But playing basketball at the next level has always been in the back of his mind.
This summer, Davidson came one step closer to his dream at only 15 years old, getting a chance to hone his skills and play against some of the best players in the state of California.
 Brian Davidson, number 33, blocks out a player during a game against the Basketball Travelers held at Loyola Marymount University in California early this summer. The game took place in the Sweet 16. Team Chandler was victorious and advanced to the Final 8 and then onto the Final 4 for the tournament. (Courtesy Photo) Advertisement |
“It was just luck,” Davidson said. “He (head coach Jarvis Tuner) just walked up to my dad and I and asked if I was interested in playing for his team. I thought that was pretty cool but didn’t think he would actually call me.”
A few weeks later Davidson received that call.
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