UMAC Wednesday Profile - Courtney Graves and Gabriel Hartwig
ST. PAUL, Minn.---Each Wednesday throughout the year, the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) is featuring student-athletes in its UMAC Wednesday Profile. Student-athletes share their perspective on being a student-athlete at their institution, in the UMAC and in Division III.
This week features volleyball player Courtney Graves from Crown College and soccer goalie Gabriel Hartwig from North Central University.
*Photo Credits Crown College and North Central University Sports Information
Courtney Graves - Crown College
FY., Volleyball
Mabel, Minn./ Mabel-Canton High School
Major(s): Youth and Family Ministry
Describe yourself in one word.
Outgoing
What do you love most about being a student-athlete at Crown?
If you need any help, your profs, coaches, and teammates will help you out whenever you need it.
Who has been the most influential on your athletics career and why?
My Dad has been the most influential on my athletics career, because he always pushes me to do better and he always cheers and encourages me all the time.
What is something most people don't know about you?
I was valedictorian of my graduating class!!
What is the greatest lesson you have learned so far from being a college athlete?
College sports are very fast pace compared to high school, and not only do you need your physical part of you alive and active, but also your mental part.
FUN FACTS
| Pre-game warm up song? |
That's my girl |
| Favorite food? |
Tacos |
| Dream Destination? |
Dominican Republic |
| Favorite Professional Athlete? |
Aaron Rodgers |
| Favorite class? |
History |
| Dream job? |
Anything that involves working with kids |
| Favorite movie? |
Mamma Mia |
| Favorite phone app? |
Snapchat |
| Favorite holiday? |
Easter |
| Favorite quote/motto? |
Ya'll need Jesus |
Gabriel Hartwig - North Central University
Jr., Men's Soccer
Eagle River, Wis./Northland Pines High School
Major(s): Finance and Accounting
Describe yourself in one word.
Intense
What do you love most about being a student-athlete at North Central?
Being a student-athlete at NCU, the core reason why we play ("for the 12th") is so we can develop as individuals while grow in our faith with God. I love this aspect of our team where we unite for something greater than ourselves.
What is one thing you want to do before you graduate?
I would like to lead an organization in ministry to influence the community in Minneapolis before I graduate.
Tell us about a unique experience you've had as a student at North Central?
A unique experience I can remember with this team has spanned over the course of 3 years. The NCU men's soccer program has made a significant turning point as far as performance and overall record. It has been very exciting to be part of team throughout that progress.
Who has been the most influential on your athletics career and why?
Tim Howard (USMT goalkeeper) is my inspiration because he is an amazing goalkeeper while coping with Tourette Syndrome from a very young age. He taught me that there are no limits to your growth as a soccer player if you have the will to take it.
FUN FACTS
| Pre-game warm up song? |
Up-Town Funk... You know how it goes... |
| Favorite food? |
Mangos |
| Dream Destination? |
The mountains of New Zealand! |
| Favorite Professional Athlete? |
Tim Howard |
| Favorite class? |
Accounting |
| Dream job? |
Administrator in Aviation |
| Favorite movie? |
The Accountant |
| Favorite phone app? |
Acorns |
| Favorite holiday? |
4th of July |
| Favorite quote/motto? |
"One day, One moment." - anonymous |
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