Interview to Leonor “Leo”

1-Where were you born?

I was born in the Gran Canaria, Spain

2-Where did you study?

I studied highschool in Guaydil school (Gran Canaria), and undergrad in The Florida State University

3-Where are you now?

I just got home from training with the national team. They are playing the European championship in France on June 15-30.

4-Why did you decide to study and play in the U.S.?

It was the best option for me to study a degree and play basketball at the same time.

5-Whats the best memory that you have in the championship you have played?

The best memories are always next to my teammates, on and off the court.

6-What was your best championship?

I don’t have a “best” championship. However, I will never forget my first European gold medal when I was 15 in Kosice, and the silver world championship in Thailand. Those two championships are special for me.

7-How many medals have you got?

I don’t really know, hehe. Bunch of medals from Spanish championships with my club team and other 5 or so with the national team. Ive been a very lucky girl.

8-Whats your favorite medal?

The Kosice and Thailand medals. Both were special championships and a first time for me (first European and first world championship)

9-What have you missed from spain?

The family and Spanish food.

10-Who is your favourite basketball player?

I never had an idol growing up. I believe there are great players all over the world, and each one of them has special skills.

11-What are your plans for future?

Keep playing pro while I keep studying a master.

12-How is the experience with the national team?

Its always great. There are an amazing group of girls.

13-What is your football team?

Hope to not disappoint any of you, but I am a Barsa fan!

14-How old were you when you went for the first time with the national team?

I was 14 years old becoming 15 couple months after the championship

15-What places did you visited with the national team?

To many different countries and Spanish cities; from Lanzarote, to Italy or Thailand.

16-What's your favourite place in the world?

Gran Canaria, no doubt!

17-What team would you like to play?

National team

18-As you know this interview is for the pupils of your ex team manager Sara, “sariña”, so what good memories have you got from the European Championship in Sweden?

I remember it was a great year for us, we had a lot of fun, and unforgettable memories.

Thank you very much, and have a great summer!