Chana Staples - TFRRS PROFILE

Getting to Know…Chana Staples
Legal Name: Chana Nicole Staples
Preferred pronouns: She/Her
Date of Birth: 3/30/2004
Birth Location: Chicago, Illinois

Social Media
Twitter: itschanaa
Instagram: itschanaaa

Sports Information
Sports played in high school: Track & Field, Cross Country
What is your favorite sports memory? My favorite sport memory is hitting 5ft in High Jump 
Who has been most influential in your athletic career? Coach Katrina
Other personal athletic highlights? School Record for women’s high jump at Madonna University

Academics
Academic Honors previously earned: Deans list in my sophomore year for both semesters 
Chicago State Declared Academic Major: ICP program/ Social Work based

Family
Daughter of Ashley Staples
Brothers and/or sisters: Mckenzie Grant, Amaya Jones, Jarian Isby

Fun 
What is ONE thing most people don't know about you? I used to play the trombone 
What is your dream job? To be able to not work and be happy
Why did you choose Chicago State? I chose it because my high jump coach, Coach K, she coached at my previous school and we grew super close and she really helped me get through the first few months while she was there. Once she left I decided I needed to follow her to become the person and athlete I am meant to be.
What is your favorite hobby outside of sports? Napping 
What is something you can brag about yourself besides your athletic accomplishments? I usually get along with everyone, everyone loves my personality
How would you describe yourself when you're competing? Bubbly and optimistic
What is your favorite food? Tacos or wings
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Birria tacos
What or who motivates you to work hard? Pushing myself to break new barriers is what motivates me 
What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Living in the past will make you miss the present, just breathe 
What is your go-to song at Karaoke night? Die for you
Can you sing? Like, really sing? Yes
Where would you like to see yourself in 10 years? Happy, Fulfilled, Calm