AMA 12: HightyTighty

Howdy all. I got nominated for next AMA, so fire away and I'll answer what I can.

Background info:

Was born in Winchester and grew up a Hokie fan despite no one in the family going to Tech. Never actually planned on going to VT, but I'm happy I did.

Was in the HTs while at Tech, and it was a great time. I wasn't necessarily very good, but I know for a fact I was the only person you could hear from the North Endzone if we were playing in the stands during a game.

Graduated in 2014 and commissioned in the Navy the same day. Been in for 9 years now, the last 7 as an intelligence officer. Never intended to stay this long, but I've had a lot of fun with it, and I'll stay as long as they let me and as long as it stays fun.

Other fun things: no kids and none planned. A puppy is enough work. Dunno how you parents manage.

When I'm not working, I spend a lot of time sitting on my porch with my dog, reading and sipping bourbon. My collection of both books and bottles is much larger than my girlfriend is totally okay with, and I dread having to move again because of them.

Love to travel. We usually do 1-2 trips a year.

Love going out to live events. Concerts, standup, plays, minor league sports. Been to plenty and it's always a good time.

Outside of Tech sports, I mainly watch soccer, primarily FC Köln, though I'm a casual Manchester United fan, and I'll watch most USMNT and German national team games. I grew up a Braves and Redskins fan, and I'll still root for both, but the Texas Rangers and the Jags are my adopted teams I care more about.

That's probably enough rambling. Fire away, and I'll answer what I can.