Todd Beamer High School senior Muhanad Basmeh, basketball, is the Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week for Dec. 2.

Q: What is your favorite subject/class in school?

A: Math.

Q: What hobbies do you enjoy outside of your sport?

A: Spending time with family and friends.

Q: Who is the person in your life that has helped you succeed the most?

A: My mom, she is always there by my side.

Q: If you could have dinner with anyone (living or from the past), who would it be?

A: Kobe Bryant, to try and get as much knowledge as possible.

Q: Describe your pre-game ritual:

A: Listen to music, stretching and get practice shots up.

Q: Song you currently can’t stop listening to?

A: “Paint The Sky Red” by Rod Wave.

From the sidelines: TBHS senior Muhanad Basmeh is a team captain and had 13 points in the Titans’ first game of the season, a victory 69-61 at Puyallup. MuMu is a leader and a joy to coach. You never have to coach his effort.