I was born and raised in Romania. After high school I found a scholarship to cover my university costs in the United States of America, so I took off. I landed in Knoxville, Tennessee with my life in a bag, and attending Carson-Newman University as a Student Athlete. After two years of creating great friendships and memories I decided to transfer to University of Utah for greater opportunities and to compete against elite athletes. 

I have multiple hobbies which include but are not limited to filmmaking, photography, skiing, windsurfing, camping, hiking and repairing whatever my girlfriend breaks.