Phoenisha Schuhmeier feature athlete interview – signed with UC Riverside
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1. Why did you decide to sign with UC Riverside?
I chose UCR because it is a beautiful school. It was far from home, but not too far. The coaches were nice and I hear they are really good coaches.
2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?
It is an exciting feeling being a student-athlete. You get first priority in choosing classes, a lot of people look up to you, and you get to compete at a high level.
3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?
When getting recruited, don’t sign too fast. I didn’t sign until after school was over. I kept my options open and I’m glad I did, because I made the best decision of my life.
4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?
Lisa Leslie is my sports idol. She was a very talented basketball star and she had a great personality. She knew how to control herself and put God first.
5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?
I would like to make all the invitational meets by hitting a good mark. I would like to PR all the time so I can get better. I would also like to finish school in 4 years with a sociology degree.
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