Follow Friday: Nov. 13

From Jim: Thanks to all of our athletes who took part in this feature during the season. It's been a lot of fun keeping up with everyone and seeing what each of them decided to write about. Here's the final update until the spring, when we'll bring in a new group of athletes.

FINAL WEEK 11 — FRIDAY, NOV. 13
Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
With the end of the trimester soon approaching, I know that my workload is going to increase rapidly with last project assignments and papers. We also have our post season races beginning! I feel like I was a freshman only a few days ago! 

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
Western Mass finals tomorrow! This is a dream come true, especially in my senior year. I love all of the girls and  am happy to share this with all them.  

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Had a lot of “lasts” this week as our season came to an end.. last lift, last practice, last game.. can’t believe it’s all over! Wish I had another 4 seasons!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
Like any other season, this one has had its fair share of surprises, ups, and downs.  However, none of it will matter this Saturday when we toe the line for the New England Regional Championship and try to earn ourselves an NCAA berth.  Let’s see what happens!

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
Hard defeat against Providence College.  Lost 2-1.  Up 1 with 15 minutes to go.  Season is over, time to concentrate on school.  Did well on Structural Analysis test but did average on Fluid Mechanics like the rest of the class.

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
Honored to be named all-state again. Last year was incredible but to be named to the award in back to back seasons is unreal. Thanks to all the coaches who voted for me and congrats to the other terrific players who also brought home the award.

Follow Friday: Nov. 6

WEEK 10 — FRIDAY, NOV. 6
Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
I read an article recently about the new findings of the skull of a pilosaur, an aquatic reptile, that resided in the waters near Britain 150 million years ago. It was large enough to consume a T-Rex!  

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
I finally finished my college application. After months of laboriously going over every question, getting letters of recommendation, and supplements completed, it is nice to press the submit button. Now all I have to do is wait. Which might be the hardest part.

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Finishing up my last full week of practice.. trying to get ready for our last game of the season on Wednesday vs. Manhattan College. I can’t believe it’s almost over!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
Yikes. Our conference meet certainly did not go as planned, as we were devastated with a 5th place finish.  Although it was disappointing, I think it might be a good thing to go into regionals with a chip on our shoulder and nothing to lose.

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
We needed to win or tie Monday night to make the playoffs. Holyoke came in and beat us on our senior night in a well played game. I just can’t believe its over.

Follow Friday: Oct. 23/30

Somehow, last week's complete list didn't get through the system and I didn't realize it until right now. So here are last week's updates and this week's:

WEEK 8 — THURSDAY, OCT. 22
Sean Gaudette (Hopkins Academy golfer)
We plan to take the momentum from our league championship victory over Smith into the Western Mass. Tournament, this coming Monday at Greenfield CC.  Anything can happen when it gets to tournament time, especially in a sport like golf.

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
The annual Homecoming Alumni game that the field hockey team played was really fun this year. It’s when current varsity members play against former SA players. We lost to the alums 3-1, only because we didn’t have a goalie. They all have been coached by Ms. Webb. There were graduates from the early 80’s up until a couple of years ago. It was a great time.

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
I enjoyed a relaxing weekend at home, but now it’s crunch time with two midterms this week, a midterm paper next week, and the championship season right around the corner.  It’s hectic but this is what college is about!

Molly Brooks (Northampton field hockey)
Our team is so close to clinching Western Mass we can taste it. We’ve got 4 games left but were willing to give it our all.

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
2 wins past 2 games. 4-2 vs DePaul. 1-0 vs Columbia.  Played in both games at center mid. Away at South Florida on Saturday night. School still extremely tough, harder than ever.  Class averages have been low. Test in Structures Analysis on 10/21. I do enjoy this class and actually understand the material. 

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
Last Friday night at hampshire regional my “indestructible” knee brace that protects the rest of my partially torn ACL broke. I had to sit the last 6 minuets of the game as we finished in a 0-0 tie. I also had to sit out Mondays game against Southwick. Luckily we won handily, 4-1. My replacement brace came in Wednesday afternoon, just in time for our game at comp thursday night. Hopefully this one holds up.

