Dominick Rodriguez
April 28, 2026
Sport: Men's Tennis
Year: Freshman
Major: Biology
Who inspired you as a young athlete? As a young athlete I always looked up to Manny Pacquiao, the only eight-division world champion in boxing history. Watching how he trained before each fight—and then seeing him perform at the highest level—taught me the value of routine, discipline, and work ethic. I try to bring the same intensity he brings to the ring every time I step onto the court."
What does a perfect day look like to you? A perfect day to me would be waking up, tending to my garden, then playing tennis for 5 to 8 hours. Go home, pick fresh vegetables and fruit from the garden for a hot home cooked meal. Then study or play video games for the rest of the night.
What is your favorite thing about Brookdale? My favorite thing about Brookdale is the community. Everyone is so nice and chill. I don't think I would have as many friends if I went to a bigger university truthfully.
What is your favorite movie about sports? My favorite movie about sports is either Creed or Rocky. Love me a good training arc story that inspires me to lock in!