Tim Mickelson was named Sun Devil golf coach in July of 2011 and earned Pac-12 Coach of the Year just four seasons later in 2015. He has the Sun Devils on the doorstep of getting that third NCAA title (also in 1990 and 1996) and its 13th Pac-12 title. He answered a bunch of simple questions.
MLB players pick a song to play on the PA system when they step up to the plate. You are a MLB player. What song is playing as you dig into the batter’s box? Thunderstruck
A movie you have watched more than once and will watch again...Tommy Boy
Past Sun Devil you wish you could have watched compete (any sport)... Coach Frank Kush
The worst practice player you have ever coached or competed against who always was ready on game day... Alex Ching at University of San Diego
What musical artist do you listen to most? Anything playing in that weekly Top 40 is what I listen to. No alliance.
Are you a good dancer? When is the last time you danced? Worst dancer of all time!! Last time was at a wedding a few years ago.
What is one of your favorite quotes and why? “Dream it, believe it, achieve it.” Love it cause it is so true.
What chore do you absolutely hate doing? Washing dishes
What is your favorite form of exercise? Lifting weights.
If you could choose to stay a certain age forever, what age would it be? 21-25 love having the freedom but still not a lot of expected responsibility.
Who has been the biggest influence on your career? Steve Loy, former Sun Devil golf coach
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be? A speech by Abraham Lincoln
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Be a pilot
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet? Abraham Lincoln. I’m infatuated with how he commanded respect from others thru gentleness.
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble? Nothing. Truthfully, nothing. Ask my mom. :)
What is something you learned in the last week? That stretching at night and morning makes my back feel better.
What story does your family always tell about you? Well, when I was about four they dressed me up as a girl once and took me to church that way. That gets floated around more than I would like.
Would you rather see a movie at the theater or at home on DVD? Depends on who I’m with. Friends, in the theater. Girlfriend, definitely cuddled up on the couch at home.
What’s your favorite TV show of all time? Seinfeld.
If you were a character on a TV show, which one would you be? Probably Kramer from Seinfeld, not cause of how wacky he can be, but because of how I can space out at times.
If you were to write a book, what would the title be? The journey outsurpasses the destination.
What is the last book you read? Lead For God’s Sake.
What are your hobbies? Real estate, working out, stock market, playing sports, and watching sports.
Name one thing about yourself that most people don’t know. I’m more shy than I lead on to be.
Favorite commercial: The old “where’s the beef?” Wendy’s commercials.
When I arrived at Arizona State, I had no idea...What the Barrett’s Honors College was. Wow is it impressive.
Sun Devil "story" that just makes you go ‘wow’...Pat Tillman story. HANDS DOWN
Last year at this time I had no idea... How good of a team we would have in 2014-15.
Job where you learned the most from the experience? Eight years at University of San Diego taught me 98% of what I know about coaching.
Where is the most interesting vacation spot that you have visited? Absolutely love our past family houseboat trips to Lake Powell
What was the single-biggest challenge of your professional life to date? Keeping donors and alumni happy
What goes on my pizza...Pepperoni and Cheese. I’m bland.
My breakfast consists of...fruit, fruit, and a little fruit.
I am out of bed at (time) and out the door by (time)...5:30am and 6:00am for the gym.
Favorite pro athlete you have been around...outside of my brother, I would say Tony Gywnn. Consumate gentleman.
Most underrated coach you have been around...Ryan Donovan, head golf coach at San Diego State.
Past Sun Devil game/event you wish you would have been there live to see...19-0 thumping of Nebraska in football.
What I know now that I wish I knew in college...how women think
What I learned in college that I still refer to today...how to treat people.
Typically, I am in bed and lights are out at...11:00
Last movie I watched...Tommy Boy. It happened to be on last night.
What I listen to on the way to work...CNBC radio
The most played song on my Ipod is... Thunderstruck. Gets me in the mood to lift at the gym
My favorite month...July, birthday month and great summer month.
Something I have not done, but I will...get married and have a kid
What is your favorite holiday and why? Christmas as a child. Thanksgiving now. Love getting the whole family together.
What three words would you use to describe yourself? Honest, hard-working, integrity.
If you could be on any game show which would you choose? Let’s Make A Deal! I like negotiating.
What is your best childhood memory? My childhood is literally one awesome memory. The one thing that stands out is how my parents made sacrifices so that my childhood was perfect, and it was!