What were the major contributing factors in your decision to attend Pacific Lutheran University?
One reason why I came to PLU was because it’s only 30 minutes away from my hometown, Orting. I wanted to be away from home but not too far. Another reason I came here was because my friend and high school football teammate, Sean McIlraith, was also going to come to PLU and play football. I knew I would feel more comfortable rooming with someone I’ve been friends with since middle school.

How has your family helped to you get where you are athletically?
My athletic genes came from my dad who played football and baseball along with other sports in high school. Ever since I was little my dad encouraged me to play as many sports as possible and to have fun while competing. My brother is two years older than me so I always got to play football and other sports with him and his friends, which toughened me up since they were always bigger than I was. My dad’s involvement and competing against my brother and his friends helped me to be the athlete I am today.

What has been your favorite class at PLU?
My favorite class would have to be Sports Psychology of Physical Activity. This class was not the easiest, but Dr. Hacker always had topics that sparked my interests.

What are your plans after college?
After college I would like to play football somewhere. If that doesn’t work out for me then I want to be involved with sports anyway possible. I would also like to be a receivers coach at a high school as well.

Has it been difficult to balance athletics with academics?
No, I always strive to get my homework done ahead of time.

When your athletic career is all said and done, what is it that you would want people to say about you?
I would like people to say that I always competed hard and that I never gave up; that I was an exciting player who always made big plays and that I wasn’t just a great athlete, but a great friend as well.

Describe your hometown and what you miss most about it.
Orting, my hometown, is a small city near Puyallup. The thing I miss most about my hometown is the small city atmosphere. Living in Tacoma there is a lot of traffic and crime whereas in Orting there isn’t much of either.

What is your favorite place on campus?
My favorite spot on campus would have to be either the fitness center or the UC. The fitness center allows me to workout or play basketball with my buddies and the UC is always a great place since I love food.

What is your favorite pre and post game snack?
A bag of skittles and a can of pop. It gives me all of my energy.

What is your favorite restaurant in Tacoma?
Wagon Wheel by far. They have great service, great food, and offer twenty percent off to PLU students.

What song is playing on your ipod before a game?
Kanye West - Stronger
It is actually my ringtone as well.

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