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Why did you choose to attend Hope College? The people and professors, the atmosphere, and the high quality academics.

What were your favorite subjects in high school? Statistics and psychology 

Name a role model or models who have impacted your life? And describe how. My dad because he is one of the most hardworking people that I know. 

List a favorite Bible verse and why it is meaningful to you. John 3:16, because it reminds me that everyone is loved by God and that we will always be forgiven. 

What is your favorite pregame meal or snack? Snickers

What type of pregame music do you enjoy? Really anything that’s upbeat 

What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Be patient, Rome wasn’t built in a day. -Joey Merucci 

If you have chosen a major, why did you? I'm very analytical minded so I love math. Numbers never lie

 Who is the best Hope College professor? Dr. Moreau, he was super interesting and connected well with every student. He also cared about everyone and wanted us all to succeed.

 After I graduate I plan to… Go into a career in finance or investing

 What gets you in the zone before a game? Listening to music in the locker room before putting on my uniform

 What is the best game you have been apart of? Freshman year MIAA championship game

 What is an experience you have done off? Helping out with yard work in the Saline community for people who weren't capable to do it on their own

 One life lesson I have learned from myself. You have to be able to embrace failure in order to grow and learn from your mistakes.

Name a role model who has impacted your life. My dad. He has always found time for our family no matter how busy his work life gets. He rarely brings stress home with him and lives his life walking in God's light.

 List a favorite Bible verse and why. Proverbs 3:5-6. It's a Bible verse about leaning on God and trusting his plan, and it has always been a comforting reminder when life gets hard.

 The thing in my life I am most proud of. Being able to play college baseball. It may only be Division 3, but not many people can call themselves an NCAA athlete, which is something I'm proud to say.