Goodman Looks Forward to "Learning From Teammates"
July 26, 2017 | Women's Basketball
A look at the freshman guard
CORVALLIS – When Aleah Goodman makes her Oregon State debut this season, it will feel like she picked up her basketball career right where she left off. The rising freshman played the last game of her high school career on March 10, as she led La Salle High School to an Oregon 5A State title at Gill Coliseum.
"It was an amazing moment," said Goodman. "Ending you high school career with a state championship is amazing, and going through that year only losing two games was incredible. It was fitting to end my high school career in the same place I will start my college career. Not many players get to do that."
Goodman tallied a game-high 15 points in La Salle's 44-26 win in the championship game, while also adding six rebounds, four assists and three blocks. It capped off an outstanding high school career that saw her earn Oregon 5A Player of the Year honors three times, and win two state titles.
The point guard was tabbed as a four-star recruit by ESPN, and was ranked the No. 12 player in the nation at her position. She ended her prep career with over 1,400 points, 750 assists, 550 rebounds and 375 steals.
"I think I'm a floor general," Goodman said of her strengths on the floor. "I see the court really well. My passing is one of my biggest strengths and I can knock down shots when needed."
The guard has joined fellow freshman Taya Corosdale in Oregon State's BEST program over the last several weeks, and the duo has quickly become close.
"I think we hit it off right from the beginning," Goodman said. "Since there are only two of us, I think it's an advantage that we get to spend so much time together. Before we even got here we were really good friends, so I think that's just continued to grow as the BEST program has gone on."
With their entire college career in front of them, Corosdale believes their relationship will help them both in life and in basketball.
"Aleah is very outgoing," Corosdale said. "She is really kind and has a big heart. Basketball-wise, she is really smart. It feels like she knows where everything is at all times."
In her free time, Goodman enjoys spending time with her family. As she continues her career in her home state, she looks forward to her parents being able to attend many of her home games. Goodman also looks forward to getting onto the floor with her teammates and coaches.
"I'm looking forward to being with the team. We've got a great group of players, and I'm excited to learn from them, and to be around them every day. I have a great relationship with Coach Rueck and the entire staff. When I came on my visit, it didn't even feel like a visit, it already felt like I was part of the team."
In her short time on campus, Goodman has already felt the support from the city of Corvallis, a trend she looks forward to continuing in the coming years.
"Thanks for Beaver Nation for all of the support, before we've even started our careers. I look forward to seeing some great crowds at Gill this season."
Follow @BeaverWBB on Twitter and Instagram for continued updates on Aleah Goodman and the entire Oregon State women's basketball team.
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"It was an amazing moment," said Goodman. "Ending you high school career with a state championship is amazing, and going through that year only losing two games was incredible. It was fitting to end my high school career in the same place I will start my college career. Not many players get to do that."
Goodman tallied a game-high 15 points in La Salle's 44-26 win in the championship game, while also adding six rebounds, four assists and three blocks. It capped off an outstanding high school career that saw her earn Oregon 5A Player of the Year honors three times, and win two state titles.
The point guard was tabbed as a four-star recruit by ESPN, and was ranked the No. 12 player in the nation at her position. She ended her prep career with over 1,400 points, 750 assists, 550 rebounds and 375 steals.
"I think I'm a floor general," Goodman said of her strengths on the floor. "I see the court really well. My passing is one of my biggest strengths and I can knock down shots when needed."
The guard has joined fellow freshman Taya Corosdale in Oregon State's BEST program over the last several weeks, and the duo has quickly become close.
"I think we hit it off right from the beginning," Goodman said. "Since there are only two of us, I think it's an advantage that we get to spend so much time together. Before we even got here we were really good friends, so I think that's just continued to grow as the BEST program has gone on."
With their entire college career in front of them, Corosdale believes their relationship will help them both in life and in basketball.
"Aleah is very outgoing," Corosdale said. "She is really kind and has a big heart. Basketball-wise, she is really smart. It feels like she knows where everything is at all times."
In her free time, Goodman enjoys spending time with her family. As she continues her career in her home state, she looks forward to her parents being able to attend many of her home games. Goodman also looks forward to getting onto the floor with her teammates and coaches.
"I'm looking forward to being with the team. We've got a great group of players, and I'm excited to learn from them, and to be around them every day. I have a great relationship with Coach Rueck and the entire staff. When I came on my visit, it didn't even feel like a visit, it already felt like I was part of the team."
In her short time on campus, Goodman has already felt the support from the city of Corvallis, a trend she looks forward to continuing in the coming years.
"Thanks for Beaver Nation for all of the support, before we've even started our careers. I look forward to seeing some great crowds at Gill this season."
Follow @BeaverWBB on Twitter and Instagram for continued updates on Aleah Goodman and the entire Oregon State women's basketball team.
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