Central College Athletics

Senior
Runnells, Iowa

Why Central?

My sister Allie was an All-American here in track and my high school wrestling coach was a national qualifier in wrestling. I've known coach Van Kley since I was in junior high so it all just made sense. 

Favorite professor and why?

Mary Stark. I've only had her for one class here at central but every time I win a match I get an email with a congratulations. She is one of the nicest people I have come across. 

In your iPod?

I listen to pretty much anything. Rock if I'm about to workout or country if I'm just sitting around. 

You’re majoring in exercise science because?

My major is exercise science because my ultimate goal is to become a physical therapist. I feel that I can take a lot from exercise science and apply it to PT. 

If you had to choose to live without one of your five senses, which one would you give up?

That's a tough one. Since I have to chose, I'll choose smell. 

What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?

Ramen noodle and barbecue sauce sandwich. Trust me it's a whole lot better than it sounds. 

Describe the worst summer job you have ever had?

The worst summer job I've ever had was at a cabinet manufacturing center. I was part of an assembly line for 10 hours a day and doing the same thing over and over again drove me crazy. 

Favorite sport besides wrestling

Underwater basket weaving 

What teammate has a potential career as a reality show star?

Jeremy Vester on Say Yes to the Dress

Best advice you’ve ever received from coach

Gotta be STINGY!!! 

Favorite TV Show

The Wonder Years. It's a pretty old show but still awesome. 

The one thing people don’t about Coach Van Kley

He will be there for you through the good times and bad. Whether you win or lose a crucial match his attitude towards you does not change. 

Why do you love Central wrestling?

As cliche as it sounds we really are one big dysfunctional family. 

“Ten years from now I’ll...”

Be living in a van down by the river 

Favorite food from Central Market

Mongolian. Don't tell coach but that's the real reason I came here. 

Bucket list

Have a 100 yard dash with David Hasselhoff on the beach