Throughout the month of December, Mountaineer fans have the unique opportunity to get acquainted with the WVU gymnasts. We end this week with sophomore Abby Kaufman!
 
What is your favorite thing about WVU?
The upbeat, college-town atmosphere
 
If you could be any Olympic gymnast for the day, who would you be?
Shawn Johnson
 
If you got the chance to compete in any Olympic Games, where would it be held?
Barcelona
 
Who is your biggest gymnastics inspiration?
Trinity Thomas
 
If you could compete in another Olympic sport, what would it be?
Archery
 
What is your favorite away meet location?
California
 
Where is your dream vacation?
Australia, where I can adopt a pet kangaroo
 
Who do you look up to the most?
My mom and dad. They show me every day how to work hard, love others and live life to the fullest.
 
If you could be any other WVU athlete for the day, who would you be?
Julia Merwin
 
What has been the best moment of your gymnastics career so far?
The coolest moment was my first time running out of the tunnel as the intro video played in the WVU Coliseum
 
What is your favorite quote?
"'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord. 'Plans to prosper you, not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.'" Jeremiah 29:11
 
If you could make an appearance in any movie or TV show, what would it be?
SpongeBob SquarePants
 
What do you love the most about gymnastics?
The feeling of accomplishment after overcoming a fear, the adrenaline rush after learning a new skill and the bond it forms between my teammates and me.
 
Where is your favorite place in Morgantown?
Kirkland's
 
Do you have any pre-meet rituals?
Karaoke/dance party in the locker room to get pumped up!
 
What are you most looking forward to this season?
Building upon our success from last season and striving for NCAA Nationals as a team
 
The WVU gymnastics team opens its 2018 season against No. 2 Florida on Friday, Jan. 5, at 7 p.m., at the WVU Coliseum. Tickets are available now at WVUGAME.com.