Nathan Yu
Biography
Club:
Canadian National Development Team
Languages spoken:
English
Idols (in sport or other):
Michael Jordan, Steve Nash, Derrick Rose
Favourite activities outside of sport:
Playing the guitar
Sibling(s) Name(s) (date of birth):
Jordan Yu, Reena Yu, Lee-Wai Yu
Pre-competition rituals / superstitions:
Stretch alone
Training Location(s):
University of British Columbia
Preferred sport events / Specialties:
Basketball
Coach(es):
Kevin Hanson
Senior national athlete since:
2011
Nickname (s):
Ivonne.Shoucair
College/ University (year graduated):
University of British Columbia (2012)
Focus of studies:
Geography – Environment & Sustainability
Org./ charities supported:
Habitat for Humanity
Other sports participated in:
Volleyball
Favourite movies / TV shows:
Old School, Wedding Crashers / The Office, Modern Family, Trailer Park Boys, Entourage, The Saprano’s
Favourite quote / motto:
I have failed many times……. and that’s why I succeed
It would surprise you to know that I …:
Have 3 nieces and 1 nephew
Career notes (inc. Top results) in 2011:
2nd leading scorer on my University Team, Canada West Conference Champions
Career notes (inc. Top results) in 2007:
B.C. Provincial Highschool MVP 2006-2007