My name is Daniel Buck. I am currently a graduate student at Springfield College studying Strength & Conditioning. Prior to studying for my Masters degree I received my Bachelors degree in Exercise Science from Colby-Sawyer College in New London, NH where I played one year of varsity soccer as well as trying various other club sports such as lacrosse and volleyball. Since I was little I have always been interested in sports of all kinds and used to play tennis as well as being part of the equestrian team in my hometown. I also currently play ultimate Frisbee for Springfield College.
Entering college at Colby-Sawyer I was studying Athletic Training with the intent to head to chiropractic school upon finishing my degree. That changed after my rotation with the soccer team during my sophomore year which made me realize that I really wanted my career to focus on working with athletes. At this point I changed my major to Exercise Science but still had not figured out what direction I wanted my education to take me. It was not until I completed an internship working with the athletes at Boston University after my junior year of college that I decided strength and conditioning was what I really loved doing.
My reason for being at Northeastern this summer is obviously to work with a very well known school with a highly reputable program and learn from highly knowledgeable staff. I would also like to broaden my range of knowledge, learn about various coaching styles and programming philosophies, and make professional connections in the field. The act of coaching is also a strong focus of mine, as I would like to learn how to coach in a more proficient manner. Overall I would like to get as much experience and exposure as possible during my time here at Northeastern.