Q&A with Football's Anthony Cannon
Oct 9, 2002 | Football
Oct. 9, 2002
Freshman Anthony Cannon has made quite an impact on the Tulane defense in his first year on the squad. The Stone Mountain, Ga. product leads the 2002 Green Wave defense in tackles from his weakside linebacker spot. Cannon has started every game of his young Tulane career.
Most Memorable Experience with Tulane Athletics: When I got to start against Southern earlier this year. It was my first college game, which was pretty exciting.
Being a Student-Athlete Has Helped or Changed Me By: It has taught me how to be responsible and time management.
Major: Undecided
Favorite Activities Besides Football: Eating with my teammates at Bruff after study hall.
If I Could Play Another Sport At Tulane, It Would Be: Baseball since I played in high school.
Plans after Graduation: I want to be a successful businessman.
The Last Concert I Attended Was: I am almost embarrassed to admit this, but it was Lil' Bow Wow
Why Did I Choose Tulane: Mainly because of the great coaching staff.
Personal Philosophy: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Being a Student-Athlete has Taught Me That: Probably my time management skills.
The Person Who Most Influenced My Athletic Career: Definitely my mother. She has always been there for me.
The Best Advice I Ever Received Was: Play every play like it could be your last.
Favorite Movie: I really like "Friday". It is very funny.
What Actor Would I Most Like to See in a Movie: Halle Berry, since she is my future wife.
Cartoon Character that Most Resembles Me: "Splinter" from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Favorite Food: Hot wings
Dream Vacation Destination: I would love to go to Hawaii or to play in the Liberty Bowl.
If I Could Have Dinner with any Three People in History, it Would Be: I'd pick three of my teammates -- Wesley Heath, Blake Baker and Terry Fontenot.
Favorite Community Service Activities: I really enjoy all kinds of community service activities, especially when we work with feeding the hungry.
People I Would Like to Thank: I would like to thank my mother for all she has done for me and all my coaches Coach Godfrey, Coach Schumann, Coach Chachere, Coach Smith and Coach Houston, and Coach Scelfo.
Favorite Award: The state championship ring I won in track when I was in high school. I wish I could
