Oct. 29, 2015
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By Miranda Kulp, GoPSUsports.com Student Staff Writer
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. ââ'¬" Adjusting to the first year of college can be hectic for anyone, however student-athletes take on even more by adding the demands of playing a Division I sport.
Every season the Penn State men's soccer team welcomes new members to its family, this season the Nittany Lions added seven newcomers to the team.
"I'm extremely proud of this class, I wish everyone was healthy but everyone is adjusting great to the program and showing huge potential for the future," stated Head Coach Bob Warming.
One of the four goalkeepers for the Blue and White, Wes Bergevin made the jump from Hinsdale, Ill. to State College to pursue a soccer career.
"I chose Penn State because I like the location of the school and combined with great academics and athletics. It's the total package," stated Bergevin.
Although Bergevin grew up moving around the country due to his father's NHL career, he credits his teammates for making Penn State feel like home for his first year at the university.
"It's a lot of fun being on the team, the older guys really help with the whole high school to college transition and they're always willing to give any of us tips about soccer or anything really," stated Bergevin.
Originally from York, Pa., Mac Curran adjusted from playing strictly club soccer to Division I here at Penn State.
"Being on the team is great, it made the transition into college a lot easier knowing you're going into it with a bunch of guys who care about you," stated Curran.
Making his presence known on the field, Curran has played 14 games and started in 11. Playing a total of 732 minutes, he has taken 16 shots and notched two goals.
After college Curran plans on joining the Navy.
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