Florida Atlantic University Athletics
Owl Letters - Anne-Catherine Wasser
5/18/2020 12:55:00 PM | Women's XC/Track & Field
Collegiate athletics came to a halt in mid-March. With social distancing, remote work schedules and the inability to gather to cheer on our favorite teams, came a void. The void of seeing our favorite teams compete; the void of watching our favorite student-athletes grow and improve.
Florida Atlantic athletics recognizes that void and has seized the opportunity by providing an opportunity for fans to get to know the FAU athletes and coaches in a series called "Owl Letters." It is just one of the #WinningInParadise series that FAUSports.com will bring to you, our loyal fans.
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Dear Track and Field,
When I first met you, I was four years old, I would have never thought that you would play such a big role in my life. I didn't take you too seriously in the beginning. I just enjoyed exercising, being outside and meeting my friends. And luckily, these aspects haven't changed. However, my ambition grew, and I soon started competing in track, as well as field, events. I like the diversity and effect that tapes and clocks don't lie. My events changed, the days of training and intensity of workouts increased, the meets became bigger and through it all my love for you remained the same.
At the end of high school, you opened a door to a life that I would have never imagined. You gave me the opportunity to study and train at Florida Atlantic University and compete all over the U.S. Of course, you have caused me some frustrations, in the form of bad days or injuries. But you also showed me that with a positive mindset and determination, I can overcome any hurdle. You taught me a strong work ethic, dedication, focus and perseverance – attributes that have carried over into all aspects of my life. You also introduced me to some of my closest friends. My teammates and competitors made practices and meets fun.
This leads us to a thank-you letter. Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the past years. Thank you to all the coaches who have pushed me to be the best I can be and for always believing in me. And last but not least, thank you Track and Field. I would not be the person I am without you. I have really enjoyed the ride together and cannot wait to see what the future has in store for us.
Love Always,
Anne-Catherine
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Alex Smolka - April 10, 2020
Rosa Barnak - April 13, 2020
Alice McCall - April 15, 2020
Bobby Morgensen - April 17, 2020
Kelsey Witkay - April 20, 2020
John McCormack - April 22, 2020
Amanda Leslie -  April 24, 2020
Wilfredo Alvarez - April 27, 2020
Ryan Jamison - April 29, 2020
Arielle Keating - May 1, 2020
Sami Williams - May 4, 2020
Capri Grotowski - May 6, 2020
Erica Brok - May 8, 2020
May Kimhi - May 11, 2020
Ricardo Gonzalez - May 13, 2020
Kim Egozi - May 15, 2020
Anne-Catherine Wasser - May 28, 2020
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Florida Atlantic athletics recognizes that void and has seized the opportunity by providing an opportunity for fans to get to know the FAU athletes and coaches in a series called "Owl Letters." It is just one of the #WinningInParadise series that FAUSports.com will bring to you, our loyal fans.
Â
Dear Track and Field,
When I first met you, I was four years old, I would have never thought that you would play such a big role in my life. I didn't take you too seriously in the beginning. I just enjoyed exercising, being outside and meeting my friends. And luckily, these aspects haven't changed. However, my ambition grew, and I soon started competing in track, as well as field, events. I like the diversity and effect that tapes and clocks don't lie. My events changed, the days of training and intensity of workouts increased, the meets became bigger and through it all my love for you remained the same.
At the end of high school, you opened a door to a life that I would have never imagined. You gave me the opportunity to study and train at Florida Atlantic University and compete all over the U.S. Of course, you have caused me some frustrations, in the form of bad days or injuries. But you also showed me that with a positive mindset and determination, I can overcome any hurdle. You taught me a strong work ethic, dedication, focus and perseverance – attributes that have carried over into all aspects of my life. You also introduced me to some of my closest friends. My teammates and competitors made practices and meets fun.
This leads us to a thank-you letter. Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the past years. Thank you to all the coaches who have pushed me to be the best I can be and for always believing in me. And last but not least, thank you Track and Field. I would not be the person I am without you. I have really enjoyed the ride together and cannot wait to see what the future has in store for us.
Love Always,
Anne-Catherine
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Previous Letters
Jolie Duffner - April 8, 2020Alex Smolka - April 10, 2020
Rosa Barnak - April 13, 2020
Alice McCall - April 15, 2020
Bobby Morgensen - April 17, 2020
Kelsey Witkay - April 20, 2020
John McCormack - April 22, 2020
Amanda Leslie -  April 24, 2020
Wilfredo Alvarez - April 27, 2020
Ryan Jamison - April 29, 2020
Arielle Keating - May 1, 2020
Sami Williams - May 4, 2020
Capri Grotowski - May 6, 2020
Erica Brok - May 8, 2020
May Kimhi - May 11, 2020
Ricardo Gonzalez - May 13, 2020
Kim Egozi - May 15, 2020
Anne-Catherine Wasser - May 28, 2020
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