UMAC Wednesday Profile - Jared High and Crystal Carmichael
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 women's basketball player Crystal Carmichael from Martin Luther College and men's basketball player Jared High from North Central University.
*Photo Credits Martin Luther College and North Central University Sports Information
Crystal Carmichael - Martin Luther College
Sr. Women's Basketball
Shakopee, Minn./St. Croix Lutheran High School
Major(s): Elementary Education and Physical Education
Describe yourself in one word.
Exuberant
What does it mean to you to be a Division III student-athlete?
Being a Division III student-athlete means that I get to play the game I love and be committed to a dedicated team, but know that I am still committed to being a dedicated student and work on getting a degree that goes beyond my basketball career.
What is one thing most people don't know about you?
I've donated my hair 5 times to Locks of Love and Wigs for Kids.
Tell us about a unique experience you've had at Martin Luther
The first semester of my Junior year, I was able to study abroad at the University of Limerick in Ireland. I got to play for the school basketball club, meet people from around the world, live the Irish culture while traveling around and venturing to five other European countries! It was incredible to sa y the least!
Who has been the most influential on your athletics career and why?
My family - from my dad being my first basketball coach, to my mom making every effort to come to my games, to all three of my sisters' patience and encouragement, my family has been there through thick and thin! I am so thankful for them!
FUN FACTS
| What is one thing you want to do before you graduate? |
Skydive! |
| Pre-game warm up song? |
Roses by the Chainsmokers |
| Favorite food? |
ice cream |
| Dream Destination? |
Croatia |
| Favorite Professional Athlete? |
Michael Phelps |
| Favorite class? |
Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries |
| Dream job? |
Pediatrician |
| Favorite movie? |
The Help |
| Favorite phone app? |
Twitter |
| Favorite holiday? |
Christmas |
| Favorite quote/motto? |
"Enjoy the little things." |
Jared High - North Central University
Jr. Men's Basketball
Minneapolis, Minn./ Buffalo High School
Major(s): Sports Management
What does it mean to you to be a Division III student-athlete?
I put forth effort in both the classroom and on the court. Taking what I learned from both places and applying them to my everyday life as an adult.
What is the greatest lesson you have learned so far from being a college athlete?
Putting in all the time is hard. In the classroom and on the court. But it will be worth it in the end.
Tell us about a unique experience you've had as a student at North Central?
The basketball team went to Puerto Rico my freshman year and got to play some games and hang out and play basketball with some kids from a boys shelter. We put on a little clinic for them taught them some fun drills. None of them spoke English so it was very interesting trying to communicate with them.
Who has been the most influential on your athletics career and why?
My dad. He’s taught me how to play basketball and now he is my coach. It’s one of the greatest experiences of my life being able to watch my dad coach my whole life, and now play for him.
FUN FACTS
| Pre-game warm up song? |
Freaks and Geeks- Childish Gambino |
| Favorite food? |
Chicken wings |
| Dream Destination? |
Australia |
| Favorite Professional Athlete? |
Kevin Garnett |
| Favorite class? |
Recreation and Fitness Management |
| Dream job? |
Athletic Director |
| Favorite movie? |
The Shawshank Redemption |
| Favorite phone app? |
Twitter |
| Favorite holiday? |
Thanksgiving |
| Favorite quote/motto? |
Shooters shoot |
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