Sarah Linthacum: Basketball
For this issue of featured athlete, we took the time to ask Sarah Linthacum some questions.
Q: Who is your favorite sports hero?
A: Larry Bird.
Q: What are three reasons you like being part of a team sport?
A: You make great friendships, you learn perseverance, and it is fun to compete and win together.
Q: What is the best part about competing?
A: I love that everyone is on the same page working together. It makes the wins so much better.
Q: How do your teammates make practice fun?
A: My teammates are so fun to be around. They are always joking, dancing, and laughing. Everything we do together is fun.
Q: What is your favorite sports quote?
A: “In the end, we will only regret the chances we didn’t take”- Fearless motivation.
Q: What emotions do you feel when you play well?
A: I feel joy. It is fun and my teammates always help make everything awesome.
Q: Who do you wish was watching you perform at every game?
A: I love seeing our students fill the stands and be loud.
Q: What is your favorite song to listen to prior to competing?
A: My team always warms up to “We Ready.”
Q: What is your favorite movie about sports?
A: My favorite sports movie is “Remember the Titans.”
Q: Where do you feel the most confident in your body?
A: I feel confident when I’m playing basketball.

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