TISHE DEJI-ROBERTS… Rounded, Confident and Focused
When our star teen of last week; Seni Adekeye, named him as his role model despite being just two years older than him, it elicited curiosity. Tishe Deji–Roberts is not your average kid on the block; he has a finger in every pie and still maintains a GPA
Seni Adekeye named you as his role model. How does that make you feel?
It is really nice to know that I could be someone’s role model so I feel very happy and grateful. It also puts some pressure on me to live up to it knowing that someone or people are looking up to me.
He also mentioned that you are fashionable; do you see yourself as fashionable? So I have been told. The truth is that I just like looking good.
What is your fashion fetish? I am a big fan of long-sleeved and homage t-shirts
Who is your favorite designer? Heron Preston.
What is that one thing you can never be caught wearing?
Skinny jeans.
Who would you give the credit for your fashion sense- mum or dad?
Both my parents are very fashionable and allow me to explore different things fashion-wise.
How long have you been swimming? I have been swimming since I was 3 years old
Who inspired your love for swimming?
My dad is a fantastic swimmer and was the one who actually taught me how to swim in the beginning. My mum drops everything to be at almost all my training and competitions so I would say my parents have been very influential in my love for swimming. They push me to the limits and make sure that I do not give up.
How long have you been swimming competitively? Since I was 7/8 years old.
How many competitions have you been involved in and how many medals have you won so far?
I have participated in many competitions both locally and internationally representing my schools and also as a member of the Ikoyi club 1938 swim squad. I honestly cannot count how many medals and certificates I have received doing this but I can say I have gathered quite a few.
What other sports do you engage in?
I play basketball and soccer both leisurely and competitively as part of my school teams
Who is your favorite sport personality?
Currently it’s Anthony Joshua because he is very good at what he does but also seems very level-headed and humble.
Favourite cartoon character? I really haven’t watched any cartoons in a few years so I don’t have a favourite character.
Favorite game? NBA2K17
Who is your role model and why? Kanye West; because he inspires my generation to believe more in ourselves and he stresses a lot on modern day slavery. He is also a good example of black excellence.