Feb. 1, 2014
Meggie Ramzy
Junior, Attack, 5-5
Lutherville, Md.
In six days, the Vanderbilt lacrosse team begins the 2014 season on Feb. 7 at Kennesaw State. To get ready for the 19th season in program history, vucommodores.com will spotlight all 29 players and coaches Cathy Swezey, Susan Ellis and Julie Gardner. This segment will offer an inside look into the team on and off the field.
Today, Meggie Ramzy, who wears jersey No. 6, continues our countdown. A junior from Lutherville, Md., she has played in 30 games the last two seasons. In 2013, she played in 14 games off the bench and scored two goals, grabbed six ground balls and won six draw controls. This year, she is moving from midfield to attack and vying for a starting position. She is a human organizational and development major and was named to the SEC’s Academic Honor Roll the last two seasons.
Age I picked up a lacrosse stick: Eight years old
When I was a kid I tried to be like: Cal Ripken
A few words that describe the way I play lacrosse: Fearless, scrappy and passionate
The thing that impresses me the most about Coach Swezey: She’s passionate
Favorite sport other than lacrosse: Field hockey
Favorite musical performer: Luke Bryan
Favorite movie: We Bought a Zoo
Nobody can believe I watch this TV show: Modern Family
Favorite midnight snack: Water and lettuce
Favorite thing about myself: I’m light-hearted
Dream date: Luke Bryan
The best tasting food I can make: Chocolate chip cookies
My bucket list includes: Traveling the world
Favorite athlete to watch in another sport: Ray Rice
Talent I’d most like to have: Singing
Favorite thing to do away from lacrosse: Playing with animals
One thing my hometown is famous for: Crabs
My best non-athletic talent: Dancing
Superstitions: Christmas socks
What I would do if I won the lottery: Give it to my mom (Sue)
Ultimate vacation destination: Bora Bora
The person I admire most: My mom
The best advice I’ve received: Laugh a lot
The most famous person I’ve met: Luke Bryan
Biggest influence in my life: My mom
Most important thing I’ve learned since coming to Vanderbilt: Work hard, play hard
My advice to young people is: Give everything you have in everything you do
