Corey Michael Tucker

--MOVED AWAY--

Nickname(s): None.

Age: 18. Corey's parents decided to enrol him late in kindergarten, so he's one of the oldest in his class.

Grade: Senior.

Birthday: April 6.

Appearance: Corey looks like a heartbreaker. He's an even six-feet tall with an athletic build and toned body. His hair is always kept a little on the shaggy side; it was blond when Corey was a child, but now it looks more like a light brown. Shades darker than this are his eyes, a rich chocolate brown in hue. Apparently it is the combination of Corey's dark eyes and bright smile that makes the girls swoon. Though he himself has never been able to understand it, the females of his grade are usually drawn to him. Perhaps it is the energy and intensity that seems to smoulder in the air around him.

Nothing about Corey's dressing style is abnormal. He prefers to be on the preppier end of the spectrum, and is often seen sporting American Eagle or Abercrombie. He never appears to be a pretty boy, though, for that label is one he carefully avoids. Always there is a hint of scruffiness in Corey's clothes. Sometimes it's a slightly wrinkled shirt, and other times it's a little stubble over his cheeks and chin. Luckily for Corey, he never seems dirty or repulsive; to the contrary, it only seems to add to his charm.

Personality: Above all, Corey is laid-back. After many years of worry, he has finally learned to relax and flow with the crowd. He is one to meld with the attitudes of his friends; since Corey's an athlete, this usually includes the "jock" crowd. Nevertheless, his confidence comes from self-approval, so he never looks to others to boost his ego. As a result, Corey's able to avoid the obnoxious cockiness so often associated with his ilk. That's not to say that he isn't known to be boastful around the "ladies." Corey has a natural knack for flirting and for speaking with people in general. He is certainly not above putting those skills to work for his benefit.

There is more depth to Corey than those pursuits, however. He has a brooding side that he largely keeps hidden from the world, though it surfaces occasionally as a distant stare in his eyes. Corey loves "classic rock" music, and listens to it incessantly. He's even picked up the guitar to play some of his favorite songs, though he's not particularly talented at it. Classic literature and classic movies are two other genres that Corey enjoys; that makes him somewhat of an anomaly among his friends. Additionally, though he'd deny it to the grave, Corey has a sensitive soul and is a true romantic at heart. He is endearingly sentimental and sweet to the people he holds closest to his heart.

Still, the overwhelming emotion that Corey experiences is confusion. He was deeply affected by his father's sudden departure from his life, perhaps moreso than any member of his family realizes. All through elementary school, Corey cried himself to sleep at night since he missed his father so much. This is when sports began to be nearly a religion for him; coaches provided the "male figure" in Corey's life and served as his role models and idols. Thus, although he was able to gain control of his emotions in recent years, Corey still feels like a piece of his life is missing. He harbors a secret and childish desire for his parents to remarry.

Corey channels all that upset energy into determination to make something of his life. He is one of the most focused and driven seniors at the high school, a quality that all who know him recognize in him. Corey never does something halfway, throwing himself wholeheartedly into any task. Corey has committed himself to getting good grades, so he has a 4.0 GPA in a schedule littered with Honors and APs. Corey has committed himself to being a good athlete, so he trains heavily through the off-season, including a running and weight-lifting regimen that is nearly suicidal. His mother, Amy, is credited largely with this personality trait of Corey's; she is the exact same way in her business life.

Family: Corey and his two siblings -- Blake (14) and Kelly (12) -- are the product of a single-parent home. They reside with their mother, Amy Fitzgerald, who divorced their alcoholic father, Andrew Tucker, when Corey was only six. Amy is the true illustration of the "modern working woman." In addition to raising her three children, she serves is a published fiction author and works fulltime as Town Attorney for Ridgefield. Her responsibilities range from advising the Town Board on legal matters to drafting legal documents to defending the town in all levels of the judicial system.

Their family is abnormal by Ridgefield standards, but still very happy. Corey is close to his siblings, and his mother teases him for "mother-henning." Blake, who is a freshman at Richmond this year, idolizes his big brother; for as long as he can remember, Corey has been his champion. Though Corey fosters a great relationship with Blake, he is especially protective of his younger sister, Kelly. She was a premature baby, so she's rather small for her age; additionally, Kelly has dyslexia, a condition that caused her to be teased and called "stupid" throughout elementary school. Corey was always there to dry her tears, and even had a few "chats" with the biggest bullies. She often jokes about what Corey will do once Kelly starts dating.

