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A Q&A with Schus

1/19/2017

 
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Andrew Schuster is a Freshman at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell as well as alumni to Lowell High School. He studies Graphic Design and shows his works for class on social media. He takes pride in his work as he is apart of the prestigious (in this community) FLVGS Video Editing Team and works as Street Elite Media Personnel. Mr. Schuster is also the founder of the well-known MassDrill organization. He has made strides in the ROTC program he is in as he is his Drill Teams Overall Team Captain and Armed Regulation Commander. We here at American Drill Report would also like to thank Andrew for his time as he is on our Ranking Committee. I got a chance to have a few questions answered by him. 
 

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Q: Where do you draw inspiration for your segment composition? 
 
A:   I draw inspiration from all over. Much of my inspiration for segments come from multiple World Class drillers that I combine into one. For a while, I mainly stuck with Andres Ryan as most young drillers do, but since graduation, I have focused my learning on different types of drill and I feel like it has and is still benefiting me as I learn and progress. 
 
    I like to watch old successful WDC routines on YouTube and copy parts that I like, but give my own twist to it. I have watched Wendling, Ryan, Caldwell, Delaurier, Renn; all of the routines that placed well in the field in their respective years. I receive and seek help from multiple drillers of the WDC competitor field. They know what it takes, and it is an open free resource. I’m very lucky to call some of them my friends.
Music has also become an inspiration while drilling. During practice, I make sure to put on music that has a rhythm to it. I don’t crank the death metal or the old school Eminem but sometimes I’ll find myself listening to Spanish music, or songs that have a good beat or rhythm to it, that helps a lot with the flow of the routine for me personally. 
 

Q: Who do you believe is the top driller competing at worlds this year and why?
 
A :   I wouldn’t be able to tell you who THE TOP driller is this year because really anyone can come out of nowhere. I do have a couple drillers in mind that could make top 10 but you never know until game day. I’m predicting a very very qualified competitive field this year, possibly greater than last year’s.
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Q: What do you think is the most important thing in constructing the backbone of a decent drill routine? 

A:   I believe there is more than just one important “thing” in constructing a decent drill routine. Planning out the floor is a big one. Deciding where to put what segment can be hard because if you do not have a certain segment setup right for the judges then you could in end screw yourself over. 
A personal belief of mine is showmanship is a big part of a decent drill routine. You can come with the sharpest routine and go crazy with military fashion but everyone should have a little showmanship in them. By this I don’t mean dance, flip around and try to be the next cool guy. What I mean is show confidence in yourself, play with your body, your footwork; and how your arms, wrists, and rifle move. I may be wrong but I don't think anyone, judges included, enjoys a sharp and boring routine; everyone enjoys a sharp, creative routine. Then again if that doesn't fit your style of drill then so be it but that is my personal belief. Find your perfect balance of showman.
 
 
"Failure is always an option; it's what you do with these failures that determine whether its an end, or a setback. Keep fighting." –Andrew Schuster
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