Munising’s Trevor Nolan looks over the defense against Rudyard in a Division 4 regional contest on March 5, 2024 at Manistique High School. (Daily Press file photo)

HERMANSVILLE — Munising senior Trevor Nolan has verbally committed to play basketball for Bay College this fall. Nolan is competing at the 86th Gold Medal Classic this week. Daily Press sportswriter Adam Hinch got a chance to speak to Nolan about Bay and his basketball career.

Adam Hinch: What made you choose Bay?

Trevor Nolan: I talked to some other colleges but Bay showed a lot of interest and it’s close to home and that was my number one choice.

AH: What got you into basketball?

TN: I grew up around the sport my dad and uncle played and it’s been in my life since I was a young kid.

AH: Do you follow March Madness and what is your team?

TN: I do follow it and I was hoping that Michigan would take it, but it’s fun to watch.

AH: Who did you look up to as a kid playing basketball?

TN: Cade Contreras, who played for Munising and also went to Bay, and Kane Knebel were both big influences on me growing up.

AH: What is your favorite part of the basketball season?

TN: Being with my teammates and coaches we are all just like another family.

AH: What did you think of the Bay campus?

TN: I love it. It definitely feels like it could be home and I’m very impressed and can’t wait to get there.

AH: What do you think of Bay head coach Matt Johnson?

TN: He’s a great guy. He has coached me since I was in sixth grade and I have learned so much from him.

AH: What was your favorite moment from your high school career?

TN: Winning the state championship and celebrating with my teammates, coaches and community was super amazing.

AH: How did it feel to hit the 1,000 point mark in your high school career?

TN: It was awesome. It was a dream of mine growing up and even better knowing that my teammates helped me accomplish it.

AH: How do you feel getting to extend your career past high school?

TN: I am very excited. I’m looking forward to it and it’s a great opportunity.

AH: What are you planning to study at Bay College?

TN: I’m going to study for physical therapy. I have gone through it myself and it’s something I think I would be good at.