BRENDA VELASQUEZ #6
Shortstop | Sophomore
5’2” | Elk Grove, CA | Laguna Creek High School

Personal:  Brenda’s family includes mom Maritza, dad Jose, sisters Jasmin, Yesenia, Bianca and brother Jose. Her major is kinesiology and she aspires to be a trainer and physical therapist. In her spare time she enjoys singing and watching movies.

Athletic Highlights: 3 All Conference 1st team selection, Defense player award and Most Dependable award at Laguna Creek, All Big 8 first team selection as a freshman.

Significant Sport Achievement: Playing 5 games to get to the championship game and winning it.

Favorites: Food: Alfredo Pasta Movie: White Chicks Entertainer: Kevin Hart Athlete: Jessica Mendoza

Favorite Teacher: My freshman senior English teacher Mr. Greenbaum because he was a very caring teacher and wanted everyone to be successful. 

Person she most admires: My mother because she has always supported me in every way.

Best Advice ever received: My mother always tells me to never give up and let no one bring you down.

Person who most influenced her athletic career: My father.

One word that describes her off the court: Talented

Quote that inspires her:  “Hard work pays off.”

Best thing about being a Hawk: You can fly!