Sporty Saturday Spotlight Presents Katy Schlemmer

February 19th, 2010

This Saturday the sporty spotlight shines bright on fifteen-year-old skateboarder, Katy Schlemmer. Check out Katy’s fun interview below where she dishes about support, her BFF’s, and much, much more.

Name: Katy Schlemmer

Age: 15

Sport(s): Skateboarding, Basketball

Hometown: Tustin, California

High School/Middle School/College: Foothill High School

What’s your fave sport?

My favorite sport would have to be skateboarding. I have so much fun skating and it really lets you express yourself in tricks and style.

How many years have you been playing your fave sport?

I think of been skating for about 3 or 4 years. But these last two years I’ve actually been practicing tricks and trying  to learn bigger things.

Where do you plan on being in five years?

In five years I hope to be a professional skateboarder and if not I plan on still skating and being a part of something in the skateboarding business.

What was the biggest lesson you’ve learned from playing your sport?

The biggest lesson I’ve learned from skateboarding is that no matter how good you may think you are, there is always someone out there better than you. It’s something that really makes me push myself to get better. I’ve also learned to try and get over the nerve of competing in competitions!

What lessons have you learned about work ethic from your sport?

If you don’t practice you won’t get any better. You have to devote your time day after day and its a lot of work. Skateboarding is all trial and error, and it can be painful haha.

What have you learned about teamwork?

Well… skateboarding really isn’t a “team” sport. Haha.. It’s more individual and learning things on your own. But I guess it is always good to respect others at skateparks and be nice.

How do you balance school and sports?

It’s sooooo hard!!! Haha I have school and have to wake up early for 0 period and then right after school I always have basketball or conditioning and then maybe games after that! And then I have to come home and shower and do homework and by the time I finish that it’s already time for bed! But right now I’m actually out of basketball for awhile because I have to get another heart test just in case to make sure I don’t have cardiomyopathy. Luckily I can still skateboard! But usually I barely have time to skateboard during the week but this year I’m going to try harder to fit more skating into my schedule!

Who do you have supporting you in your sport?

Well my parents are a big help but so are some of the companies that have sponsored me. Thank you Monster Energy, Freestyle Watches, Division 26, Fringe Clothing, Maitri, Damzl, and a few others. You can check them out online or visit my profile on www.loopd.com <http://www.loopd.com>  to learn more about all of them!

Who do you look up to?

I look up to my parents and friends and especially my best friends Kelli, Autumn, Kourtnee, and Paulina. I don’t know what I’d do without them! They’re always here for me!

Favorite skateboarder?

Ryan Sheckler.. Yum. haha But Rodney Mullen is amazing.

What’s the girliest thing you like to do? (Pretty Tough signature question)

Well that’s an easy one.. Shopping with all my friends!!!

Thanks, Katy! Hope your heart is okay… Thanks for a fun interview. You’re right, a support system is so important. Best of luck with your career.

Do you or someone you know want to be spotlighted? Send an email to Keri Mikulski at kerimikulski(at)gmail(dot)com.

Happy Saturday!

Hugs,
Keri