Justin Robinson has been a track star since he was a kid. We asked him a bunch of questions, he answered all of them. Now a junior at ASU, he has earned top honors for Team USA Track & Field. Get to know Justin below...
If you could have dinner with anyone from any era, who would it be, and where?
Jesse and on "A" Mountain with a good view.
One word to describe your feeling when you were put on the ASU uniform for the first time:
There is no turning back now.
One thing I want to impress upon the freshmen:
Hard work pays off. It might not at that moment but it will
The most upset you have ever been on the field was:
Coming in fourth at outdoor USA's.
The happiest you have ever been on the field:
When we broke the world record.
You have a chance to go watch one past sporting event live (any sport)...what are you going to?
The Olympics.
MLB players pick a song to play on the PA system when they step up to the plate. You are a MLB player. What song is playing as you dig into the batter's box?
0 to 60
You have a chance to pick the brain of any coach of any sport for one hour....who is it?
Prime Time, baby.
What did like best about your hometown?
It's home
A movie you have watched more than once and will watch again:
Any of the Harry Potter movies
Past Sun Devil (any sport) you wish you could have watched compete:
Swim and Dive
Favorite song from your favorite artist?
There's so many depends on how I'm feeling
Are you a good dancer? When is the last time you danced?
Nooooo
What is one of your favorite quotes?
Who has been the biggest influence on your career?
Family
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be?
The end of slavery
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
To learn every language
If you could meet anyone, past or present, who would it be?
My great grandkids
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble?
A lot, the list would be to long
What story does your family always tell about you?
Each family member has a different story. I'm a very interesting person. You just have to meet me and find out
What's your favorite show/series and why?
If you were a character on a show/series, which one would you be?
Probably Riley of the Boondocks
If someone wrote a book about your life, what would they title it?
"I can't make this up"
Name one thing about yourself that most people don't know:
If I tell everyone I like turtles and tortoises then everyone would know shushing
What is your favorite commercial?
Game/event where you learned the most from?
Ninth grade before my race, I learned not to eat Hot Cheetos before you run (they burn)
If you could live during any time period when/where would it be and why?
I would want to live in the real-life Jurassic Park, before the astroid hit.
What is the most important thing that a parent/grandparent taught you?
Don't depend on anyone
What was the single-biggest challenge of your life?
To let go of old friends and bad habits
What is your favorite road trip destination?
Anywhere with good scenery
What toppings do you get on your pizza?
Chicken and spinach
How do you like your steak cooked?
Medium
Favorite pro athlete you have been around:
Fred Kerley
Most underrated coach you have been around:
Sean Burris
What I know now that I wish I knew in high school:
Make smart financial decisions
Typically, I am in bed and lights are out at:
10:30
Last book I read:
Jeremiah
Last movie I saw:
The new Mario movie
What was the first concert you ever attended?
Never been
The most played song on my playlist is:
"Off the wall" by Cudi Mula
My favorite month and why:
March because it's the month of my birthday
What is your favorite holiday and why?
Christmas because of the snow
What three words would you use to describe yourself?
A true friend
If you could be on any game show, which show would you choose?
Family Feud with Steve Harvey
What is the most useful app you have downloaded?
Google
What is your best childhood sports memory?
Making it to the GFL Super Bowl
You have just won the lottery, what is your first purchase?
A big farm to put my large tortoise on
What is your favorite sport to watch?
Track
What is your favorite food?
Burger
What is your favorite restaurant?
My mom's house
What do you miss the most about being a kid?
Not have to worry about having a house and having fun
What is your favorite candy?
Blue Jolly Rancher
One sentence to describe your family?
Big and fun
What is a place that you have always wanted to visit?
Africa
What was the most exciting game you have ever been a part of (fan or as player)
When I helped Team USA break the mixed relay world record.
If you could have dinner with anyone from any era, who would it be, and where?
Jesse and on "A" Mountain with a good view.
One word to describe your feeling when you were put on the ASU uniform for the first time:
There is no turning back now.
One thing I want to impress upon the freshmen:
Hard work pays off. It might not at that moment but it will
The most upset you have ever been on the field was:
Coming in fourth at outdoor USA's.
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The happiest you have ever been on the field:
When we broke the world record.
You have a chance to go watch one past sporting event live (any sport)...what are you going to?
The Olympics.
MLB players pick a song to play on the PA system when they step up to the plate. You are a MLB player. What song is playing as you dig into the batter's box?
0 to 60
You have a chance to pick the brain of any coach of any sport for one hour....who is it?
Prime Time, baby.
What did like best about your hometown?
It's home
A movie you have watched more than once and will watch again:
Any of the Harry Potter movies
Past Sun Devil (any sport) you wish you could have watched compete:
Swim and Dive
Favorite song from your favorite artist?
There's so many depends on how I'm feeling
Are you a good dancer? When is the last time you danced?
Nooooo
What is one of your favorite quotes?
"Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it." --by Charles R. Swindoll
Who has been the biggest influence on your career?
Family
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be?
The end of slavery
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
To learn every language
If you could meet anyone, past or present, who would it be?
My great grandkids
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble?
A lot, the list would be to long
What story does your family always tell about you?
Each family member has a different story. I'm a very interesting person. You just have to meet me and find out
What's your favorite show/series and why?
The Boondocks. It's relatable and funny.
If you were a character on a show/series, which one would you be?
Probably Riley of the Boondocks
If someone wrote a book about your life, what would they title it?
"I can't make this up"
Name one thing about yourself that most people don't know:
If I tell everyone I like turtles and tortoises then everyone would know shushing
What is your favorite commercial?
Snickers commercial "You're Not You When You're Hungry"
Game/event where you learned the most from?
Ninth grade before my race, I learned not to eat Hot Cheetos before you run (they burn)
Champions were crowned, records fell, and memories were made. Relive the best moments of the 2023 outdoor season ??
— Sun Devil Track and Field/XC (@SunDevilTFXC) June 22, 2023
If you could live during any time period when/where would it be and why?
I would want to live in the real-life Jurassic Park, before the astroid hit.
What is the most important thing that a parent/grandparent taught you?
Don't depend on anyone
What was the single-biggest challenge of your life?
To let go of old friends and bad habits
What is your favorite road trip destination?
Anywhere with good scenery
What toppings do you get on your pizza?
Chicken and spinach
How do you like your steak cooked?
Medium
Favorite pro athlete you have been around:
Fred Kerley
Most underrated coach you have been around:
Sean Burris
What I know now that I wish I knew in high school:
Make smart financial decisions
Typically, I am in bed and lights are out at:
10:30
Last book I read:
Jeremiah
Last movie I saw:
The new Mario movie
What was the first concert you ever attended?
Never been
The most played song on my playlist is:
"Off the wall" by Cudi Mula
My favorite month and why:
March because it's the month of my birthday
What is your favorite holiday and why?
Christmas because of the snow
What three words would you use to describe yourself?
A true friend
If you could be on any game show, which show would you choose?
Family Feud with Steve Harvey
What is the most useful app you have downloaded?
What is your best childhood sports memory?
Making it to the GFL Super Bowl
You have just won the lottery, what is your first purchase?
A big farm to put my large tortoise on
What is your favorite sport to watch?
Track
What is your favorite food?
Burger
What is your favorite restaurant?
My mom's house
What do you miss the most about being a kid?
Not have to worry about having a house and having fun
What is your favorite candy?
Blue Jolly Rancher
One sentence to describe your family?
Big and fun
What is a place that you have always wanted to visit?
Africa
What was the most exciting game you have ever been a part of (fan or as player)
When I helped Team USA break the mixed relay world record.