a special bond, which is why I keep on playing,” Brissette said.

Overall, Brissette’s kindness and leadership skills are why many of her teammates admire her so much.

“In the locker rooms Becka always tells us what we need to work on and what we are doing well,” said teammate and sophomore Makenna Davis. “She really helps bring the team up.”