Amanda Ronan, Auburn Media Relations Intern
Junior transfer Jaeden Brown joined the Auburn volleyball squad this summer after spending two seasons at South Florida. The middle blocker hails from Hollywood, Fla., and will add depth to the position for the squad in 2019.
Q: What drew you to Auburn?
A: The first thing about Auburn that stood out to me was the supportive community that it provides. It was a major plus that the campus is insane.
Q: Who inspires you the most and why?
A: The person who inspires me the most is my mother for many reasons, but one is her ability to keep pushing on no matter what obstacle is thrown at her that would typically derail other people from continuing on.
Q: What is your major and what made you want to pursue a major in that field?
A: I am a business marketing major. I chose this major because over the years I've come to realize I am a business minded person with a lot of personality. Also, the whole concept behind the process of marketing to a company's target audience interests me.
Q: How would you describe your hometown to someone else?
A: Two words… "The Beach"
Q: If you could be stuck on an island with three famous people who would you want them to be and why?
A: If I could be stuck on an island with three famous people it would hands down be Rhianna, Beyoncé, and Zendaya. I feel like it goes without being said, but they all have this incredible energy to them and they're great role models to women worldwide.
Q: What's your go-to pregame music?
A: I listen to many genres of music, but my pregame playlist all depends on the type of mood I am in.
Q: If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
A: I'm not sure if I could describe myself in only three words, but if I had to they could be vibrant, reliable, and easy going.
Q: How has volleyball shaped your life?
A: Volleyball has given my life structure in all areas and has given me preparation for life after college.
Q: In which moment did you know growing up that you wanted to play volleyball?
A: The moment I knew that I wanted to stick with volleyball was when I went to my first big tournament with my team. Seeing the intensity on all the courts and hearing all the talk and excitement really kind of made me realize this was a sport I could see myself really enjoying.
Q: What's your favorite Auburn tradition?
A: Since I am a transfer, I don't have a favorite yet, but I am excited to experience all of them for myself.
Q: What does 'War Eagle' mean to you?
A: "War Eagle" to me is a commitment to something bigger than just yourself, it's to a community that will back you and support you through your endeavors.
Q: What's your dream job?
A: My dream job is to be a marketing manager in either the sports or beauty industry.
Q: If you could give a message to the Auburn family, what would it be?
A: Look forward to spending my last 2 years in a place I feel comfortable enough to call home.