URBANA — The halfcourt scrimmage became heated as Uni High basketball practice neared its end at Kenney Gym on Tuesday, and senior Varun Chopra was among the most vocal players.
The 6-foot-2 senior jogged toward his coach and moved his hands up and down with his palms facing toward the court, signifying that a player on the opposing team double-dribbled. The next play, he caught the ball several feet behind the three-point line and let loose, burying the shot before he turned, back to the basket and unleashing a howl.
This is the version of Chopra that shows up on the basketball court.