WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - In the final 11 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 infielder CJ Parsons. The Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., native saw action in 41 games in 2014, starting eight at third base and one as the designated player. The Academic All-Big Ten selection recorded eight hits, including three doubles, while driving in six RBI and scoring four runs.
Learn a little more about CJ here.
Sweet or salty: Sweet
Dream vacation: Jamaica
Coolest place I've ever been: Hawaii
Person I look up to most: My sister, Sammie
Best feeling (Defense): diving play in the infield
Best Feeling (Hitting): gapper with runners on
Three words that describe me: funny, happy, honest
One word to describe my game: intense
Team I am most excited to play in 2015: Wisconsin (Home opener!!)
Most memorable sports moment with Purdue Softball: Beating Michigan
Most memorable sports moment prior to Purdue: Hitting two home runs in one game
Pregame ritual: prayer and eyeblack prep with Burkey!
Best non-athletic talent: making people laugh
Dream job: D1 Softball Coach
Song I have to listen to before a game: Anything from Lilly's pregame play list. Anything she and I can rap to.
Favorite things
Favorite spot on campus: Mackey
Favorite food from the dining hall: chicken tenders or mashed potatoes
Favorite tradition at Purdue: the huge Christmas tree in the Union
Favorite sweet treat: cookies
Favorite holiday: Christmas
Favorite sport besides softball: football
Favorite sports team: Boston Red Sox
Favorite Athlete: Mike Lowell
Favorite TV show: Spongebob
Favorite Movie: Bridesmaids
Favorite Sports Movie: Miracle
Favorite Book: Mind Gym
Favorite Musical Artist/Group: Tim McGraw