Senior Spotlight: David Bingham of Mound Westonka

Name: David Bingham

School: Mound Westonka High School

What sports do you play during the year?

I play Hockey, Football and Tennis

Who was your favorite athlete growing up and why?

One of my favorite athletes growing up either Jarome Iginla or Manny Ramirez because they are standout players on my favorite teams.

How would you describe yourself in three words or less?

Spontaneous, athletic and open-minded

What is your favorite subject in school?

My favorite subject is any business class because of the interest it sparks within me (currently it is Marketing 2).

Do you have a favorite sports memory that sticks out to you?

Bantam A Tournament, getting the game-winning goal against Hopkins with ten seconds left in the third period. We became rivals that year.

What is your favorite quote and who said it?

"The name on the front of the jersey is a hell of a lot more important than the one on the back." - Herb Brooks

What song do you listen to before games to get you pumped up?

No Mercy by T.I.; Here comes the Boom by Nelly; Good Night by Roscoe Dash; Till I'm Gone by Tinie Tempah; Headstrong by Trapt; Let it Fly by  Maino

If you could visit any place in the world, where would you go and why?

If I could choose one place, I would go to Australia because it's where I hope to live or my basement with my girlfriend because that is where I can truly be myself and fully be honest and trustworthy with it. Also because she loves me no matter the situation.

What are your plans next year (going to college? majoring in? playing sports?)

Undecided between pursuing hockey by playing Junior hockey or going the college route at Mankato State University and possibly trying to walk-on at either football or hockey (preferably hockey, while obtaining a degree in either business or sports management.