Detroit women's basketball player Caitie Goddard takes time out for a Q & A with the Horizon League.

Feb. 22, 2006

Why did you decide to attend the University of Detroit-Mercy?
I went on an official visit and really liked the girls on the team as well as the University's academic classes.

What is the best aspect of being a part of UDM's basketball team?
I have made friends I will never forget.

What is your most memorable game and/or moment as a UDM Titan?
My most moment was probably playing Duke in South Padre my freshman year and having all the fans rooting for us.

What are some of your goals heading into the post-season?
To win the league tournament

What do you do, both individually and as a team, to prepare right before a game?
I usually lie around before going to the gym and then listen to music. My team likes to get loose and listen to rap.

What does being the vice-president of SAAC (student-athlete advisory committee) mean to you?
To me it means setting a positive example in a leadership role and acting as a communicator between athletes and administration. It's important for coaches and administration to hear an athlete's point of view and understand what we think.

What has been your favorite SAAC activity?
I really liked going to the Kaleidoscope center when I went to Indianapolis with the Horizon League SAAC. I also liked participating in Stay In Bounds at a local elementary school and the athlete dance is always fun!

What do you feel is your biggest accomplishment throughout your collegiate career both athletically and in the classroom?
Academically I am proud I have been on honor role every semester. Athletically [it would be] just knowing I am working hard to help my team however I can.

You are getting ready to start an internship with Chrysler.  What do you hope to gain from that experience, and what are your career plans after graduation?
I have not held an internship position yet in the business field so I hope to learn a lot about working at a large corporation.  I want to gain a lot of experience and after that, I am not sure. I really want to have a job where I can travel and love what I do.

Has it been beneficial to have your family close by, originally being from Royal Oak, MI?
I really appreciate when my family comes to games and I know they enjoy seeing me play, so I am glad they get to see so many games.

How hard has it been to juggle your academics along with practice and games the last four years?
Sometimes it's really stressful and I feel chaotic and disorganized, but it really helps my time management skills and I definitely have had great practice dealing with stress.

Who has had the biggest influence on your career?
My parents and a few of my former coaches who really helped me improve and learn the game, including Coach Bill Legault and Coach Gary Morris.

What do you enjoy doing most in the off-season?
Traveling if I can, making money, seeing my friends and relaxing.

If you could change one thing about your sport, what would that be?
I would extend the three point line.

If you could compete in the Olympics in any sport, what would it be? (Not basketball!)
Probably soccer.

What TV show would you most like to appear on and why?
Friends because it seems like they never work, always laugh, and have a great place to live with great clothes.

What is your best non-athletic talent?
Singing

What is the best thing about living in Detroit?
The sports teams.

Where in the world would you like to travel to and why?
Lebanon, to visit my uncle's family, France, South Africa, China and Australia. I would really love to go anywhere - I love seeing new places.

If you could be any reality TV star, who would it be and why?
The lady on the Travel Channel who goes all over the world finding the best hotels, massages, etc.

Who is the most impressive person you have ever met?
My dad.

What is your "breakfast of champions?"
Scrambled egg beaters, coffee and strawberries dipped in yogurt with wheat puffs.

Who would you cast to play you in a movie?
Rachel McAdams.

If you had to choose one song to be your theme song, what would it be and why?
L.O.V.E by Ashlee Simpson.  It's just a fun song talking about appreciating the people around you.

If you could get front row tickets to any concert, now or in the past, which would it be?
Usher

What is your favorite professional sports team to watch?  Any specific team?
I like watching basketball, and I love the Pistons

What is your favorite holiday?
Christmas

What would people find surprising about you?
I am terrible at confrontation and have anxiety around authority!