Name: Russell (RJ) Rauh 

Year: Sophomore

Major: Nursing

Hometown: LaGrangeville, N.Y.

High School: Arlington HS

Position: Goalkeeper

Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes?

I chose Wilkes because I am able to get a great education while still being able to play the sport that I have loved my entire life.

Post-graduation plans in terms of a career?

After graduation, I would like to get a job relatively close to home.

Favorite building on campus?

Cohen Science Center.

What came first? The chicken or the egg?

The chicken.

Hopes for this season as a Colonel?

I hope that our team can make playoffs and finish this season with a winning record. 

When/Why did you first begin playing?

I’ve been playing soccer ever since I can remember.

Favorite thing to do during practice?

My favorite thing to do is 3 v. 2, which is when the goalies get the most action.

If you had to choose one thing about your program that you could improve, what would it be?

I would update the locker rooms. 

Other interests or hobbies off of the field? 

I enjoy playing video games.

Most influential person(s) in your life?

My father.

If you could have dinner with a famous person from the past, who would it be? 

Steve Irwin.

Favorite Professor?

Professor Kenneth Klemow.

Coke or Pepsi?

Coke.

Favorite meal to eat on campus?

Stromboli.

A quote you live your life by?

“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That is why it is called the present.” – Master Oogway

What does “Be Colonel” mean to you?

To me, “Be Colonel” means to be smart on and off the field, while keeping up with school.

Anyone to give a shout-out to?

My backline. 

-Compiled by Kirsten Peters, Co-Sports Editor