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Defensive end Fred Hale tackles leadership role
By D.J. Haurin Staff writer
Defense
wins championships. Coaches across the nation preach this to every team. Mercyhurst College football is no different. Although a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference championship has yet to come Mercyhurst’s way, the team’s defense has won some big games during the past few seasons. Senior Fred Hale has led this defensive attack the past two seasons.
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Hale became a regular his sophomore year, starting every game at defensive end. He kept his performance level high and earned the starting job again in 2009. Now, at the start of his senior year, Hale is playing at his highest level as one of the key leaders on defense. “I see myself as a leader. I try to lead by example by always working hard and trying to
do right,” Hale said. The “right” path on the field has sent success Hale’s way since 2008. Last year, Hale recorded a career high 41 tackles, 13.5 of which were for a loss of a combined 50 yards. Hale is off to a flying start in 2010, already recording 15 tackles.
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