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Student-Athlete Spotlight: Lindsey Smart

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Lindsey Smart

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Name:
Lindsey Smart
University: Utah State
Sport: Soccer
Number: #9
Year: Senior
Major: Exercise Science
Hometown: Sandy, Utah

Q: When and why did you start to play soccer?
A: I started playing sports when I was about 6 years old to get rid of all my energy, but I tried out for club soccer cause my best friend was doing it and her mom made me.

Q:  What other sports did you play growing up?
A:  I did competitive gymnastics until I was 13 years old.

Q: Why did you choose to attend Utah State?
A:  I choose Utah State because I have a lot of family invested in Utah State University and I thought it was a good fit for me. I knew I could make an impact and I thought it was a soccer program that was headed in a positive direction.

Q: What is your favorite childhood memory?
A:  My favorite childhood memories involve going to Lake Powell every year with family and friends.

Q:  What do you consider your greatest accomplishment so far as a student-athlete?
A:  Receiving WAC freshman of the Year has been my biggest accomplishment because I am a defender and usually those awards don't go to us.

Q: What do you still hope to accomplish as a student-athlete?
A:  I want to have a fun last season, and win the WAC tournament so our team can go to the NCAA tournament. I also want to Graduate:

Q: What's on your iPod?
A:  I have a lot of music on my ipod cause I like a lot of different types of music. I really like chill music like the Fray, Snow Patrol, Imogen Heap, Sia…but I also like crazy dancing music and RAP!

Q: What do you like to do when you are away from the field?
A:  Well besides school work, I love to shop, play cards and board games, read, and just have fun!

Q:  If you had to live on a desert island for a year and could only take three items with you, what would you take?
A:  I would definitely take my pink, raggedy, baby blanket that I love to sleep with. A frozen yogurt machine because I love frozen Yogurt and my lap top!

Q: Name your favorite class…
A:  My favorite class is probably Mental Aspects of sports performance and Human Anatomy!

Q: What is your game day routine?
A:  My game routine involves taking an Ice bath if it is a late game, eating a turkey sandwich, taking a nap and listening to pump up music.

Q: What is your favorite television show?
A:  I love the Disney channel, so Suite Life of Zach and Cody, Hannah Montana. I also like The Hills, So You think you can dance, and LOST.

Q: Who has had the most influence on your life?
A:  Definitely my parents, they are my biggest fans and have taught me the most!

Q: What are your plans following graduation?
A:  I plan on attending Physicians Assisting School. I have already applied to a few, so keep your fingers crossed!

Q: What is the best advice you have received?
A:  My dad has always told me to never give anything but my best effort, no matter what I am doing. Also advice along the lines of…….it doesn't matter as much what happens to you, but how you react to what happens to you. (In other words be positive)

Q: Who is your favorite professional athlete?
A:  Probably Lance Armstrong but I also love Cristiano Ronaldo

Q: If Hollywood were to make a movie about your life, which actress would play your role?  
A:  I would want Lauren Conrad to play me because I love her.

Q: If you were to win a million dollars what would be your first purchase?  
A;  My first purchase would probably be an amazing trip I have always wanted to go on. I love to travel! And I would stay at the best places and eat at the best places!

Q: Describe the perfect meal…
A: This is a hard question because I love food. I am going to go with what sounds good right at this moment. My favorite sushi rolls and homemade Oreo cookies for dessert! I could also throw in some homemade rolls too!