- Grade: 11
- Sport: Color guard
- Position: Junior officer
- Age Started Playing: 14
How would other people describe you?
Other people normally describe me as bubbly or someone who can make people laugh just by being myself.
How and why did you start playing?
I started doing color guard because when I was in 8th grade I saw them perform during half time and I was mesmerized by it.
Describe how you prepare before a game.
The way I prepare before performing is by talking to myself and trying to stay calm and positive.
What do you think your reputation is as an athlete?
My reputation as an athlete is long. I have done so many different things and I definitely am a dancer. I grew up dancing and I still am. I think it’s gotten a lot bigger with all my new abilities.
What personal superstitions or traditions do you have before, during or after a game?
One of my personal traditions that I do is I will sing California Girls by Katie Perry to myself or with a friend. I’ve been doing it since my freshman year.l
Tell us about your favorite memory as an athlete either on or off the field.
Honestly my favorite memory is going to New York City. It was definitely worth it. I remember having so much fun in the hotel room and walking around.
Tell us the story about what you are most proud of yourself for.
I am most proud of myself because I kept pushing through life even after I had trauma and when I was on the edge of giving up.
Who is someone you are thankful for and why?
I am most thankful for my mom. She is my biggest supporter and she is the light of my day when I need someone. She has done so much for me and has sacrificed so much to get me where I am now.
What advice would you give to people that may want to play your sport?
The advice I would give is everyone learns at different speeds and if you take longer to get something then that’s fine. Good things take time so don’t rush.
What’s on your bucket list?
The thing that’s on my bucket list is to go see the world and experience life before I get too old.
Favorites
- Post Game Meal: Burgers
- Exercise: Squats
- Song: Bulls in the Bronx-Pierce The Veil
- TV Show: Monster High:Boo York, Boo York
- Color: Pink
