Noah Pauley might not be too certain about his post-college plans (see below), but the same can't be said about his immediate football future. The University of Minnesota Duluth senior wide receiver knows exactly what his wants to do in that regard -- make a return this December to Florence, Ala., where two years ago he and his Bulldog mates walked off with the NCAA Division II Championship trophy.
Pauley, who started in that 2008 title game against Northwest Missouri State University, has been a fixture with the UMD pass catching brigade since first hitting the field as a true freshman in 2007. The Duluth Central High School alumnus needs just nine more receiving yards to reach the 1,000-yard career and 15 catches to hit the century mark.
As for the designs of getting another shot at the NCAA II crown? Although there is still plenty of football to be played, it's so far, so good for Pauley and company as they are off to a 3-0 overall start this fall and hold down the No. 1 spot in this week's D2Football.com Poll.
HIS FAVORITES
Opponent: St. Cloud State
Opponent Stadium: Al F. Caniglia Field (Nebraska-Omaha)
Road Trip: Florence, Ala.
Professional Athlete: Nick Punto
Professional Team: Minnesota Twins
Pastime: Golfing
College Course: Intro. to College Learning (with Pam Griffin)
Actor or Actress: Johnny Depp
Movie: Elf
Book (Author): I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell (Tucker Max)
Television Show: Entourage
Singer or Group: O.A.R
Food: Fun Dogs
Restaurant: The UMD Dining Center
Video Game: Tiger Woods
Web Site: D2Football.com
PERSONALLY SPEAKING
Why I Chose UMD: The coaching staff and it was close to home.
First Played Competitive Football: In the 7th grade
Football Strength/Weakness: My quickness/ My size.
Game Day Ritual: I make sure to pray
Most Memorable Football Moment: Winning the 2008 NCAA Division II championship
Pet Peeve: Joe Doherty
My First Job: I worked in the lockeroom at Northland Country Club when I was 17
Person I'd Most Like to Meet: LeBron James
What Most People Don't Know About Me: I was born in St. Louis, MO.
Biggest Fear: Losing a family memeber
Best Player I've Ever Faced: The 2008 UMD defense in practice
Advice to a Young Athlete: You have to look good and feel good to play good.
If I Could Change One Thing About Myself: I'd be taller
Something I Never Leave Home Without: My wit and charm
Sport I'd Like to Try Someday: Polo
Influences On My Athletic Career: My family and friends
Post-UMD Plans: It's not looking good...
