Oct. 16, 2008
BEAR FACTS Archive
Dan Gay
Football, Senior
When did you start playing football?
I started playing football my senior year of high school (2003).
Who has had the greatest impact on your career?
My Mother has been a great inspiration from the beginning.
Favorite sport other than football?
Basketball
After meeting Coach Briles, what was your first thought?
This is the man who has been chosen to change the face of Baylor.
If you could play a different position, what would it be?
Defensive Line
Do you have a pre-game ritual, if so what is it?
Lots of carbs, fruits and vegetables and protein.
Who are your favorite Sports Heroes?
Shaquille O'Neal, Michael Jordan, Lebron James, Warrick Dunn, Steve Hutchinson
What is the highlight of your sports career?
Winning the Louisiana State AAU Basketball Championship with my team in 2003.
What opposing schools do you most look forward to competing against?
Everyone on the schedule. I love to play the game.
What is one thing coach Briles always tells you?
"As you go, we go." It helps me to remember to always strive to be my best.
What is your favorite team road trip?
Our trip to Colorado in 2006.
Who is your biggest fan?
My Mother.
Why did you choose to attend Baylor?
On my visit I noticed how the team had a feel of being family. It is also close enough and far enough from home in order for me to grow as a man.
What single thing will you most miss about Baylor when you leave?
Going to battle with my teammates every week.
Who is your all-time favorite Baylor athlete?
Fred Miller
As a role model to young athletes, what advice can you give?
A coach once told me the easiest thing about sports is to quit. Never give up in anything you do. You must finish what you start and you want to finish ahead of where you started.
What are three words that describe you?
Drive, Passion, Focus
What song is stuck in your head right now?
My Life - The Game featuring Lil Wayne
What is your favorite T.V. show?
Sportscenter
Name one thing you can't go a week without.
Playing a video game
What is your dream job?
Owning a national chain restaurant
Best non-athletic talent?
Enjoying every day of life because the next day is not guaranteed.
Favorite musical artist?
Lil Boosie & Lil Wayne
Biggest fear?
To set a goal and not reach it.
Least favorite food?
Okra
Worst movie you've seen?
Be Cool
Movies or TV?
Movies
MTV or ESPN?
ESPN
Inflatable Judge or Bruiser?
Bruiser
Daytime or Nighttime?
Nighttime
Penland or Memorial?
Memorial
