Vanguard University

The Athlete: Naheer comes to the VU basketball program in 2010 for his freshman year?joins the Lions from Paradise Valley High School in Phoenix, Arizona?graduated from PVHS in 2010 with an exceptional 3.9 GPA?has played hoops since he was eight?averaged 12 points, six assists, and over two steals per game for Coach Mark McGowan?holds the PVHS school records for free-throw percentage in a career and season, as well as assists in a single game?played travel basketball for Arizona's Finest?quick guard who has a strong handle?capable shooter?good teammate who is learning the college game?will redshirt the 2010-2011 season for VUSC.

The Person: Naheer was born in Sacramento, California, on January 10, 1992?parents are Alexander Mirza and Atouria Bodaghi?has one younger sister?nickname is "Rico", because he is smooth? pursuing a major in Business Administration at VUSC?likes to eat at "Roscoe's"?favorite color is blue and number is 11?plays the drums and takes naps when he is not playing basketball?thinks honesty is important?most respects his parents?has learned to hold his ground in life?hoops has taught him how to lead, work hard, and communicate?wants to own a basketball training facility.

His Thoughts: I chose to come to Vanguard because I just felt like it was the right place.

Coach Soliday's Comments: Naheer is a quality player with talent. He is quick, can see the floor, and plays hard. As he continues to learn, Naheer will become a very nice player.