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WEEK 9 — FRIDAY, OCT. 30
Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
My team may be running a 5k on Halloween, in costumes! But the best part will be that the course is challenging in a very different way-there are hay barrels and other obstacles along the way. Should be fun!

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
Our last games were this week. Our Senior Day game was sad and fun and happy all at the same time. Balloons and flowers were gifted to the six of us before the game. It’s weird to think that I’ll never play on my home field again. (Unless I come back for the alumni game…yay! ) This season has gone by way too fast. I’m ready for tournament!

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Suffered a tough loss at URI on Tuesday.. putting in a good week of practices to prepare for our last game on Nov. 11th! I can’t believe the end is almost here!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
Championships are on the horizon!  The UAA Championships are this weekend, and then regionals and nationals are soon to follow.  This is where the speculation ends and the real results begin, and I can’t wait!

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
Last game lost to USF at USF 3-1.  Up 1-0 at half, but only had 10 men in the second half and then concedded 3 goals.  School is going fine, still have a ton of work. Play Rutgers on 10/28 and Louisville on 10/31.  Big East playoffs start next week.

Danielle Parenteau (MCLA soccer/Hampshire Regional grad)
huge game tomorrow! if we win, we take first place in the conference- for the first time in school history. We already clenched a play-off spot- also something that doesnt happen often at MCLA. it’s been an exciting season!

Follow Friday: Oct. 16

WEEK 7 — THURSDAY, OCT. 15

Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
This week’s weather has changed drastically, I’ve even heard that a snowfall is possible. As a team, we might just have to pull out our neon winter running gear since it is starting to get darker sooner.   

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
This week has been Smith Academy’s Homecoming week! Saturday consists of a parade through town with each class making a float. Then we head back to the school where the soccer games take place and food is sold. So come Saturday to support the school. It’s time for good food and good games!

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Suffered a tough loss against Central Conn. this week, looking forward to playing Hartford on Wednesday. Hopefully we’ill come out with a W!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
This weekend was a great one for Brandeis cross country as we finished 11th at the All New England Championships on Saturday.  It put us third among DIII squads and was the best finish by a Brandeis team since 1998!  Things are going great for us as we are coming around at just the right time.

Molly Brooks (Northampton field hockey)
Every year, the junior and senior girls compete against each other in a flag football game called “powderpuff”. This year the game is on Thursday, the 29th at 8 pm at the NHS stadium. It will be a lot of fun so be sure to come!

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
1-1 past two games. DNP due to hamstring strain. Vs depaul on Saturday. Optimistic about playing. Finished midterm exams. Engineering work never ends.  

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
Great week so far! Two 1-0 victories over Southwick and Belchertown. Two extremely well played matches for our guys. Now 4-1 in our last 5 games we are well on our way to turning our season around. Night game at Hampshire Regional tonight. Huge game. Could even our record at 5-5-2.

Danielle Parenteau (MCLA soccer/Hampshire Regional grad)
Big conference game against Framingham State tomorrow. A win would make us 4-1 in the conference. I think we have the heart that it takes to take home a conference championship this year.

Follow Friday: Oct. 9

WEEK 6 — THURSDAY, OCT. 8
Sean Gaudette (Hopkins Academy golfer)
The team has improved to 12-2 on the season.  We hope to carry our strong play into critical league matches coming up.  The college recruiting process has been exciting and stressful, at the same time.  I am expecting to make a commitment to a school in the next few weeks.

Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
Last saturday we ran a trail race in VT and it was the most fun race we’ve ever run! Pouring rain + rivers in middle of the trail + mountains + the most mud I’ve ever seen + 200 girls + 1/2 spikes = A real xc race

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
Smith Academy fall sports are doing spectacular. Boy’s and girl’s soccer, golf, and field hockey are first in their leagues! Considering our small size and no tryouts/cuts for our teams, it’s impressive that they are all so successful. Go Smith!!

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Had our last home game/ senior day against Bryant on Wednesday. Team played the best we have all year.. was a great night!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
Believe it or not, playing the scherzo of the Schumann piano quintet gets the heart pumping and endorphins going as much as any track workout!  The fast pace of the piece and amount of things going on makes for a wild ride when you’re playing.

