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Spartan Spotlight - Max Obriecht

16731Hometown: Naperville, Illinois
High School: Naperville North
Team: Men's Lacrosse
Major: Philosophy
Minor: Psychology

What is your favorite sports moment at AU?
Winning our first NCAA game against Ohio Wesleyen

What is your most memorable academic experience at AU?
Visiting the Hindu church for extra credit with Lynn Harkins!

Why did you choose to attend Aurora University?
Good coaches, and having the opportunity to help start the first NCAA team in Illinois.

Who is your all-time favorite athlete and why?
Allen Iverson. Have to respect his fearlessness and confidence. And that crossover.

What is your favorite class and why?
Economic Theory

Who is your favorite professor and why?
Dr. Carmichael. Learned some valuable stuff in his class. He showed a genuine interest in our success.

Other than the sport(s) you play, what other sports activity are you good at?
Hockey. (Obriecht played on the first AU club hockey team).

Outside of sports, what is your favorite hobby?
Chess and Piano

What is your favorite meal in the cafeteria?
Salad. Just kidding. Pizza

Who is your role model?
Mom and Dad. Great parents, great people.

What do you enjoy most about practice?
Scoring goals

What do you like least about practice?
Playing Defense. And Running

What are your plans/goals after graduation?
Grad School

Do you have any pregame rituals?
Not particularly. Just try to relax and stay calm until the first whistle blows

What will you remember most from your college career?
Winning a national championship my senior year

As a senior, what advice would you give to freshman at AU?
Prioritize. There's better things to do than watch T.V and play video games


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