Get to know soccer senior Kylie Dick
7/22/2016 4:50:00 AM | Soccer
Leading up to the 2016 Sam Houston State soccer season, we'll visit with the team's seven seniors. The unit seeks to add on to success from last season that included the program's first 10-win season and an appearance in the Southland Conference Tournament championship game.
In the fifth edition, we catch up with San Diego, Calif., native Kylie Dick. The Grossmont High School product started in 20 matches and played in all 21 matches for Sam Houston a season ago. She logged 1,853 minutes in the midfield and posted assists against UTSA and Abilene Christian. As a sophomore, Dick played in all 19 games, including making 15 starts while adding one assist and four shots as a midfielder. She also logged 16 games including eight starts during her 2013 freshman campaign.
What is your favorite thing about Sam Houston State?
The people and friendships I've made.
What is your most fond memory of playing soccer for the Bearkats?
The funniest memory was probably when Mac fell when we were playing tiki taco at Abilene Christian but the best soccer memory was going to the conference championship because we had such good chemistry and almost won.
What are some of your hobbies outside of soccer?
Card games
Do you have any pregame superstitions?
Yes, I do this weird juggling thing then have to do handshakes with my besties.
What are your personal goals entering the season?
Win Conference!
If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
Australia because Oprah went there and it seemed cool.
What is your favorite place to eat in Huntsville?
Five Loaves
Who is your favorite soccer player?
Rapinoe
What three words would you use to describe yourself?
Funny, Pretty, Perfect – also humble ;)
What does a perfect day look like to you?
Wake up, get some donuts, tan, nap, eat In and Out, Netflix, nap again and have fun.
If you could live in a book, TV show or movie, what would it be and why?
The Office because it's the funniest show in the world.
If you weren't playing soccer, what sport would you be playing?
Volleyball or tennis
Who are your all-time favorite artists/bands?
Li'l Dicky
What is your best advice to give to the younger players?
Keep a good balance of soccer and all the other parts of your life so you don't get burned out.
If you had a bucket list, what is one thing that would be on it?
Get a pug.
