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Through seventh grade, Lexi Reddick was always in the front row of the class picture.

That seems hard to believe because the 6-foot-2 Reddick is an accomplished two-sport star who is averaging a double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds a game in basketball.

She also blocks three shots a game.

“I was only 5-5 at that point,” Reddick said. “Then I grew freakishly and now I’m taller than both of my parents.

“Not that I’m complaining because the added height comes in handy in sports.

“I’m kind of used to being 6-2 now. It’s hard to remember I was wasn’t 6-2.”

Q: Were you playing sports back when you were shorter?

A: I’ve played basketball it seems like my whole life. I would always go to Frogs Club One and shootaround with my dad. I was a point guard until eighth grade. Volleyball I didn’t even start until eighth grade and I’d already started this growing spurt.

Q: Was basketball the only thing you played in your younger years?

A: In second grade I played softball and did dance.

Q: What kind of dance?

A: I did hip-hop and ballet.

Q: You did ballet?

A: In my shorter days. I haven’t tried to get up on my toes in a long time.

Q: Are you a basketball player who plays volleyball or a volleyball player who plays basketball?

A: Once this basketball season is over, I’ll become a volleyball player in college.

Q: Do you like playing in the paint in basketball?

A: There’s a lot that goes on in there the refs never see. If you don’t like it, don’t play.

Q: Isn’t it frustrating when the referees rarely call fouls with all the contact in the paint?

A: A lot of times we get fouls called, I think, because we’re taller. Other times, I think they don’t call fouls because we’re so tall. Yes, it does get frustrating. I admit I’ve retaliated a few times.

Q: If you like basketball so much, why are you going to be a volleyball player at the next level?

A: Volleyball is a lot different because there is no contact. You can just play the game and not worry about getting fouled all the time.

Q: How difficult is it going to be to walk away from basketball?

A: I’ve played for so long, I’m not looking forward to that last day on the court. I know the last game is out there and not really that far off now. It won’t be a fun day because I’ve grown up around basketball and having my dad coach me all my life.

Q: Was it difficult to adjust to playing basketball at Del Norte and club volleyball at Coast Volleyball Club at the same time?

A: I can make both work, but the first year was interesting. Going to bed early and doing homework are not very comparable. I’m glad I wasn’t also playing water polo or swimming. I’m not a morning person, so those 5 a.m. practices would he tough to make. I also don’t do well in water.

Q: Have you settled on where you’re going next year?

A: I’m looking at more West Coast schools. I’d go anywhere to play and learn to live in a different area around different people with different lifestyles.

Q: Are you looking forward to graduation?

A: I’m trying to make good use of the time that’s left. How come senior year goes so fast? I still feel like a freshman. It seems like I was a freshman a year or two ago instead of three years.

LEXI REDDICK

High school: Del Norte.

Sport: Girls basketball, girls volleyball.

Born: June 3, 1995 in San Diego.

Year: Senior.

Accomplishments: In basketball, she was first-team All-Valley League in 2011 and ’12. In volleyball, she was second-team All-Valley League in 2010, first-team all-league in ’11 and Player of the Year in the Valley League in ’12.

QUICK HITS

Who would you put on speed dial: Beyonce, Kerri Walsh, Oprah Winfrey, Steve Nash, Mike Krzyzewski.

Favorite pizza: Pepperoni.

Sport you would never watch: Soccer.

If you could have a last meal: Sushi.

If you had three wishes, what would you wish for: Live on a beach, have smaller feet, live in Australia.

Most embarrassing singer on iPod: Justin Bieber.

What three things would you want on a deserted island: My cellphone, a volleyball, endless supply of food.

Talent you’d love to have: Sing.

Favorite basketball team: North Carolina.

Favorite gym: Canyon Crest.

If you could time travel, would you go to the past or the future: Past.

Favorite restaurant: Souplantation.

Best moment in athletic career: Beating San Dieguito Academy in the volleyball semifinals this year.

What do you want to be when you grow up: Sports broadcaster.

Favorite class: Government.

Your ideal car or truck: Mini Cooper.

What TV show do you hate to miss: “Pretty Little Liars.”

Favorite reality TV show: “Real Housewives of Orange County.”

Favorite sports movie: “Coach Carter.”

Favorite cartoon as a youngster: SpongeBob SquarePants.

Biggest pet peeve: People who chew with their mouths open.

Biggest fear: Heights.

Superstitions: Always wear No. 10.