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SCA Spotlight Athlete: Jordan Schrage '22

St. Cecilia Academy
Jordan Schrage '22 is the Scarab Nation Spotlight Athlete.
Jordan is a junior and member of the Swim team.  When asked about Jordan, head coach Joe Helmer said, “Jordan has been a valued member of the swim team since her freshman year.  Despite all of the challenges this year, Jordan has had 100% attendance and continues to push herself to become a better swimmer.   Jordan embodies such a positive attitude, which is infectious, and helps keep us all smiling during such a trying time.  She is a true team player and an important part of our team.  I am proud of Jordan and look forward to watching her grow even more over the next 2 years.”  We sat down with Jordan to find out what makes her such a fantastic teammate with a positive attitude. 
Question:  How long have you been playing this sport?
Answer:  I have been swimming for SCA for three years, but swimming each summer since I was little. 
Question:  What do you love most about this sport?
Answer:  I love how you can just zone out and push during training. 
Question:  Do you have any pregame rituals or traditions?
Answer:  nothing for before the race, but during races, especially near the end, I always remind myself that I can go harder than I think!
Question:  Do you have plans to compete collegiately?
Answer:  Nope.
Question:  How close are you all as a team?
Answer:  Very close.  There is always lots of good natured teasing at practice and that comes from a close bond between the team. 
Question:  What are your goals for this season?
Answer:  To qualify for regionals in the 50 Free and 100 Back. 
Question:  What do you attribute your success to?
Answer:  We have a great team that keep me motivated to work hard every day. 
Question:  What do you love most about being a Scarab?
Answer:  We are all so close.  It is such a great environment here. 
 
Question:  What is your favorite TV show?
Answer:  Parks and Rec.
Question:  What is the top song on your playlist right now?
Answer:  Disorder by Isaac Delusion
Question:  What is your favorite pre-game meal?
Answer:  Pasta
Question:  If you could have dinner with anyone in the world, dead or alive, who would it be?
Answer:  Aubrey Plaza
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