SIZZLING HOT SUMMER MVP: ADAM EVANS

Posted by Dirk Smith | Aug 12, 2020 | Compete Network Feature Stories, Uncategorized | 0 |

Top Gun volleyball stand out Adam Evans turns heads.

Hometown: I’ve lived in Cleveland the longest (an Air Force Brat)

Sport: Volleyball

Relationship Status: In a relationship

Favorite Athlete: Karch Kiraly

Interests: Volleyball, soccer, bocce, yoga, playing piano

Likes: The beach , video games, candles, red wine, cooking Italian food

Dislikes: Onions, glitter

Best Physical Feature: Eyes

Why You Love Sports: Sports are a healthy alternative to the bar scene and chance to develop athletic skill, teamwork and friendships that last a lifetime.

Why did you choose to participate in Gay Games 9?: I want to witness with my friends and family this extraordinary opportunity to compete, explore, engage and connect with athletes and fans from around the world.

Photo Courtesy of Adam Evans

About The Author

Dirk Smith

David "Dirk" Smith is Compete Sports Diversity's Managing Editor and Associate Education Director . He is pursuing his PhD in sport/exercise science and psychology at the German Sports University in Cologne, holds a master’s degree in sport/exercise psychology and a bachelor’s degree in sport/exercise science. Dirk is a 3x national champion and 16x Gay Games medalist in competitive swimming. In addition to his writing, he is a member of the Sports Diversity Leadership Council; organizing workshops and conducting lectures in diversity, inclusion, psychology, health, wellness, sport psychology and other topics. Currently based in Cologne, Germany, he is a practicing sport psychologist, strength and conditioning coach, swimming coach, published scientist, filmmaker, writer, and so much more.