KUTZTOWN, Pa. – During the summer months, Kutztown athletics takes a break from competition. So, what do Golden Bear student-athletes like to do in their down time? Over the next month, we will be catching up with some KU Golden Bears.
 
Olivia Smelas (Jim Thorpe, Pa./Jim Thorpe) – Women's Basketball – Senior
 
What is your favorite thing about summer?
- The temperature and being able to see my family all the time.
 
What is your favorite thing to do during the summer?
- My favorite thing to do tan and swim.
 
Favorite vacation spot you've been to? One place you haven't been to yet, but would like to?
- My favorite spot is Outer Banks and I would love to go to Hawaii.
 
What have you been up to/current plans this summer from a sport perspective?
- I will continue to be in the gym and also lifting to have a strong senior year.
 
What's a song you can jam out to that makes you feel like it's summer?
- "No Fear," by Dej Loaf.
 
What do you miss about KU during the summer months?
- I miss seeing all of my friends.
 
Favorite place to be on campus when it's a nice, sunny and warm day?
- I like being on the Keystone Field turf to get some sun.
 
Favorite summer dessert/treat?
- Vanilla ice cream with gummy bears!
 
Favorite way to keep cool during the summer?
- My favorite way to keep cool is swimming.
 
Any summer traditions you do with friends/family that you enjoy?
- We always go to the Outer Banks and every Wednesday my friend and I go to the farmers market in the morning.
 
What do you look forward to most about returning to KU in August?
- Starting up my last year of school and basketball, excited to see my teammates and friends.