The selection process went quickly for me. I completed an application and sent in a couple tapes…before I knew it I was in NYC with the other finalists. We went through a weekend of interviews (16 finalists) and Monday morning if you got a knock on your (hotel) door at 5:30am, you were on the show and it was time to start the race!

Of thousands of applicants, how did it feel when you were chosen to be in BBD?

It was really exciting to find out I'd be on the show. I'm the type of person who's always getting into different things, so I figured if it happened cool, if not, I'm off to pursue something else! During the casting process I just tried to put my best foot forward and show why I was a good fit for the show, so I smiled a lot and pretty much just let my personality speak for itself.

As a past cheerleader for NBA's Sacramento Kings and NFL's Oakland Raiders, did you think your past experience made it easier for you to be chosen as one of the finalist, because of ESPN being a sports leader in the industry?

I certainly believe my dance experience in the NBA and NFL played a role in me being selected. I think it shows my determination (auditions are highly competitive with hundreds of girls competing for a few spots), my ability to successfully work on a team and of course my connections to the pro sports world all had to be pluses.

How was your experience cheerleading for both teams? For future cheerleaders, what word of advice would you give them for inspiration and what should they expect?

The experience dancing at the professional sports level is unique and extremely exciting. It offers an inside look at the inner workings of a pro sports organizations. There is nothing better than cheering and performing for the loudest and most dedicated sports fans. My advice to aspiring dancers would be to work hard and just be yourself. The job is 95% work and only 5% glamour.

Of all the BBD rules you had to abide by, which one was the hardest to follow?

All the rules of BBD were hard to follow. Rules like keeping within 25 feet of your teammates at all times, only one favor from any person, time restraints like the 12 hour rule and 18 hour/rest rule. During the trip my teammates weren't to attentive to the rules, which sometimes got us stuck.

BBD was the survival of the fittest racing to the finish line. What was the most challenging thing you faced, while being in the show?

The most challenging aspect of the show for me was being paired with complete strangers who came from completely different backgrounds. I was forced to get to know them and try to earn their trust in order to agree on our strategy and play the game. I wasn't trying to be best friends with them and we didn't always see eye to eye, so I had to bite my tongue a lot and compromise for the sake of the team and my desire to try and keep tension and animosity at a low.

No money, No shelter, No cell phone, No transportation … which one would you choose to have if you had the chance and why?

Of the above listed choices I would have to say I'd pick transportation. Moving from place to place was the most difficult thing. It's hard to find someone who's willing and has the time to drive you hundreds of miles out of the way.

How was it working in a team with different personalities and different backgrounds? Who was the hardest to work with?

It was extremely difficult dealing with different personalities on my team. I think a big factor is the fact that our backgrounds are so diverse and we all had different motivations and priorities in playing the game. I had my differences with each team member at some point in the game, but overall the other female on my team was the hardest for me to work with.

Which task was the hardest and why?

There were a few tasks, which I didn't think were very feasible. Playing prison hoops sounds easy enough, but when you really look at it,. Getting into the prison isn't that easy and then actually being on the inside does pose danger. I mean for that type of thing you have to be conditioned.

Which task did you enjoy the most and why?

Of the tasks we completed, I enjoyed playing horse with Richard Jefferson (NJ Nets) and catching a 35-yard pass from AJ Feeley (Philly Eagles). It was great to interact with the athletes and show off some of my athletic ability!

Traveling for hundred of miles from the east coast to the west coast with the same people, same clothes, and a camera in your face. Which one was the most annoying?

The camera was the most annoying thing at first, but you quickly get used to it and I basically just started to ignore them! However, being with the same people 24 hours a day does take its toll. We all started to get irritated by the little things and personalities clash.

Watching the episodes, frustration escalated in both teams. What did Team Contact, your team, do to cope with frustration and to make sure you were constantly striving for your goal?

I'd say my team didn't do much to cope with frustration other than just press on and keep trying to take it to the next level with each completed task.

Being Filipino-American and a journalism major, what do you think it would take for Filipino-Americans to be more visible in the mainstream society?

I think if Filipino-American's want to be more visible in mainstream society, they need to be proud of their heritage and make sure to represent it, and not let it get lost in their identities. As long as we collectively continue to push to be seen and have our voices heard, we will get recognition and you can reach your goals.

How is Filipino culture important to you?

Filipino culture is important to me because it's who I am. I am part of the Aquino family and we have a very political history in the Philippines. I have always grown up with the awareness of who I am and where I come from. I can still remember, even though I was so young, the day my Lolo Ninoy (Benigno Aquino Jr.) was assassinated, and the anguish and devastation on my parents' faces. I will never forget the subsequent uprising in the Philippines and the fight to restore democracy, sparked by my Lolo's assassination

To the Filipino-American youth, what word of advice would you give them growing up in a very challenging environment.

My advice to Filipino youth growing up in a challenging situation is to hold on to your dreams, be strong in who you are and realize if you work hard to pursue your goals it will happen, just don't ever give up.

Has the show changed the way you live? What is Aubrey doing these days?

The show hasn't really changed my life up to this point. These days I'm working as a traffic reporter for the NBC station in the Bay Area. I hang out with my friends and have a good time.

I heard you had marriage proposals in ESPN's message boards. Wow and I heard you were single. For that lucky guy, what qualifications are you looking for?

As for qualifications I am looking for in a man, there is no one perfect formula. I think it's important for me to find someone who is just as ambitious as me and we share common goals. I want to be with someone who I can go anywhere with and we'll always have a good time.