Jan. 26, 2006
BEAR FACTS Archive
Jerome Miller
Track & Field
Senior, Hurdles
When did you start playing your sport?
In the 7th grade.
Who has had the greatest impact on your career?
My brother.
What is the best part of being a college athlete?
Excelling over expectations.
If you weren't playing the sport you are now, which sport would you want to play?
Football.
What is your nickname on the team and why?
They call me "Rome" and "The Beast".
After meeting coach Harbour, what was you first thought?
New coach, new system.
If you could play a different position, what would it be?
I would probably do the 200 and 400.
Do you have a pre-game ritual, if so what is it?
Pray.
What is the most unique item in your locker?
An empty shoe box.
Who are your favorite sports heroes?
Barry Sanders and Deion Sanders.
What athlete did you imitate when you were a kid?
Barry Sanders.
Where is your favorite place to go after a game/event?
Home.
What is the best venue you have ever played in?
Baylor.
What is the highlight of your sports career?
I haven't had one yet.
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
I fell at State.
What opposing school do you most look forward to competing against?
Anyone who thinks they can beat me.
Why did you choose to attend Baylor?
It's close to home.
What's the most important thing you've learned as a Baylor athlete?
To put God first.
What has been your favorite class at Baylor?
Advanced Interviewing.
What single thing will you most miss about Baylor when you leave?
The coaches.
Who is your all-time favorite Baylor athlete?
Darold Williamson and Jeremy Wariner.
What CD is in your player right now?
Anthony Hamilton.
What is the last movie you watched?
Rebound.
What is one thing you must pack when traveling?
Toothbrush.
Who is your favorite Sportscenter announcer?
Stewart Scott.
As a role model to young athletes, what advice can you give?
Believe in yourself.
What is your favorite fast food?
Whataburger.
What is the biggest challenge you have had to overcome?
Build confidence again.
Name one thing that people would be surprised to learn about you.
I am a man of God.
Name one thing you can't go a week without.
Pancakes.
What is your dream job?
Actor.
What's your most valued possession?
The Bible.
What do you consider the all-time greatest moment in sports?
Houston winning the NBA Championship.
Playstation 2 or Xbox?
Xbox.
Movies or TV?
TV.
MTV or ESPN?
ESPN.
Inflatable Judge or Bruiser?
Bruiser.
Burger or Pizza?
Pizza.
Penland or Memorial?
Memorial.
Sandals or Shoes?
Shoes.
Cars or Trucks?
Cars.
compiled by Luke Blount, Athletic Media Relations student assistant
