I'm Ivery Bell, and This Is How I Play

Syosset UH player Ivery Bell is entering his 8th season of Ultimate Hoops league play. We've been dying to know how this UH champion balances his UH life with the real world living in Long Island, NY.

What time do you get up on UH game days?

No change to my normal wake times which can range from 4am to 8am.

What's the first thing you do when you wake up?

Brush, shower, shave.

What does your game day breakfast meal consist of?

Cup of coffee and a banana.

Do you do anything differently at your day job on game days?

Try to finish a little early.

My usual pre-game meal is…

Whatever wifey makes for dinner only I go light.

How soon after your game do you check uhlife.com ?

Sometimes the same night when I get home sometimes when I get around to it.

What do you like to do after your game to wind down?

Since this is a family show I'll let you use your imagination!

What is on your pre-game music playlist?

Sometimes Rap. Sometimes R&B. Sometimes Gospel. Different artists. It depends on my mood.

Any crazy superstitions on game day you must adhere to?

Nope!

What do you pack in your UH Game Day duffle bag?

Bottle of water.

In the few hours after work and before my UH game I like to….

Relax.

When I arrive at Life Time Fitness on game night, my usual dress attire consists of...

Sweats and my ball gear.

Any tips or tricks you are willing to share?

Stay focused. Make adjustments. Work on your game.

I would love to have _____ answer these questions.

Dave Gurewicz


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