Ten Questions Wednesday, October 31, 2012 By W.A. Myatt

Ten Questions for Miguel Paul

By W.A. Myatt
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Athletic and jet quick, Miguel Paul led East Carolina in scoring (15.2) and assists (5.9) in his first season in the program in 2011-12. Paul should have more offensive help on the perimeter this season and head coach Jeff Lebo has counseled the Missouri transfer about playing under more control as a senior.

Paul was a second team All-Conference USA performer as a junior and has high goals for the upcoming season.

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Senior guard Miguel Paul will play a pivotal role
for the Pirates in 2012-13. (Photo: W.A. Myatt)

The Winter Park, FL, native, who is majoring in communication, took time to talk after Monday's practice. His interview was cut short of our customary 15 questions by a mandatory film session.

Q: Favorite Meal?

A: Shrimp scampi, garlic bread, Kool-Aid and probably something sweet afterwards like a cinnamon roll and I'd be set.

Q: Favorite TV show?

A: I have a couple: First "48," ESPN anytime there's a game on, and I like to watch cartoons a lot too, just really any cartoons.

Q: Do you have any superstitions or pre-game rituals?

A: I have to stop and get a Bug Juice and some gummy worms before the game. If I don't get that I don't know what's going to happen.

Q: Why'd you choose to wear the number zero?

A: Different. I always like picking something unique and different — something someone can remember me by... hopefully.

Q: What aspect of your game did you work on the most this offseason?

A: Demeanor, focus and just bringing it everyday.

Q: What are your goals for this season?

A: Win. Simple as that, just win. Twenty wins and hopefully go into postseason play.

Q: Who has had the biggest impact on your life and why?

A: My parents, my mom and my dad without a doubt. They've done everything for me. Without everything they've done for me, I wouldn't be here today. I'm thankful that I have them in my life.

Q: Which player do you think will surprise people this year?

A: There's a lot. Marshall (Guilmette, a freshman), the new guy, would probably stand out the most, but really our whole core.

Q: How much excitement comes with traveling to UNC this year?

A: They have a great tradition and a winning program every year. I know the atmosphere is going to be crazy. Just hearing that name should get you up — if it doesn't, you aren't a true basketball player.

Q: Who would you say is the jokester of this team?

A: Me and (Yasin) Kolo.

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