Student-Athlete of the Week - Nicole Youman
Oct. 22, 2008
Name: Nicole Youman Sport: Field Hockey Post-college ambition: Sports Psychology Person with greatest influence in athletic career: Parents Biggest thrill in sports: Setting tough goals and achieving them with your team Athlete you most admire: I admire hard work, passion, and dedication. What impresses you most about your coach: Her positive outlook and passion for the sport and our team. What has been your biggest obstacle to overcome: Injuries Hobbies and outside interests: Sleeping Pre-competition superstition: Putting on my shin pads last. Favorite movies: The Holiday and The Guardian Favorite TV shows: One Tree Hill Favorite musical artist: Goo Goo Dolls Favorite foods: Thai, Ice Cream Favorite class: Anything that involves going outside Favorite book: Rachel's Cookbook Favorite funny movie quote: "Do you want to see my pencil trick." Person you'd most like to meet: Lance Armstrong Words that describes you best are: Passionate, determined, composed Best advice you've gotten about sports: "The harder you work, the luckier you get." What people should know about you but probably don't: I grew up on a farm If you could have dinner with three people (current, historical or fictional), who would it be: Cameron Diaz, Aymar, Zac Effron Why you chose U of L: The main reason was my talk with Coach Bustin, but also the program, facilities, and team. Best part of being an athlete: Being part of a team and the lifestyle! The moment you realized you were really good at your sport: When I was playing against Nikki Hudson If you won the lottery, you would use the money for: A big holiday The strangest thing that has ever happened to you while you were competing in your sport: I was bitten by a bee
What is your favorite place you have ever visited: Darwin, Australia What is your favorite season or seasons of the year (spring, summer, etc.): Summer |
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