Molly Brooks (Northampton field hockey)
Today I got back my progress report in which I did pretty well for how hectic my schedule is. Also, to my surprise I was packed pizza for lunch instead of the regular PB&J. Things are looking up...

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
1-0 lose vs Lafayette. 1-1 tie vs st johns. Midterms this week. Too much work too little time. No classes next week, fall break.  Did ok on wastewater test. At Syracuse on 10/7 and away at cincinnati 10/10.

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
Wednesday was exactly what we needed. A dominating 4-0 performance over Frontier. Freshman Ryan Dickinson scored all 4 goals for us with 2 assists from Greg Daviau, and one each for Roberto Agrait and myself. Just a great game for the young kid. This win is just what we needed to gain momentum and turn our season around. Big game today vs Monson.

Danielle Parenteau (MCLA soccer/Hampshire Regional grad)
Brrrr. The weather changed quick. One advantage of going to school in the Berkshires- the leaves are gorgeous! I love playing soccer during this time of year but Im not really looking forward to playing in snow flurries in a few weeks!

Follow Friday: Oct. 2

WEEK 5 — THURSDAY, OCT. 1
Sean Gaudette (Hopkins Academy golfer)
Our team has improved to 9-1 overall, with a few very important league matches coming up over the next few weeks.  I would like to congratulate my friend and teammate, Dan Sullivan, on his even par 36 at Hickory Ridge CC this past Thursday against Mahar.

Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
The college process is looming! Writing a quality essay, early vs regular decision, making sure all components of my applications are complete and finding time!  

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
Smith Academy field hockey: 8-0. One more win until we are qualified for tournament! The season has been going so well. As a team though, we stay grounded because we know once you’re at the top, the only place to go is down.

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Last home game on Tuesday... I’m not quite sure how four seasons flew by so fast! Reality is slowly setting in...

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
The saying is cliche, but I’m coming to realize more that a cross-country team is only as good as its 5th man. I’m experiencing that first hand now.  Our team has a group of four guys who have run great at the front of races, but the 5th to our dropoff is huge.  If somebody doesn’t step up into that 5th spot, we could go from a top 10 team nationally to not even qualifying!

Molly Brooks (Northampton field hockey)
Deciding a major can be very perplexing. Often one has to pick between a subject they are passionate about, and one that will make money. I have decided that in order to get the most out of education I must pursue something I am passionate and curious about.

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
Past 4 games: 2-1 Loss vs. UConn, 1-0 win vs. PC, 1-0 Loss vs G’town, 4-1 win vs Seton Hall. Out shot every team and played well.  Vs Lafayette 9/30 and Nationally Ranked St Johns 10/2. Next week, 2 lab reports due along with 3 tests for midterms.  Received 98.3 on last Structural Analysis Test, 2nd highest in both classes. Forgot to post last week due to amount of homework

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
Well played game on Monday VS Belchertown. We tied 2-2 but it was a very interesting soccer game. Lots of chances both ways. Wednesday didnt go so well. enough said. Unfortunately we lost Roberto Agrait to a leg injury. Its’s gonna be tough to replace him for a week or two. Lets see if we can bounce back friday at Athol.

Danielle Parenteau (MCLA soccer/Hampshire Regional grad)
My lime green cast and I are back on the field finally! Took home a win Tuesday with a 2-0 victory over Mount Holyoke. Big one tomorrow against Salem!

Follow Friday: Sept 25

WEEK 4 — FRIDAY, SEPT. 25
Sean Gaudette (Hopkins Academy golfer)
Our team is looking solid, opening the season with a 6-1 record.  Hopefully we can make a push for league and begin preparing for the tournament in the next few weeks.

Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
My favorite runner, Kara Goucher wears an ‘energy necklace’ properly known as a Phiten necklace. It’s made of Titanium which stabilizes your bioelectric current: relieving tenseness, stress and fatigue.

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
I have to start thinking about my college essay! It would have been a smart decision to have written it over the summer. Now I have to find time in between practices and my homework! Ugh. I can’t wait until the application process is over.

