Name: Eugene Yang

Sport: Cricket 

Hometown: Taipei, Taiwan

High School: Taipei American School

Activities/Clubs/Committees: TA for Economics Department, Athletics Game Staff, Dining Center

Favorite professional athletes: Nikola Jokić, Dale Steyn 

Fun Fact: Has an impressive vertical jump despite playing a sport that doesn't involve much jumping. 

What do you love most about the sport you play?
Playing cricket at Haverford is a very unique experience. In our current team of 17 players, only two players had played the sport before coming to college. I love the fact that despite our varying athletic backgrounds and abilities, we are constantly improving and growing as a team. Our success as a team really goes to show that with dedication and hard work, anyone and any team can be successful. Despite our lack of previous experience, we have become one of the most competitive teams in the region and we are looking to win it all this coming season. 

What is your favorite team experience?
We recently included a yoga session as part of our pregame routine. It has proven to be a very effective way for us to relax, stay focused, and remember to have fun. 

What does being a student-athlete mean to you?
Being a student-athlete is crucial to my time management. Twenty-plus hours of weekly commitment may sound like a lot, however, practices from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day provide me with a much-needed break from academics. I feel refreshed after practice and ready to complete any coursework that needs to be done in the evening. Being a student-athlete also introduces me to the awesome athletic community here at Haverford. The coaches, trainers, and support staff are truly wonderful. It is very heart-warming to see when others are just as happy about your accomplishments as you are. My experience here at Haverford would not be the same without them!

What advice would you give a high school student considering Haverford?
My advice would be to go on a campus tour, talk to someone that goes here, and try to sit in during a class if you can. Haverford is a very small college with a tight-knit community. While some might complain that the campus feels like a bubble at times, I personally really appreciate the individuated attention and care that you get at Haverford. It's really about asking yourself what is best for you and what type of experience you are looking for. Reach out to anyone, and ask them a random question. In my experience, everyone here is happy to help and have an opinion on something, anything.