Getting to know Michigan basketball fan Robert Zavala

Q: What was your first memory as a Michigan fan?

A: “My first memory of being a Michigan fan was how huge the Big House actually was.”

Q: What’s your favorite Michigan sports experience?

A: “Watching the Final 4 and Championship game in San Antonio.”

Q: How short was J.T. Barrett?

A: “SHORT ENOUGH…SMH”

Q: Who is your favorite Michigan athlete of all time and why?

A: “My favorite athlete from Michigan is tough: C-Webb, Gary Grant, T-Mills, Sierra Romero, Brian Griese, Charles Woodson are some of the greats. But I have to go with Glen Rice….smooth jump shot and a National champion.”

Q: Favorite sport and why.

A: “I love basketball the most. Just watching our fellas from Michigan and the other teams is awesome. Talented young men.”

Q: Favorite tailgating memory.

A: My favorite tailgating memory would be the Bowl games in Florida.  I have friends in the Tampa area, I stay with them and we all go to the game and have fun.

Q;  If you were Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel for a day, what would you change at UM?

A: “If I was the boss Warde Manuel what would I change? I would change that the student-athletes get an allowance every month.  So they can catch a movie, go out for a pizza, or maybe just for some gas money.”