Katie Ruiz Class: Junior Hometown: Winfield, Pa. High School: Lewisburg Area Position: Defender

According to Head Coach Heather Lewis: "Katie brings a consistent work ethic and desire to learn and improve every single day of practice. She has spent considerable time focusing on improving her distribution skills. She is a natural defender who reads and anticipates the play very well. In addition, she has excellent timing on her tackling skills. I would expect Katie to provide us invaluable depth on the defensive end."

2006: As a sophomore, played in five games ... recorded one assist, three interceptions and four positive tackles ... named to the NFHCA All-Academic squad and Patriot League Academic Honor Roll ... had a productive spring season improving her passing skills ... actively involved with Tour Guide program through Bucknell Admissions office, serving in a leadership role for all campus tour guides

2005: Competed in seven contests, recording five interceptions and one positive tackle ... gained confidence at the end of the fall through the entire spring season ... has worked hard at improving her distribution skills ... recognized for her academic achievements with Patriot League Academic Honor Roll and NFHCA All-Academic Squad honors

Personal: Graduated from Lewisburg High School, earning four varsity letters in both field hockey and track ... team captain for field hockey ... was recognized with the PIAA District IV Female Sportsmanship Award ... a dual major in economics & environmental sciences ... the daughter of Tony & Louise Ruiz