Time Out With: Taylor Hill

SCHOOL: Dayton High

YEAR: Junior

SPORT: Basketball

Q: What is your favorite sport, and how did you get started playing it?

A: My favorite sport is basketball. I started in the fourth grade and was very intimidated by the other girls. My parents pushed me to stick with it, and I'm thankful for that. I finally grew confident with it, and only wanted to get better.

Q: What was your most thrilling moment in sports?

A: My freshman year when I made it to state for the high jump. There were 15 other girls competing, and most of them were older than me. I jumped 4-11, the highest I ever jumped and got third place. I couldn't believe I did so well my first year at state.

Q: Do you have a role model, and why is he/she your role model?

A: My role models are my parents. They are always there for me and give me advice. They come to all of the games for support and to cheer for my sister and I. I love them very much.

Q: Do you have any hobbies, and if so, what are they?

A: One of my hobbies is going fishing with my boyfriend and his grandfather. It's a lot of fun and we love spending time together.

Q: What is your favorite food?

A: Sushi. I love it.

Q:What is the last non-academic book you read?

A: The 10th Circle by Jodi Picoult. She is an amazing author.

Q: Who is your favorite musician or group?

A: I love country and my favorite musician would have to be Kenny Chesney. My favorite group is Lady Antebellum

Q: After graduation, where do you plan to attend college, and what are you looking at in terms of a major?

A: I'm not positive on what college yet, but I want to major in psychology.

Q: Tell us something about yourself that would surprise your friends?

A: I did ballet, gymnastics and tap when I was younger.