By Tanya Garcia | Lansing News Wire
Lansing New Wire had a chance to catch up with Caylob Fulghum, Lansing Eastern High’s senior wrestler in the 190 pound division. Here is what he had to say about his wrestling experience in Meet the Quakers Q&A:
Q: What inspired you to start wrestling?
A: My cousins and grandfather
Q: Who has been your biggest influence in wrestling?
A: My cousin, Andre Bradford.
Q: What do you love most about wrestling?
A: 9 second matches
Q: What does a typical week of training look like for you?
A: School work and practice.
Q: What has been the biggest challenge you’ve faced in wrestling?
A: Guys bigger than me.
Q: Can you describe your first match? How did you feel?
A: No I don’t remember it.
Q: What has been your proudest moment in wrestling so far?
A: Winning my first tournament.
Q: How does it feel to be back with the team this season, what are your individual and team expectations?
A: Great.
Q: How has being a student-athlete helped you grow as a person?
A: Helps keep up my grades, teaches me teamwork and I have made some friends.
Q: What lessons have you learned through wrestling that apply to your life outside the sport?
A: Teamwork
Q: How would you describe the strengths and overall dynamic of your wrestling team?
A: We are dynamic.
Q: What’s your coach’s name and share one piece of advice from your coach that has stuck with you?
A: Coach A.P. and he’s says, “don’t end up on your back.”
Q: What’s one thing you admire most about your coach’s leadership style?
A: He never backs down and he’s there for the athlete.
Q: What advice would you give to others who want to start wrestling?
A: Go for it work hard and don’t quit!
Q: What’s your signature wrestling move, and does it have a cool name?
A: The Wicked Bridge
Q: Have you ever had a match where something hilarious or unexpected happened? What was it?
A: No
Q: If your team had a karaoke night, who would steal the show, and what song would they sing?
A: I have no idea. Only that it wouldn’t be me.
Q: If wrestling had walkout music like boxing or MMA, what would your theme song be?
A: Last of my Kind by Shabozey
Q: What is your favorite classroom subject?
A: Diesal mechanics
Q: What is your dream school/university?
A: I dont have one.
Q: What is your favorite place to go eat?
A: Mom’s house
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
A: Anywhere I can go fishing.
Q: What’s a hobby or activity you enjoy outside of sports?
A: Hunting and fishing.
LARRY ARREGUIN 
Raul Garcia