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Campus Voices–Ricky Garcia

Posted by Christie Oneill | Oct 16, 2024 | News | 0 |

by Christie Oneill, Staff Writer

The University Times staff is interviewing students across campus as part of our “campus voices” project. Staff writers are profiling faces fresh and familiar to forge stronger relationships within our campus community. Check the UTimes website each week to see each new profile! 

As the fall semester rolls on, so do UMPI sports teams. 

Ricky Garcia, a third-year transfer student from Jacksonville, Florida, was recruited for the University of Maine at Presque Isle baseball team three years ago. He is pursuing a double major in criminology and psychology, and he sat down to discuss the upcoming season and his unique experience. 

“I think we have a lot of potential after seeing the team this semester,” he said. “The coach recruited many good first-year players; since they are good, the returners will also work harder.”

Garcia reflected on his proudest moment on the team thus far. 

“I am the oldest on the team and still manage to keep up, and I have had multiple opportunities to start,” he said. 

Garcia admitted that being the oldest comes with difficulties. He acknowledged that balancing academics, athletics, and work is challenging. Garcia explained how he manages his responsibilities.

“School is always first,” he said. “I build my schedule around classes. It helps that the coach is very understanding. A good example is that I have a night class this semester, and practice pushes into that class. Coach lets me show up late to practice as long as I go to class and do well.” 

Garcia offered this advice to newcomers, “I’m a firm believer in trying to slow down the game. You don’t want to rush. Also, be yourself! You will make friends by just being you.”

Good luck this semester Garcia!

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Christie Oneill

Christie Oneill

Christie Oneill is a third-year student majoring in English with a minor in Psychology. She is a creative and passionate addition to the team!

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