A photo of Mount Kahtahdin in Maine
Hi, my name is Liam Morrison. I currently attend
The Massachusetts Academy of Math and Science (Mass Academy).
I previously attended The Bromfield School
from grades six through 10 in my hometown of Harvard, MA. I was born on the coast of Maine in
Rockland, but my family soon moved to Harvard. My family includes my older sister Fiona, mom,
dad, and dog Zoe. Fiona shares my love of the outdoors, perhaps even to a greater extent than I.
She has danced classical ballet all her life. My mom, a social worker, has always nurtured my love
of soccer and baking. My dad, a professor at Assumption University located very near Mass Academy,
showed me and my sister the wonders of the outdoors during many incredible trips throughout our early years.
Last but not least is our dear dog Zoe. Though she has a questionable amount of intelligence, we love her all the same.
Soccer: I have played soccer for as long as I can remember. It has always
been a positive outlet for me to work out my energy, get fit, and to hang out with friends. Only recently
did I become serious about playing. Attending The Bromfield School, which encompasses grades six -12,
made it possible for me to join the junior varsity high school team while in middle school.
Playing with older teammates and against bigger and faster opponents kindled a love for the sport.
In 9th grade I was invited to join the varsity team, which at that point had won the MIAA state
championship twice in a row. Our team had another amazing run and won for a third time. Thankfully I am allowed to keep playing for the
Bromfield Trojans while attending Mass Academy. This fall (2021) our team had a fourth run at a
championship. I am happy to say that we are keeping the streak alive as the 2021 Division 5 State
Champions! I hope to continue next year as a senior and keep our place as one of the best soccer teams
in Massachusetts. Bromfield boys’ soccer players have a tradition. Once the team earns a place in the
state tournament, we get matching haircuts in keeping with the school mascot, The Trojan. You can see
in the photo to the left how we looked during our last tournament. Hopefully we’ll all be getting similar
cuts next year down on Depot Field in Harvard, MA. Stay tuned for an update!
Music: I have played various instruments over the years none of which I consistently
play now. I began with Piano as we had one in our house and found the sounds my sister
played enjoyable. I soon moved onto guitar and took lessons for five years. Now I only
pick it up occasionally along with the ukulele. In 6th grade I joined the concert band
and played trumpet. I went to a small school so when my instructor asked me to switch to
euphonium I felt inclined to do so. I played up until I left for Mass Academy where I unfortunately
do not have much time for music. I still enjoy music in general and relearning an instrument from
time to time is a great afternoon.
Track and field: I have not been doing track for nearly
as long as I have been doing soccer, yet it is my preferred sport. I tried it out
in 7th grade and was immediately hooked when I began pole-vaulting. I then promptly
broke my wrist, halting my career until the year after. In 8th grade I added hurdling
to my repertoire and quickly gained experience. I was able to attend the 2019 New
Balance Nationals event and I came in 18th for my age group. I remember it as one
of my favorite track meets ever and further convincing myself that I would continue with this new sport.
Now I compete in many events hoping to try a decathalon this spring but my favorites include the 110 meter hurdles, the pole vault,
and the discus.
Being outdoors: I love being outdoors and many hobbies stem from this. From camping,
hiking, swimming and kayaking to just leisurely chilling in a hammock with a good book,
it's always been a calming place for me. I enjoy day trips on the weekends to longer
trips over the summer. One of my favorite hikes of all time is climbing Mt. Katahdin in
Baxter State Park.
It is 5,269 ft tall which is relatively small, but it's a beautiful hike while
also being pretty technical taking my friends and I almost 12 hours to complete.
Baking and cooking: Although very casual,
I enjoy baking and cooking whenever I have the extra time.
I also think it's a very important life skill, therefore I can
bake a cake and feel good about myself. In all seriousness,
it is very satisfying to complete a recipe and have it come out well.
Cooking with friends is even better. The product may be unrecognizable
but its much more fun. Seen here is a soup I made that turned out surprisingly
well for all the chaos that ensued. One of my favorite treats of all time is
pumpkin bread. My recipe is super simple and almost everyone loves it. Try it yourself here!
For my junior year community service, I mostly volunteered at Fivesparks.
Fivesparks is community arts center whose goal is to provide equal access and opportunities to broaden our
communities cultural and social experiences. I have various roles, but I primarily welcome anyone who comes
into the building and assist them as needed. I also help set up exhibits, working with the artists to create the
ideal experience for any visitors, and I set up events such as art classes or local concerts.
Future Community Service: This summer I plan to continue with Fivesparks as well as start other service projects.
Currently, I have been planning with a a few friends and mentors a trip to Cape Town, South Africa, to host, organize, and fund a soccer
camp for students during their July break. This project is still in the planning phase but we are working with the non-profit
LifeZone to make it a reality.
