Chris Lipscomb, a sophomore from West Springfield, Mass., has been chosen for the focus of this installment of the “Endicott Student-Athlete Spotlight” for his works both on the field/court, and even more important, off of it. Chris is a Sport Management major that has been a member of the football and men's basketball teams for the past two years. In his first year on the football team, the Gulls won their second NEFC title in program history. We were able to catch up with the sophomore and ask him a few questions for the Spotlight.
Why did you choose to be a Division III
student-athlete?
The reason I chose Division III was because I could not decide
what sport I wanted to play in college, and Division III gave me
the opportunity to play both football and basketball.
What do you like most about being a student-athlete at
Endicott?
The people. We have great fans, coaches, players, and everyone
involved in the athletic department make being a student-athlete at
Endicott College an awesome experience.
What are some of the greatest lessons you have learned
from being a student-athlete?
The biggest lesson I have learned from being a student-athlete is
how important it is to set priorities and manage time so you can
still enjoy all the things regular college students
enjoy.
Who have been the most influence people in your athletic
career?
My whole family and my high school football coach.
How would your teammates describe you?
I would hope by saying that I'm hardworking, competitive, and have
the teams best interest in mind but I guess you would have to ask
them.
Do you have any pre-game/pre-event rituals? If so, what
are they?
For football I have to come out of the locker room last, then I
stand alone while I pray during the National Anthem; the same
prayer every time. Right after I jump as high as I can once and I'm
ready to go. For basketball, I have to get dressed the same way
every time and then say the same prayer during the National
Anthem.
What is your greatest sports moment?
Starting in and winning the conference championship in football my
freshman year.
Which public figure (athlete, politician, entertainer,
etc) would you most like to meet and what one question would you
ask them?
I would want to meet Bill Belichick. I would ask him why he never
looks happy win or lose.
What internships have you completed (or are a part of
now)? What benefit have you gotten out of them?
Holyoke Blue Sox. They are a College Summer League baseball
organization. The biggest benefit I got from that internship was
how to handle all different kinds of people when they have
complaints or problems.
If you have been involved in community service projects,
what project has been the most rewarding and why?
Reading to elementary school kids in Beverly was a really
rewarding experience. I remember how excited I used to get when I
was them and someone came in and spent time with us. It was awesome
to bring those kids the same excitement that I got as a
kid.
Name three things on your "bucket list".
1.Travel the world. 2. Go zip lining. 3. Drive cross country with
my closest friends.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years after graduation?
What is your dream job?
I want to be starting a family of my own that I can support with
my career.
What would you say to someone currently in high school who
is considering attending Endicott?
Join the flock!