One very happy fan

So let me first start off by saying I am still floored by this. I have been a fan of this lady for quite some time and an even bigger fan of the WNBA (15th season kicks off June 3rd). There are not many moments in life where you will be able to say "how cool is or how cool was that" and really mean it. I know I'm beating around the bush a little bit.

Oh let me give props to social media because it has given me an opportunity to do some things that I honestly never imagined being possible (get ya minds out the gutter people). Okay here it is....

Oh wait I forgot to tell you this part. So WNBA star Cheryl Ford aka The Lip gloss Diva aka Ms Double Double aka Ms Watch Me Work took time out of her busy overseas basketball grind to answer some questions from a very persistent and dedicated fan (yes ME). Now mind you I had no idea how she would respond when I asked her about doing this. All I knew was I had to give it a shot. When she agreed I almost hit the floor. Yeah some of you might think this isn't a big deal and she is just a regular person (which she truly is). Matter fact let me just say, C. Ford gets 2 thumbs up from me because she is humble, dedicated, beautiful, spiritual, kind, caring, hard working and BEAST on the basketball court. TeamFord all day respect it! For those that don't know C. Ford has been away from the WNBA for a little while but 2011 season SHE'S BACK!

So with the help of some other TeamFord members I complied a list of questions to ask her. It is the hope that this won't end here and I will have other exclusive things to share with you all. Okay in no particular order here is the Q&A with Cheryl Ford

Q: What is your most memorable basketball moment up until this point? And why does it stand out for you?
A: my most memorable moment was winning the WNBA championship in 2003. and it stands out to me cause i had both parents in attendance to watch me win it.

Q: If not basketball what would The Diva be doing?
A: Coaching or owning my own clothing/shoe store

Q: Favorite place to eat and/or favorite meal to eat?
A: First my mom/granny kitchen, Benihanna and Chow Baby

Q: What are you looking forward to this upcoming 2011 season? Any thoughts on where you want to end up?
A: Definitely want to stay on the east coast and what I'm looking forward to is number one just staying healthy and just coming in a doing whatever it takes for me to help the team to the championship

Q: Who is the toughest player you have had to guard? And what was it about them?
A: Lisa Leslie and just her knowledge of the game and her great skills

Q: Tell us what is the biggest misconception of you? How do you deal with that?
A: That I'm not as good as media makes me out to be. but i just continue to pray and do what has gotten me to this point. Stats don't lie.

Q: In your Rookie Year(2003) was it hard to adjust to being the "go to" player and was that received well by your teammates?
A: I wasn't the "go to" player. I just knew my role and went out and tried to do it.

Q: Your the only player to receive Rookie of the Year and a WNBA championship in the same year. Does that still make you smile?
A: Definitely makes me smile truly a blessing

Q: What does a typical day off look like for Cheryl Ford?
A: Day off for me consist of running errands if i have any and just chilling. Maybe shopping.

Q: Where did the name DIVA come from?
A: Hmmm Im not quiet sure where diva came from. I think Mrs Monique Rice.

Q: What position are you most comfortable playing on the court? And how has your game changed since your LaTech days?
A: Most comfy with the 4 and the 5 position and I think just the knowledge of the game and I've developed some more moves down low.

Q: Which current or upcoming player do you see with a game similar to yours? And what advice would you offer her?
A: I would definitely have to say Tina Charles. I call her my "mini me" and just for her to develop a few more moves down low. Like she is a beast right now but she get a couple more moves she will be the best center in the game.

Q: What is the snack food you can't live without?
A: Fruit! I love love love fruit

Q: Which of the 3 championships was the sweetest?
A: The first one

Q: What did you miss most about being away from the league?
A: Nothing I actually enjoyed my summer off and needed the break.

Q: Three words that your friends would use to describe you?
A: spoiled, independent and a sweet heart

Q: Biggest celebrity crush (no ball players)?
A: Ha aww man. lol ok ok Idris Elba

Q: Out of the numerous reality shows that are out there, which one could you see yourself on and why?
A: Bad Girls Club. Ha it speaks for itself...

Q: What lesson do you feel you've learned through all the injuries and time away from the league?
A: God can take it all away in a blink of an eye...

Q: Hardest city to play in and why?
A: Never thought any city was hard for me to play in Iwas always up to play no matter what city I guess that's the competitive part in me. when I go to cities I'm about my business and that is winning games.

Q: What is the best piece of advice you have been given, that you would like to share with us?
A: When I step out on the bball court to give my all 100 percent cause you can't get it back when the game is over! So just leave it all out there. "What I've kept I've lost forever"

That was just a glimpse into the life of Cheryl Ford and trust me this is only the tip of the iceberg. I would like to say again, that I am truly grateful to Cheryl for taking the time to fulfill a fans request. If you are a twitter fanatic follow Cheryl @Southernchick35 and also if you are a TeamFord fan make sure your check out the TeamFord store and pick up your official TeamFord t-shirt at  http://343433.spreadshirt.com/