Meet the Mystics - Koen Schlief
Meet Koen Schlief, a second-year member of the cross country team.
Name: Koen Schlief
Year of Eligibility: 2nd
Home Town: Bedford, NS
Major: Dietetics
How long have you been running?
1 year
Did you play any other sports growing up?
Karate
Why did you come to the Mount?
I came to the Mount to not only develop my career in nutrition and dietetics, but also better my own health and wellness through my education
What is the most memorable moment in your career so far?
Running my first half marathon
How would you describe your time with the team so far?
This team has served as my support system to better myself.
What do you like to do for fun?
Camping & gardening
Any pre-game superstitions/routines?
Standing on the start line and picturing the start of the race
What was your favourite book growing up?
Beast Quest
Do you have any hidden talents?
I play the tuba
What animal can you most relate to?
A monkey
What's a surprising thing on your bucket list?
Visit Northern Canada
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Professor or nutrition educator
If you could turn any activity into an Olympic sport, what would it be?
Speed baking
Do you have a personal mantra?
Another day, another bagel
What would your power be if you were a superhero?
Teleportation
What advice would you give to aspiring athletes?
Put fun first
If your life were a movie, what would the title be?
The Juggler
If you could switch lives with anyone for a day, who would you choose?
Anthony Gallant
What's one item you could never live without?
My watch
Current favourite song? Taking Water – Billy Strings
Favourite TV show? Dexter
Early bird of night owl? Early bird
Pancakes or waffles? Waffles
Instrgam reels or Ticktok? Instagram
Movie night or game night? Game night
Would you rather travel to the past or the future? Past