Phi: What has driven your success so far this year?

MG: Definitely the coaches help a lot and the upperclassmen are really inspirational and motivational. They always pick me up when I’m down. I wasn’t expecting to play as much early on, so that was a big thing and as a team everyone kind of picks each other up a lot.

Phi: You said you weren’t expecting to play as much as a freshman, what did you come in expecting?

MG: I just didnt really know what the team balance would be like. There are definitely a lot of really good upperclassmen so there are some spots on attack. So just given the chance to really blossom.

Phi: What has been the biggest transition from high school to college for you?

MG: I played at a pretty competitive high school, so it is definitely a similar game but it is more about stepping up. When I was in high school a lot of plays were designed for me to score as a senior or junior but now I have to fill that role on my own so it’s tougher.

Phi: What went through your mind when you scored your first college goal?

MG: I was just excited to be out there on the field and finally do something, I thought that was pretty awesome.

Phi: How do you prepare for games?

MG: I listen to music and I don’t know I just think about it all day.

Phi: Do you have any superstitions?

MG: Yes, I do. I always go to the bathroom before every game. I can’t wear certain hair ties or headbands, things like that.

Phi: What made you decide to come to W&L?

MG: It was pretty much for lacrosse but it was the whole experience. Between the academics and the athletics.

Phi: What are your hobbies off the field?

MG: I like to cook, bake, other sports in general.

Phi: What other sports did you play in high school?

MG: I played ice hockey, because I played competitively when I was younger on a team. My high school team wasn’t very competitive so it was too much of a commitment. And I also played field hockey.

Phi: What is your favorite meal to cook?

MG: I like to bake cupcakes.