Espen Russell is a junior on the boy’s soccer team. He has played for Penn Soccer for 3 years.
What does a day in your life look like on game days?
I like to wake up and shower and have a small snack. Meet at the bus and listen to music. Talk to my teammates on the bus.
What has been your all-time favorite game in the past seasons or currently?
Against Concord this season because I scored two goals for my team.
If you could play any sport what would it be? Why?
Baseball because I’ve always wanted to play.
What inspired your passion for soccer?
My dad because he got me to start playing when I was young.
How do you think your teammates impact the game for you?
They motivate me to keep going when the game is hard.
What is your favorite soccer field besides the one at Penn High School?
Homestead because they have good turf and nice nets.
How do you manage schoolwork while being an athlete?
I do my best to finish it all in class so I have more time to focus on soccer after school.
Who on your team has inspired you the most? Why?
Chris Miller because he made the all-star team.
What advice would you give to freshmen in the upcoming years?
If you want to do well you have to have a strong mindset and don’t give it.
What position do you play at Penn? Have you always played that position here?
I play striker and I just started playing this year.
