Describe what it has meant to be a team captain (part of the leadership council) this season.
Being a team captain has given me a drive to be a positive role model for my teammates both inside the gym and outside of it.  I try to provide as much motivation, encouragement, and support for my teammates as I can.  I lead by example by displaying enthusiasm and love for the sport. 

After competing primarily on bars, beam and floor during your first two seasons, describe what it's been like competing as an all-arounder during the past two seasons.
Honestly, not much has changed.   I try to take one event at a time and focus on the event that I'm on. 

Talk about the team's approach as the regular season winds down and the ECAC and USAG championships near.
We are doing everything we can to make a comeback.  We have been meeting with our sports psychologist and making some changes to our assignments at practice.  We have been working extra hard in the gym and everyone seems more confident in this point of the season, so hopefully it pays off soon!

What is your most memorable moment with the W&M gymnastics team?
ECAC's last year! We had so much fun, yet we were still able to focus and pull together after a rough start.  Everyone was so focused on the team and just enjoying every moment of the meet.  I specifically remember laughing the entire time during our bar warm ups.

What is your favorite event and why?
Bars is my favorite event to practice.  Most people think this is weird, but I actually love doing bar routines and never get tired of them.  Floor is my favorite event to compete because I love to perform and throw in some improvisational dance moves. 

What is your least favorite event and why?
Vault, because it is over way too fast. 

What has been your proudest moment competing in gymnastics?
Last year at ECAC's we placed second as a team, and I placed third all-around and second on bars. 

What is the best advice you've ever received?
My parents both always remind me not to worry too much about the future and live life day by day and enjoy every moment. 

Of all your teammates, past and present, who have you learned the most from and why?
A past teammate, Lauren Jackson taught me a lot about competing with confidence and taking one event at a time.  She also taught me the lip gloss dance! As for current teammates, I have honestly learned so much from each of our five freshmen in different ways. 

What does Tribe Pride mean to you?
Tribe Pride means putting my team first in every way possible and always being there for my teammates.   It means cheering for everyone until I lose my voice.

Do you have any pre-meet rituals or superstitions?
I used to be really superstitious with my gymnastics when I was younger, but in college I have realized that wearing my hair curly or straight for a meet can have absolutely no effect on my gymnastics.  However, I do like to visualize before each routine, have Lindsey dance for me before my beam routine, and wear tons of glitter. 

Who has had the biggest impact on your gymnastics career?
My sister Megan is the reason I started gymnastics and she is my number one fan!

What do you enjoy doing most other than gymnastics?
Dancing, running, and going to Berry Body Frozen Yogurt.

What is something interesting about you that few people know?
I was in a Miss Teen New Jersey pageant when I was 14.

What is your favorite spot on Campus?
The caf, even though I no longer have a meal plan. The few times I go to the caf with my teammates are always 100% enjoyable. Even if the food isn't the best, we always have a great time. 

What has been your favorite road trip while competing at W&M?
I can't remember where we were coming back from, but the bus ride when we played the "1,2,3 pose" game and this song game my sophomore year was the most fun...except I don't think Mary enjoyed our singing.

What do you think you'll miss most about your experience with gymnastics at W&M after you graduate?
Definitely my teammates...it's going to be really hard to say goodbye.

After you complete your collegiate gymnastics career, what would you like to do?
I haven't fully decided yet, but I think I will be attending graduate school in the fall to get my master's in higher education administration.  With this, I would love to become a director of academic support for college athletes. 

What is your favorite ...
Book: Fitness Magazine
Website: YouTube
Class at W&M: Beginning Acting and Public Speaking
Food: Anything my mom makes
Restaurant: Food for Thought
Actor/Actress: Rachel McAdams and Adam Sandler
Musical Artist: Usher
Athlete: Derek Jeter
Quote/Saying: "Confidence is a stain you can't wipe off." -Lil Wayne