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Senior Sunday: Rebecca Weiland

10/12/2014 12:00:00 AM | Women's Swimming & Diving

Oct. 12, 2014

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Gopher Sports: Why did you decide to attend the University of Minnesota?

Rebecca Weiland: I chose to come to the University of Minnesota because the team felt like family to me, the coaches are awesome, the school is fantastic and the U is close to home.

GS: What is your most memorable swimming moment?

RW: My most memorable swimmin moment was when we won the Big Ten Championships my freshman year.

GS: What is your favorite part of being a Golden Gopher?

RW: My favorite part of being a Golden Gopher is... everything! I love the school, my team, the city. Coming to the University of Minnesota is one of the best choices I have ever made.

GS: What is your favorite pre-race song?

RW: Anything by Bon Jovi, or 80s rock.

GS: What is the best advice you have received from one of the coaches at Minnesota?

RW: Before every race, Terry tells me to go out and have fun! As a Division I athlete, that's key to remember.

GS: What's your dream job?

RW: My dream job is to become a collegiate swim coach.

GS: What is your favorite post-meet meal?

RW: BBQ pulled pork.

GS: Do you have any hobbies outside of swimming?

RW: I love to bike, hike and fish.

GS: What do you plan on doing after graduation?

RW: I plan on going to graduate school - hopefully staying in Minnesota.

GS: Want to give a shoutout to anyone?

RW: I would love to give a shoutout to all of my family and friends, without them I wouldn't be where I am now!

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