Tanya Garcia | Lansing News Wire
Lansing News Wire had a chance to catch up with Jacey Rose Barnabei, female wrestler of Gabriel Richard Catholic high school. Here is what she had to say.
Q: Why did you get into wrestling?
A: My dad was a wrestler through out his life and my younger brother got into it and I watched him for a season and knew I wanted to wrestle.
Q: What do you love most about wrestling?
A: I love the friendships I have made.
Q: Who is your favorite wrestler?
Q: Who is the greatest wrestler of all time?
A: Teague Travis
A: Sergei Beloglacov
Q: What is your best memory on the wrestling team?
A: Winning my match at team districts and my team winning districts.
Q: Who has helped you become the wrestler you are today?
A: Coach Joe(my dad), Coach Rob, and Coach John
Q: Do you recommend wrestling to others, why or why not?
A: I do recommend wresting, it’s one of the best feelings to go out on the mat and represent your school, and you’ll never make better friends.
Q: What do you like most about being on the wrestling team?
A: I like representing my school and I love the memories I have made with my team.
Q: How do you prepare for your next match?
A I believe in myself and remember how much I put into the sport
Q: What is your goal for this wrestling season?
A: To be on top of the podium at States.
Q: What is one of your goals for after high school?
A: To continue to wrestle in college.
Q: What is your favorite classroom subject?
A: English
Q: What is your dream school/university?
A: Kings University or Grand Valley State University.
Q: What is your favorite food?
A: French fries
Q: What is your favorite song/music artist?
A: Anything by Taylor Swift or Drake.
Q: What actor would play you in a Hollywood movie?
A: Florence Pugh
I love how this gets personal with the wrestlers and we get to know them and their goals . Great job!!