How old were you when you started gymnastics?
I began gymnastics when I was 2.5 years old and I started competing when I was 8.
What is your favorite event and why?
My favorite event is beam because I can show my grace and artistry skills while performing skills that not many people have the courage to do.
What is fun and special about collegiate gymnastics?
Collegiate gymnastics shines a light on what it means to be a good gymnast, student, as well as a teammate. You get to put on a show for thousands of fans and show them why you love gymnastics and Arizona.
What made U of A stand out when you were being recruited?
U of A stood out to me because of it's amazing sense of community. Everywhere on campus there is a place for each person to find their niche. I fell in love with the campus and the warm weather as well as the amazing nursing program that will hopefully carry me to become a NICU nurse one day.
Who is your favorite professional athlete and why?
My favorite professional athlete is Bethany Hamilton because she underwent a very traumatic experience of losing her arm yet she never let it stop her from pursuing the sport she loved. In addition, she used her struggles to preach to others in order to help them in their lives, all while remaining humble and grounded in her faith.
What is your dream job after college?
My dream job after college is to be a NICU nurse practitioner at a major hospital.
Do you have any siblings?
I have a younger brother named Ryan who is 15 and a younger sister, Sarah, who is ten.
Who is your celebrity crush?
My celebrity crush is Chris Pratt.
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hat is a hobby you have outside of gymnastics?
I love to try new activities like yoga, dance, and Zumba, as well as find cute coffee shops and explore new cities.
What is your favorite GymCat memory thus far?
My favorite GymCat memory so far has been our team meeting after the coaching shift because I feel like we all bonded through that tough experience. It also set our mindset for what we want to accomplish this season and it was amazing to be in that environment for the first time because I have pictured it for so long, so for it to be coming true is unreal.
Pick one:
Sports: Football or basketball?
Basketball
Classes: Math or English?
Math
Season: Summer or Winter?
Summer
Food: Tacos or pizza?
Tacos
Music: Pop or country?
Pop