Q: What was your favorite part of playing for Rutgers?
A: My favorite part of playing for Rutgers was the opportunity to play for Coach Theresa Grentz. She recruited me to play for her at St. Joe’s and when she took the Rutgers position in August, I followed. Growing up in a Philadelphia suburb, I was awed by her accomplishments as a player, and I wanted the opportunity to learn from her. I am also proud that my sister, Carol, chose to continue her athletic and academic career at Rutgers. For eight consecutive seasons, there was Glutz sister on the team wearing #25. While we never played together because we are four years apart, we shared a special basketball connection as we played with some of the same teammates. Our parents, who were a two-hour drive away, spent those eight years in the stands rooting for the Scarlet Knights. It doesn’t get better than that.
Q: How did Rutgers help prepare you for life after basketball?
A: My time at Rutgers prepared me for life after basketball because the characteristics that come with being a student-athlete directly transfer into most careers. The ability to effectively manage your time, work collaboratively for a common goal and be driven to achieve success are the hallmarks of professionalism and workplace success. I am a firm believer that successful student-athletes become successful professionals because of these traits.
Q: What are you most excited about for the future of Rutgers Women’s Basketball?
A: I am most excited about the renewed energy level that is a part of the program under head coach Coquese Washington. I am excited that she has prioritized linking the program past with the present. It is exciting to watch these student-athletes play and create a new chapter in Rutgers women’s basketball history.
Q: What does it mean to you to be an alumni of such a historic program?
A: Rutgers women’s basketball has such a storied history. I am grateful that I was able to play a role in establishing a culture of pride, success and community during the early days of the program. Watching the growth of the program, not only the women’s basketball program, but programs for all women in sports, demonstrates the commitment of the University to provide student-athletes with the resources and support that promotes success in both academic and athletic arenas.
Q: What the biggest lesson you took away from your time at Rutgers?
A: The biggest lesson for me is that you are always connected to your Rutgers roots. I will forever be associated with Rutgers and the Rutgers women’s basketball Program. It gives me great pride to continue to be identified with the University and to promote Rutgers as a top institution with a high caliber athletic program. The Rutgers network is far reaching as alumni continue to represent the State University throughout their lives.
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