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Q&A with THOMAS ROBINSON
The Wave talked with Thomas Robinson after practice last week. Here's what he had to say about life on and off the court.
By Kathleen Gier kgier@kansan.com
KG: How did your nickname T-Rob come about?
TR: It just came about in high school, it is pretty self explanatory.
KG: What is your favorite game so far that you have played in?
TR: I would say playing at K-State that was crazy atmosphere.
KG: What is it like coming from D.C. to Lawrence?
TR: It was a major transition, but it was not as tough as I thought it would be because I have people around me to help me out like teammates and coaching staff, and people from home that kept in contact with me to make sure I was all right.
KG: I saw you were on the honor roll your senior year in high school, have you found a good balance between basketball and school?
KG: In the media guide it said you were a good cook, what do you make?
TR: I found a pretty good balance. It is all about time management, and focus. Doing what you have to do.
TR: I can't say I can cook everything, but if I get directions I pretty much can cook whatever it is.
KG: You had pretty high rankings coming out of high school; ranked as the No. 7 power forward and No. 31 overall recruit by scout. com. How did it feel to get that recognition?
TR: It was very exciting because my recognition came really late like the last tournament before my senior year; I started getting recognized as a basketball player. It was great having that.
KG: The school is nearing 2,000 victories, what does it feel like to be a part of that?
TR: It is a great thing to know I am a part of this program, it is a wonderful program and it is a great achievement for the school.
KG: What is your favorite experience so far at Kansas on or off the court?
TR: Off the court, being with my teammates is the best experience I have ever had. On the court, just playing for Kansas period and just being able to wear the uniform.
KG: What are your goals before the season finishes up?
TR: I want to win the championship. I want to bring the title home. That's my goal.
KG: In high school did you look forward to the tournament?
TR: March Madness, yeah of course yeah. I didn't pay too much attention until March, but that is where it all comes down to the main point.
KG: It said in the media guide that you wanted to either play in the NBA or be a CEO of a Fortune 500 company, why those two?
**TR:** I want to be my own boss, I want to own my own company. Of course, I would like to take my basketball career farther.
KG: What kind of company would you own?
TR: Something like a fitness type of thing, or either a clothing line.
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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
THE WAVE MARCH 10,2010