Spotlight: Michael Megafu, Men's Basketball
We bring back our popular summer feature giving you a more personal look at some of our student-athletes and staff members. Check back every Tuesday and Thursday for our next installment. (If any student-athletes would like to participate on a future spotlight, please e-mail amacapugay@sjcbears.com.)
Michael Megafu is a two-time USCAA Second Team All-American and three-time All-HVIAC honoree who helped lead the Bears to two USCAA National Championship appearances over his three-year career. After averaging 15.7 points and 10.0 rebounds per game this past season, the newly minted 1,000-point scorer will begin his senior campaign as the active Division III career leader in double-doubles (45) and rebounds (861). The rising senior who aspires to be a surgeon is also a two-time USCAA All-Academic Team selection (in both years eligible for the honor) and named to the Dean's List four times.
About you
Name/Number: Michael Megafu #15
Sport: Men's Basketball
Year: Senior
Position: Guard/Forward
I came to St. Joseph's because…
I loved the family-oriented atmosphere that was offered and also because of the persistence of the Doctor-Coach (aka Dr. Cygan).
Your major…
Biology Major & Chemistry Minor
Career goals after graduation…
I plan on going to medical school and becoming an orthopedic surgeon.
My dream job is…
To own a hospital called Megafu Medicals and practice there as a doctor.
Summer plans…
Study for my MCAT (Medical College Admission Test), Play basketball, and tutor.
A unique/interesting talent of mine…
I'm a musician.
Being a Bear...
Most memorable moment in a Bears/Lady Bears uniform…
It's been a couple moments, both individual and as a team. First was winning the HVIAC Championship in the 2013-2014 Basketball Season with my teammates. Second, was almost going undefeated at the Hill Center. Third, was the Senior Nights that I've been a part of from Rogo and Tommy, to Ian, Ortiz and Lugo, to Vern, Raul and Dave. Lastly, was getting my 1000th point with a dunk.
During my rookie season before the Pratt game, my coaches showed me an article with the kid that was competing with me for the HVIAC Rookie of the Year and told me that he was going to win it. It definitely got to me when I dunked on the kid on a fast break. (Sorry not Sorry)
I pray during the national anthem and make the sign of the cross in the circle before the jump ball.
Whatever the team listens to.
All the trips were good; when you have teammates like mine, you'll understand why.
Just to have a better season than my previous three years, host a Skyline playoff game at the Hill Center and to win a Skyline Conference title. Individually, I want to just improve in every area that I can, and do whatever I can to help my team win.
Favorite feature of The Hill Center…
The Basketball Court
When I found out The Hill Center was finally open, I…
I was screaming on the train and nearly dropped my phone on my way home.
Speed Round…
iPhone or Android… iPhone
LeBron, Kobe or Jordan… Not fair, LeBron's my favorite player, but obviously Jordan (the GOAT)
Yankees or Mets… Mets
Jets or Giants… Giants
Rangers or Islanders… Rangers
Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks… Dunkin Donuts
"Game of Thrones" or "Breaking Bad"… "Game of Thrones"
On being social media famous…
Number of…
Twitter followers: 347
Facebook friends: 1614
Instagram followers: 2371
The most likes you've received on an Instagram photo and what was the photo of?
I received 306 likes on a photo about me shooting a free throw against Lancaster Bible during Senior Night as a freshman.
Your favorites…
Favorite sports team(s)…
NHL: Rangers
NBA: LeBron James
NFL: Patriots
MLB: Mets
Favorite professional athlete (past or present) …
LeBron James
Favorite TV show…
Scandal
Favorite SJC Professor…
Dr. Hanophy
Favorite SJC Staff member…
Iris
Favorite quote/motto…
"Hardwork beats talent when talent doesn't work hard."
Final thoughts…
Anything you'd like to share with all the rest of the Bears family …
The Bears family is really comprised of talented athletes who have devoted their time and efforts to not only be the students that we are, but also to be athletes. I know we don't really get that much recognition at this level, but it is extremely tough to be a student-athlete, and I appreciate all the efforts that everyone has been doing to raise the prestige of this school and get the name of St. Joe's on the map. We are all family, I love every one you guys and I hope that we continually build on the successes that we have experienced these past years and make our school proud. #BearWitnessSJC