PITMAN-- There is no doubt that the New Jersey Athletic Conference boasts some extremely talented athletes, but we wanted to give fans a chance to get to know them beyond what they do on the field, court, track, etc. The Student-Athlete Spotlight helps us get to know one NJAC athlete each Friday.
The first-ever Student-Athlete Spotlight comes from William Paterson University.
Eric Kagdis is a Junior linebacker from West Milford, NJ and is currently pursuing a degree in Sociology at WPU.
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Name: |
Eric Kagdis |
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Institution: |
William Paterson University |
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Year: |
Junior |
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Sport: |
Football |
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Hometown, State: |
West Milford New Jersey |
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High School: |
West Milford High School |
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Major: |
Sociology |
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What made you choose your institution? |
The people and coaches at WPU made it seem like a great place for a good education |
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What made you want to be a DIII collegiate athlete? |
I couldn't walk away from my favorite sport just yet. So I figured I’d give
the next level a try |
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What was your first memory of playing your sport? |
In high school when I got my first sack; I'll never forget that. |
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What has been the greatest or most memorable moment of your experience as a collegiate athlete? |
Beating Kean this past season. It may have been by one point but a
win is a win. |
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Do you have any pre-game rituals? If so, what are they? |
I usually say a prayer then write the initials of all my loved ones on my
wrist tape |
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What famous athlete do you look up to and why? |
Drew Brees. He's a natural leader, and a perfect example of how to act
on and off the field. |
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years? |
I see my self being a counselor to young teens, helping them choose
the right path for their success. |
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What is your favorite part about being an NJAC student-athlete? |
The constant competition that goes on week in and week out. It's amazing
how close or how lopsided some of these games can be on any
given Saturday. |
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What is your biggest accomplishment off the field, court, etc.? |
My biggest accomplishment so far would have to be being able to make it to college football and play the sport I love everyday. |
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Quick facts: |
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3 things you can't live without: |
Food, music, ice cream |
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Favorite movie: |
Remember the Titans |
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Favorite class you've ever taken: |
Intro to Sociology |
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Favorite food: |
Alaskan king crab legs |
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Biggest fear: |
Spiders. I hate those things |
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Favorite musical artist: |
Too many to name one |