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Student-Athlete Spotlight: Fiona Jones

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Fiona Jones

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Name: Fiona Jones        
Sport:
Volleyball
Number:
4
Position:
Outside Hitter
Year in school:
Sophomore
Major:
Health Promotion
Hometown:
Bountiful, Utah

Q: Why do you choose to attend Boise State?
A: I transferred from South Dakota State.  I had heard great things about Boise State so I came down [for a visit] and fell in love with the place immediately. The campus was amazing; it wasn't too big or small, so I fit well. It is a college town, which I like, and the girls [volleyball team] are great as well. We all get along so well and it is always a fun time. I love the coaches; they are really great and teach me a lot. It is a great program to be a part of and I am so thankful to be here. GO BRONCOS!!!

Q: What has been your most rewarding experience off the court?
A: I went to an orphanage in Brazil and taught volleyball to the kids. It was very sad to see the conditions they were surrounded by. It taught me to be grateful for what I have and use what I have to the fullest. I also learned not to be ashamed of who I am and what I am a part of. The kids, though they couldn't speak English, spoke to me in a way that I can't even describe; that hit me in the heart and I will never forget that.

Q: What do you like to do in your spare time?
A: Bake cakes, hang out with my family, read, or do jigsaw puzzles.

Q: If you could have lunch with three people, dead or alive, who would they be and why?
A: Misty May, because she is amazing at volleyball and is a fantastic role model. Matt Damon, because he is my favorite actor and is super gorgeous. Thomas Edison, because he invented the light bulb, that's amazing! I want science lessons from him!

Q: Tell us something most people don't know about you.
A: I am one of the math nerds who enjoy doing puzzles like Sudoku, and video games. I also love jigsaw puzzles.

Q: What are your plans following graduation?
A: To open a cake/pastry shop or go into body building.

Q: What is your favorite television show?
A: Anything on the cooking channel.

Q: What do you still hope to accomplish as a student-athlete?
A: To become a better leader and example to others, and to graduate with high grades.

Q: What are your top three movies?
A: The Jason Bourne trilogy, Avatar, and Hot Rod.

Q: What class have you enjoyed the most thus far?
A: Probably speech, I'm terrified of speaking and this class was fun and not scary at all.

Q: What book would you recommend to a friend?
A: Mountains Beyond Mountains. Very, very inspirational!

Q: What goals / expectations do you have for your team this season?
A: To win the WAC!!!! Also to have everyone pushing each other to their highest level of play, and to always be positive and have fun.

Q: If you could only eat one item for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A: That's a tough one, I love all food. But I would have to say a giant piece of steak!