Get to know soccer senior Maddie Gangi
6/21/2016 11:56:00 AM | Soccer
Leading up to the 2016 Sam Houston State soccer season, we'll visit with the team's seven seniors. The unit seeks to add on to success from last season that included the program's first 10-win season and an appearance in the Southland Conference Tournament championship game.
In today's first edition, we catch up with Frisco native Maddie Gangi. The defender played in nine matches a season ago and helped a back line that finished second in the league in goals allowed per match (0.83) and shutouts (9).
What is your favorite thing about Sam Houston State?
The people; Sam has so many cool and interesting people and professors and they are all nice and welcoming.
What is your most fond memory of playing soccer for the Bearkats?
Traveling; sometimes we have long road trips but being on the bus and in the hotels make it worth the long hours. I feel like as a team we grow a stronger bond on road trips and those are always great memories that I will never forget.
What are some of your hobbies outside of soccer?
I love to blog! I have my own fashion blog.
Do you have any pregame superstitions?
I usually wear the same color pre wrap.
What are your personal goals entering the season?
To continue to stay in good shape and to score a goal as a defender
If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
Greece, because I have always wanted to go there and be on the beach, I've always loved their culture and there food!
What is your favorite place to eat in Huntsville?
Farmhouse Cafe
Who is your favorite soccer player?
Abby Wambach
What three words would you use to describe yourself?
Funny, Outgoing, Determined
What does a perfect day look like to you?
Just doing something for myself, but laying on the beach with my friends listening to music would be perfect for me
If you could live in a book, TV show or movie, what would it be and why?
Harry Potter! I know I sound nerdy but going to school for magic would be awesome.
If you weren't playing soccer, what sport would you be playing?
Volleyball
Who are your all-time favorite artists/bands?
This is a hard one because I love all kinds of bands! But I would have to say that my all time would be 30 Seconds to Mars, Blink 182 and the oldies like, ACDC, Journey and The Beatles.
What is your best advice to give to the younger players?
To give your 110% every day in practice and in games and to never give up on your goals as a player.
If you had a bucket list, what is one thing that would be on it?
To see the Northern Lights
