GET TO KNOW YOUR POET.....
Q: At what age did you begin playing golf?
A: 12; Loved the game from the get go
Q: What's your favorite food (s)?
A: Sushi/Poke/Pizza
Q: What's your favorite music/band?
A: Sleeping with Sirens
Q: What is your favorite quote?
A: "Yesterday is not what it could've been as were most of all the day before. But I swear today with every breathe I'm breathing in, I'll be trying to make it so much more."
Q: What is your favorite movie?
A: Bruce Almighty
Q: Why did you choose Whittier College?
A: Great staff and athletic recruitment/Great education and golf program
Q: What part of Whittier College golf do you like the most?
A:
Q: Who is your favorite sports hero?
A: Jason Day
Personal:
Parents names: Angela Batta and Gilbert Valdez
Siblings: Fishers Valadez, Victoria Batta, Joseph Batta
Hometown: Anaheim, CA
Previous school attended: Santiago Canyon College
Major: Buisness Administration
Awards
* Coara Thespian Award
* Publicity Commisioner 2013
* Golf of the Year 2009-2013
