What are some of your goals this year and in your entire gymnastics career?
"Some goals I have for this year are to make it to Championships and be on the National team. For my whole career is to be in the Olympics!!!"
What is it like training at such a great gym like Parkettes and why do you like it so much there?
"It is great to train at a gym like Parkettes! I love it there because I feel like they're family to me and I feel I accomplish a lot everyday there!!!"
Are you very close with your Parkette teammates?
"I'm very close with my teammates! I feel like they're family and they're always there for me through the rough times."
What is your favorite thing about gymnastics?
"My favorite thing about gymnastics is the challenge!!"
In your opinion, what do you think is the hardest thing about gymnastics?
"I think the hardest thing about gymnastics is to get over your fears and never give up!
What is your favorite gymnastics memory?
"My favorite gymnastics memory is when I won states for the first time!"
What other sports do you like besides gymnastics?
"I love golf and basketball."
What has gymnastics taught you?
"Gymnastics has taught me how to overcome hard times and also to try very hard all the time!"
Who is your role model?
"My role model is Shannon Miller because I feel she is one of the best gymnasts."
What is it like being an elite gymnast?
"It is great being a elite gymnast because you know you made it through all the levels and you're still here and trying your best. Another thing is because I have one of the biggest meets in my life."
What advice would you give to up and coming gymnasts?
"I would tell them never give up and always try your hardest even if things aren't going your way."
If you could give a message to all your fans, what would you say?
"I would like to thank them for believing in me and always being right there when I need them!! Thanks Guys!"
Thanks, Tia, for doing this interview!! Maybe there will be another interview up in the future!