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Chris Van Reusen

March 21, 2002 by Pepperdine Graphic

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

SPORT:  Volleyball
YEAR: Senior
HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6-5, 215 lbs.
HOMETOWN: Huntington Beach, Calif.

WHAT HE DID …

Fondly known as Reus by his friends and teammates, Chris has been dominating the middle for the No. 2 Waves lately with fantastic matches against Long Beach and UC San Diego this past weekend.

Against the 49ers, Reus hit .818 with nine kills and no errors on 11 attempts. He also added three blocks on the night.

The team captain stepped up Saturday night against the Tritons by hitting a blistering .600 with six kills on 10 attempts and one solo block.

This four-year starter is currently ninth in the nation in blocking, and 16th in hitting percentage. He is second on the Waves in blocks with 1.25 per game.

At Edison High School in Huntington Beach, Chris played soccer and volleyball for the Chargers.

FAVORITE MOVIE

“The Princess Bride”

IN HIS CD PLAYER …

“Pharmhouse” by Phish

OFF THE COURT …

When Reus isn’t working on his teaching credential and physical education major, he likes to play frisbee golf, beach volleyball and bodyboarding.

WHAT HE’S GOT TO SAY …

When asked for a quote, Chris cited one of his favorite actors, Bill Murray, from his role in the movie “Stripes.”

“Chicks dig me ‘cause I rarely wear underwear and when I do it’s usually exotic.” There’s something to think about.

March 21, 2002

Filed Under: Sports

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