Posted: Dec 03, 2024
OCTOBER Male Athlete of the Month: Isaiah Borders
Inspiring Growth and Success On and Off the Court
Clinton College is thrilled to honor Isaiah Borders as our October Athlete of the Month! With a passion for personal growth and a drive to succeed, Isiah exemplifies what it means to be a Golden Bear.
Meet Isaiah
When he's not making moves on the basketball court, Isaiah enjoys watching movies and sipping on energy drinks to stay refreshed and focused. A fan of action-packed performances, he admires Bruce Willis for his legendary roles.
When he's not making moves on the basketball court, Isaiah enjoys watching movies and sipping on energy drinks to stay refreshed and focused. A fan of action-packed performances, he admires Bruce Willis for his legendary roles.
Books, Goals, and Inspirations
Isiah finds guidance and motivation in The Quran, which he credits as a source of wisdom and strength. His ultimate goal is to become a successful business owner, driven by his vision of building something impactful for the future.
Isiah finds guidance and motivation in The Quran, which he credits as a source of wisdom and strength. His ultimate goal is to become a successful business owner, driven by his vision of building something impactful for the future.
Interestingly, Isiah looks to his older self as his greatest inspiration. Reflecting on the growth from who he used to be to who he is now inspires him to keep pushing forward.
Favorites and Dream Dinner Guests
When it comes to food, salmon tops Isaiah's list of favorites. If given the chance, he would love to have dinner with Denver Nuggets NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, whom he admires for his unique personality and incredible success. Borders would pick Jokic's brain to understand the habits that fuel his achievements.
When it comes to food, salmon tops Isaiah's list of favorites. If given the chance, he would love to have dinner with Denver Nuggets NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, whom he admires for his unique personality and incredible success. Borders would pick Jokic's brain to understand the habits that fuel his achievements.
Why Clinton College?
Clinton College offered him the chance to pursue a college degree without the barriers of SAT or ACT scores, a pivotal opportunity that he embraced wholeheartedly. The school's inclusivity and commitment to student success made it an easy choice for him.
Clinton College offered him the chance to pursue a college degree without the barriers of SAT or ACT scores, a pivotal opportunity that he embraced wholeheartedly. The school's inclusivity and commitment to student success made it an easy choice for him.
Memorable Moments at Clinton
-most cherished memory is traveling to the Virgin Islands, marking his first time leaving the country—a transformative experience. Another standout moment was winning the conference championship last year. Witnessing his teammates' joy and celebration after securing the victory and earning that championship ring was unforgettable.
-most cherished memory is traveling to the Virgin Islands, marking his first time leaving the country—a transformative experience. Another standout moment was winning the conference championship last year. Witnessing his teammates' joy and celebration after securing the victory and earning that championship ring was unforgettable.
A Champion in the Making
Isaiah Borders' journey at Clinton College is one of perseverance and growth. From his achievements on the basketball court to his personal aspirations, Isiah continues to inspire his peers and teammates to aim higher and achieve greatness.
Isaiah Borders' journey at Clinton College is one of perseverance and growth. From his achievements on the basketball court to his personal aspirations, Isiah continues to inspire his peers and teammates to aim higher and achieve greatness.
Let's cheer on Isaiah and the Golden Bears as they continue to chase excellence this season and on their upcoming road trip to the Virgin Islands for the UVI Classic.