The George Mason wrestling team hosts its first dual of the season on Saturday, November 8 against Navy at 1 p.m.. GoMason.com caught up with freshman Gary Miltenberger in this installment of Rookie Wrestlers.

GoMason.com: What factors helped you choose to attend George Mason University?

Gary Miltenberger: Good coaches, a nice area, and good academics.

GoMason.com: What would you say is your favorite thing about George Mason?

Miltenberger: I enjoy the people here, they are really nice and helpful.

GoMason.com: What are some things you looking forward to now that you are wrestling at the collegiate level?

Miltenberger: [The] opportunity to see how much I can grow and improve over the years.

GoMason.com: How has practice and training been so far this season?

Miltenberger: Tough, tiring, but a good experience to go through.

GoMason.com: What kind of goals do you have for the upcoming season?

Miltenberger: I want to see as many All-Americans turned out from our team as possible, and to be able to improve greatly at the open tournaments.

GoMason.com: Which meets are you looking forward to attending this season?

Miltenberger: I just hope there is good wrestling and we do well as a team.

GoMason.com: What is one thing that you would like people to know about you?

Miltenberger: I have a very good sense of humor.

GoMason.com: What is your favorite…

Food? - Prime rib, medium rare

Song? - Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen

Thing to do outside of wrestling? - Relax and hang out with friends