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WLAX Freshman Class Profile: Maddie Crutchfield
12/2/2014 11:38:00 AM | Women's Lacrosse
DURHAM, N.C. – Duke women's lacrosse head coach Kerstin Kimel welcomed the addition of 10 players to the Blue Devil program this fall, with nine freshmen and one transfer student joining the squad for the 2015 campaign.
Check back to GoDuke.com throughout the coming months for profiles on each of the incoming Blue Devils, and be sure to follow the team all year on Twitter and Facebook.
Maddie Crutchfield
Midfield l Concord, N.H. l St. Paul's School
Prior to Duke: A product of Concord, N.H., Crutchfield was a four-time US Lacrosse All-American and New England Prep School All-Star at St. Paul's. She led her squad in scoring all four years, compiling 383 points (218g, 165a), and guided the team to a pair of Independent School League titles. Crutchfield was selected to compete in the Under Armour All-America Girls Lacrosse Classic earlier this month, where she tallied two goals and led all players in the game with three ground balls.
What is your favorite lacrosse memory?
MC: Ever since I was little I wanted to play in the Senior Under Armour All-American game, so playing for the North team was a highlight. Also, the memories I have playing for my mom from second grade through back-to-back ISL championships at St. Paul's School (Concord, N.H.) are ones I'll always treasure.
Why did you choose Duke?
MC: Duke has always held a special place in my heart. Duke not only embraces the student-athlete, but empowers the student-athlete. I am not sacrificing my academic goals or my athletic goals here. I am challenged as much in the classroom as I am on the field, and that was something extremely important to me when choosing a school. Also, Duke's facilities and athletic staff are tough to beat!
What are your goals for your collegiate career?
MC: To win ACCs and a national championship. My individual goal is to be the toughest competitor I can be for four years.
Who has had the biggest impact on your life?
MC: My family. My parents are incredible and my three older siblings are my biggest supporters. The five of them make me feel like I can do anything, and I can't thank them enough for getting me to where I am.
Quick Hitters:
Favorite athlete: Hobey Baker
Hobbies: Singing and dancing (I don't know how many people would support my dancing though…)
Favorite movie: The Guardian or The Notebook
Favorite musician: Pretty much anyone country (Keith Urban, Jake Owen…)
Favorite food: California roll or Chipotle
Pre-game ritual/superstition: At the beginning of every season I put a penny under the sole of my cleat for good luck. But pre-game, I just have to be listening to music.
If you were to play another sport, what would it be? Soccer
Hidden talent: I know all the lyrics to “Ice Ice Baby” and the dance to “Thriller”
Best advice you've received: “It doesn't take talent to hustle.”
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Hopefully doing something I love, and probably wishing I was back here at Duke!
Best place lacrosse has taken you: Here! Vail [Colorado] would be a close second.
To be a part of the Duke women's lacrosse program is … to be a part of a family. I expected this team to be a fun group that I would be excited to hang out with, and they have not disappointed! I am constantly laughing when I am with them. Duke lacrosse is as special as I hoped it would be.
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/ Women's LacrosseKerstin Kimel James Madison Postgame Press Conference 5-9
Friday, May 09
Kerstin Kimel Media Availability 5-7
Wednesday, May 07
Kerry Nease Media Availability 5-7
Wednesday, May 07
Madison Beale Media Availability 5-7
Wednesday, May 07
