Homero Rangel
- Grade: 11
- Sport(s): Track and Cross country
- Age Started Playing: 12 years old
Questions
How would other people describe you as an athlete?
That I take it seriously.
How and why did you start playing?
Saw people doing it and thought I could too, so I did.
Describe how you prepare before a game/tournament.
Not over train or overdo myself and eat well.
For people that have never played your sport, what do you think the average person gets wrong about it?
They think it’s easy and just running, it’s more than that.
What personal superstitions or traditions do you have before, during or after a game?
I don’t have one, I just get anxious and nervous.
Tell us about your favorite memory as an athlete either on or off the field.
Going to district with all of the track team, hanging out, eating, and having fun even if we lose.
Tell us the story about what you are most proud of yourself for.
Proud that I’ve been consistently doing track for 4 years now.
As an athlete, who is someone you are thankful for and why?
My teammate and friend Leo, has been there with me always, every track, cross country, practice or meet, being a good and funny friend.
What advice would you give to your younger self when you began playing?
Keep pushing forward.
What’s on your sports bucket list?
Get a metal at district.
Favorites
- Pre-Game Meal: Blueberries with yogurt
- Post-Game Meal: Chicken Nuggets
- Exercise: Leg workouts
- Practice: Block
- Hype Music: K-Pop, ” BLACKPINK”
- Sports Movie/TV Show: “Amazing World of Gumball”
- Coach: Jason Banes
