Meet R Freshmen: Jamie Frank
Aug 06 | Women's Soccer
PISCATAWAY, N.J. - Rutgers women's soccer welcomes 11 new faces to the program for the 2017 season. ScarletKnights.com caught up with all 11 newcomers for brief Q&A sessions to introduce them to the RU community. This installment features Allegheny Township, Pennsylvania, native Jamie Frank.
Defender • 5-4
Club: Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Allegheny Township, Pa. • Kiski Area High School
Prior to Rutgers: Starter for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds since 2013 … Riverhounds were crowned national champions in 2014 and placed third in 2015 and 2016 under Jamie's leadership … four-year starter at Kiski Area High School.
Personal: Daughter of James and Tracy … has one sibling, Chris…intends to major in exercise science - applied kinesiology.
ScarletKnights.com: Why did you choose Rutgers?
Jamie Frank: There are several reasons to why I chose Rutgers. From a young age, I always knew I wanted to play soccer in college. The first time after talking to the coaching staff at Rutgers I knew this was the school for me because of the family atmosphere it demonstrates. I also love challenging myself on and off the field and I know how well academics are at Rutgers. I am very excited to be able to compete at such a high level in the Big Ten. I look forward to being a part of the R family and growing as a person and player.
SK.com: When did you first start playing soccer? Do you remember the moment you fell in love with soccer?
JF: I first started playing soccer when I was four years old. I knew I fell in love with soccer when I stopped playing every other sport.
SK.com: Who was your biggest soccer influence?
JF: My club coach who always pushed me to become a better and stronger player physically and mentally.
SK.com: What is your best soccer memory?
JF: My best soccer memory was winning a national title in 2014 with my club team.
SK.com: Do you have a favorite soccer player?
JF: Lionel Messi.
SK.com: What did you know about Rutgers prior to committing?
JF: Rutgers was a very good school academically.
SK.com: What is your favorite thing about Rutgers so far?
JF: The family atmosphere.
SK.com: What are your personal goals for the upcoming season?
JF: Personal goals I want to achieve this season are to get stronger and learn even more about the game at this high level.
SK.com: What three things would you bring to a deserted island?
JF: My dog, my family, and food.
SK.com: What is your favorite TV show, music, and food?
JF: TV show is Friends. Music is hip-hop. Food is Chinese.
SK.com: If you had a walkout song what would it be?
JF: Rise by Katy Perry.
SK.com: What are your hobbies outside of playing soccer?
JF: Watching Netflix and hanging with friends and family
SK.com: If you could excel at any other sport, what would it be?
JF: Basketball.
SK.com: Which social media platform is your favorite?
JF: Instagram.
SK.com: Any fun facts?
JF: I cannot do a somersault.
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