In Their Own Words - Postcard from Sam Tojaga - University of Akron Athletics

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AKRON, Ohio - We continue updates from across country and the world in what we like to call Postcards from The Zips. Up next, from men's soccer is Akron junior Sam Tojaga (Erie, Pa.).

First off, are you and your family doing well?

My family and I are doing well. We are trying to make the most of this odd circumstance, while staying safe and healthy.

With time for reflection have you been able to wrap your head around what has occurred?

I have been able to wrap my head around it, but it truly is a crazy situation. Once I stepped back and thought about it, I realized this is something we will talk about for years to come.

Talk about the importance of your family and knowing that they are safely back home?

I think it is really important to be around your family during a time like this. I know in my case, but especially my international teammates. It would be really hard knowing that you are away from your family during the early stages of a pandemic.

What is daily life like knowing that you've been expected to stay inside your homes?

The majority of my daily life consists of some type of workout to get me moving a little, getting homework done before the semester ended, watching tv and movies, and playing Xbox. Also, we have done a lot of puzzles and games as a family to pass the time.

Discuss your feelings as the events were occurring that ultimately led to the cancellation of spring sports?

In my mind and after following the news, I had that sense of its coming. I knew everything was getting cancelled eventually and it was just a matter of time. It's unfortunate because as a team we always want to make strides on the field and when that is stripped away from us it's going to be tough.

Discuss your communication with your teammates around the world and back here in Ohio during this time?

I have been talking to a lot of my teammates since we have all dispersed to our homes. We have a few group messages we actively participate in. Also, some of us had some classes together so, that gave us an opportunity to help each other and to catchup in a group FaceTime setting or something along the lines.

Can you describe what it has means to be a Zip, especially during this time?

It means a lot to be a Zip during this time. The support and concern from the community, alumni, and fans about our well-being has been great to see. We as a team really feel that support and it reminds us every day what it means to be a Zip.

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