A weekly Q&A with Baylor's student-athletes

Jan. 20, 2005

BEAR FACTS Archive

Tommy Swanson
Basketball
Junior, Center

When did you start playing basketball?
When I was in the 3rd grade.

Who has had the greatest impact on your career?
My father

What is the best part of being a college athlete?
Playing on live TV against Big 12 schools.

If you weren't playing basketball, which sport would you want to play?
Baseball

What is your nickname on the team?
T Swan

After meeting coach Drew, what was you first thought?
He has high energy.

What is the most unique item in your locker?
Tape cutters

Who is your favorite sports hero?
Muhammad Ali

Where is your favorite place to go after a game?
Get something to eat.

What is the best venue you have ever played in?
Gallagher-Iba Arena, Oklahoma State

What opposing school do you most look forward to competing against?
Any school in Texas.

Why did you choose to attend Baylor?
Good education and it's in the Big 12.

What has been your favorite class at Baylor?
Operations Management

What CD is in your player right now?
T-Swan's Slow Jam

What is the last movie you watched?
Coach Carter, it was very inspirational.

What is one thing you must pack when traveling?
My school books

As a role model to young athletes, what advice can you give?
Perseverance will bring you everything.

Name one thing that people would be surprised to learn about you.
I used to be in a bowling league.

What's your most valued possession?
My baseball and basketball cards.

Playstation 2 or Xbox?
Playstation 2

Movies or TV?
Movies

Inflatable Judge or Bruiser?
Bruiser

Burger or Pizza?
Pizza

Penland or Memorial?
Penland