Shamauri Brackett - TFRRS PROFILE

Getting to Know…Shamauri Brackett
Legal Name: Shamauri Rana'e Brackett
Preferred Name? Mauri
Preferred pronouns: She/her
Date of Birth: 10/17/2003
Birth Location: Chicago, Illinois

Social Media
Instagram: @mauri.bay
Facebook: Shamauri Brackett

Sports Information
Sports played in high school: Track and Field 
Individual Sports Honors or Rankings: City, regional and state 
What is your favorite sports memory? Breaking PR’s 
Who has been most influential in your athletic career? Granddad

Academics
Academic Honors previously earned: Honor Roll 
Chicago State Declared Academic Major: Psychology

Family Information
Daughter of Surrunda Brackett and Martin Brackett III
Brothers and/or sisters: Marlon Brackett and Martin Brackett IV

Fun 
What is ONE thing most people don't know about you? I can sing
What is your dream job? Forensic Psychologist
Why did you choose Chicago State? Felt like home 
Do you have a sports hero? Shaccari Richardson because she never gave up on herself.
What is your favorite hobby outside of sports? Singing
What is something you can brag about yourself besides your athletic accomplishments? I have my own business.
Who is your favorite professional athlete or team? Usain Bolt
How would you describe yourself when you're competing? Locked in
What is your favorite food? Hot Wings
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Tacos
What or who motivates you to work hard? My mother 
What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Never give up on yourself, because you are you best supporter. 
What is your go-to song at Karaoke night? Dangerously in love
Can you sing? Like, really sing? Yes
Do you play musical instrumentals: I have played the saxophone 
Where would you like to see yourself in 10 years? Living my life