April 7, 2008

OhioBobcats.com: The Bobcats swept Dayton last week in the season's home opener. How did it feel to play at home for the first time and post back-to-back wins?
Kemezis: It felt great to open up with wins against Dayton. It's important to always start off strong anywhere you are, especially in the first home games of the year. Everyone was excited to finally step out onto our field, in front of our crowd, and show everyone how hard we've been working.

OhioBobcats.com: The team has a pretty big fan base, mostly parents who travel and are at all the games, including your dad. How important is it to have that kind of support, especially as a freshman?
Kemezis: When I was in high school and in summer ball, my dad was at 99% of my games, and most of the time had to rearrange his work schedule to see me play. Now that I'm nine hours from home he won't be able to see me a whole lot. But when he is there, I feel the support that I'm used too. It gives me a sense of something familiar in an otherwise foreign situation. But even when my parents can't make it to the games, having the other girl's parents definitely constitutes as support.

OhioBobcats.com: You got to start for the first time against Kent State last weekend, how do you feel about that, and what was going through your head before the game?
Kemezis: I didn't think I would be starting, but I was preparing myself to be ready in case something happened. But after warmups Coach Matyuch told me I was going to be starting in rightfield, and what she expected of me. I focused on what she wanted of me, and the big thing that was running through my mind was always take the first step back.

OhioBobcats.com: I know that as a team, everyone has specific roles, what would you say your role is and why?
Kemezis: I believe my role is a utility player. I am able to play outfield, pinch hit, catch, run bases, and for a brief second, almost play first. My ability to stay aware of the situations and all the adjustments that have been going on through the game allow me to be versatile.

OhioBobcats.com: How have you adjusted to college life?
Kemezis: I started to adjust to college life before I even got here. During the summer, I allowed myself to not be so dependant on my parents for everything, and it made an easier transition once I was really away from them. As for the academic side, my high school prepared me very well for the work load and time management.

OhioBobcats.com: How have you transitioned from life in New Jersey to life in Athens?
Kemezis: Life in New Jersey is very different from life in Athens. AT home, I have five major shopping malls within 15 minutes of my house, but here in Athens, the closest mall is 45 minutes away! It is very relaxed out here compared to back home. But with softball, I feel a sense of home because I'm constantly moving from class to practice to studying. I enjoy the weekends when we aren't in season because it allows me to slow down and catch up with just having fun.

OhioBobcats.com: What do you do in your down time?
Kemezis: Most of the time I'm playing Guitar Hero with Jordan (Paden) and Mel (Bonner). Recently I got Rock Band, so we just spend time playing video games. Also I read and hang out with some of my non-softball friends.

OhioBobcats.com: What is your favorite hang-out spot on campus?
Kemezis: My favorite hang-out spot would have to be my room. Mel and I have a futon and one of the bigger rooms for a double, so there is room to sit and relax and hang out with everyone.

OhioBobcats.com: Last but not least, what is the correct pronunciation of your last name?
Kemezis: That's a question I get all the time. To spell it out phonetically, it's Kamesis.

April 7, 2008

OhioBobcats.com: The Bobcats swept Dayton last week in the season's home opener. How did it feel to play at home for the first time and post back-to-back wins?
Kemezis: It felt great to open up with wins against Dayton. It's important to always start off strong anywhere you are, especially in the first home games of the year. Everyone was excited to finally step out onto our field, in front of our crowd, and show everyone how hard we've been working.

OhioBobcats.com: The team has a pretty big fan base, mostly parents who travel and are at all the games, including your dad. How important is it to have that kind of support, especially as a freshman?
Kemezis: When I was in high school and in summer ball, my dad was at 99% of my games, and most of the time had to rearrange his work schedule to see me play. Now that I'm nine hours from home he won't be able to see me a whole lot. But when he is there, I feel the support that I'm used too. It gives me a sense of something familiar in an otherwise foreign situation. But even when my parents can't make it to the games, having the other girl's parents definitely constitutes as support.

OhioBobcats.com: You got to start for the first time against Kent State last weekend, how do you feel about that, and what was going through your head before the game?
Kemezis: I didn't think I would be starting, but I was preparing myself to be ready in case something happened. But after warmups Coach Matyuch told me I was going to be starting in rightfield, and what she expected of me. I focused on what she wanted of me, and the big thing that was running through my mind was always take the first step back.

OhioBobcats.com: I know that as a team, everyone has specific roles, what would you say your role is and why?
Kemezis: I believe my role is a utility player. I am able to play outfield, pinch hit, catch, run bases, and for a brief second, almost play first. My ability to stay aware of the situations and all the adjustments that have been going on through the game allow me to be versatile.

