Oct. 20, 2003

Interviewed by Drew Greiner,USC Sports Information

What is it like being a student – athlete?

It is fun and gratifying being a student athlete. You get to meet a lot of people and hang out with your teammates.

What is your favorite thing about USC?

The football games. The excitement of the game and the fans’ enthusiasm is hard to match.

What other sports do you like to watch?

College Football/Basketball, Professional Basketball

What place would you most like to visit?

Somewhere warm like the Mediterranean or Egypt

What is your most memorable moment as a rider?

Getting the opportunity to go to Nationals last year. It was a good experience.

What is your favorite part of equestrian?

Being around horses. The equestrian team keeps you around horses and involved in college.

What do you hope to do after graduation?

Pursue a profession (advertising) in Tampa, FLA until I get enough money to ride again.

What is your favorite TV show?

Friends and Will & Grace. The new show Coupling is also funny.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Having a job I enjoy and continue to ride horses. I also want to stay in touch with the people I have met here. I want to go to Florida first and eventually live in New York.

What competition are you most looking forward to this year?

I would like to compete in the Varsity events. I like the new format they are using.

What is it like competing for Coach Duncan?

The team has become a lot more competitive and intense since my freshman year.