Age: 34
Hometown: Waco, Texas
Current Residence: Waco, Texas
Occupation: P.E. Coach
3 Words to Describe You: Joyful, relational, competitive
Why do you want to be part of Survivor? I want to prove to myself that my speech impediment doesn’t limit me and that I can come out here and compete with anyone.
What’s one life experience you feel has prepared you for the game? Growing up as a person who stutters really forced me to become comfortable being uncomfortable. It forced me to work through hard moments every day by continually putting myself out there, thus allowing me to become more resilient.
Which previous player do you identify with the most? Who do you think you will play most like? I resonate with Spencer Bledsoe + Joe Anglim because of their competitiveness and love for the game. John Cochran, the second time he played. He wasn’t afraid to make moves and he played to win when others probably underestimated him.
What will you value in an alliance partner? Someone who is easy to talk to + listens well. Someone who values your opinion + is level-headed + understands this game is built on strong relationships.
Favorite Hobbies: Lifting weights or running with friends, going dancing, playing tennis, volleyball, or slow-pitch softball.
Pet Peeves: People who always have to be right. People who interrupt or who are not good listeners, people who complain and are negative.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Being a 1st generation college student and graduating from Texas A+M university.
What is something we would never know from looking at you? I love endurance sports! I started running two years ago + since then I’ve done my first: half marathon, full marathon, 20-mile trail race + Ironman 70.3.
Who is your biggest inspiration and why? My mom; she sacrifices for those around her, she loves incredibly well and she has a heart of GOLD!
Why will you be the Sole Survivor? Because of my ability to build relationships with people. I’m non-threatening and can use that to my advantage in this game. I thrive in a little chaos and when things get challenging is when I thrive.