1. What got you into sports writing and radio work?
Growing up I consumed sports as if they were going out of fashion. I grew up
listening to Jim Rome and Colin Cowherd in my dad’s car; whether it was a drive to
school, a drive to the little league field or a simple errand run, my dad and I would
always listen to sports radio. Throughout elementary and middle school I realized
that writing was something I was passionate about, and when I realized that I could
combine my love of sports and my passion for writing into a possible career I knew
that I wanted to pursue that dream.
2. What is your favorite sport and why?
Baseball is my favorite sport. I picked up a bat and glove around the age of five
and didn’t put it down for the next 13+ years. I made some of my best friends
through playing America’s pastime and made some of my fondest memories from
my childhood on the diamond. In a sport that revolves around how often you fail –
you can get out 70% of the time and be considered an all-time great – I fell in love
with getting hits, making plays and striking people out.
3. What is your favorite sports moment?
I will never forget where I was when Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals was on.
Watching Lebron, Kyrie and company trudge back from a 3-1 deficit was cool
enough, but “the block” and “the shot” are two of the most exhilarating sports
moments I’ve ever seen, and I will always cherish the memory of watching that
game.
4. What is your favorite music?
I love the Grateful Dead, Widespread Panic and the jam band genre as a whole. The
on-stage improvisation in every song makes each listen a unique experience, and I
love picking up on a new aspect of a song after another listen.
5. What do you want to work in sports?
I want to be either a sports reporter or a sports broadcaster, whether it’s radio broadcast or television broadcast.
6. Where are some places you’d like to visit?
I would love to visit Japan, Italy or Switzerland. Europe as a whole intrigues me.
After visiting Czechia, Germany and the Netherlands last summer during a study
abroad program, I would love to explore all that Europe has to offer.
