Over the next few weeks, Memphis Roar will be introducing the members of the 2009-2010 pom squad one by one, letting you in on some of the things outside of dance that drive these young ladies. Meet Brittany.
Brittany is from Memphis, Tennessee and is currently a junior at the University of Memphis studying Graphic Design. She started dancing her freshman year of high school. Brittany chose the University of Memphis because of the pom squad’s reputation and the University’s graphic design program. As a freshman, she helped the team win a national title.
Check out the following Q&A for a look inside the Memphis Pom Squad and more information on Dance Team member Brittany.
Q: What is the biggest difference between dance in college versus high school/all-star?
A: “The main difference is the style between the two.”
Q: Most embarrassing moment in college career?
A: “Tripping while running on the football field.”
Q: Most influential person in your life and why?
A: “My mom. She inspires me to follow my heart and my dreams. She has always told me I can do anything I put my mind to.”
Q: My career ambition is:
A: “To work for a magazine designing the layouts.”
Q: I live by the following motto:
A: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Phil 4:13
Q: Favorite course in school and why?
A: “All my graphic design courses. They challenge me to the limit.”
Q: Least favorite course and why?
A: “Any math class. Math just isn’t my thing.”
Q: Favorite tv show:
A: “Grey’s Anatomy.”
Q: Favorite hobbies:
A: “Drawing.”
Q: Favorite sports team growing up:
A: “Ole Miss Rebels football.”
Q: Favorite actor and actress?
A: “Channing Tatum and Reese Witherspoon.”
Q: Favorite vacation spot:
A: “Any place by the beach.”
Q: Favorite holiday and why?
A: “Christmas, it bring everyone in the family together.”
Q: Best advice to give someone who wants to be a college dancer:
A: “Practice, practice, practice and never give up.”
Q: No one knows this about me but…
A: “I love to sing in the shower (not very well though!).”
Q: Is dancing a sport, why or why not?
A: “Yes. We compete against other teams and work just as hard as other sports.”
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