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Getting to Know Freshman Shane Sellar
10/18/2016 12:56:00 PM | Men's Ice Hockey
Leading up to the 2016-17 season, DartmouthSports.com will be taking a closer look at the 11-member Class of 2020 making their Big Green debut this fall.
Shane Sellar started the 2015-16 year playing for the Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL), but was traded in early February to the Janesville Jets (NAHL). In his short time with the Jets, Sellar played in a total of 19 games, registering 15 points. Prior to juniors, Shane played prep hockey at the Canterbury School for three years. His team earned a berth in the NEPSA Small School Tournament during his junior year. As a senior, he captained the Saints and at year's end was recognized for his leadership and overall commitment when he received the Coaches Award. Shane also experienced considerable success through USA Hockey as he has participated in four Select Festivals. In 2014-15, while playing split-season AAA Midgets for the Connecticut Junior Wolfpack, he won a Connecticut Hockey Conference Championship. That title earned the Wolfpack a bid to the Tier 1 Nationals, where they went on to win a National Championship at the U18 Level.
What made you pick Dartmouth?
I choose to come to Dartmouth because when I walked on campus for my visit, I immediately felt at home. I knew right away that Dartmouth was where I wanted to go. The facilities were like no other and the atmosphere surrounding the hockey team was first class. The chance to attend a prestigious college and have the opportunity to play was something I couldn't pass on.
What's your most memorable moment in hockey thus far?
My most memorable moment in hockey so far was winning a national championship with the Connecticut WolfPack.
What are some other sports you played growing up and how did that help you in hockey?
Growing up, besides playing hockey, I played baseball, golf and I ran track and cross country. Playing other sports allowed me to be versatile and not just specialize in one sport. The time spent playing other sports gave me a chance to forget about hockey for a few months and it made me eager to get back to playing the game when the season came around.
What is your favorite sports team?
My favorite sports team is the Colorado Avalanche. The first time I ever saw the Stanley Cup was in 2001 when Colorado won it and they brought the cup to Hershey, who at the time was their AHL affiliate and ever since, they have been my favorite team.
If you could visit one place in the world, where would it be?
If I could visit one place in the world, it would be Italy. I have always wanted to tour Rome and the Vatican and I have heard the food there is like no other.
Where is your favorite place that you have already visited?
My favorite place that I have already visited is Stockholm, Sweden.
Dogs or cats?
Dogs.
Who was your favorite player growing up?
My favorite player growing up was Joe Sakic. Once he retired my favorite player became Matt Duchene.
Why did you go the route of playing in college rather than some of the other options that are available for players your age?
Ever since I was a kid, I always wanted to play college hockey and I never really thought about going any other route. The thought of being able to be a student-athlete was second to none. I grew up putting school before hockey and being about to combine a top-notch education and hockey program, I couldn't ask for anything else
What was your recruiting experience like?
My recruiting experience was very first class. It was a day I will never forget. When I came to visit, that night Dartmouth was playing Princeton and it was the tennis ball game. To see that tradition was unbelievable. When I left campus, I knew Dartmouth was where I wanted to go.
Any pre-game meals or rituals you have to have?
My pre-game meal is always pasta with chicken. For pre-game rituals, I always put the left side of my equipment on first.
You can have a meal with any three people in history, who are they?
1) Viktor E. Frankl. The book he wrote, “Man's Search for Meaning” is my favorite book and it would be interesting to here some of the stories he has gone through.
2) Abraham Lincoln. One of the most successful presidents we have had and to hear his stories about leading the country through the Civil War would be fascinating.
3) Ralph Waldo Emerson. His essay “Self Reliance” was one of my favorites pieces of literature I read in high school and it would be interesting to get his take on society and becoming the best individual I could.
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