History: Corey and his two siblings were born in Washington DC. Their parents, Andrew and Amy, were a high-power pair inside the Beltway. Andrew, a product of New England "old money," was rising as a promising political figure, while Amy had her name known in the legal circles. Happiness for the couple was fleeting, however. Only months after the birth of their only daughter, Amy filed for divorce: her husband had been drinking and cheating too much for her taste. Nasty rumors and accusations flew between the two, but Amy won full custody of her children. Corey and his siblings have seen their father only a few times since then. Andrew is, however, very punctual with holiday and birthday cards.

The move to Ridgefield was a result of Amy's divorce. She had been raised in the small Michigan town, and decided it would be the perfect place for her children to grow up. Never one to fear a challenge, Amy put her career plans on hold and moved halfway across the country. Such a gamble proved success for the family, and they quickly and happily settled into Ridgefield. Corey has only faint memories of his previous life, and Blake and Kelly virtually none. All have grown roots in this region, including Amy, who rose from the ranks of an obscure local lawyer to serving as Town Attorney. She is actually the first woman to hold the position in Ridgefield.

Amy constantly challenged her children to be the best they could, and Corey took her words to heart. Since his first day of school, he has been a dedicated and passionate student with an above-average level of intelligence. Math and science courses come easily for him; writing proves a little more difficult, but with his self-discipline, he is able to achieve high marks in his English classes. Corey is equally accomplished on the athletic field, and is a four-year Varsity player in both soccer and lacrosse. The latter sport is his forte; last year, he was one of the top-ranked attack men in the section. Corey has already been contacted by several college scouts, and he hopes that an athletic scholarship will help defer college costs next year.

Neighborhood: Kensington - Though far from a palace, Corey's family's home is spacious
and attractive. It's a cheerful brick build with a rolling lawn and beautiful garden of roses alongside the garage. In addition, much to everyone's delight, a pool was installed in the backyard three summers ago.

Job: Vultures. He's held the job since the end of the junior year lacrosse season. It gets difficult balancing work with school and sports, but the tips prove a powerful incentive for Corey.

Vehicle: Silver 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Corey split the cost of the car with his mother for his birthday last winter. It had nearly 70k miles on it by the time of purchase, but Corey wouldn't complain; he was just glad to have a car.

Best Friend(s): Corey is friendly with everyone in the high school, as he cares little about social rank and status. He's closest to Ty Parker, as well as the guys he plays with on sports teams. There are few people Corey actually dislikes, though at the head of that list would be Jacob Moss. Corey and Jacob played lacrosse together last year, and Corey grew to dislike the senior intensely; he thinks of Jacob as an egotistical jackass absolutely devoid of any redeeming qualities.

Dating Status: Currently single. Always looking, but never really finding the "right girl." Surprisingly, Corey seems to want a more "serious" relationship than his high school counterparts; this is something he rarely confesses. Though he jokes around with the guys about an easy lay, Corey really wants a serious girl who he can always count on. His last relationship was a casual spring fling with Sloan Michaels, and he's only been dating casually since then.

Social Status: Corey enjoys a popular status at the high school, largely because of his participation on sports teams. Though not the "ruling class" of the high school, he's not many steps below, and has many friends at the elite social level.

Class Schedule:

1st Period- English Literature
2nd Period- AP Statistics
3rd Period- Physical Education
Morning Break
4th Period- French
5th Period- AP Physics
Lunch
6th Period- Art
7th Period- American History
8th Period- Honors Chemistry

Activities:

- Clubs: SADD, Peer Mediation, NHS
- Sports: Soccer, Lacrosse (Captain).

Other Information: Corey has a mild stutter; he's very sensitive about the subject. It was rather severe in his childhood, but in recent years it has become nearly unnoticeable. Usually the condition surfaces when he's angry or upset, essentially any occasion calling for extreme emotion.

Likes: Running. Working out. Sports, especially lacrosse. His music, particularly Eric Clapton and Counting Crows. His car, and cars much nicer than it. Flirting with girls. Be flirted with by girls. Cuddling and hugging. Reading crime fiction novels.

Dislikes: Arrogance. Nuts and cats (he's allergic). Science fiction/fantasy, including Harry Potter. Excessive drinking. Excess or fanaticism in anything. Hypocrisy, lying, manipulation.

Quote: "It makes me sad for the lonely people; I walked that road for so long..." - Eric Clapton