Meet the Mystics - Seven McHatten
Meet Seven McHatten, a fourth-year member of the women's volleyball team.
Name: Seven McHatten
Year of Eligibility: 4th
Home Town: Charlottetown, PEI
Major: Psychology
How long have you been playing volleyball?
Since I was 11 years old
Did you play any other sports growing up?
Gymnastics
Why did you come to the Mount?
I came to the Mount because of the community and culture here, along with smaller classes giving you a better opportunity to make connections with your professors and classmates.
What is the most memorable moment in your career so far?
Winning the 2021-22 ACAA championship in my first year!
How would you describe your time with the team so far?
It is super fun and rewarding. I have made so many friendships from my team which will be lifelong friendships.
What's your favourite quote?
If you never try, you'll never know
What do you like to do for fun?
I love to travel and I love music and art too!
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Chicken parm
Do you have any hidden talents?
I can play the piano by ear
If you could turn any activity into an Olympic sport, what would you win gold in?
Smiling
What's a surprising thing on your bucket list?
Skydiving
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Mental Skills Coach - I would like to help athletes mentally and physically. Bryan (Fader) has been a huge inspiration for me as to why I chose the career path I did. I would also like to start coaching teams down the road as well
What’s another sport you'd like to try?
Rugby
What's your favourite post-game meal?
Steak and mashed potatoes
What’s your dream vacation destination?
The Maldives
If you could switch lives with one person for a day, who would it be?
Taylor Swift
What’s your go-to karaoke song?
Party in the USA, Miley Cyrus
What’s the weirdest food combination you’ve ever tried?
Mac and cheese mixed with tuna and cream of chicken soup
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to aspiring athletes?
Never give up, and have the “I get to” mentality
Favourite food? Tacos
Favourite professional athlete? Lexi Rodriguez
Pancakes or waffles? Waffles
Would you rather travel to the past or the future? Future
Coffee or tea? Coffee
Phone call or text? Phone call
City or country? Country