Jillian Strassner, Women’s soccer
Redshirt Junior
Avon, CT
1. How did you get into Soccer?
I come from a big soccer town where everyone plays as early as five years old. I was a super hyper kid, so a sport with a lot of running made me a little calmer for my parents.
2. What brought you to QU?
I loved the idea of an entry level physician assistant program where I could automatically get into graduate school if I completed the requirements of the program academically and clinically. Dave (our head coach) was also my club team coach and got me initially interested.
3. If you had ten words to describe your team, what words would you use?
We are a family, we have to be there for each other… sorry thats 12!
4. What is your most embarrassing moment?
Last fall, I had ACL surgery and had my leg in a brace resting along the bench. I lost my cool over a bee, freaked out, got stung, and tumbled off the bench during the game. My coach wasn’t too happy but everyone was laughing.
5. What is your team’s goal this season?
We hope to win the NEC and make an appearance in NCAA tournament.
6. What is your favorite sport other than the one that you play?
I actually used to swim competitively and I loved watching the Olympic swimming this summer!
7. Ray and Mikes or Corner Deli?
Corner Deli
8. What celebrity would play your part in a movie about your life?
Blake Lively FOR SUREEE (soccer player in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants!!)
9. Who is your role model and what have you learned from him or her?
My mom, she has taught me how to be strong
10. Better dancer, Chris Brown or Billy Mecca?
Billy!
Fun Fact: I have a twin named Shauna
Favorite Movie: Tangled
Favorite Food: Ice cream
Shuffle iPod, first five songs:
1. We are Never Ever Getting Back Together (Taylor Swift)
2. Why ya Wanna (Jana Kramer)
3. Wanted (Hunter Hayes)
4. Hard to Love (Lee Brice)
5. Some Nights (FUN)
5. Some Nights (FUN)
Academic major: ELMPA (Entry level Masters Physician Assistant), minor in chemistry
Plans after QU: Become a PA!
