Jackie Smith
Hometown: Westfield, MA
Class: Sophomore
High School: Holyoke High School
Major: Elementary & Special Education
Favorite Musical Group/Artist Earth, Wind & Fire
Three Things I Can’t Live Without:
1. Family 2. Friends/Teammates 3. Naps
Q. Why I Chose University of Hartford:
A- Because of Coach Rizzotti and her coaching staff, and the team chemistry
Q. Favorite class and why:
A- I actually like all of my classes because the professors make them interesting.
Q. One thing I have learned at University at Hartford that I will carry with me for the rest of my life is:
A- Perseverance and confidence in myself.
Q. My Dream Job, other than the NBA/WNBA, is:
A- Pet Detective
Q. The person, other than my parents, who has had the most influence on me is, and why:
A- My uncle Ray, because he was the toughest man I’ve ever met with the biggest heart.
Q. The best thing about being a Hartford Hawk is:
A- Being able to wear the same number as our mascot, Howie
Q. Most memorable moment as an athlete:
A- Winning the America East Championship and cutting down the nets
Q. What I did this week as a student (classes, tests, projects, study hall):
A- Winter break is amazing!!
Q. What I did this week as an athlete (practice, games):
A- Had practice, got ready to play UMBC, beat UMBC and started preparing for BU.
Q. Based upon my experiences growing up, my advice for young kids about school and athletics is:
A- Find a way to enjoy what you are doing, no matter what it is. You will always be more successful if your having fun.
Q. Why I am looking forward to the America East Basketball Championship:
A- Because we were picked to finish second, period!