Mason Roberge '11, a hard-throwing righty, is an important member of the Monks' pitching staff. He has been a starter and a reliever during his time at Saint Joseph's and looks to be part of the club's weekend rotation this season.
Head Coach Will Sanborn '86:
“Mason Roberge has been an important part of our pitching staff for four years. Always in the weight room, he has worked very hard at his conditioning and is in great shape. On the mound he has a good fastball that he can locate and his breaking ball is sharp. His best pitch may be his change-up which he can throw in any count. Mason’s relief performance in the GNAC Tournament in 2010 was perhaps the biggest reason we were victorious. We look for Mason to be one of our top pitchers in 2011.”
Bio information
Full name: Mason Stephen Roberge
Born when and where? October 11th, 1988 Concord Hospital
Year: 1988
Major: Management
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Hometown: Franklin, NH
High School: Franklin High School
Sport(s) and position(s): Baseball/ Pitcher
Favorites
Song: Matchbox 20 - Real World
Professional Sports Team: Red Sox, Celts, Pats
Athlete: San Francisco Giants closer Brian Wilson
Food: Olive Garden, Chinese
T.V. Show(s): The Office, Family Guy, Sports Center
Movie(s): Rounders
Feature Questions
Why did you choose Saint Joseph's College?
I came to Saint Joseph's College to play baseball and further my career starting in the Liberal Arts program.
What is/was your favorite class at St. Joe's and why?
Introduction to marketing with Professor Hellenbeck. There was never a dull moment and I took a lot of out his class.
What was your first job (actually received a paycheck)?
Bus Boy when I was 15.
Who would you like to trade places for a day with and why?
Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin. I would love to be able to fly on the court like he does.
What is on your "Bucket List?"
World Series of Poker – Under-par round of golf - Run a marathon – attend a Super Bowl
Talent you'd most like to have:
Play the guitar.
What do you drive?
2008 VW
What is your motto?
If you look good then you feel good, If you feel good then you play good.
Do you have any superstitions before you go into
a big game?
Same stretch and throw every game and I need to break a sweat before I’m in there.
Why did you choose your jersey #?
#32 was given to me my freshman year. My ideal number would have
been my high school number, 18.
What is your most memorable moment as an athlete at
SJC?
Picking up the save and preserving the victory for my roommate, fellow pitcher Andrew Keirstead, against Western New England in the 2010 NCAA DIII New England Regional Tournament. The last game he ever pitched.
Who has had the greatest impact on your life?
Both of my parents and my family. They have always been there to push me and help me overcome any obstacle that has been put in front of me so far in life.
Can you tell us something about you that most people don't know?
Pitched the first-ever no-hitter at Fishercats Stadium in Manchester, NH.
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Making plenty of money, playing lots of golf and basketball, and with a beautiful girl
If you could meet anyone (past or present) who would it be and why?
Tiger Woods in 2006. I would love to play a round with Tiger.
What are your hobbies?
Any type of sport really, movies, listening to music. Poker, BBQ's.
What is your ideal day away from athletics?
Going to the beach with a few of my friends, and going out somewhere nice for dinner.
Do you plan on playing sports or coaching after you graduate?
I’m sure I’ll be involved in sports for a long time after I graduate.
What are your personal and team goals for this season?
Be a leader on the field for the underclassmen and help my team win as many games as possible.
Anything else you'd like to add?
Our team didn’t get off to the start we anticipated, but we plan on causing some serious concern for anyone in the GNAC trying to steal the belt at Larry Mahaney Diamond, site of the 2011 GNAC Tournament. Everybody be there!!
A shout out to all my boys in Suite O who helped make my senior year a blast!