We recently conducted some light-hearted, get-to-know interviews with members of bowling’s freshman class. Today we meet Brogan Zengel from Centerville, Ohio.
Age I began to bowl: 5
Who got me started with bowling: My grandpa
When I was a kid I tried to be like: My dad
Favorite part about being at Vanderbilt: Being exposed to so many new opportunities and people from all over
Favorite musical performer: Mac Miller
Favorite movie: Pitch Perfect
Nobody can believe I watch this TV show: Shameless
Favorite midnight snack: Cereal
Favorite thing about myself: I enjoy being healthy
The best tasting food I can make: Lasagna
Favorite sport other than bowling: Soccer
Favorite athlete to watch in another sport: Harry Kane
Talent I’d most like to have: Singing
Favorite thing to do away from bowling: Working out
I’m as good as anyone at: Being proactive
My best non-athletic talent: Writing legibly with both hands
Favorite aspect of Nashville: There’s always something to do
The person I’d love to trade places with for a day: Kanye
What I would do if I won the lottery: Open a hospital
Ultimate vacation destination: Australia
The person(s) I admire most: My grandpa
Career goal outside of bowling: Becoming a Physician’s Assistant
The most famous person(s) I’ve met: Pro bowlers
Three things on my bucket list are: Being genuinely happy, becoming a PA and impacting other’s lives for the better
One thing my hometown is famous for: Bills Donuts (ranked #2 best donuts in the nation)
What I like best about my coaches: They’re straight up and push you to the limit so you better yourself
Biggest influence in my life: My grandpa
Most important thing I’ve learned since coming to Vanderbilt: You can’t devote yourself just to academics, it’s important to go out and have fun and keep yourself mentally happy too.
My advice to young people is: Do what makes you happy, no matter what anyone else thinks
Why did you choose Vanderbilt: This is the only school that has extraordinary academics, a great bowling program, and gives you a chance to have a great social life.
Have you had any relatives play college sports? My cousins play field hockey!
Favorite holiday: Fourth of July
