Janelle Ruiz Class: Sophomore Hometown: San Antonio, Texas High School: Taft Height: 5-4 Position: C Experience: 1L

Played in 46 games last season ... made only five errors as the regular catcher ... tied for the team lead in being hit by pitch ... lettered in softball at Taft High School ... All-State catcher as a sophomore ... first-team All-District and All-City Super Team shortstop.

Personal: Daughter of Bruno and Velma Ruiz ... majoring in early childhood development ... favorite book is "Touch Points" ... favorite athlete is Alex Rodríguez ... most admired historical figure is Jesus Christ.