What does it mean to be selected a team captain?
"It is a really big confidence booster. Coming into varsity in only my second year, it was really nice of them to choose me. It makes me take on more of leadership role. It pushes me to talk more and work harder because everyone is looking up to me and the other three as role models on the field."
What do you bring to the team on the field?
"I bring a lot of communication especially being one of the center backs. The communication is a lot of what I do and helping people know their surroundings. From my perspective, I try to bring more intensity."
What the most exciting aspect of making your commitment to San Francisco State?
"The most exciting thing was just saying, 'Yes, I commit'. It was awesome. The coaches are awesome and the girls are so welcoming even the seniors. I knew right when I got there I wanted to go there. They welcomed me with open arms."
Why did you choose San Francisco State?
"I wanted to find a place where I would be close to home but far enough away to feel on my own. They had what I wanted to major in and the campus is so pretty. It has so much to offer outside of athletics."
Have you always gone by AJ?
"It is a tradition. I am AJ, My dad is BJ and my sister is CJ. They wanted to keep it going."
What is your favorite aspect of playing for St. Francis?
"My favorite thing is the girls. Even when we are having bad games, we all have each other's backs. We always keep our spirits up and create a fun environment to play in. We are here to have fun and play the sport we love."
What are you looking forward to about the Tri-Valley Tournament?
"I am looking forward to getting to know the team. Last year our team came together and got to know each other. It is a really nice because it is where our team clicks."
If you could live in a book, TV show or movie, where would you live: Once Upon a Time.
What animal best represents you: Dog.
Greatest Achievement: Committing to San Francisco State.
If you could have one superpower: Reading minds.
If you could time travel, would you go to the past or the future: Past.
What is the concert you want to see: Macklemore/Kesha.
What teacher has inspired you the most: Ms. Harrity.
What is your favorite holiday: Thanksgiving.
If you won the lottery, what would you buy: Give money to charity.
What's your favorite dinner: My mom's meat loaf.
Favorite Olympic Athlete: Alex Morgan.
Name the celebrity you would like to meet: Melissa McCarthy.
Hero: My Mom.
What is on your Bucket List: To go cliff diving.