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Been working hard in practice this week in preparation for our home tournament, The Friar Classic, Friday and Saturday. Hoping it will pay off!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
It’s officially fall!  The air is crisp, the leaves are turning and most importantly cross country season is underway.  My season got off to a great start on Saturday with a 3rd place finish and a 19 second personal best (24:43 for 8k/5 miles) at UMass Dartmouth.  Our team had prs up and down the board. While we were a bit disappointed to finish fourth, we know we have a lot of room to improve and will be on top come November.

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
My boy Scott Fournier is tearing it up right now for the Hopkins Academy boys soccer team. 3 goals and 4 points in his last 2 contests. The kid is feeling it right now. Also huge game today for us. Home vs arch rival Hampshire Regional. Should be a battle. 4 o’clock at Town Farm Fields in South Hadley. All fans of the beautiful game should attend.

Eddie Jewel (Monmouth Football/Wilbraham-Monson grad/Amherst )
ODU this weekend this game sets the tone for the rest of the year!

Follow Friday: Sept 18

WEEK 3 — FRIDAY, SEPT. 18
Sean Gaudette (Hopkins Academy golfer)
Throughout the last few weeks I have learned how critical team chemistry is to athletic performance.  It shows up over and over again, even in a sport as seemingly individual as golf.

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
Smith Academy field hockey has the reputation and expectation to be good every year. It can be a lot of pressure at times, but as players, we realize we are representing a long standing tradition of success. As a team, we’re proud to be a part of that.

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
So happy I got to see my family this week at our game against Dartmouth. Trying to stay focused and get all of my work done before we leave for our tournament in South Carolina!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
It seems like things are firing on all cylinders for me right now. Classes are going great, in just two rehearsals my chamber music has worked through the entire first movement of the Schumann piano quintet. The running has been going great too, and I’m excited to see how we perform in our first race this weekend at UMass Dartmouth.

Molly Brooks (Northampton field hockey)
Northampton field hockey has had two consecutive ties this week. One being against East Longmeadow on Monday and the other to Cathedral on Wednesday. We are looking forward to the game today at West Springfield at 3:30.

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
Two good wins last weekend. 2-1 vs. Binghamton, 3-1 vs. Fordham. Play vs. National ranked UConn Friday and then vs. Providence College Sunday. Ton of Engineering work, first test this past Wednesday in Fluid Mechanics.

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
So I received a yellow card Monday for breaking up a potential fight during our game against Central. How ridiculous is that? I get booked for protecting my players and halting a potentially hazardous situation! Makes sense. Punish the responsible one.

Danielle Parenteau (MCLA soccer/Hampshire Regional grad)
Spent last Thursday night in the ER with a broken arm. Had my surgery on Monday and everything went fine — Hoping to be back on the field in no time!

Follow Friday - Sept. 11

Sean Gaudette (Hopkins Academy golfer)
With week one of my senior year in high school completed, I am certainly feeling mixed emotions.  While it is exciting to think about all positives associated with being a senior, it is also very humbling to realize that this was my last first week of high school, and my last season opening golf match ever.  Next year, I will be embark on a new chapter of my life, with these high school memories being just that--memories.

Leah Haake (Amherst Regional cross country)
Four days until our first race! As a team, everyone has been pushing themselves and each other. Usually we have three meets on our home course if we’re lucky — but this season we have FIVE!  

Steph Slysz (Smith Academy field hockey)
My entire senior class off the top of my head: Lindsay, Kiersten, Luke, Shannen, Shannen, Nicole, Elaura, Abeni, Jackie, Jackie, Tabitha, Graydon, Megan, Megan, Mae, Chris, Brittany, Jeremiah, Caitlin, Jaimie, Jill, Ian, Max, Angie, Aris, Aaron, Katie, Stephen, Ally, Nick, Nick, Liz, Molly, Zack, Julia, Troy, Oliver, Davis.

Abby Majewski (Providence volleyball/Frontier grad)
Notched a solid win against Bucknell last weekend at the Marist tournament. Enjoying the new semester’s classes and looking forward to our matches at Lehigh this weekend!

