Quick Hits with Bridget Wallenberger
CORAL GABLES, Fla. – Quick Hits gives University of Miami volleyball fans an opportunity to get to know the student-athletes on the Hurricanes’ roster.
Last week, Canes fans got their first look at early enrollee Taylor Burrell. The latest edition of Quick Hits introduces middle blocker Bridget Wallenberger, who comes to Miami after playing two impressive seasons at Wisconsin-Milwaukee. While at Milwaukee, she was a two-time All-Horizon League First Team selection and was named the 2016 Horizon League Freshman of the Year.
Name: Bridget Wallenberger
Hometown: Carpentersville, Ill.
High School: Jacobs High School
Major: Nursing
Q&A
Q: Why did you decide to attend the University of Miami?
A: I wanted to transfer because I wanted to play for a more competitive program and pursue nursing.
Q: What has your time at Miami been like so far?
A: It has been awesome! The girls are super welcoming and the coaches helped me get acclimated to the school and the volleyball program.
Q: What has been your favorite part of being a Hurricane?
A: Being a part of a competitive volleyball program and a strong academic school.
Q: Has anyone taken you under their wing, shown you around and helped with your transition to college? If so, who, and how have they helped you adjust?
A: All the girls have been very helpful, whether it be checking in on me, showing me where my classes are or getting food together.
Q: What has been the biggest adjustment for you since you arrived?
A: Figuring out where my classes are
Q: Are there any classes you are taking so far that you like?
A: Nursing Growth and Development
Q: What made you choose your major?
A: I want to help people
Q: What are you most excited for about being in college?
A: Meeting new people
Q: What do you like to do outside of your sport?
A: Go to the beach
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I committed to Miami over other schools because: competitive volleyball program, great coaching staff, strong nursing program
When I think of Miami volleyball, I think of: competitive program
My favorite part of being a Hurricane student-athlete is: the school’s support
Coral Gables is different from my hometown because: a lot warmer
The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: time management
When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: excited
I love volleyball because: it’s a stress reliever
My favorite moment in my volleyball career was: taking third in AAUs
Quick Hits
Favorite Athlete: Kerri Walsh
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Chicago Cubs
Favorite Meal: Chipotle
Favorite Candy: KitKat
Favorite TV Show: The Office
Favorite Music Artist: Drake
My first pets were: Bailey (Golden Retriever)
My favorite place on campus is: by the fountain
The farthest place from home I’ve been is: Texas
If I could be any celebrity, I would be: Blake Lively
If I could take a vacation anywhere in the world, I would travel to: Ireland
In my spare time, I like to: go to the beach
My favorite sport to watch on TV is: basketball
My nickname is: Bridge
