| Caitlyn
Botica: Feature
interview and athlete of the month |
| Q1:
When did you begin skating and which club were you are member
of? |
| A1:
I started as a six year old in the country town of
Kalgoorlie (WA) in my new pair of 'Barbie' skates. I moved to
Perth in 1994 at the age of 7 where I skated for the Balcatta
Club. (now closed) |
| Q2:
What are your goals for the future? |
| A2:
My goals are to compete strongly at my first Junior World
Championships and to hopefully represent Australia at many
more Worlds and eventually work my way into a top ten ranking. |
| Q3:
How do you feel about competing at your first World
Championships? |
| A3:
I feel very excited, as I have only watched Worlds on video.
Looking forward to actually competing and then staying on to
watch the Senior World Championships. |
| Q4:
What message do you have for other young female/male athletes
striving for excellence in their chosen sport? |
| A4:
Live and aim beyond your dreams and always strive to achieve
your goals, but most of all 'ENJOY IT'..
|
| Q5:
Can you tell us a little about your coach? |
| A5:
She is a mad 'Kylie'
Fan who always gives 100% I wouldn't be where I am without
her.... and she is a (big) little freak!! :) and very
dedicated! |
| Q6:
Have you ever trained overseas and would you like to? |
| A6:
No, I haven't trained overseas as yet but I would love to
train with Florencia (Argentina) or with Amanda
Bryant (Australia), who are both my idols!! |
| Q7:
Tell us what motivates and inspires you to be the best: |
| A7:
Because I love my sport and if I become the best I have
achieved my ultimate goal. |
