I had the chance to interview Richard Romeo III of the Mountaineer men’s basketball team. He is number 30 for the Mountaineers and is in his fourth and final year on the team. Outside of basketball Rich is marketing major in his senior year here at WVU. Beyond collegiate athletics and studies he hopes to maybe pursue coaching basketball one day.
Q: How long have you been playing basketball?
A: Since I was 11 years old.
Q: What got you into basketball in the first place?
A: Playing every sport I could as a kid.
Q: Why did you choose West Virginia University?
A: It was my dream school as a kid.
Q: Do you like it here at WVU?
A: I love it.
Q: Other than basketball, are you apart of another other teams, organizations, or clubs?
A: No.
Q: What is it like to be apart of WVU’s basketball team?
A: An honor.
Q: Do you have any certain pregame rituals or traditions?
A: Nathan Adrian and I have a competition game we play before every shoot around. Not really a ritual but we’ve always done it.
Q: Are you sad that this will be your last season here?
A: Yes of course.
Q: What’s your favorite thing about WVU basketball?
A: The family feel we have within the program.
Q: Do you have hopes or plans to further your basketball career beyond college?
A: Possibly coaching.
Q: Do you have any advice for those aspiring to become apart of the team one day?
A: You have to really love it.
Q: What one or two things do you currently do in your training that are keys to your success?
A: Eating healthy and staying overly hydrated.
Q: What is your biggest accomplishment in your sport?
A: Making it to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA tournament.
Q: What would be your ultimate achievement?
A: A national championship is the ultimate goal.
Q: What is your biggest challenge, and what do you do to manage this challenge?
A: Managing school and basketball.
Q: What is your diet like?
A: A lot of protein. A lot of fruit. Pasta and carbs on nights before games.
Q: What motivates you to play?
A: My love for the game.