Canes Volleyball: Can U Dig It with Mariel Schofield
Aug. 19, 2011
Coral Gables, Fla. – The University of Miami volleyball team is exactly seven days away from the 2011 season opener versus Jacksonville State at the Tiger Classic hosted by LSU in Baton Rouge, La. Leading up to the highly-anticipated season-opener for the two-time NCAA participant Canes, HurricaneSports.com will be running a Q&A series titled “Can U Dig It” with student-athletes from the volleyball team taking you inside their world and allowing you – the fans – the chance to learn more about them away from the court.
The sixth installment of the daily series brings HurricaneSports.com to sophomore Mariel Schofield from Ijamsville, Md. She appeared in 11 matches last season as a freshman. At the end of the year, she was named to the Athletic Director’s Honor Roll for academic excellence. Schofield made her collegiate debut against UT-Arlington in the Nike Invitational hosted by the University of Oklahoma, playing in a season-high four sets and collecting three digs.
To learn more about Mariel Schofield, continue reading her quick hits Q&A located below.
Make sure to check in for a new Can U Dig It profile each and every day in preparation for the Hurricane volleyball season opener.
The University of Miami is excited to announce a new season ticket package that will include two (2) adult and three (3) youth tickets to all home volleyball and soccer events in the 2011 season. The Family Plan provides a family of five with over 20 events for the incredible price of $50. Purchase a Volleyball and Soccer Family Plan by calling 1-800-GO-CANES or simply buy online by clicking here.
Can U Dig It with Mariel Schofield…
Hometown… Ijamsville, Md.
High School… Urbana High School
Major… Exercise Physiology
The farthest place from home I’ve been is… Mexico
The most influential person in my life is… My father
If you walked into my bedroom, the first thing you would notice is… My clothes
Favorite Cartoon… SpongeBob SquarePants
Favorite Professional Athlete… Rafael Nadal
Favorite Pro Sports Team… Miami Heat
The artist I listen to most on my iPod is… Drake
Favorite Restaurant… Chipotle
My favorite midnight snack is… Cereal
Favorite Movie… The Hangover
My favorite thing about being part of the `U’ family is… The reputation and pride of the school
If I could live anywhere in the world it would be… Italy or Brazil
If I were a superhero, my name would be… Wonder Woman… and my power would be… To fly
If I could play any other sport at UM, it would be… Tennis or Soccer
If I could have an actress play me in a movie, then it would be… Angelina Jolie
My favorite memory playing volleyball is… Playing in Junior Olympics
The weirdest thing I’ve ever eaten is… Caviar
A pre-match ritual of mine is… Listen to music and pray
An artist no one would believe I have on my iPod is… Tila Tequila
My nickname is… Mar
I hate to admit it, but I love… Jersey Shore
A secret talent of mine is… Playing lacrosse
My favorite thing about Coach Lantagne Welch is… She pushes us to be our best
If I could switch places with anyone in the world, then it would be… Kim Kardashian
Facebook or Twitter… Facebook, but I’m starting to use Twitter more
Favorite Holiday… Christmas
