In Their Own Words - Postcard from Sarah Rech - 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 women's lacrosse is Akron freshman Sarah Rech (Gibsonia, Pa.).

First off, are you and your family doing well?
For the most part, yes we are.

Where are you currently?
Florida

If you went home, talk about the importance of having your family around as we went through quarantine?
I'm happy I had my family around in quarantine. It made leaving my friends better when I would spend time with them.

Can you describe what it has means to be a Zip, especially during this time?
It means being able to play the sport you love, spending every day with your teammates doing what you love and not taking it for granted.

How are you feeling knowing that you'll be back on campus soon?
Excited to be with my team again.

What is daily life like knowing that you have been expected to stay inside?
Trying to be productive as much as possible and keeping busy.

Discuss your feelings as the events were occurring that ultimately led to the cancellation of spring sports and you returning home or quarantining in Akron?
I wish I had the opportunity to say goodbye to my team and friends and having more time to process before leaving campus.

What are some of the things you have been doing lately to maintain and/or build your fitness for the anticipated return of sports this fall?
My gym just opened, so I'm trying to get in there anytime I can.

Favorite summertime activities?
Going on drives and going to the beach.

What are some shows or movies that you have enjoyed watching while in quarantine?
All-American, Outer Banks

What was your favorite class you took this past year or during your time at Akron?
Brandon Sweitzer - Pubic Speaking

Discuss your communication with your teammates around the world and back here in Ohio during this time?
I was able to FaceTime my teammates after we left campus and we would talk on the phone to keep in touch.

Is there a lesson(s) that you have learned during quarantine that will help you as we move forward towards the new normal with the return of classes and sports?
Never take anything for granted and live in the moment.

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