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Illini Spotlight: Get to Know Siyan Chen

Women's Golf

Illini Spotlight: Get to Know Siyan Chen

What is your favorite thing about Illinois? 

My favorite things about Illinois are all the people here. All of my teammates, coaches, and staff are really nice and willing to help when I have any problems. They treat me more like a family member than just a player.

What is your favorite spot on campus? 

My favorite places on the campus are the boba shops.

Do you have any nicknames? Where did your nickname come from? 

My nickname is Mengmeng, which is a Chinese nickname that means "dream".

What is your favorite childhood memory? 

My favorite childhood memory is all our family trips.

When did you realize you had the talent to play college golf? 

Probably when I started playing golf, because my goal has always been to play professional golf, and I think playing college golf is a very important stop on the way to achieving my goal.

Who has taught you the most about golf? 

My dad. He is the person who get me started playing golf, and he has helped me through all the difficulties I have faced in golf.

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