Meet the Gymnasts: Julia Merwin

Throughout the month of December, Mountaineer fans have the unique opportunity to get acquainted with the WVU gymnasts. We wrap-up the sophomore class with Julia Merwin!

What is your favorite thing about WVU?
My team!

If you could be any Olympic gymnast for the day, who would you be?
Alicia Sacramone

If you got the chance to compete in any Olympic Games, where would it be held?
Italy

Who is your biggest gymnastics inspiration?
Aly Raisman

If you could compete in another Olympic sport, what would it be?
Track

What is your favorite away meet location?
Florida

Where is your dream vacation?
Australia

Who do you look up to the most?
My mom and dad

If you could be any other WVU athlete for the day, who would you be?
Abby Kaufman

What has been the best moment of your gymnastics career so far?
Competing in my first college meet last season

What is your favorite quote?
"Make it happen."

If you could make an appearance in any movie or TV show, what would it be?
Fixer Upper

What do you love the most about gymnastics?
I love the challenge. There is always something new to learn, and it is fun!

Where is your favorite place in Morgantown?
The gym

Do you have any pre-meet rituals?
Nope!

What are you most looking forward to this season?
Competing with my friends!

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.

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Players Mentioned

Abby Kaufman

Julia Merwin

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