Michael Sanfilippo is a junior tri-captain for the men's soccer side and key member of the Monks' midfield. Since arriving to Saint Joseph's in the fall of 2008, the 2009 Third Team All-GNAC selection has played in 55 games and contributed four goals and two assists offensively.

Men's Soccer Head Coach Steve Babineau:

Michael is a leader on and off the field and was selected as a team captain – as a junior –by his teammates.  Michael’s technical ability helps out our midfield tremendously.   We try to play possession soccer and Michael plays a huge role.  We have asked him a number of times to play in the middle and out wide and he has accepted every challenge I’ve put in front of him and has played with a strong work ethic and determination.   Michael is almost like a player-coach, anything you ask he will do for the better of the team.  I look forward to coaching him for the next couple of years.

Bio information:

Full name:  Michael Sanfilippo 

Born when and where?  December 31,1989 in Newton, MA 

Year:  junior 

Major:  Criminal Justice 

Hometown:  Walpole, MA 

High School:  Walpole High School 

Sport(s) and position(s):  Soccer, Midfield 


Favorites:

Song: Anything on Cam Sprague's itunes 

Professional Sports Team:  Boston Bruins 

Athlete:  Corey Grant 

Food: Spaghetti and meatballs 

T.V. Show(s): Family Guy, Entourage, Sportscenter, Cops 

Movie(s): Dumb and Dumber, Step Brothers, Beer League, and anything else that makes me laugh 


Book:  No Country For Old Men 


Feature Questions

Why did you choose Saint Joseph's College?

I chose St. Joe's because my brother went here so I knew it was a good school, and they also had the major I wanted. 

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

Reg Hannaford's Ancient and Modern Medicine class that I took last spring. We had a lot of laughs to say the least. 

What was your first job?

Charles River Country Club 

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

The guy from Man vs. Food so I can eat as much as I want and get paid for it. 

What is on your "Bucket List?"

Skydive, bungee jump, swim with sharks...so basically anything thats going to give me a rush. 

Talent you'd most like to have:

I'd love to know how to play the drums. 

What do you drive?

A blue 2000 Ford Ranger. She's a beauty. 

What is your motto?

I don't have a motto, I just go with the flow. 

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

I put my sock and cleat on my left foot before I put on the right ones. 

Why did you choose your jersey #?

I've worn number 6 all my life until I was a freshman here at St. Joe's and had to wear number 27. Luckily I got 6 back this year. 

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

Winning the GNAC championship last year 

Who has had the greatest impact on your life?

My family. They are always there for me, and support me with whatever i choose to do. 

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

I love cartoon movies 

Where do you see yourself in five years?

Hopefully doing some type of police work, and just living the dream. 

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

I'd like to meet Ted Williams. Not only was he one of the best hitters of all time, but he fought in two wars. 

What are your hobbies?

Being outdoors, hanging out with my friends, and playing soccer whenever I can. 

What is your ideal day away from athletics?

Just sitting by my pool on a nice day with my family and friends around. 

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

I hope I'll play some sort of soccer after college, and hopefully end up teaching my kids how to play someday. 

What are your personal and team goals for this season?

Win another GNAC championship and make a run in the NCAA tournament.