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Student-Athlete Spotlight: Justin Lucero

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Justin Lucero

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AT A GLANCE
Name:
Justin Lucero
University: New Mexico State
Sport: Baseball
Number: 3
Year: Senior
Major: Business Management
Hometown: Lynwood, Washington

Q: When and why did you start to play baseball?
A:  I started to play when I was 4 years old.

Q:  What other sports did you play growing up?
A:  I played football, basketball, soccer, tennis and golf.

Q: What has been your most rewarding experience off the field?
A:  Achieving a 4.0 G.P.A

Q: Why did you choose to attend NMSU?
A:  Good weather and I wanted to play for Coach Ward.

Q:  What do you consider your greatest accomplishment so far as a student-athlete?
A:  Winning the NWACC Championship prior to attending New Mexico State.

Q: What do you still hope to accomplish as a student-athlete?
A:  Graduate and play in the College World Series.

Q: What's on your iPod?
A:  Mostly rap music and a variety of movies.

Q: What do you like to do when you are away from the field?
A:  Relax at home, chill with friends, and play video games.

Q: Name your favorite class...
A:  Business Leadership.  

Q: What is your game day routine?
A:  Nothing really, I just try to eat healthy before the game.

Q: What are your expectations for your team this season?
A:  To win the WAC tournament and win the College World Series.

Q: What is your favorite television show?
A:  Baseball Tonight and Entourage.

Q: Who has influenced you the most?
A:  My parents and family.

Q: What do you want to do after college?
A:  I would like to take some time off to travel, then eventually find a job.

Q: Who is your favorite professional athlete?
A:  Ken Griffey Jr.

Q: If Hollywood were to make a movie about your life, which actor would play your role?
A:  I would have to say 'The Rock" Dwayne Johnson

Q: If you were to win a million dollars what would be your first purchase?  
A:  Probably a sweet car.

Q: Describe the perfect meal...
A:  A home cooked, medium rare steak with mashed potatoes.