Letters to Santa

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE MOUNT ST. MARY’S WOMEN’S BASKETBALL FAMILY.   This Christmas, our girls wrote letters to Santa.  Let’s see what they wished for:

Mariah Powell, Sophomore:

Dear Santa, 

I think I really deserve everything that I ask for Christmas. We all make mistakes, but all in all I am a very sweet girl, so I know I'm on the nice list. I would like a new coat, boots, iphone5, and the NAKED makeup ballad. :) Thanks Santa

 

Kayla Grossett, Junior:

Dear Santa, This year I asked for a new phone- the Samsung galaxy note 2, since my phone no longer functions the way it should. I also want good family memories. Thanks! :)

Selina Mann, Senior:

This year for Christmas I am asking that God touches all the families that were affected by the Connecticut shootings. Also, I am wishing for good quality time with my family as well as world peace.

Ashley Christie, Junior:

Dear Santa,

I don't want anything because I have everything I need.

Jayla Leftwich, Freshman:

Dear Santa, This year for Christmas I would like the Galaxy Note 2 and shoes and if possible happiness and no stress.

Sydney Henderson, Junior:

Dear Santa, For Christmas I want clothes , shoes , jewelry , and love (family, friends and relationship).

Melanie Mocniak, Sophomore:

This year I'm asking Santa for a Mac book pro because my laptop screen is cracked.

Jenn Carney, Sophomore:

I want the iPhone 5 for Christmas and an NEC championship woot woot

Rachel Mathews, Junior:

Dear Santa, Well all I wanted for Christmas was a puppy, but I must have been a REALLY good girl this year because my puppy came 3 weeks early! Thank You! Also, since I recently broke my nose, I would like a custom face mask so I can look even cooler! Most importantly though, I would like to make a special request that you make sure that my roommate/teammate (Jackie Brewer) gets the cape that she really wants because she thinks that she is Robin from Batman. She's a little out there. Basically Santa, I'm just thankful that I got my puppy, Daisy, and my only other wish is that you bring all of my teammates everything that they want. I'll be waiting up for you with my mom's famous brownies and skim milk. See you soon!!

Jackie Brewer, Sophomore:

Dear Santa,  All I want for Christmas is a MacBook pro. Oh and one more thing Can you please get Rachel a Bat-mobile please so that we can drive it to Chipotle? Thank you!

Tara Lonergan, Senior:

Dear Santa, For Christmas I would just like to ask for all my friends and family to find happiness and success in anything that they do.  And if you could throw in a new white range rover it would be greatly appreciated. Love, Tara

Jody Chickey, Freshman:

Dear Santaaaaaaa, For Christmas I would love to spend some quality time with friends and family, as well as free chipotle for the rest of my life. Xoxoxo

Jessie Kaufman, Junior:

This Christmas I am asking for quality time with friends and family!  I don’t get to spend that much time with them during the year, so I like to cherish the holiday time with loved ones. I know I am on the nice list this year, therefore front row tickets to a Justin Bieber concert would be awesome too!

Jac is Back !

 

Jacqueline Brewer, Sophomore guard from Martinsburg, WV transferred to Mount St. Mary’s last year after her freshman year at Virginia Commonwealth University.  Due to NCAA transfer rules, Jackie had to sit out during the 2011-2012 season.  She is now back in full force ready to contribute not only in practice but in  games!  We recently caught up with Jackie and asked her a few questions.

1. What has been the hardest part of sitting out a full year due to the NCAA transfer rules? 
   The hardest part has been not being able to travel or contribute in the games.
2. What have you learned while sitting on the sidelines?
   From watching, I have learned how much hard work our team puts in and how much we need each other to get to the next level, which is winning a championship.
3. If you could re-do last year all over again, what would you do differently?
   I would have focused more on the little things that I needed to improve on to make myself that much better for this year.
4. What are you most excited about this season?
   I am excited to just be able to finally get on the court and play.
5. How do you see yourself contributing to the team?
   I am going to give my 100% best and do everything that is asked and expected of me
6. What is your favorite thing about the Mount Family?
   How close everyone is and how well we get along.  I came in and felt right at home.
7. What is your favorite quote?
   ”I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed”
   
   
   
   

Fresh Meat!

Meet the Fresh Meat!

It has officially been one month since school has been in session!  Let’s see how freshman, Jayla Leftwich (Pittsburgh, PA) and Jody Chickey ( Bethlehem, PA) have been adjusting to college life and their future goals as a mountaineer.

 

Jayla & Jody hugging it out

 

Jayla Leftwich

1.       Why did you decide to come to Mount St Mary’s?

       I loved the environment it seemed so peaceful. I was sold when I got to meet the coaches

2.       What do you enjoy doing when you aren't studying or playing basketball?

I love spending time with my teammates and going to chipotle. Also I love spending time with Jody we have become great friends.

