From: Carnegie, PA
Occupation: Personal Care Coordinator at a Retirement Community
Position: Lock, 8-man
Played Rugby Since: 2015
Birthday: December 13
Accolades/Accomplishments: 2017 MVP Slippery Rock Rugby, 2019 MVP Pittsburgh Forge, Current Match Secretary for the Forge
Previous teams: Slippery Rock Women’s Rugby Club, ARU Select Sides
Interview
Q : How did your rugby career begin, or how were you introduced to rugby?
A : My sophomore year of college I went out to a practice and never looked back
Q : What do love most about rugby?
A : The culture and inclusiveness. No matter where you go in the world you are always accepted by the rugby community.
Q : What would you like people to know about rugby who have never encountered the sport before?
A : No matter your size or experience level, if you want to join a culture full of constant support, friendship, and encouragement rugby is absolutely it. Where you will find forever friends, have the ability to travel, and love every second of it on and off the pitch.
Q : What is your favorite personal rugby moment?
A : Cherry blossom rugby tournament 2017. I went into the weekend with strep throat. We came in second place to UCONN and I scored 5 trys that weekend.
Q : What would your spirit animal be?
A : A raccoon. I have terrible sleep habits, eat garbage, but I’m also clever and a problem solver.
