Women's Volleyball | 10/27/2022 4:31:45 PM
Sydney French is in her fourth season as a member of the St. John Fisher University women's volleyball eam in 2022. She is enjoying an excellent season for the Cardinals, hitting .344 with 176 kills and 41 blocks, while helping lead them to the top-seed in the upcoming Empire 8 ChampionshipTournament next week. French has served as captain for the Cardinals during the last two seasons ans has helped the team win three straight Empire 8 Championships and earn two NCAA Championship Tournament berths.
A native of Marcellus, NY, French is a biology major and carries a 3.91 grade-point average. She is a four-time Empire 8 President's List selection for academic excellence. French has appeared in 80 career matches and has 396 kills, while hitting .301 to go along with 93 blocks.
Sydney French - Empire 8 Captains
Institution: St. John Fisher University
Sport/Position: Women's Volleyball/Middle Blocker and Outside Hitte
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Major(/Minor: Biology with a minor in Chemistry
GPA: 3.91
Class Year: Senior
Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2023
Favorite Professional Athlete/Pro Team: Josh Allen/Buffalo Bills
Favorite Food: Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Ben & Jerry’s Half Baked
Dream Vacation: Switzerland
Last TV Show/Series You Binge Watched: Dance Moms
Various Academic Honors/Academic or Athletic Clubs: Tribeta Honor Society, Dean’s List Every Semester, four-time Empire 8 President's List recipient for maintaining at least a 3.75 grade-point average.
When Did You Become a Captain? I have been in a leadership role since my junior year.
What Are Your Duties as Team Captain? Relaying messages from the coach to the team, remind the team of our expectations and how to be a good teammate—and bringing energy to the court.
What Type of Leader Are You? I like to think I’m understanding and a friendly face to go to for anyone who needs help.
What Qualities Do You Think A Team Leader Should Have? Good leaders should be understanding, listening, motivated, and accountable.
Any Interesting or Exciting Internships You Have Done or Are Currently Working On? Organic Chemistry Research, Summer 2022, and Biomechanics research with Dr. Enck
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Plans After Graduation: Attend grad school for biology for biomechanics
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What Do You See Yourself Doing in 10-15 Years/What is Your Ultimate Professional Goal: I would love to have a steady income and spend my free time traveling!
How Has Playing Collegiately and in the Empire 8 Prepared You For Life After College: Playing at the collegiate level has taught me time management and accountability.
Favorite Athletic Memory from Your Time in College: Going to Calvin for NCAA’s in Michigan.
Greatest Mentors (On or Off Campus): Coach Kelly Greapentrog, Professor Dr. Enck, and my parents.
What Have You Learned About Yourself from Being a Captain: Being understanding can solve any issue.
One Thing, Most People, Do Not Know About You: I love to paint!
Advice for Younger Teammates/Student-Athletes and Future Captains: Never ask someone to do something you wouldn’t do yourself!
The Empire 8 Conference's “Captains” Series features a student-athlete from one of its member institutions in a leadership role which focuses on how being in that role has helped them as a student-athlete and person in addition to preparing for life after college.
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