Paul Norton (Brandeis cross country/Amherst Regional grad)
As I listen incessantly to a popular Kenyan pop song, I find myself feeling nostalgic about the time I spent there.   There is a certain charm to life there that the United States lacks.  Everything seems to turn into an adventure (sometimes an unintentional and unpleasant one). Nothing is urgent, everything is social, and people really understand what is important to them.  I miss that.

Molly Brooks (Northampton field hockey)
I’ve found that I’ve grown to respect more, the colleges that don’t require SAT’s. I believe it is a false measurement of one’s knowledge. Consider the famous geniuses in history: Einstein, Da Vinci, Socrates, Marie Curie. Do you think they were proficient in every subject?

Nicholas Rouzier (Villanova soccer/Amherst Regional grad)
Two games last week. Not great results, 2-1 lose vs. Temple, 0-0 vs. Penn. Weekend was enjoyable spending it with my parents. This weekend, Lafayette tournament, games vs. Binghamton on Friday and Fordham on Sunday.

Jamey Mercer (South Hadley boys soccer)
Great battle on opening night. we fell 2-0 to holyoke but showed much promise. Matt Crotty, Pat Dragon, and Connor Abert played extremely well for us. Holyoke is solid but we gave away two goals that were easily avoidable. SH will be fine.

Eddie Jewel (Monmouth Football/Amherst Regional grad)
First week of classes plus football it’s gonna be a long season lol.

HERE'S THE LINK TO LAST WEEK'S UPDATES.

Follow Friday - Sept 4

Updates for Sept 4.

In case you missed it, here is the link to the introductory story that ran in Thursday's paper. We are having some photo issues with that link, but the story is there. I'm also re-running everyone's intro questions below this week's updates:

Molly Brooks
Everyone’s favorite time of the fall season is here: tryouts. When each team works their socks off until they can’t work anymore. The drills and clipboards make it a very nerve racking time to be an athlete. But by the looks of things, its a new year for sports at NHS. Everyone is excited to make those who wanted to cut athletics eat their words.

Steph Slysz
Senior year in one word: intense. Field hockey, work, AP Calculus, college deadlines, yearbook co-editor and class president, my year has already begun with a bang. So am I excited? Yes! Bring it on.

Leah Haake
Last Thursday was officially my last first day of high school. I am super excited to start my senior year especially since the cross country season is beginning once again! 

Abby Majewski
Got back Sunday from our first tournament in Niagara. Off to a decent start, 1-2, despite graduating 5 of our 6 starters last year. Looking forward to racking up more wins!

Danielle Parenteau
Done with day 10 of preseason. Kind of weird that my friends have already started classes and I’m still playing soccer twice a day. Junior year starts in 7 days :)

Eddie Jewel
The hard work is over boys now its time for some fun... beat Colgate!

Nicholas Rouzier
Villanova University Men’s Soccer team good first win 1-0 against #17 Loyola.  Next game Friday vs. Temple and then Monday vs. UPenn.  Named starting center back and captain.  Excited to lead team to more victories.

Paul Norton
September is always an interesting month for a fall athlete because you have so many questions. How does your team stack up, what do other teams have? Every season always has its own surprises and unexpected outcomes in store. I can’t help but wonder what surprises this season will bring.

Jamey Mercer
Team is coming along. Vast improvements have already been made. We are well on our way.

Sean Gaudette
This week my high school team began practices with our first match scheduled for Tuesday, September 8th at Mahar.  After the first few days, my initial impressions of the team are very good.  We should have a very successful season, with our six starters all returning.  I would like to congratulate my friend and teammate, Thomas Hutchings, on his career low round on Wednesday, this week.
 

