BEFORE SIENA:
- Starred at DeSoto High School
- Three-time District 11-6A MVP
- Three-time All-Academic District selection
- One-time All-State honoree
- Two-time TABC All-Region selection
- Recorded 2,000 points in three seasons
- Played for Team Southwest
PERSONAL:
- Born on November 5th
- Daughter of Ricardo Diaz and Monica De Leon
- Planning to major in accounting
- Also enjoys soccer
- Chose Siena for the environment, campus, and people
THE DIAZ FILES
Nickname: Dany
Instagram Handle: dany1_diaz
Major: Accounting
Dream Job: Professional Basketball Player and Trader
A fun fact about me is: I'm Mexican and I don’t like spicy
Why I chose to become a Saint: The family atmosphere, great academics, and the opportunity to compete at a high level in basketball
What I like most about Siena University: The people, the campus and the opportunities
What I like most about Siena Basketball:The culture, competitiveness, and the relationships built within the team
What I like most about Coach Primm: His mindset; he really cares about his players and he will push me to be my best every day
Goal(s) for the upcoming season: Win
the Metro championship, play in the NCAA Tournament, improve every day, and make a positive impact on and off the court
My pregame routine consists of: Listening to music, stretching and make some shots, staying focused, and visualizing success
My pregame hype song is: Hall of Fame (feat. Will.i.am)
My biggest fan is: My mom and dad
The person I look up to the most (and why): My parents because they have always supported me and taught me the value of hard work
My hobbies are: Watch sports, listen to music and play video games
Three words that best describe me: Resilient, Competitive and Dedicated
The best advice I ever received was: Control what you can control and Put God first and everything will fall into place
If I could meet anyone in the world, it would be (and why): Caitlin Clark because I admire her confidence, work ethic and the impact she has had on women’s basketball
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would go to (and why): Hawaii because I love the beach
If I was stuck on a deserted island and could bring only one thing, it would be: A knife
If I could have dinner with any three people – dead or alive – they would be: Kobe Bryant, Messi and Caitlin Clark
Favorites
TV Show: Gossip Girl
Movie: McFarland, USA
Song: Wonderwall
App: TikTok
Sports Team: Dallas Mavericks and Barcelona
Athlete: Messi
Celebrity: Bad Bunny
Animal: Dolphin
Car: Jeep Wrangler
Vacation spot: Hawaii
Food: Sushi and Tacos
Ice cream flavor: Cookies & cream
Color: White
