Athlete Spotlight - Ansley Amore

What is your name?

Ansley Amore

How old are you?

13

What is your occupation(if applicable)?

Student

What grade are you in(if applicable)?

7th

Where do you attend school(if applicable)

Lake Norman Christian School

What sport(s) do you play?

Weightlifting

Why did you first choose your sport?

My mom said to do it, so I did.

Why do you continue to play your sport?

It is fun and I enjoy it.

If you could achieve anything you wished for in your sport, what would it be?

Make a USAW World team

How important is achieving your sporting goals to you?

Very

What is your favorite sports quote?

“Hard Work Pays Off” – Matt Frasier

What emotions do you feel when you play well?

Happiness

What is your favorite song to listen to prior to competing?

“Beautiful Day” by U2

What is your favorite movie about sports?

Star Wars movies – the light saber battles inspire me to want to do fencing.

How does being an athlete make you a better person?

Makes you disciplined and work hard to achieve your goals

What is the one thing you always do after a good performance?

Go eat.

What do you do to calm your butterflies while you compete?

Imagining successfully doing the lift

If you could play another sport what would it be?

Volleyball

What age were you when you started your sport?

9 yrs old

What is your favorite food to eat the night before a big competition?

[morning of] waffles

Who inspired you as a young athlete?

Tia Clair Toomey & Haley Adams

 What one word describes you?

Determined

Who was your favorite coach and why?

Dan Rose 😊, really great, nicest coach ever, but coach Aria is a close second.

What do you give up to play sports?

Theater / school plays

What is your favorite place to compete?

USAW Youth Nationals

What mental tool do you use under pressure?

My brain

What is your favorite mantra?

“You can do this!”

Do you think attitude is a factor in winning?

Yes

How does athletics make you a better student or worker?

Drives determination