This week we are able to learn more about Mirjam Nikolai, a member of Estonian National Team and this season she has switched the team from Tartu University to Tallinn University and is the captain of the team. 

What kind of rituals you have before the games?

I always eat the same thing - pasta with chicken. And I like to take a walk right before the game.

How do you motivate yourself before the games?

I don't have to motivate myself in any particular way, I want to win every game and the will to win motivates to give hundred percent every game.

Do you have anything you dislike about basketball?

I don't like warm-up before games, it makes me nervous, but the feeling passes as soon as the game starts.

In your eyes, what's the difference between men's and women's basketball?

Women play more passionately!

Have you done any other sports besides basketball?

I was dancing from the age of 3, but at the age of 12 I went to basketball practice and stayed there. Probably because I'm very competitive. For some years I stopped playing basketball and went back to dancing - I still love it, but something brought me back to basketball again.

Tell us something about you

One of my hobbies is handicraft, mainly knitting. My friend and I have a brand named Muff, You can find our stuff in facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handmadebymuff

Tell us something unique that a lot of people don't know about you

I can't eat pineapple - it's disgusting.

What is the funniest thing that has ever happened to you?

I'm 178 cm tall and I'm a center!

What would be your favourite breakfast on Sunday morning?

Breakfast that I could eat in peace and quiet without my adorable daughter tying to eat it before me.

Do you have anything else you would like to tell your fans?

I hope you all enjoy the season and come to see my team play!