Pete, the Panther
Q & A with Pete the Panther
Q: When were you born?
A: I was born in June 25, 1925.
Q: What is your favorite sport to play?
A: I love playing soccer there is just something I love about chasing a ball around.
Q: What is your favorite sport to attend?
A: I love going to the football games, everyone wants to take pictures with me! (I feel so popular)
Q: What was your favorite memory from the 2015 year?
A: I was able to dance with the cheer team at Homecoming! I got to show off my moves it was so great! Also, celebrating a SCIAC title with the men’s basketball team. No better feeling than winning a championship!
Q: What scares you the most?
A: When people bring dogs to the Chapman stadium. Don’t they know dogs and I don’t get along? Plus, we have a brand new field and it’s not meant for dogs. We try to keep the field in prime condition for our student-athletes and me, of course!
Q: What’s your favorite hobby?
A: I enjoy dancing, prowling cheering our teams on to victory and mingling.
Q: How did finals go for you this year?
A: They went great! I got a 4.0 in leadership, spirit and athletics. The hardest part was waiting in line at Starbucks.
Q: What is your favorite place on campus?
A: Well, nothing really beats the piazza in the afternoon on a spring day. The best is Spring Sizzle! But the new Musco Center is GORGEOUS! I love it when I get to go in there! Of course, it’s always a good time at Chapman Stadium on a nice fall Saturday night!
Q: How will you spend your summer?
A: You can find me in the gym and staying in shape to keep cheering on our teams next year. When I’m not working out, I think I will be spending my time lounging around by the pool (not in it of course…you know how I feel about water).
Q: What is your goal for next year?
A: You mean in addition to winning more SCIAC titles? My goal for next year is to have everyone follow me and my fellow Panthers on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter...@ChapmanSports, just in case you were wondering
Q: Anything you want to add Pete?
A: Shout out to President Doti for his dedicated time, effort and spirit to CU! I’ll keep making you proud Doti promise!
Pete the Panther honored as Panther of the Year
Pete the Panther was named Panther of the Year for the 90th consecutive year! Pete led the Panthers to four playoff appearances, three SCIAC Championship contests and two NCAA playoff appearances. This year Pete showed unparalleled efforts appearing at water polo, soccer, basketball and football games this season. For the first time in school history Pete even made a special guest appearance in the Chapman Cheer team’s performance during halftime of homecoming. Pete continues to show extraordinary pride and spirt and all athletic events and other events around campus while maintaining perfect attendance and a stellar 4.0 GPA. This year Pete was involved with Dan Steele’s Fundraiser, Career Development, Spring Sizzle, International Affairs, opening of Musco Center, homecoming and commencement weekend. Pete continues to be CU’s pride and joy while dominating the SCIAC in mascot leadership and spirt!