Dec. 15, 2003

Interviewed by Drew Greiner,USC Sports Information

What is it like being a student-athlete?

It is hard to keep up with your studies, but you also get to meet other people that you wouldn’t probably meet otherwise.

What is your favorite thing about USC?

The weather. I like the weather here because it is considerably warmer than my home state of New Jersey.

What other sports do you like to watch/attend besides equestrian?

The USC football team. I also like to go to the basketball games as well as the USC volleyball team.

What is your most memorable moment as a rider?

It was probably last year at our home show when I received the High-Point Rider.

What is your favorite part of equestrian?

The competition part of equestrian, I am very competitive and want to do well when I compete.

What place would you most like to visit?

I would love to go to Paris and do a tour of Europe. I would also like to go to Australia if I had the chance.

What are your plans for after graduation?

I definitely want to find a job and settle down in a nice location. I would like to live in North Carolina if things work out.

Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?

I would want to start a career that I would enjoy and possibly start a family if the timing is right.

What is your favorite TV show?

Will & Grace, Friends, The O.C.

What competition are you most looking forward to?

The scrimmage against Georgia is what I am looking forward to.

What is it like competing for Coach Humphrey?

It is great competing for Coach Humphrey because we have a good understanding of what needs to be done and then I go out and do it.