Jock Talk with high
How were you feeling about the track and field
nationals beforehand? I was really nervous actually — I’m
not normally like that. It was just totally off-the-wall, and a
lot of excitement.
What did you think of the competition there?
Totally surreal. It was a huge experience for sure, and it was
almost more fun just being there watching everyone else than
actually jumping (laughs).
How do you feel about your team’s performance?
We were awesome. There were a ton of [personal bests] that weekend;
everyone performed well and I thought it was cool.
Were you confident going into the event?
I was confident — not necessarily confident that I was going
to medal; I didn’t expect that at all. But I was confident
in my ability to make my jumps and perform at the level that I
know I can.
In the beginning of the season, was it intimidating competing
as a rookie?
I honestly didn’t know what to expect. It was my first time
ever getting into track and field at all, and I just thought it
was so intense at first. It was very easy to adjust though. Everyone
on the team made it a smooth transition for me.
What got you into high jump?
In high school it was kind of something to do in the spring. The
high jump season was in between basketball and all the other
sports, and I first thought it was just something to keep in
Are you afraid of heights?
How high can you “scissor?”
Not very high. It’s weird, I can actually scissor higher
with an approach from the [side opposite the one] I normally take
off on. I don’t know why that is, but either way I can’t
scissor all that high.
What do you think of Western’s chances next season?
I think we’ll have a good shot. It’s great that we
will have the relay team back again next year, and it also helps
that [the University of] Windsor loses [runner] Ryan McKenzie.
Of course, a lot is going to depend on how recruiting goes, but
I still think we’ll have a solid chance.
What’s your favourite part about competing?
I love right before doing a jump, just getting so stoked about
getting high. It’s the anticipation part of it that is
What celebrity would you like to jump over?
Hmmm, any and all of them.
Do you have any routines or pre-game rituals before a big meet?
No, I just go out there and jump.
Who do you think would win in a fight: Robin Williams or Bill
Cosby? I’ll go with Robin Williams, but it’s gotta
be pre-Patch Adams (laughs).