The Gate October 2017 | Page 9

Defining Excellence “Kristine defines excellence because of Staff Spotlight: Danielle Jasiewicz the way she has learned over the last couple of years. I think her challenging point was to depend on a coach too much as a crutch. We had to educate her that in an individual sport, like in college or if she tries to be a professional, there’s not always going to be a coach. She has to be autonomous and learn for herself and I think she embraced that.” Position Senior House Parent Describe your role at BGGA? I live with the students and take care of their needs. – Kevin Smeltz BGGA Director of Instruction What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received? Do not stress about what you can’t control. What is your favorite home-cooked meal? Clam Chowder What is always stocked in your refrigerator? Lots of ice cream If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? On an island, outside of the Florida Keys Is there anything you are addicted to? Or can’t live without? I can’t live without Ice Cream What movie do you watch again and again? The Goonies Name: Kristine Yin From: China Grade: 12th Started at BGGA: Three years ago Where is your favorite place to travel and why? Back to Kentucky where I went to college. The mountains there are so beautiful and many of my friends live there. Why did you choose BGGA: Because of What’s one thing we don’t know about you? That I love to be outside doing anything adventurous, trying new things and seeing new places. Why do you play golf: Golf is the best Favorite sport besides golf? I love to run anywhere and everywhere. Favorite Golfer: Adam Scott the excellent coach and good facilities. Best part of your game: Putting sport Goals for the future: Playing college golf Fun facts about yourself: Always dressed up. Plays the violin. I want to be an artist.