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Brad DiLeo

  • Award
    Central Close-Up
  • Week Of
    8/22/2019
  • Sport
    Men's Tennis
  • Bio
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Sophomore
Iowa City, Iowa

Why did you chose Central?


I chose Central because I knew I wanted to play tennis in college. When I went to visit I felt like this was home for me. The community and the staff were very welcoming me to me when I visited.

Favorite professor and why?

My favorite professor is Tammy Strawser because she is always willing to help her students and she always has a positive attitude. 

You’re majoring in __________ because? 

I have not decided major yet because I am exploring options that would be a good fit for me. 

Besides athletics, what else are you involved in on campus? 

I am involved in CAB, Best Buddies, Dance Marathon and a student ambassador for admission office

Who are your go-to musical artists?

My go to musical artists are Walk The Moon and Marshmello 

What did you do for work and for fun in the summer of 2019?

For work, I teach tennis at the Hawkeye Tennis And Recreation Center. For fun, I went to visit my cousins in New Jersey for a week. 

If you could live in a book, movie, or tv show, what would it be and why? 

I would be a part of Impractical Jokers because I would like to participate in the jokes that guys do for the show. 

What would you do if you were the president of your own country? Also, what would the country be called? 

If I were president of my own country I would help people that are in need or that don’t have a lot of supplies. 
 
What is one thing you miss about being a kid?

I miss hanging out and playing with my brother David. 

Favorite movie?

My favorite movie is Wonder. 

Favorite TV show

My favorite TV Show is Impractical Jokers. 

What’s it like to compete for Coach Ferrell?

I love competing for Coach Ferrell because he is a very positive and has a lot of energy. He gives good coaching advice that can help you become a better tennis player. 

What’s your favorite part about being a member of Central tennis? 

I love all the guys on the tennis team because they are really funny and fun to hangout with they always make practice really fun for me. 

What do you hope to be doing 10 years from now?

I hope to continue playing the sport tennis. I also would like to coach the sport tennis. 

Favorite food from Central Market

My favorite food at the Central Market is the pizza

Bucket list

Go to Hawaii 
Go on Cruise 
Meet a Professional Tennis Player
 


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