What is your name? Tyler Russin
How old are you? 13
What is your occupation (if applicable)?
What grade are you in (if applicable)? 7th
Where do you attend school (if applicable) Hickory Ridge Middle School
What sport(s) do you play? Soccer and Weightlifting
Why did you first choose your sport? I started soccer early because I thought it was fun. I saw my cousins enjoy weightlifting and I wanted to do it too.
Why do you continue to play your sport? It drives me to be a better person
If you could achieve anything you wished for in your sport, what would it be? Medal at Youth Nationals
How important is achieving your sporting goals to you? Very Important
What is your favorite sports quote? “Practice like you’ve never won, play like you’ve never lost” -Michael Jordan
What emotions do you feel when you play well? Happy and proud
What is your favorite song to listen to prior to competing?
What is your favorite movie about sports? Rocky IV
How does being an athlete make you a better person? It helps me focus on my goals
What is the one thing you always do after a good performance? Eat a good meal
What do you do to calm your butterflies while you compete? Envision positive thoughts
If you could play another sport what would it be? Football
What age were you when you started your sport? Soccer (3) Weightlifting (10)
What is your favorite food to eat the night before a big competition? Starbucks Chocolate Frappe
Who inspired you as a young athlete? Kobe Bryant
What one word describes you? Easygoing
Who was your favorite coach and why? Hard question but I have 3: Brian Jones, James McCulloch and Dan Rose. They’ve pushed me to compete hard in and out of competition.
What do you give up to play sports? Free time
What is your favorite place to compete? On a big platform
What mental tool do you use under pressure? Just try to envision success
What is your favorite mantra? Try not to suck
Do you think attitude is a factor in winning? Yes
What image gets you ready to compete?
How does being an athlete inspire you to do good? It makes me want to be the best
How does athletics make you a better student or worker? It helps me to be organized and focus on the task at hand
