Melissa Gohing
4-time UAAP Champion, DLSU Lady Spikers
UAAP Rookie of the Year, Season 71
The first libero, a non-scoring position, to be the Player of the Game "POG" in the UAAP
“Play every game like it’s your last or Live life everyday like it’s your last”
Melissa Says…
My recovery routine
Getting hot compress, myofascial release, cryotherapy, and applying ºA-Game Aftersport Rubdown.
Post-game meal
Carbs & Protein plus Protein Shake for faster muscle recovery.
Favorite athletes
Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors.
Pre-game ritual
I eat lots of chocolates (Twix!).
What's in my gym bag?
I always bring a huge bag with me. Phone, wallet, powerbank, charger, make-up, alcohol, contacts solution, baby cologne, Wet Wipes, hair wax, comb, & pepper spray.
I get my motivation from?
God. He's the one who gave me this talent to be able to glorify Him.
If I wasn't playing volleyball, I would most likely be…?
Ballet, Theater Arts, Singing, Dancing or Travelling.
People don't know this, but I
I'm scared of the dark. I only went once in the horror house ever in my whole life and I went out right away through the fire exit door.
The first thing I do in the morning
Cuddle with my dogs.
My shower song is
a classical music, The Sound of Music - "The hills are alive…"
My nickname
Mel or Liss and in volleyball, the Ninja.
In 10 years, I see myself
Coaching or owning a basketball & volleyball court with complete gym facility and rehab center.
I want my legacy to be
Known as a player who inspires athletes that the sports you play is not just a game. It's a way of life. Being an athlete, we learn how to endure, discipline ourselves and make new friends or family which we can apply in real life.
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