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Abbe
Stewart
Denison University #26
Division III
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Name |
Abbe Stewart |
| Year |
Senior |
| School |
Denison University |
| Height |
5'6 |
| Weight |
165 |
| Lacrosse
Number & Why |
26, it was given
to me |
| High
School & Hometown |
Worthington Kilbourne,
Worthington OH |
High
School Achievements
& Recognition |
I was actually
a center in high school, so I was Best Middie my senior year, captain,
and Most Spirited my sophomore year |
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College Achievements
& Recognition |
All NCAC Goalie,
Honorable Mention (2002); All NCAC Tournament (2002); captain (2003);
NCAC defensive player of the year (2003). |
| Years
Played Lax |
this will be
my sixth |
| Years
Played Goalie |
3 |
| Other
Positions |
Center |
| Preferred
Gear |
Type of gear,
I'm not particular; but I always wear my helmet, chest protector,
and shin guards |
| Favorite
food |
Danielle D'Orazio's
Aunt Velma's cooking |
| Favorite
cd |
Coldplay, Parachutes |
| Favorite
movie |
Slackers or Zoolander |
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Why do
you play?
I love my team and the game of lacrosse. |
Why are
you a goalie?
I was a competitive swimmer for 12 years and my freshman year at
Denison I swam, but I burned out. So, I thought I would try my luck
with lacrosse. My sophomore year in college when I was trying out
for the team, the coach asked me if I wanted to try the goal. She
needed a back up goalie and she said I had a good personality for
the position (loud, a little bit crazy, not afraid of the ball,
good field sense). I gave it a shot and ended up starting after
a few games for the rest of the year. |
How important
is the goalie position?
I never realized it until I became a goalie, but we are VERY important.
We need to stay calm and composed and very focused. Yes, it does
get through 11 other players until it comes to you, but you're the
last line of defense. Also, I'm sick of the stereotype that the
goalies are the unathletic players. Goalies have to be in great
shape to play well, they must be agile and quick on their feet.
Furthermore, not only must a goalie be physically fit, she must
be mentally fit. You've got to be the rock, the stronghold. |
Any advice
for aspiring goalies?
Shots will go in, it's part of the game. After a shot goes in, think
about it for about two seconds and then move on. You can't dwell
on past shots, it'll drive you crazy. Also, you need to work hard
in practice to improve each day. You need to practice hard so when
you get to a game it is automatic. Also, don't think during the
game, just react and step to the ball. Oh, and you can't be afraid
to get hit. I like my multiple bruises (it means you're tough). |
Quote
regarding the goalie position
Don't think, just react. |
“ Abbe had an AMAZING season.
She stepped up huge in several games to keep the team alive. We played
some of the top teams in the country and Abbe was able to get the
job done. She has worked so hard since starting playing goalie 3 years
ago that this season is a true testament to her work ethic and leadership.
I've never see any player pick up the game in any position, let alone
goalie, and perform at the level that she has in such a short time.
”
- Head Coach Stephani
Brzezowski
meet
Abbe's team
Denison • Big Red
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