3.       What are your goals for the upcoming season?

To do my best and try as hard as I can to become very successful at the college level

4.       What has been the most difficult part of adjusting to college life?

Managing my time with basketball and my classes it seemed impossible but I am getting the hang of it

5.       What is one thing your teammates would be surprised to find out about you?

 I don’t eat fried chicken L

6.       If you could script your collegiate debut how would it go?

I could come off the bench and have an amazing game Double Double.  My teammates would be so proud of me and I would say to myself “anything is possible, I can do it”

7.       How would you describe your game?

It is pretty good I would say.. It’s strong, well I guess it has to be or I wouldn’t be a power forward

8.       Favorite Quote:

Shoot for the moon because even if you miss you will still be a star J

Jody Chickey

1.       Why did you decide to come to Mount St Mary’s?

 I decided to come to The Mount because I loved the coaches, the campus and I loved how welcoming the team was.

2.        What do you enjoy doing when you aren't studying or playing basketball?

If I'm not studying or playing basketball I enjoy relaxing, traveling and eating!

3.       What are your goals for the upcoming season?

My goals for this upcoming season are to win the NEC, and make a positive contribution to the team.

4.       What has been the most difficult part of adjusting to college life?

The most difficult part to adjusting to college life is time management. 

5.       What is one thing your teammates would be surprised to find out about you?

I am pretty weird so I don't think they would be surprised of anything that I do, but I don't think they know I'm obsessed with Jennifer Aniston. 

6.       If you could script your collegiate debut how would it go?

Hmm if I could script my collegiate debut it would go a little like this... Playing Quinnipiac 5 seconds left,down by 2.  I drive to the middle of the lane do a behind the back pass to Jackie spotted in the corner for a three and she drains it for the WINNNNNNNN!!!!! 

7.        How would you describe your game?

I would describe my game as upbeat. I like to be involved in fast breaks, pushing it up the floor, and also dribble drive to kick out to the shooters.

8.        Favorite Quote:

My favorite quote is "Either you run the day or let the day run you" -Jim Rohn 

 

Jody & Jayla such characters!

 

Mount SUMMER 2012

Catching up with Mount Women’s Basketball : Summer 2012

Now that Summer 2012 is coming to an end we wanted to catch up with our student-athletes and see how their summer has been.

Every one of our student-athletes attended Mount Summer either during Session I, Session II or both!! The girls were able to get ahead in the classroom as well as work their game. The girls dedicated many hours in the gym, on the track and their favorite—the hills!  Here are the questions we asked them:  

1.       What has been your favorite memory from summer 2012?

2.       What are you most looking forward to when you return to The Mount?

3.       How did you use the summer to get ready for the season?

4.       What will be the one thing you make sure you do before returning to campus August 21st?

Rachel Mathews, Junior, F

1.       My favorite memory was experiencing cracker barrel for the first time with Jackie & Mariah

2.       I can’t wait to return to the Mount to see all my friends

3.       To get ready for the season I got surgery, changed my eating habits and worked out

4.       Before I return to campus I will make sure that I go to mine and whit’s favorite Mexican restaurant, Casa Grande, one last time.

Rachel & her friend Cat in Myrtle Beach

Ashley Christie, Junior, G

1.       My favorite memory was playing pick-up in memorial and the lights going out in the middle of a game

2.       I can’t wait to see and hang out with all my teammates and friends

3.       To get ready for the season I worked out with TJ, played pick-up, got shots up and did individual basketball workouts

4.       Before I return to campus, I will give my mom and dad a hug.

Jessie Kaufman, Courtney Christie, Nicole Christie, & Ashley Christie



Lindsay Williams, Sophomore, F

1.       My favorite memory would have to be going to the USA vs. Brazil exhibition game in Washington, DC

2.       I am looking forward to reaching my goals I set for myself, seeing new faces, the new season, getting to know my new teammates and making new friends.

3.     I do physical therapy, work out, manage my time better and have a healthier diet.

4. Before returning to campus I will come up with a game plan for the fall semester.



Selina Mann, Senior, G

1.       So far my favorite memory from summer 2012 is attending the Red Hot Chili Peppers concert after my last final. Def was a memorable way to kick of the summer shenanigans  

2.       I’m looking forward to the new semester and seeing some friendly familiar faces

3.       To get ready for the season I took advantage of our summer workouts and got in the gym to get shots up. Also played lots of pick-up with my ballers.

4. One thing I will make sure to do before returning at the end of August is sleep in late.

Selina painting in Founders Plaza

Mariah Powell, Sophomore, F

1.       My favorite memory from summer 2012 was when all of the team at summer school hiked to the Indian Look out.  It was so much fun

2.       When I return to the Mount I look forward to meeting new people and making new friends, also reuniting with my teammates.

