UP CLOSE: Mike Rose

UP CLOSE: Mike RoseUP CLOSE: Mike Rose

Favorite Cold Cereal: Honey Bunches of Oats

Why did I choose to play basketball over other sports: I can put the ball in the hoop at an alarming rate.

What do I want to be doing 20 years from now: Have a family and be doing something I love.

What is my favorite activity away from basketball: Golf.

What is my most memorable athletic achievement or moment: NCAA Tournament two years ago; I hope to get back there.

One place I would like to visit: Virgin Isles.

My favorite website: www.espn.com.

My favorite professor at BYU: Dr. Chadwick, Sociology.

My favorite scripture: 1 Nephi 3:7

If I could play another position, it would be: Manager.

My favorite Dave Rose quote: "Be passionate about what you do."

sometime in my life I would like to: Play golf at St. Andrews Links.

One rule I'd change in college basketball: Have a four-point line from about 23 feet.

What is the best bookS I've ever read: Angels and Demons -- Dan Brown.

My advice to youngsters: Find something you love and do it (as long as it's good).

How did I spend my off-season: Running, working out, little bit of vacation mixed in.

The best player I've ever faced is: Sean May (luckily I didn't have to guard him).

How did I select my jersey number: As a freshman you take what you get.

Before a basketball game I: Try to get myself mentally ready to play.

If I were hosting you on a recruiting visit to Provo, the most impressive thing I'd have to show you is: The Dollar Theatre.

If I were on "Who Wants to be a Millionaire," the person I'd call for my lifeline is: Austin Ainge.

If I could invite any three people to dinner, who would it be: President Hinckley, Christ, and Shaq.

On game day my friends and relatives: Kick back, relax, and watch the victory.