Prior to the 2019 Utah Soccer season, get to know some of the student-athletes. Today, meet SJ Edwards
Q: How did your interest in soccer begin?
My mom put me in soccer when I was five and I loved it
Q: What is your favorite part about playing soccer?
I love working hard for myself and my team
Q: What made you choose Utah?
It is a great academic school and to play in the Pac-12
Q: What are some of your favorite things to do outside of playing soccer?
Read, hike, ski, swim and play cards
Q: What is the best piece of advice you have received?
If you aim for perfection, even if you fail, you will still be great
Q: Who is your biggest influence in life and why?
My mom because she works so hard an is so positive
Q: What do you think the keys to success are?
Time management, dedication and positivity
Q: If you could play or go pro in any other sport, what would it be and why?
Skiing because it is so unique and thrilling
Q: What are you looking forward to most this season?
Seeing new places and experiencing things with my team
Q: What is your favorite part about being on the soccer team at Utah?
The girls on the team and their attitudes and mindsets
Q: Where is your favorite place to eat in Salt Lake City?
The Park Cafe
Q: If you could have a super power, what would it be?
Flying
Q: What is your favorite holiday?
Christmas
Q: If you could take three things with you to a desert island, what would they be?
My dog, a good book and a radio
Q: What is your favorite food? Favorite candy?
Salad and dark chocolate
Q: If you could time travel, where and when would you go?
The Golden Age in Paris
Q: Who is your favorite professional athlete and team?
Diego Valeri and the Portland TImbers
Q: Whom would you like to see in concert?
The Beatles
Q: What is your favorite movie and actor?
Forrest Gump and Tom Hanks
Q: What is your favorite show to watch or binge?
The Office
Q: What country would you like to visit and why?
Germany because I like Europe but I have never been
Q: Favorite road trip in the Pac-12
Washington
Q: What is your favorite animal?
Owls