Samford University Athletics

Smooth, athletic and tough . . . a true utility player . . . has a bright future . . . a natural athlete who can play several positions including middle infield and outfield . . . defensive versatility and instincts on the field will make her a valuable addition to the roster. High School: Named a First-Team All-BCL East League performer at second base . . . finished the 2006 spring season as the third-ranked player in the conference in batting average (.528), runs batted in (25) and fielding percentage (.960) . . . also lettered in basketball at Berean Christian High School and received the defensive Most Valuable Player award . . . earned NCS Scholar Athlete honors and was named to the NCS Distinguished Scholastic team. Personal: Born June 21, 1988 . . . daughter of Christopher and Dianne Simao . . . grandfather Ronnie Merrill played quarterback at USC . . . majoring in early childhood education. GETTING TO KNOW SIMAO
Strangest nickname: Payback
Favorite place to eat: Sweet Tomatoes
Favorite TV show: Grey[apos]s Anatomy
Favorite actor: Johnny Depp
Favorite musical group: Switchfoot