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Student-Athlete Spotlight: Pooh Williams

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AT A GLANCE
Name: Pooh Williams
School: Utah State
Sport: Basketball
Number: 5
Position: Guard/Forward
Year: Sophomore
Major: Physical Education
Hometown: Federal Way, Wash.

Q: When and why did you start to play basketball?
I started playing basketball when I was five years old with my brothers.

Q:  What other sports did you play growing up?

Just basketball.

Q: Why did you choose Utah State?
Because of the great coaching staff, the fans, and the fact that Utah State wins a lot of basketball games.

Q: What is your favorite childhood memory?

The first time I went camping.

Q: What do you still hope to accomplish as a student athlete?
Get my degree.

Q: What's on your iPod?
Lil Wayne

Q: What do you like to do when you are away from the court?
Rest and talk with family.

Q: Name your favorite class.
Methods of Coaching

Q: What is your game day routine?
Eat, shower, take a nap, and then get to the gym early.

Q: What are your expectations for your team this season?
To play as hard as we can every game.

Q: What is your favorite television show?
Jamie Foxx.

Q: Who has been the biggest influence in your life?

My parents.

Q: What do you want to do after college?
Play professional basketball.

Q: What is the best advice you have ever received?

You can go anywhere you want if you put your all into it.

Q: Who is your favorite athlete (professional)?

Kobe Bryant.

Q: If Hollywood were to make a movie about your life, which actor/actress would play your role?

Jamie Foxx.

Q: If you were to win a million dollars what would be your first purchase?  

A house for my mom and dad.

Q: Describe the perfect meal.
Anything with fried chicken.