One on One with Mike Marra
NERR: Mike what are initial thoughts on being here at Northfield Mount Hermon?
Mike Marra: I really like it here. The level of competition that we get on a daily basis makes it a lot of fun. The school work is tough, but the basketball is great.
NERR: Give us an idea of what your daily routine has been like so far.
Mike Marra: Well we haven’t started practice yet so I’m sure it will change. But right now we usually get a lift in and then play. So it has been a lot of work in the weight room and on the court.
NERR: What are your expectations for your team this year?
Mike Marra: I think we’re going to be pretty good. We have a well rounded team so I think we’ll definitely win some games.
NERR: Before this season you played at Smithfield High School in Rhode Island. Have you watched a lot of prep school games in the past?
Mike Marra: I’ve seen a couple of games but not too many.
NERR: What are your personal goals for the upcoming season?
Mike Marra: I’m hoping to show people that I have a well rounded game. A lot of people consider me a shooter but I’m working on my handle and ability to attack the rim and I’m hoping the college coaches will see that.
NERR: What schools are you hearing from the most right now?
Mike Marra: Well I have offers from PC (Providence College), URI, and UMass. I’m hearing a good amount from Louisville and a little bit from Florida. Plus Ohio State has talked to Coach Carroll a few times.
NERR: What are you looking for in a school?
Mike Marra: Well being here (Northfield Mount Hermon) for the next two years will help me decide if I want to go away from home or stay close by. But I want to go someplace where I can play and I’m hoping that’s at the high major level.
Mike Marra is a 6’5” shooting guard who is repeating his junior season at Northfield Mount Hermon, a class “A” prep school in the NEPSAC. He spent the previous three seasons at Smithfield High School in his hometown of Smithfield, Rhode Island.
Mike Marra