WLAX Freshman Class Spotlight: Charlotte Tucci

DURHAM, N.C. – Duke women's lacrosse head coach Kerstin Kimel and the Blue Devil staff welcomed the addition of 12 freshmen to the program this fall ahead of the 2016 campaign. Midfielder/defender Charlotte Tucci comes to Duke from Rye, N.Y.

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Charlotte Tucci
Midfield/Defense l Rye, N.Y. l Rye

Prior to Duke: Tucci joins the Duke program from Rye High School in New York, where she was a three-time all-section and all-league pick. The younger sister of former Blue Devil captain Emma Tucci ('14), she was named to the New Jersey Under Armour All-America team in 2013 and the New England Under Armour All-America squad in 2014. Tucci totaled 202 goals, 68 assists, 117 draw controls and 99 ground balls over her four seasons and as a senior was tabbed her high school's female athlete of the year.

What is your favorite lacrosse memory?
CT: Scoring my 200th goal my senior year.

When did you start playing lacrosse?
CT: I started playing lacrosse when I was eight, in second grade. I played for Rye Youth Lacrosse throughout elementary and middle school. I joined the CT Chargers club team the summer going into eighth grade and have played on that ever since.

Who has had the biggest impact on your life?
CT: My family has had the biggest impact on my life because they have given me continuous support and encouragement.

Why did you choose Duke?
CT: Duke offers the complete package for a student athlete. The prestigious academics, highly competitive athletics and Duke community are everything I was looking for during my college search.

What are your goals for your collegiate career?
CT: Win a national championship.

Quick Hitters:
Favorite athlete: Alex Morgan
Hobbies: Going to the beach, boating, cooking out with my family in the summer
Favorite movie: Remember the Titans
Favorite TV show: Friday Night Lights
Favorite book: The Fault in Our Stars
Favorite musician: Gavin DeGraw
Pre-game ritual/superstition: I listen to music before every game
If you were to play another sport, what would it be? Soccer
Fun fact: I'm the only member of my family who has curly hair
Best advice you've received: “Let the noise of others be the soundtrack to your success.”
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? In 10 years, I see myself living in New York City or San Francisco with a fun, interesting job.