Megen Pollini, Junior, Soccer/Softball

Megen Pollini, Junior, Soccer/Softball
Bio information

Full name:  Megen Ramsey Pollini

Born when and where?  October 13, 1993. Wolfeboro, NH

Year:  Junior

Major:  Exercise Science

Hometown:  Wolfeboro, New Hampshire

High School:  Kingswood Regional High School

Sports and positions:  Soccer - left back; Softball - outfield

 

Favorites

Song:  I Go Back, by Kenny Chesney

Professional Sports Team:  Patriots, Bruins, Red Sox and Celtics

Athlete:  Kevin Garnett

Food:  Chipotle

T.V. Shows: Criminal Minds, Law and Order: SVU, The Following

Movies: Shooter, White Chicks, The Longest Yard

Book:  The Best of Me by Nicholas Sparks

 

Feature Questions

Why did you choose Saint Joseph's College?

I chose Saint Joseph's College because of the small community feeling, and it was a school where I would be able to play two sports and still be successful academically as well as on the field.

What is/was your favorite class at St. Joe's and why?

My favorite class at Saint Joseph's has been sports and performance training because it is a very hands-on class and we are always doing different types of assessments that will help me in the future.

What was your first job (actually received a paycheck)?

My first job was cleaning rental houses on Lake Winnipesaukee.

Who would you like to trade places for a day with and why?

Whitney White, because I have always wanted to know what it would be like to be a princess. Also I would like to be a nurse for just one day, just to see what it was like.

What is on your "Bucket List?"

Go to Australia and play with kangaroos

Talent you'd most like to have:

Be able to sing and dance

What do you drive?

Willow, a white 2010 Jetta

What is your motto?

Live free or die

Do you have any superstitions before you go into a big game?

Nope

Why did you choose your jersey #?

It was given to me at a young age and I have had it ever since

What is your most memorable moment as an athlete at SJC?

Winning GNAC’s for softball the past two years

Besides your parents, who has had the greatest impact on your life?

My grandparents on both sides of my family

Can you tell us something about you that most people don't know?

In high school I played football, and in elementary school I set records for jump roping

Where do you see yourself in five years?

Graduating from grad school

If you could meet anyone (past or present) who would it be and why?

Pat Summit, because when I was younger I watched every game I could watch. Also, because I have always wanted a to play for such an intense coach.

What are your hobbies?

I enjoy listening to music, playing almost any sport, snowboarding in the winter, going to the beach in the summer and also reading

What is your ideal day away from athletics?

Going to concerts with my friends and family

Do you plan on playing sports or coaching after you graduate?

Possibly coaching

What are your personal and team goals for this season?

To get 15 RBI and defend our GNAC title