A weekly Q&A with Baylor's student-athletes
November 10, 2005
BEAR FACTS Archive
Matija Zgaga
Men's Tennis
Senior
When did you start playing your sport?
When I was 7
Who has had the greatest impact on your career?
My dad
What is the best part of being a college athlete?
Getting to play for Baylor
If you weren't playing the sport you are now, which sport would you want to play?
Soccer
What is your nickname on the team and why?
ZG-it's the first two letters of my last name
After meeting coach Knoll, what was you first thought?
He was just a normal person
Do you have a pre-game ritual, if so what is it?
No, just regular preparation, focusing you mind and everything
What is the most unique item in your locker? br> Elastic gum, it's for my shoulder exercises<>
Who are your favorite sports heroes?
John McEnroy, Pete Sampras, Michael Jordan
What athlete did you imitate when you were a kid?
Goran Ivansevic, but he's hard to imitate
Where is your favorite place to go after a game/event?
To my apartment and relax
What is the best venue you have ever played in?
Wimbledon
What is the highlight of your sports career?
Winning the NCAA Championship
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
I was late for practice one morning and the whole team had to do extra running because of me. It was embarrassing
What opposing school do you most look forward to competing against?
Virginia, Stamford, UCLA
Why did you choose to attend Baylor?
The very good tennis program. I wanted to play good tennis in college and then try to play professional
What's the most important thing you've learned as a Baylor athlete?
Hard work and discipline
What has been your favorite class at Baylor?
Computer Science
What single thing will you most miss about Baylor when you leave?
Team spirit
Who is your all-time favorite Baylor athlete?
Michael Johnson
What CD is in your player right now?
Pearl Jam
What is the last movie you watched?
Jarhead
What is one thing you must pack when traveling?
Toothbrush
As a role model to young athletes, what advice can you give?
Work hard and you might get somewhere
What is your favorite fast food?
Quizno's
What is the biggest challenge you have had to overcome?
Bungi Jumping
Name one thing you can't go a week without.
The internet
What is your dream job?
working for a computer company
What's your most valued possession?
My NCAA championship ring
Playstation 2 or Xbox?
Playstation 2
Movies or TV?
Movies
MTV or ESPN?
ESPN
Inflatable Judge or Bruiser?
Bruiser
Burger or Pizza?
Pizza
Penland or Memorial?
Memorial
Sandals or Shoes?
Sandals
Cars or Trucks?
Cars
compiled by Clay Pickering, Athletic Media Relations student assistant
