Kevin Welsh
Elms College freshman men's volleyball player Kevin Welsh (Wilbraham, Mass.) was selected as this week's male student athlete spotlight.
A special needs education major at Elms, Welsh completed his first season as a member of the Blazers' men's volleyball program in the spring of 2011.
Welsh dished out 183 assists as Elms' primary setter through the first nine matches of the 2011 season before injury sidelined him for the duration of the campaign. Welsh, who averaged 6.10 assists per set, handed out a collegiate-career best 38 helpers in a 3-0 sweep of Lesley University. He also added seven kills, five service aces and 38 digs in his debut season for the Blazers.
Briefly describe your favorite sports moment (playing or as a fan):
My favorite sports moment was attending the 2010 National Basketball Association (NBA) Draft in New York City.
Who has been your biggest influence in sports and why:
My biggest influence has been my parents because they always encourage me whether I win or lose.
Why did you choose to attend Elms College:
Where is your favorite place to travel and why:
My favorite place to travel to is Cape Cod because I love the beach and the relaxing atmosphere.
Where is the one place you would like to travel to in the future and why:
I'd like to travel to California to play awesome beach volleyball.
What is your favorite sports book or movie:
Mountains or Ocean
Beach or Pool
Hot Dogs and Hamburgers
Steak and Chicken
Movies or Books