Q&A with Hollie Blanske

Hollie Blanske has been a powerful force for the team. For the past two years Hollie has competed every in meet as an all-arounder. She continues to shine athletically and academically, capturing first-team All-American on floor and second-team All-American accolades in the all-around in 2015.

The 2015 first-team All-Big Ten selection gymnast also is active in the community. She earned spots on the Tom Osborne Citizenship Team the past two years, and is a proud member of the Nebraska Student Athlete Advisory Committee.

Hollie took a few minutes from her challenging academic and athletic schedule to answer some questions and give us a little insight into her life outside the gym.

Favorite TV show growing up: SpongeBob Squarepants

Favorite meal/food: Pizza and anything home cooked

Favorite class that you’ve taken: None

What would you do with a Time Machine?: Go back to the 70s when there was good music

Celebrity Crush: Ryan Gosling

Favorite thing about Nebraska (the school): The fans and atmosphere

Best thing about Nebraska (the place): The tradition

Fondest Gymnastics memory: Making Super Six in 2014

Vegetables or fruits?: Veggies

Who is your best competitor?: Myself

Do you have any pre-meet rituals?: Coffee before every meet                                               

Why did you choose Nebraska?: Felt like home to me

What is your favorite movie genre (comedy, horror, etc.): Comedy and Horror

What is your favorite thing about competing?: The adrenaline and pressure

Who was your idol growing up?: My Dad – Still is