Athlete Spotlight - Ashlee Owens

What is your name? Ashlee

How old are you? 20

What grade are you in? College Senior

Where do you attend school? Western Carolina University

What sport(s) do you play? Soccer and Weightlifting

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

What is your favorite sports quote? You have to expect things from yourself before you can do them. -Michael Jordan 

What is your favorite movie about sports? Remember the Titans

How does being an athlete make you a better person? It teaches me to work hard and earn everything. It’s also taught me how to be a leader

If you could play another sport what would it be? Basketball

What age were you when you started your sport? 3

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

Who inspired you as a young athlete? Tim Howard

What one word describes you? Hardworking

What do you give up to play sports? A lot of my social life

What is your favorite place to compete? College Stadiums 

Do you think attitude is a factor in winning? Yes, because you have to make yourself believe you’re going to win and be the best before you can do anything else.

How does athletics make you a better student or worker? It helps me manage my time between sport, school, and social life. It has also helped me develop leadership skills