Hartford Week Two: Fabrice Tafo - AmericaEast.com

Q:: Three things I can't live without...
A:: Family. Friends. Basketball.

Q:: Why I chose University of Hartford...
A:: I chose Hartford because of the coaches and staff.

Q:: Favorite class and why...
A:: My favorite class so far is a sociology class on the family. The reason I like this class so much is because of the way the Professor presented the material. The class was interactive; everyone in the class was a part of a family, and I was the father in my group. I learned many things about taking responsibility and hopefully I will be able to use this for my own family someday. Another highlight of this class was planning my own wedding. I had no idea how expensive weddings are; I am glad brides pay for most weddings today!

Q:: One thing I have learned at Hartford that I will carry with me for the rest of my life is...
A:: One thing I have learned at Hartford that I will carry with me for the rest of my life is how to manage my time so that I can fit everything I want into a day.

Q:: Other than playing in the NBA, my dream job is...
A:: My dream job is to someday own my own business.

Q:: Other than my parents, the person who has had the most influence on me is and why...
A:: The person who has had the most influence on my is my grandmother because she is a very strong woman who is very supportive of the things that I do.

Q:: The best thing about being a Hartford Hawks is...
A:: The best thing about being a Hartford Hawk is just being part of the program and being part of the Hartford Community.

Q:: Most memorable moment as an athlete...
A:: My most memorable moment as an athlete (considering that I have only been here for two years) is our overtime win versus Boston University.

Q:: What I did this week as a student...
A:: Classes begin tomorrow so I am going to go pick up my books.

Q:: What I did this week as an athlete...
A:: We played three games last week, we had practice five days, and we watched tape. It was a very busy week.

Q:: Based upon my experiences growing up, my advice for young kids about school and athletics is...
A:: My advice to students who are interested in becoming a student-athlete would be to listen to you coaches, always work hard, manage your time, take care of the academics and be a team player.

Q:: Why I am looking forward to the America East Men’s Basketball Championship at Agganis Arena in Boston on March 2-4...
A:: I am looking forward to the Championship in Boston this year because I think that we have a chance to win.