University of Nevada Athletics

RENO, Nev. - Freshman Amanda Geil enters her first season with the Wolf Pack softball program with the ability to play multiple positions and provide innings in the circle when called upon. The Auburn, Calif., native impressed the Nevada coaching staff during its open tryout in August and was offered a spot on the team by head coach Matt Meuchel.

"Amanda will have a large pinch running role this season," said Meuchel. "She has the ability to play in the outfield as well as pitch at the Division I level. Additionally she has a great feel for the game on the base paths."

Here's more about Amanda Geil:

The best place on campus is: Lake Manzanita
What I like most about my hometown is: The community
Favorite thing about being at Nevada is: Playing softball
A place I've never been but would love to visit: France
Favorite class: Substance Abuse
Favorite food: Sushi
Least favorite food: sausage
Favorite movie: Footloose or Talladega Nights
Favorite actor: Liam Hemsworth
Favorite actress: Julianne Hough or Betty White
Favorite TV show: New Girl
Most prized possession: My pictures
Where I want to be 10 years from now: An ICU or neuro-trauma Physician's Assistant
Favorite singer or group: Alyssa Dubois
Favorite junk food: anything chocolate, and scones
Person who has most influenced your athletic career: My dad
The best advice you have ever been given: Treat others how you want to be treated
Something people would be surprised to know about me: One of my favorite things to do is go dirt biking
If I could have dinner with any two people in history it would be: My great grandparents
If you could have any car, what would it be: 1964 black Mustang
My advice to kids is: Work harder, play harder and have fun
What is the most played song in your music library: "Lost Boy" by Ruth B
My biggest fan: My little brothers
Individual goals for the season: Get out of my own head.
If stranded on a deserted island, three things I would take with me: water purifier, matches, GPS tracking chip (maybe they will find me).