Not a single word about hockey. Vasily Podzkolzin

Interview
Today’s hero is the WJC silver and bronze medalist, SKA forward Vasily Podkolzin.

Free Time

“My meal depends on the time of the season. I like eating well, but I don’t have any strange taste. My favorite dish is pasta carbonara.”

“In St. Petersburg, I don’t have a pet with me. However, in Moscow, my parents look after our cat, called Finesse.”

“How I spend festivity days is mostly up to my mood. I usually spend them at home, reading a book, or watching a movie.”

“I spend time with my friends as other regular guys: we hang out for dinner or walk along the shores in St. Petersburg. In Moscow, I meet with my friends and go out for a walk.”

“I dream about visiting Great Britain and Italy. I always loved these countries due to their splendid landmarks. I want to observe the architecture and try the local cuisine. In Great Britain, I would like to attend a football match and experience the atmosphere in one of the world-renowned stadiums.”

“My favorite actor is comedian Adam Sandler. I enjoy his movies.”

“I listen to pretty much any kind of music, and I don’t have a favorite genre. The latest song I have added to my playlist is a song by the Russian rap performer Basta.”

Personality

“I’m a regular, hard-working guy. I never missed a game because I overslept, I am always eager to play.”

“I’m not superstitious; I don’t believe in omens. And I’m not a gambling guy.”

“I think that a real man must be mentally strong and courageous.”

“When I meet new people, I don’t have a specific pattern or anything that I would pay special attention to.”

Style

“My favorite style is how my teammate Anton Belov dresses up. I really like it.”

“I can wear either sports or classic style. It’s up to the event. I own several grey clothes.”

“I don’t have a favorite perfume; the most important thing is that it smells good.”

Relationships

“I’m not a fan of speaking publicly about my private life. I think that it’s not really necessary, and as the saying goes, ’Happiness loves silence.’ I understand that many people are interested in it, but I am not going to talk about it.”

Studying and playing

“If I weren’t a hockey player, I would still be working in the sports sphere.”

“I am currently enrolled at the Lesgaft University in St. Petersburg. I try to attend the lessons, and I know my coursemates.”

“Getting a degree is fundamental, and you can’t go anywhere without one. Today, a successful person must be qualified and brainy.”

An interesting fact

“Other than hockey, I love playing football, basketball, and volleyball. I love team sports, and I enjoy escape rooms.”