Feb. 1, 2016
RENO, Nev. - Junior Shannon Kelly will bring athleticism and speed off the bench for the Nevada softball team in 2016. The Las Vegas native returns to the Silver State after spending the last two seasons at Santa Barbara Community College where she .350 as a sophomore.
"Shannon is an extremely hard worker that will provide depth to our roster as a base runner," said head coach Matt Meuchel. "She is another player that we picked up from our open tryout and we're excited to see what she can bring to the table."
Here's more about Shannon Kelly:
The best place on campus is: The Quad
What I like most about my hometown is: Seeing the city skyline of the strip at night
Favorite thing about being at Nevada is: Being able to enjoy the outdoors and Lake Tahoe
A place I've never been but would love to visit: Hawaii
Favorite class: Magazine Writing
Favorite food: Lasagna
Least favorite food: Brussel Sprouts
Favorite movie: 27 Dresses
Favorite actor: Ryan Gosling
Favorite actress: Sandra Bullock
Favorite TV show: Gossip Girl
Most prized possession: My cross necklace
Where I want to be 10 years from now: Living in a city broadcasting for a professional sports network Favorite singer or group: Sam Hunt
I wear my number because: Derek Jeter has always been my sports role model
Favorite junk food: Swedish Fish
Person who has most influenced your athletic career: My dad
The best advice you have ever been given: "If you work hard you will see results"
If I could have dinner with any two people in history it would be: Marilyn Monroe and John F. Kennedy
My favorite sport other than softball is: Baseball
If you could have any car, what would it be: BMW
My advice to kids is: Enjoy being young and doing things for yourself. Don't rush growing up.
What is the most played song in your music library: "Right Hand" by Drake
My biggest fan: My dad
Individual goals for the season: To just play the game and not think so much. Steal bases and score runs when given the opportunity. Help out the team the best way I can Biggest pet peeve: When people don't clean up after themselves
If stranded on a deserted island, three things I would take with me: My laptop, pillow and blanket
-- @NevadaWolfPack --
