Jimmy Hague: Standing Tall

The 2017 Big Ten Goalkeeper of the Year, Jimmy Hague, continues to thrive in his senior year. Standing at 6-4, Hague is certainly a force to be reckoned with in net for the Spartans as he is known for his spectacular saves.

This season Hague currently leads the Big Ten in save percentage with .826 and has recorded seven shutouts. His 25 career shutouts place him second-all time in the Spartan books, behind Zach Bennett who played keeper from 2012-2015.

The Walled Lake, Michigan native, grew up playing center back and splitting the goalie position with one of his best friends. Hague recalls that he took over the position for the rest of his career because he was tall.
Looking back and remembering these days, Hague fondly thinks of his dad as his first coach. His family has remained supportive of his soccer career and has come to almost every game during his career at MSU and traveled during his club days as well.

Hague has come up big for his team, making saves and preventing the opposition from scoring. He has pursued this position with a lot of hard work and dedication.
"I started out being the fourth or fifth-string keeper," expressed Hague. "Working hard every day in training and getting to the point where I am now is the coolest part."
Staying mentally and physically prepared is key to success in the net.

"I approach every game the same way. I remain calm and focused. I get stretched out and loosen up before each game," said Hague.
Playing goalie has its moments where the pressure builds, and all eyes are on the net. The response to the pressure is a testament to a strong character which Hague exudes, along with the ability to execute during those times.

For Hague, response to this pressure is remaining level and not getting too high or low.
"I remain in the middle, not getting crazy, staying poised, knowing I am capable of making the big plays for my team," said Hague.
Hague has made a name for himself, by defending DeMartin Stadium, earning his way by never giving up and focusing on being the starting keeper. He waited for it, worked hard for it, and seized every opportunity.

Hague wants to be remembered by his teammates, fans and supporters as someone that came in worked hard and made this team better.
As his career at MSU comes to an end he reflects on the time as a Spartan. Hague says, "There's no specific moment in my career, just the whole journey in itself. Goalies are pretty cool, you can help your team when they are struggling, and be the backbone when your team is doing very well."
Hague realizes the importance of wearing the Spartan Green and White.

"It's a huge role, and one I don't take for granted at all."

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