Down The Line: Mariel Schofield
CORAL GABLES, Fla. — Now that preseason is officially in full swing, it is time to meet the student-athletes of the 2012 University of Miami volleyball team. Each day leading up to the season-opening Hurricane Invitational, HurricaneSports.com will introduce you to a member of the team.
In addition, be sure to follow UM volleyball on Twitter (@CanesVB) for the latest news on the squad.
Continuing the “Down the Line” series, let us find out more about junior defensive specialist Mariel Schofield…
Hometown: Monrovia,Md.
High School: Urbana High School
Major: Exercise Physiology/Pre-Physical Therapy
I committed to Miami overother schools because ofthe athletic department and academic reputation of the school. When I wassearching for schools I wanted a competitive volleyball program, as well as thebest education available…also having a beach nearby was definitely a decidingfactor.
To me, Miami volleyball is a family of people from all different backgroundscoming together as one unit working towards one goal.
The best parts of being on theteam are the awesome gear we get andbeing surrounded by people pushing you to be your best.
If I had to describe the teamin one word it would be crazy.
Favorite Athletes: Lebron James,Misty May
Favorite Pro Sports Team: Miami Heat
Favorite Olympic Event: Indoor Volleyball
Second Favorite Olympic Event: Beach Volleyball
Favorite Movies: Stepbrothers
Favorite TV Station: ESPN
Favorite Food: Pineapple
Favorite Song Right Now: “Pyramids” by Frank Ocean
I started playing volleyballat age 10
My favorite memory playingvolleyball is playingin the junior Olympics
I enjoy playing the sportbecause it is fun
The farthest place from homeI’ve been is Mexico
This summer I interned in a physical therapy office, took summerclasses, and played in doubles tournaments at home
When I was little, I alwayswanted to be a doctor
The best place on campus is the Starbucksby the library
The most influential people in my life are my mom and dad
If I could spend a day with anyone in history,it would be Bob Marley
If you walked into my bedroom,the first thing you would notice is all of the pictures on my wall
If I could eat one meal for the rest of mylife, it would be Chipotle
My favorite class at UM was any of Wes’s kinesiology classes – he is the bestprofessor ever
I hate to admit it, but I love Keepingup with the Kardashians
If I could live anywhere in the world it wouldbe Italy
If I could play any other sport at UM, it wouldbe tennis
A secret talent of mine is playing lacrosse
My nicknames are Mar, Murt, Myrtle
After graduating I hope to travel the world
