Emma Pacifico is the daughter of Ralph Pacifico, an assistant coach for the Montclair State University Red Hawks football team. Sports Illustrated columnist Peter King mentioned Emma in his September 15, 2008, collection of random thoughts. King told Emma, "If you think fifth grade is hard, wait till you get to sixth."Peter King (SI.com): MMQB (September 15, 2008)

"Good to be with you the other day, Red Hawks of Montclair State, and to experience your sidelines for a half Saturday. Those are some ratty haircuts you guys have. And congrats on your first win of the season, 13-6 over Wilkes. You're doing a heck of a job, Ralph Pacifico."Peter King (SI.com): MMQB (September 15, 2008)

"By the way, Emma Pacifico, if you think fifth grade is hard, wait till you get to sixth."Peter King (SI.com): MMQB (September 15, 2008)