At a glance
Name: Tyler Newbold
University: Utah State
Sport: Men's Basketball
Number: 24
Year: Junior
Major: Public Relations
Hometown: Payson, Utah
Q: When and why did you start to play basketball?
A: I started playing basketball as soon as I could walk. I grew up with my dad being a high school basketball coach so I was exposed to it early and often.
Q: What other sports did you play growing up?
A: Growing up I played baseball, soccer and golf. In high school I played baseball and golf.
Q: What has been your most rewarding experience off the court?
A: Serving a LDS church mission to San Bernardino, California was an amazing experience that helped me in my life a lot.
Q: Why did you choose to choose to attend Utah State?
A: I did because it's a great basketball program with the best atmosphere to play basketball in the state. I also love Logan as a college town with a great campus environment
Q: What is your favorite childhood memory?
A: Some of my favorite childhood memories are camping at state parks near golf courses every summer.
Q: What do you consider your greatest accomplishment so far as a student-athlete?
A: Making academic all WAC.
Q: What do you still hope to accomplish as a student-athlete?
A: I hope to graduate and to win a postseason game or two.
Q: What's on your iPod?
A: A little bit of everything but mostly classic rock music like Styx, Journey, and Foreigner.
Q: What do you like to do when you are away from the court?
A: Hang out with my family, play golf.
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: Scriptures, TV, and shoes.
Q: Name your favorite class…
A: Mental aspects of sports
Q: What is your game day routine?
A: Take a short nap after pregame meal.
Q: What are your expectations for your team this season?
A: To compete for the WAC title.
Q: What is your favorite television show?
A: Sports Center
Q: Who has had the most influence on your life?
A: Family.
Q: What are your plans following graduation?
A: To get a job that I am happy with.
Q: What is the best advice you have received?
A: To not let anyone tell me that I can't accomplish something great.
Q: If Hollywood were to make a movie about your life, which actor would play your role?
A: Matt Damon
Q: If you were to win a million dollars what would be your first purchase?
A: A new car
Q: Describe the perfect meal…
A: Homemade enchiladas with rice and beans, fruit punch, homemade ice cream with fresh peaches on top.