The University of Akron Athletics
Akron Men's Soccer Honors Its Mothers - 2020
Members of the Akron men’s soccer team have a great support system behind them at all times and none are more important to their success than their mothers. On Mother’s Day, some of the Zips wanted to share what makes their mothers so special.
Grant Abbott
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast. My mom shows all these things”
Brock, Lucas, Grant and Beth Abbott
Colin Biros
“My mom always keeps me in line and has been there for me every step of the way.”
Gretchen, Colin and Michael Biros
David Egbo
“Every day I wake up feeling blessed and thankful to God for blessing me with two amazing mothers, from my biological mother back in Nigeria to my mom here in the United States. They both support and inspire me to be the best person I can be. I don’t think I would be half the man I am today without my mothers, love you both infinity, much ❤️”
Jared Embick
“Happy Mother’s Day! My mother has always encouraged me through the challenges I have faced throughout my life. She taught me to view adversity as a way to grow, and to push through the tough times as they never last and you will come out the other side as a stronger more resilient person.”
Jared and Cary Embick
Johnny Fitzgerald
“My mom has the kindest heart I’ve ever seen and does everything she can to help me. Without her, I wouldn’t be the person, athlete, or student I am today.”
Jennifer, Johnny and Paul Fitzgerald
Marco Milanese
“My Mother is so important to me because she helped me throughout all my soccer career. During the week when my father was working, my mum always took me to the practice pitch. It's my angel. Thank you Mum!”
Michael Nanchoff
“Mom...you've given me every tool to succeed in life and do one heck of a job guiding me along the way. Cheers to you! I love you!"
Marian and Michael Nanchoff
Joey Paulus
“My mom is by far the most caring and loving person in my life. She has enjoyed the good times with me and also helped me through the bad times. She is always there with support and has shown nothing but love to me. I always know I can count on her and can go to her for anything”
Mary, Joey and Julia Paulus
Carlo Ritaccio
“My mother’s desire to make sure that my brothers and I are always happy is something that I admire and amazes me everyday”
Matteo, Irene, Giraldo, Jerry and Carlo Ritaccio
Jordan Seaman
“My mother is amazing. She's always in a good mood. My mom encourages me to do my best and she's taught me how to work hard at everything I do, but more importantly, she's taught me how to persevere through tough times, learn from it and move on. She's the most important thing in my life and I wouldn't be where I am without her.”
Federico Serra
“My mother is special to me, thanks to her and her support I always went forward in life despite the difficulties!”
Daniel Strachan
In addition to raising me, teaching me, loving me, occasionally disciplining/shouting at me (I can’t blame her), and somehow finding everything of mine in five seconds after I’ve looked everywhere, my mom has always supported my dreams of soccer and never once complained about the long drives to and from soccer practices, games, and tournaments. She is an incredible woman to whom I owe absolutely everything to. I Love you mom ❤️”
Sam Tojaga
“My mom has been my #1 fan for as long as I can remember and pushes me every day to be the best man I can be to succeed in life. She’s always been supportive of my goals and because of that she deserves the world. She keeps this family together and I will be forever grateful for her. I love you mom, Happy Mother’s Day!”
Emily and Sam Tojaga
Cameron Victor
“My mom has inspired me to keep pushing and never be content, this keeps me going and have a competitive edge.”
Cameron and Jennifer Victor
Jaden Wright
“My mom is special because she encourages me to do my best and always supports me”
Grant Abbott
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast. My mom shows all these things”
Brock, Lucas, Grant and Beth Abbott
Colin Biros
“My mom always keeps me in line and has been there for me every step of the way.”
Gretchen, Colin and Michael Biros
David Egbo
“Every day I wake up feeling blessed and thankful to God for blessing me with two amazing mothers, from my biological mother back in Nigeria to my mom here in the United States. They both support and inspire me to be the best person I can be. I don’t think I would be half the man I am today without my mothers, love you both infinity, much ❤️”
Jared Embick
“Happy Mother’s Day! My mother has always encouraged me through the challenges I have faced throughout my life. She taught me to view adversity as a way to grow, and to push through the tough times as they never last and you will come out the other side as a stronger more resilient person.”
Jared and Cary Embick
Johnny Fitzgerald
“My mom has the kindest heart I’ve ever seen and does everything she can to help me. Without her, I wouldn’t be the person, athlete, or student I am today.”
Jennifer, Johnny and Paul Fitzgerald
Marco Milanese
“My Mother is so important to me because she helped me throughout all my soccer career. During the week when my father was working, my mum always took me to the practice pitch. It's my angel. Thank you Mum!”
Michael Nanchoff
“Mom...you've given me every tool to succeed in life and do one heck of a job guiding me along the way. Cheers to you! I love you!"
Marian and Michael Nanchoff
Joey Paulus
“My mom is by far the most caring and loving person in my life. She has enjoyed the good times with me and also helped me through the bad times. She is always there with support and has shown nothing but love to me. I always know I can count on her and can go to her for anything”
Mary, Joey and Julia Paulus
Carlo Ritaccio
“My mother’s desire to make sure that my brothers and I are always happy is something that I admire and amazes me everyday”
Matteo, Irene, Giraldo, Jerry and Carlo Ritaccio
Jordan Seaman
“My mother is amazing. She's always in a good mood. My mom encourages me to do my best and she's taught me how to work hard at everything I do, but more importantly, she's taught me how to persevere through tough times, learn from it and move on. She's the most important thing in my life and I wouldn't be where I am without her.”
Federico Serra
“My mother is special to me, thanks to her and her support I always went forward in life despite the difficulties!”
Daniel Strachan
In addition to raising me, teaching me, loving me, occasionally disciplining/shouting at me (I can’t blame her), and somehow finding everything of mine in five seconds after I’ve looked everywhere, my mom has always supported my dreams of soccer and never once complained about the long drives to and from soccer practices, games, and tournaments. She is an incredible woman to whom I owe absolutely everything to. I Love you mom ❤️”
Sam Tojaga
“My mom has been my #1 fan for as long as I can remember and pushes me every day to be the best man I can be to succeed in life. She’s always been supportive of my goals and because of that she deserves the world. She keeps this family together and I will be forever grateful for her. I love you mom, Happy Mother’s Day!”
Emily and Sam Tojaga
Cameron Victor
“My mom has inspired me to keep pushing and never be content, this keeps me going and have a competitive edge.”
Cameron and Jennifer Victor
Jaden Wright
“My mom is special because she encourages me to do my best and always supports me”
