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October 21, 2009

Mauricio Ramirez

Photo submitted by Michael Omenazu

Mauricio Ramirez
Men’s Soccer

1.Who is your favorite athlete?

Cobi Jones because his swag is so official.

2.What kinds of music/artists do you listen to get you ready for matches?

Weezy Baby. His songs give out a lot of energy.

3.Where do you spend your time other than on a soccer field?

I like to paint public murals and work on my portfolio of art. I’m also volunteering at the Wildlife Sanctuary here in Springfield.

4.When (age/moment) did you realize you loved playing soccer?

At the age of 5, the first organized team I ever played, I scored 7 goals. The only problem was is that all 7 goals were on my own net. I didn’t care, I was laughing the whole time. That’s when I knew I loved the game.

5.Why do you wear the number “2?”

In order to be number one, you have to play like number two.