Quick Hits: Cameron Dobbs
CORAL GABLES, Fla. – Quick Hits gives University of Miami volleyball fans an opportunity to get to know the student-athletes on the 2017 Hurricanes roster.
The first installment of Quick Hits features Cameron Dobbs, a freshman outside hitter from Douglasville, Ga.
Name: Cameron Dobbs
Hometown: Douglasville, Georgia
HighSchool: Landmark Christian School
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Q&A
Q: What has your time at Miami been like so far?
A: My time at Miami has been wonderful. It has been great meeting the athletes of each sport and getting to know everyone. The weather has been beautiful and walking to class every day under palm trees is a nice change from old high school hallways.
Q: What has been your favorite part of being a Hurricane?
A: My favorite part of being a Hurricane is being amongst so many driven people, athletes or not, here at The U. At Miami, only excellence is accepted, so surrounding myself with great people has been motivating, fun, and exciting.
Q: Has anyone taken you under their wing, shown you around and helped with your transition to college? If so, who, and how have they helped you adjust?
A: The entire volleyball team has really taken me under their wing. Specifically, Coach Jill [Hadder], our trainer Simona [Latino], Hannah [Sorensen], Carly [Davey], Sakile [Simmons], Kolby [Bird], Brooke [McDermott], and Sara [Duque] have helped in my transition by offering rides, walking me to classes/events, helping me with questions I have about UM, and showing a genuine warmth in welcoming me to The U. My faculty advisor, Marilyn Gonzalez, has also been helpful in guiding my course selection.
Q: What has been the biggest adjustment for you since you arrived?
A: Living in the dorm and having a roommate.
Q: Are there any classes you are taking so far that you like?
A: This summer I am taking “Public Speaking” and “The Geological Influences on Society”. I like both of these classes. Being taught in a fun, intimate classroom setting with a great professor, Public Speaking will better my speaking skills. Likewise, the geology STEM class is interesting and led by an awesome professor.
Q: What made you choose your major?
A: I have always dreamed of being in front of the camera and on TV. Being a Broadcast Journalism major prepares me to pursue my dream of becoming an ESPN anchor, immersed in the world of athletics, or a talk show host.
Q: What are you most excited for about being in college?
A: I am excited about the many open doors at Miami. The School of Communications offers numerous opportunities to be in front of the camera and on the radio, even as a freshman. And, I am thrilled to fulfill a goal of competing in the ACC on a hard-working, talented, and determined volleyball team that has a tradition and expectation of success.
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I committed to Miami over other schools because: the volleyball program, academics, tropical resort-like campus, and location combined surpassed all other schools.
When I think of Miami volleyball, I think of: energy, determination, hard work, and the potential for greatness.
My favorite part of being a Hurricane student-athlete is: being able to represent UM while doing what I love surrounded by talented, determined, and awesome people.
If I had to describe the team in one word it would be: focused.
Coral Gables is different from my hometown because: Atlanta does not offer the tropical experience that Coral Gables delivers.
The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: Downsizing to dorm life.
When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: overjoyed, humbled, and blessed that I was given a great opportunity to play at The U, where a tradition of excellence on the court and in the classroom is common and expected.
I love volleyball because: it is a fast-paced, skillful, great team sport that is not only entertaining to play but also to watch. Being a fierce competitor, volleyball gives me an outlet to use my skills while having fun with others and doing something I love.
My favorite moment in my volleyball career was: playing with my club team in Brazil and Europe.
Quick Hits
Favorite Athlete: Tim Tebow
Favorite Professional Sports Team: The Miami Dolphins
Favorite Meal: Hibachi Chicken Fried Rice
Favorite Candy: Mini Chewy Sweet-tarts
Favorite Movie: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
Favorite TV Show: Friends
Favorite Music Artist: Khalid
My first pets were: a cat named Tiger and a Beagle named Bagel
My favorite place on campus is: The Volleyball Court
My favorite University of Miami alumni is: Dwayne Johnson
The farthest place from home I’ve been is: Europe
If I could be any celebrity, I would be: Joanna Gaines
If I could take a vacation anywhere in the world, I would travel to: Prague… again!
In my spare time, I like to: Do Yoga, Paint, Shop, and Hang Out with Friends
My favorite sport to watch on TV is:College Football, Besides Volleyball
My nickname is: Cam
