WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - In the final 12 days before opening day, we invite you to learn a little more about the 2015 Boilermaker softball team, including fun facts and a few of their favorite things.
Today, we introduce junior outfielder Sydney Pencek. The Burlington, Ind, native, played in 29 games last season, starting one in right field and one as the designated player. The Academic All-Big Ten selection tallied three hits, drew three walks, scored six runs and drove in two RBI.
Learn a little more about Sydney here.
Sweet or salty: Sweet
Dream vacation: Sydney, Australia
Coolest place I've ever been: Lake Tahoe
Person I look up to most: Jesus Christ
Best feeling (Defense): Throwing someone out from the outfield
Best Feeling (Hitting): Dropping a bunt for a hit and beating it out
Three words that describe me: faithful, hardworking, accountable
One word to describe my game: desire
Team I am most excited to play in 2015: Wisconsin, because it's our home opener on our new field!
Most memorable sports moment with Purdue Softball: Getting my first official collegiate hit
Most memorable sports moment prior to Purdue: Making my first diving catch
Pregame ritual: braiding most of my teammates' hair
Celebrity crush: Josh Duhamel
Best non-athletic talent: playing the guitar
Dream job: physical therapist
Song I have to listen to before a game: Anything Taylor Swift
Favorite things
Favorite spot on campus: The softball field
Favorite food from the dining hall: THE Thanksgiving Dinner
Favorite tradition at Purdue: football tailgates
Favorite sweet treat: Warm chocolate chip cookies
Favorite holiday: Christmas
Favorite sport besides softball: gymnastics (to watch)
Favorite sports team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Favorite Athlete: Derek Jeter
Favorite TV show: Friends
Favorite Movie: She's The Man
Favorite Sports Movie: When The Game Stands Tall
Favorite Book: Safe Haven
Favorite Musical Artist/Group: Taylor Swift