Meet Rusty Fernando
March 29, 2011
Corvallis, Ore. -
By Kyli Millender
For osubeavers.com
The Oregon weather can be a hard adjustment for some, especially when making the transition from Arizona, but junior college transfer Rusty Fernando isn’t letting the rain soak his outlook on the coming football season. He credits his mom and uncle for leading him in the right direction and helping him get where he is today -- and the family atmosphere of the team here was something that caught his attention. The hard work mentality was another one of the things that drew him to the Oregon State football program and he’s ready to work hard and fight for time on the field next season.
Why do you want to study psychology?
“Human sciences are an interest of mine.”
What made you choose to go to a junior college after high school?
“I didn’t really have a choice. I didn’t take care of the things I needed to take care of in high school, but it worked out.”
Who has had the biggest impact on your football career to date?
“My mom and my uncle have led me in the right direction and told me the right things to do.”
What was it about the coaching staff that drew you to Oregon State?
“The hard work mentality. The coaches have the `get it done’ kind of attitude.”
What are your goals for this season?
“Get my weight up by the time the season starts and hopefully start.”
What is your favorite thing about OSU?
“I like the family atmosphere, that’s what drew me to come here in the first place.”
What motivates you?
“Starting.”
What's a common misconception about you?
“People think that because I’m skinny, I’m not strong.”
Who is your favorite athlete and why?
“Reggie White, because I liked the way he played.”
Do you have any hidden talents most people wouldn't expect?
“I can play the violin.”
What is your favorite book?
“Dr. Seuss, Cat in the Hat.”
What do you hope to do after college?
“I want to go to the NFL and then be a teacher.”
What do you miss most about your hometown?
“My family.”