OhioBobcats.com: How have you adjusted to college life?
Kemezis: I started to adjust to college life before I even got here. During the summer, I allowed myself to not be so dependant on my parents for everything, and it made an easier transition once I was really away from them. As for the academic side, my high school prepared me very well for the work load and time management.

OhioBobcats.com: How have you transitioned from life in New Jersey to life in Athens?
Kemezis: Life in New Jersey is very different from life in Athens. AT home, I have five major shopping malls within 15 minutes of my house, but here in Athens, the closest mall is 45 minutes away! It is very relaxed out here compared to back home. But with softball, I feel a sense of home because I'm constantly moving from class to practice to studying. I enjoy the weekends when we aren't in season because it allows me to slow down and catch up with just having fun.

OhioBobcats.com: What do you do in your down time?
Kemezis: Most of the time I'm playing Guitar Hero with Jordan (Paden) and Mel (Bonner). Recently I got Rock Band, so we just spend time playing video games. Also I read and hang out with some of my non-softball friends.

OhioBobcats.com: What is your favorite hang-out spot on campus?
Kemezis: My favorite hang-out spot would have to be my room. Mel and I have a futon and one of the bigger rooms for a double, so there is room to sit and relax and hang out with everyone.

OhioBobcats.com: Last but not least, what is the correct pronunciation of your last name?
Kemezis: That's a question I get all the time. To spell it out phonetically, it's Kamesis.

April 7, 2008

OhioBobcats.com: The Bobcats swept Dayton last week in the season's home opener. How did it feel to play at home for the first time and post back-to-back wins?
Kemezis: It felt great to open up with wins against Dayton. It's important to always start off strong anywhere you are, especially in the first home games of the year. Everyone was excited to finally step out onto our field, in front of our crowd, and show everyone how hard we've been working.

OhioBobcats.com: The team has a pretty big fan base, mostly parents who travel and are at all the games, including your dad. How important is it to have that kind of support, especially as a freshman?
Kemezis: When I was in high school and in summer ball, my dad was at 99% of my games, and most of the time had to rearrange his work schedule to see me play. Now that I'm nine hours from home he won't be able to see me a whole lot. But when he is there, I feel the support that I'm used too. It gives me a sense of something familiar in an otherwise foreign situation. But even when my parents can't make it to the games, having the other girl's parents definitely constitutes as support.

OhioBobcats.com: You got to start for the first time against Kent State last weekend, how do you feel about that, and what was going through your head before the game?
Kemezis: I didn't think I would be starting, but I was preparing myself to be ready in case something happened. But after warmups Coach Matyuch told me I was going to be starting in rightfield, and what she expected of me. I focused on what she wanted of me, and the big thing that was running through my mind was always take the first step back.

OhioBobcats.com: I know that as a team, everyone has specific roles, what would you say your role is and why?
Kemezis: I believe my role is a utility player. I am able to play outfield, pinch hit, catch, run bases, and for a brief second, almost play first. My ability to stay aware of the situations and all the adjustments that have been going on through the game allow me to be versatile.

OhioBobcats.com: How have you adjusted to college life?
Kemezis: I started to adjust to college life before I even got here. During the summer, I allowed myself to not be so dependant on my parents for everything, and it made an easier transition once I was really away from them. As for the academic side, my high school prepared me very well for the work load and time management.

OhioBobcats.com: How have you transitioned from life in New Jersey to life in Athens?
Kemezis: Life in New Jersey is very different from life in Athens. AT home, I have five major shopping malls within 15 minutes of my house, but here in Athens, the closest mall is 45 minutes away! It is very relaxed out here compared to back home. But with softball, I feel a sense of home because I'm constantly moving from class to practice to studying. I enjoy the weekends when we aren't in season because it allows me to slow down and catch up with just having fun.

OhioBobcats.com: What do you do in your down time?
Kemezis: Most of the time I'm playing Guitar Hero with Jordan (Paden) and Mel (Bonner). Recently I got Rock Band, so we just spend time playing video games. Also I read and hang out with some of my non-softball friends.

OhioBobcats.com: What is your favorite hang-out spot on campus?
Kemezis: My favorite hang-out spot would have to be my room. Mel and I have a futon and one of the bigger rooms for a double, so there is room to sit and relax and hang out with everyone.

OhioBobcats.com: Last but not least, what is the correct pronunciation of your last name?
Kemezis: That's a question I get all the time. To spell it out phonetically, it's Kamesis.