Wed Sep 23 2020 | Matt DaSilva | USA Insider
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Ziplining and getting hangry with the U.S. U19 star and UNC freshman.
I wanted to be a Secret Service agent.
Skaneateles, N.Y. My family goes there every summer to our lake house for July 4th! I’ve never missed a year at the lake, and it is my favorite place to be with family.
Playing spike ball with my friends on the beach. It always gets way too competitive!
Ziplining in Costa Rica over the jungle.
Sassy! My family would agree with this answer when I’m hungry.
“Training Camp,” by Jon Gordon. I love all of his books!
Belle Smith. She is an all-around amazing person that has been there for me on and off the field. She’s so hard-working and always finds a way to make me laugh.
“Homegrown,” by Zac Brown Band. It makes me think of my town (Delray Beach, Fla.). Such a feel-good song.
My dad. He introduced me to the sport of lacrosse and how to respect and play the game. Beyond lacrosse, he has always encouraged me to follow my passions and to be all in with whatever I do.
I actually listen to a motivational video called “Unbroken.” I can recite it word for word.
Who is your biggest role model in sports?