Q&A: SHSU soccer senior Joanna Nigro
7/10/2015 10:53:00 AM | Soccer
Each week leading up to the 2015 Sam Houston State soccer season, we'll spotlight one of 10 seniors. As a unit, the class has helped vault the Kats into a consistent competitor in the Southland Conference. Last season, the Kats posted their highest win total in league play at 8-2 and took second. With nine starters and 15 letter winners returning in 2015, SHSU seeks its first conference title in program history.
Today's interview features senior Joanna Nigro. As a junior, the Houston native played in 10 games and logged 168 minutes as a midfielder after transferring from Navarro Junior College.
Question: Who is your favorite soccer player?
Nigro: Abby Wambach
Question: What is your favorite soccer memory?
Nigro: Playing in the national championship game at Navarro
Question: What was your favorite part of this year's women's World Cup?
Nigro: See the USA play against Colombia in Edmonton with Lexi – life changing experience!
Question: Any favorite television show?
Nigro: Law & Order SVU
Question: If you could visit anywhere, where would it be?
Nigro: Italy
Question: What is your favorite thing about Sam Houston State?
Nigro: My team and how 'at home' it feels
Question: If you didn't play soccer, what sport would you be playing?
Nigro: Dance team
Question: What music pumps you up to play?
Nigro: Justin Bieber
Question: What are your personal goals heading into the season?
Nigro: Play at least 35 minutes a game and score two goals
Question: What are your hobbies?
Nigro: Playing soccer and going to the animal shelter to play with puppies
Question: What is your favorite food?
Nigro: Cheeseburgers
Question: What social media site do you use the most?
Nigro: Instagram
Question: What is your favorite holiday?
Nigro: New Years
Question: In three words, how would you describe yourself?
Nigro: Smiling, positive, laughing
Question: What piece of advice would you give to younger players?
Nigro: Have confidence in yourself and you will go far
