This week's edition of the Ridgewater Athlete Spotlight features freshman Volleyball player from Willmar, MN, Maria Rodriguez.
Why Ridgewater and what are you studying while in school here?
Ridgewater is close to my family and friends! (love my hometown) I am studying accounting.
What has been your favorite aspect of being on the Ridgewater Volleyball team?
I love spending time with my teammates and all the fun memories we have made.
Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions?
I love to listen to Disney songs while i warm up.
If you could meet any athlete, past or present, who would it be any why?
Lexi Rodriguez, love her background story and the way she plays.
If you had to pick one teammate to be stranded on an island with, who would it be and why?
Kari, she is my peper partner and helps me a lot.
Who has been the biggest influence on your athletic career and why?
My dad has been there for me for everything. He supports me on everything.