University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Meet the Team: Freshman Brittany Knight
12/29/2016 12:00:00 AM | Softball
Dec. 29, 2016
Favorites
Favorites
Food: Anything from Stack'd
Song: Anime - Caroline
TV Show: The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Movie: The Lizzie McGuire Movie
Quote: "Somewhere behind the athlete you've become and the hours of practice and the coaches who pushed you is a little girl who fell in love with the game and never looked back...play for her." - Mia Hamm
Part of Pittsburgh: Southside
Professional Athlete: LeBron James
Sport to Watch other than Softball: Football
Sport Related Memory: Winning a national championship in 16u with my friends
Q&A
What made you choose Pitt?
The academics and sports are great. Plus, Pitt is an amazing city and I love it. The fans here support athletics and cheer on all of our teams.
What are your biggest strengths as a player?
I'm super competitive and want to win.
What are some areas of the game you'd like to improve in?
Having a more aggressive approach to base running and being brave on the bases.
What is your (intended) major?
Finance
What are three words that describe you?
Fun, studious and caring
What are your hobbies and interests outside of softball?
Shopping, hanging out with my friends, exploring Pittsburgh and eating out at restaurants
Do you have any pre-game rituals or superstitions?
I don't, I think superstitions are dumb.
What are some of the differences between your hometown and Pittsburgh?
My hometown consists of maybe 2,000 people. Pittsburgh is obviously much more populated and exciting.
If you could bring one thing from your hometown to Pittsburgh, what would it be?
My parents, I miss them all the time.
What is the best advice you've ever been given?
Many people would dream to have an opportunity like you do, so go out there and play with heart.
If you could meet three people (past or present) who would you want to meet? Why?
1. Khloe Kardashian – she's my favorite Kardashian
2. LeBron James – he's my hero
3. Jesse McCartney – he's my future husband
If you could be a star in any sport, other than softball, which one would it be?
Basketball
Who had the greatest impact on your life? Why?
My father has had the greatest impact on my life - he has always been there for me, expected the best out of me and supported me throughout the years.
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