Braelon Bush is a graduate student majoring in Physical Education from Silsbee, Texas. A product of Silsbee High School, Braelon now excels as a point guard at Prairie View A&M.
Braelon’s favorite NBA player is LeBron James, whom he admires for his exceptional versatility, basketball IQ, athleticism, and leadership. James’s commitment to his team and community, coupled with his consistent high-level performance, sets a standard for greatness both as an athlete and a role model.
His favorite all-time movie is "Home Alone," and he enjoys shrimp as his favorite food. Among holidays, Braelon values Christmas for the opportunity to enjoy family time and celebrate his faith.
To Braelon, being part of a team means collaborating with others towards a shared goal, leveraging each person’s strengths, and supporting one another through challenges. It involves sharing responsibilities, celebrating successes, and learning from each other to achieve better outcomes collectively.
He believes that today’s athletes face significant challenges such as mental health issues, injury prevention, balancing personal and professional life, and ensuring financial stability. One of his most memorable sports moments was winning back-to-back state championships, a testament to his dedication and teamwork.
In five years, Braelon hopes to see an increase in his salary as he advances in his career. His dream job is to become an NBA player. He chose Prairie View A&M because the program offers a supportive environment for player development, with a coaching staff dedicated to helping athletes improve their skills and advance their careers.
