Central College Athletics

Trey Melvin
Lawrence, Kan.
Class of 2023

Why did you choose Central?

I choose Central because instead of deciding where I wanted to go, I choose based on what I wanted to do. Central allowed me to play a sport, study abroad, receive a great education with the resources available to be successful in the future.

Favorite professor and why?

Crystal Bruntz because she makes class challenging and productive while giving examples of real-world accounting problems.

You’re majoring in accounting and business management because?

I like to deal with numbers.

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

Other than athletics I am involved in intramurals, and SAM. I also work in the sports information department.

Who are your go-to musical artists?

Bruce Springsteen, 21 Pilots and Lil Mosey

How has attending Central and playing a sport impacted your life?

Attending and playing a sport at Central has allowed me to get a fantastic education and compete at a high level.

What kind of phone was your first phone?

Verizon Slide Phone

if you were a famous wrestler, what would your stage name be?
 
Hawkeye
 
What is your guilty pleasure?

Eating Chipotle
 
Describe your perfect pizza?

Barbeque Chicken Pizza
 
Favorite TV Show

Parks and Recreation

What’s it like to play for Coach Ferrell?

Coach Ferrell has created a very energetic and passionate culture that allows his players to be and play like themselves.

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

The guys. When you have great teammates, the practice is more enjoyable and adds another layer to the greatness of the sport.

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

Ten years from now I hope to be working as a data analytics for a professional team.

Favorite food from Central Market

Big Red Burger

Bucket list

Own a Tesla
Travel the World
Meet David Dobrik and Danny Duncan
Go to Super Bowl
Go to all four tennis majors