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INTRODUCTIONS FROM THURSDAY'S PAPER

Name: Sean Gaudette
Age: 17
School: Hopkins Academy
Hometown: South Hadley
Sport: Golf
Favorite movie: “Hoosiers”
Favorite TV show: ”24”
Favorite book: ”Simply Einstein”
Pregame ritual: Listening to music
Subjects most likely to update about: Golf, school, college application process

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Name: Molly Brooks
Age: 17
School: Northampton High School
Hometown: Northampton
Sport: Field hockey
Position: Goalkeeper
Favorite movie: ”Planet Earth,” ”Zeitgeist”
Favorite TV show: ”That 70’s Show”
Favorite book: ”Into the Wild”
Pregame ritual: On the bus I sing ”Don’t Stop Believing” by Journey and ”Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi. I also stick ice cubes in a bandana and tie it around my head. For good luck I have my teammates smack me in the pads a couple times to get pumped.
Subjects most likely to update about: Field hockey, track, college searching, current events, philosophy

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Name: Eddie Jewel
Age: 19
School: Monmouth
Hometown: Amherst
Sport: Football
Position: Cornerback
Major: Undecided
Favorite movie: “Old School”
Favorite TV show: “SportsCenter”
Favorite book: “Native Son”
Pregame ritual: Always pray in the corner of the locker room.

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Name: Leah Haake
Age: 17
School: Amherst Regional
Hometown: Hadley
Sport:  Cross country
Favorite movies: “Good Will Hunting” and “Johnny Tsunami”
Favorite TV shows: Sundays: “Flight of the Conchords” and “Entourage”; Mondays: “Gossip Girl”
Favorite book: “Once a Runner”
Favorite music: Coldplay, Modest Mouse, MGMT, Beirut, Carla Bruni, MIA, and everything on our cross country team mix
Pregame rituals: To mentally prepare for races we always meditate as a team, then head over to the starting line to sing our team song in unison. Also, the morning before big meets I usually go to Bruegger’s in Amherst and order a rosemary and olive oil bagel with plain cream cheese.
Subjects most likely to update about: The cross country team, races, school, the college process, current events, movies, weather  

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Name: Danielle Parenteau
Age: 20
School: Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Hometown: Southampton
Sport: Soccer
Position: Striker
Major: Event management
Favorite movie: ”Step Brothers”
Favorite TV show: ”House”
Favorite book: ”To Kill a Mockingbird”
Favorite music: Anything
Pregame ritual: Listen to my iPod
Subjects most likely to update about: Soccer, friends, classes

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Name: James Mercer
Age: 17
School: South Hadley
Hometown: South Hadley
Sport: Boys soccer
Position: Forward
Favorite movie: Anything with Will Ferrell
Favorite TV show: “SportsCenter”
Favorite book: Anything by Stephen King
Favorite music: Hip-hop/rap
Pregame ritual: Nothing special
Subjects most likely to update about: SH soccer

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Name: Steph Slysz
Age: 17
School: Smith Academy
Hometown: Hatfield
Sport: Field hockey
Position: Midfield/forward
Favorite movie: I don’t have one
Favorite TV show: “Lost” and “Gossip Girl”
Favorite book: “The Awakening” by Kate Chopin
Pregame ritual: Some of the girls on the team and I hit sticks for good luck.
Subjects most likely to update about: My school, my town, my team, my life

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Name: Nicholas Rouzier
Age: 20
School: Villanova University
Hometown: Amherst
Sport: Soccer
Position: Defensive midfielder or outside defender
Major: Civil engineering
Favorite movie: ”The Negotiator”
Favorite TV show: ”America’s Best Dance Crew”
Favorite book: Harry Potter
Pregame ritual: drinking Gatorade with gatorlytes
Subjects most likely to update about: Soccer games

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Name: Abby Majewski
Age: 21
School: Providence College
Hometown: Sunderland
Sport: Volleyball
Position: Outside hitter
Major: Business management
Favorite Movie: ”The Hangover”
Favorite TV show: ”The Sopranos”
Favorite book: ”Twilight”
Favorite music: Country
Subject most likely to write about: Volleyball

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Name: Paul Norton
Age: 20
School: Brandeis University
Hometown: Amherst
Sport: Cross country
Major: Economics and music performance
Favorite movie: “Down Periscope”
Favorite TV show: “Scrubs”
Favorite book: “Harry Potter”
Favorite music: Classical
Pregame ritual: Relax as much as possible, listen to classical music.
Subjects most likely to update about: Who knows?

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