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Stephanie
Bristol
University of Rochester #32
Division III
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Name |
Stephanie Kirk Bristol |
| Year |
Junior |
| School |
University of Rochester |
| Height |
5'8 |
| Weight |
170 |
| Lacrosse Number &
Why |
#32. better # of the 2 goalie
jerseys available. but definitely a good one!! |
| High School &
Hometown |
Fayetteville-Manlius (Hornets),
Manlius NY |
High School Achievements
& Recognition |
Scholar Athlete, League Champions |
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College Achievements
& Recognition |
Democrat & Chronicle Athlete
of the week, Selected to New York State All-Tournament Team, New
York State Champions, Team Captain |
| Years Played Lax |
Since junior year of high
school- this is my 5th year playing |
| Years Played Goalie |
5 years |
| Other Positions |
I've always been a goalie,
and love it because it's the best position out on the field. Although
I've always wanted to score a goal. |
| Preferred Gear |
I started out using all Brine
equipment in high school because my coach's husband was a rep. so
I've always been partial to their gloves- love them!! But I recently
got a new stick- the eclipse, with the debeers shaft that's pretty
nice-and always have to have the hard mesh since it's more durable
I think!! Brine chest protector, STX shinguards, and I will occasionally
wear thigh pads that I think are by Warrior. I guess it's mainly
about comfort and what I'm used to playing with. The most important
things for me are the stick and gloves! |
| Favorite food |
I don't think I have just
one- but definitely Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, mom's wonderful
apple pie and chicken dishes, and dad's oatmeal cookies!!! |
| Favorite cd |
Tim Mcgraw, and my warm up
mixes to get pumped for lax games!! |
| Favorite movie |
The Little Rascals, My Big
Fat Greek Wedding, Lilo & Stitch |
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Why do you play?
I play lacrosse because it's an exciting game, something I am very
passionate about, and I love being part of a fun and successful
team. It's allowed me to grow as a person, becoming a better leader
on and off the field, communicating well with others, and working
hard to attain various personal and team goals. |
Why are you a goalie?
I love being a goalie. I feel a certain level of intensity and hunger
needs to be maintained out on the field (in games and practice)
and it's the goalie's job to keep the team together; something that
I love doing. It may sound strange, but yes, I love having people
shoot at me. and I cannot imagine myself playing any other position
out there. |
How important is the
goalie position?
The goalie position, I think, is the most important position out
on the field. A goalie needs to be a leader, someone who can direct
the defense, start the movement of the ball up the field, and be
extremely hungry for the ball. Without a goalie, the game would
not be as competitive or as intense I don't think, and it definitely
wouldn't be as exciting!! |
Any advice for aspiring
goalies?
To always be confident in yourself and believe. It's a very demanding
position, physically and mentally, and it's important to keep your
head in it whether you're up by 5, or down by 10. Always step to
the ball, be big, and NEVER give up! |
Quote regarding
the goalie position
I really like this Larry Bird quote because it captures the fact
that anyone can do anything they set their mind to as long as
they work hard and persevere through everything.
"A winner is someone who recognizes his God-given talents,
works his tail off to develop them into skills, and uses these
skills to accomplish his goals." |