3.       I used the summer to get ready for the season by trying to eat the right foods

4.       Before returning to campus, I am going to make sure that I go on a big shopping trip and get my hair done J

hike with Mount ballers to indian look out



Jessie Kaufman, Junior, F

1.       My most memorable moment was going to stay with Ashley in Ohio for a week and a half and going up to the lake house with friends and family

2.       I’m most looking forward to being reunited with all my teammates and getting ready for the season to start

3.       Summer is the most important time for athletes to prepare for the upcoming season.  Working out with my teammates in summer school has definitely helped prepare us

4.       Before heading back to campus, I am going to hang out with friends and spend some QT with the family.

Jessie horseback riding

Jackie Brewer, Sophomore, G

1.       My most memorable moment was going to the beach with my best friend

2.       I am most looking forward to getting ready and preparing for the season

3.       This summer I have been working out a couple times everyday

4.       Before I return to campus I am going to go on vacation with my family and go SHOPPING!

Jackie with her brothers Aaron & Dylan

Melanie Mocniak, Sophomore, F

1.       My favorite memory by far this summer is spending time down at my beach house in Ocean City, Md with all of my friends and family

2.       I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on campus again and catching up with everyone

3.       Getting ready for the season I attended summer school where we worked out every day: running, lifting, shooting, and playing pick up

4.       One thing that I am going to make sure I do before I return to school is to spend every day at the beach

Jody, Mariah, Mel & Kayla havin fun in Summer School

Sydney Henderson, Junior, G

1.       My favorite memory was working my Internship and going to Florida!

2.       I am looking forward to the most when I get back to school is the wonderful Mount food. Kidding! I am looking forward to basketball season with a great group of girls

3.       I attended summer school in June and when I was at home I worked out on my own on a daily basis.

4. I will spend quality time with my family, especially those that I don’t see as often and my friends that play basketball too.

Tara Lonergan, Senior, F

1.       My favorite memory from Summer 2012 at school was getting to spend time with my teammates who were also returning while getting in shape and prepared for the upcoming season. It was also my last summer as an athlete at the Mount & wanted to make the best of it.

2.       I am most looking forward to getting back on campus to see friends & teammates after the summer.

3.       Personally I used the summer to get healthy and be as prepared as possible for the long season ahead (going to playoffs & obviously winning)

4.       I will definitely make sure I have my sneakers packed before returning to school.

Jessie & Tara

Kayla Grossett, Junior, G

1. My favorite moment during the summer was when, myself and the girls were playing pick-up and the power went out on us.  We all shared screams, laughs and fears. That night was a lot of fun.  We all had to run back to the dorm, in the pouring rain, we snapped a pic to capture the memory and then spent the night together without power.
2. I am looking forward to a new fresh start, a year to be successful as the previous year, if not better. I want to win our conferne and have a healthy season for myself.
3. This summer I stayed at The Mount all summer to get ahead in classes and be more conditioned, stronger, healthier and prepared for the season.
4. I will spend PLENTY of time with my family!  (considering I hadn't seen them all summer) Also continue to train and get ready for the mission I have as a Junior. 

 

Kayla & Mariah #picstitch

Jenn Carney, Sophomore, G

1.       My favorite memory from this summer has been being able to go to the beach with my friends and family & the lady Antebellum concert!

2.       When I return to the Mount I am looking forward to hanging out with my team and preparing for the season

3.       I used the summer to get ready for the season by going to the gym every day, working on what I needed to work on and going to summer workouts at school to improve my conditioning

4.       The one thing that I will make sure I do before going back to campus is spend time with my family before I leave.

Jenn with her friends at Lady Antebellum Concert

Jody Chickey, Freshman , G

1.       My favorite memory of this summer would have to be spending time with my roommates (Jackie, Mariah and Jayla) we had some good laughs!

2.       What I am most l am most looking forward to coming back is getting to know the team better and also starting the season.

3.       I used this summer to prepare for the season by working on all the little things I need to improve on. I also tried to focus on conditioning as well as lifting.

4.       One thing that I am sure to do before returning to The Mount is preparing for the timed mile.



girls after pick up outside of Memorial Gym

Jayla Leftwitch, Freshman, F

1.       My favorite memory from this summer was starting college and getting to know all the new people.

2.       I am looking to being with my teammates again, getting healthy and starting the season

3.       Due to my injury I was unable to work out, but I have been going to physical therapy so I can get better and work out soon.

4.       One thing I will make sure to do before returning to campus, is my homework… gotta stay focused J

Mariah, Jody, Jackie & Jayla