Middle Tennesee State University Athletics
Getting to know MT newcomer Taylor Hammill
8/10/2017 4:00:00 PM | Women's Volleyball
GoBlueRaiders.com will be conducting a Q&A with different women's volleyball players throughout their preseason. Today's feature highlights sophomore transfer, Taylor Hammill.
GBR.com: After transferring, what is the biggest difference you have noticed between your previous school and Middle Tennessee?
TH: I truly feel a part of a family. The coaches and players have made me feel welcome and loved!
GBR.com: What are your earliest memories of volleyball?
TH: My mother was a coach for a high school, and continued to coach while she was pregnant with me so, technically I have been on the court since day one. I remember growing up; I would always run around the gym shagging balls during my mom's practices and my favorite song was the National Anthem or as I use to call it, "mom's volleyball song" because I was always with her at their practices and games.
GBR.com: What has been your greatest achievement in athletics?
TH: Being given the opportunity to play the sport I love at a Division I program.
GBR.com: What is your favorite social media platform and who is the best to follow?
TH: Instagram. I love following the food or the DIY craft accounts.
GBR.com: If you could have a perfect day, what would you do?
TH: During the day I would spend it with my family swimming, playing yard games, and playing with my dogs. By the evening time my dad would cook on the grill and we would all sit down at the table for family dinner. I would end the day by watching television, talking, and laughing with my family.
GBR.com: What are you looking forward to the most about being on the team?
TH: Building long lasting relationships and leaving a legacy.
GBR.com: What is your favorite inspirational quote?
TH: Actions speak louder than words.
GBR.com: Who is your favorite professional sports team?
TH: Indiana Pacers. In middle school, my family was season ticket holders and we went to almost all the games!
GBR.com: After transferring, what is the biggest difference you have noticed between your previous school and Middle Tennessee?
TH: I truly feel a part of a family. The coaches and players have made me feel welcome and loved!
GBR.com: What are your earliest memories of volleyball?
TH: My mother was a coach for a high school, and continued to coach while she was pregnant with me so, technically I have been on the court since day one. I remember growing up; I would always run around the gym shagging balls during my mom's practices and my favorite song was the National Anthem or as I use to call it, "mom's volleyball song" because I was always with her at their practices and games.
GBR.com: What has been your greatest achievement in athletics?
TH: Being given the opportunity to play the sport I love at a Division I program.
GBR.com: What is your favorite social media platform and who is the best to follow?
TH: Instagram. I love following the food or the DIY craft accounts.
GBR.com: If you could have a perfect day, what would you do?
TH: During the day I would spend it with my family swimming, playing yard games, and playing with my dogs. By the evening time my dad would cook on the grill and we would all sit down at the table for family dinner. I would end the day by watching television, talking, and laughing with my family.
GBR.com: What are you looking forward to the most about being on the team?
TH: Building long lasting relationships and leaving a legacy.
GBR.com: What is your favorite inspirational quote?
TH: Actions speak louder than words.
GBR.com: Who is your favorite professional sports team?
TH: Indiana Pacers. In middle school, my family was season ticket holders and we went to almost all the games!
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