Name: Melanie Lopez

Age: 18

Sport: Soccer

Grade: 12th

Position: Defense and midfield

JV or Varsity: Varsity

Pregame Ritual: “I pray”

Favorite Music Before The Game: “Anything that pumps me up, Team by Lorde”

Best Memory With The Team: “Coming back from a 3-0 game to tie the 1st place team in our league”

Favorite Motivational Quote: “When you feel like quitting, think about why you started”

Reason For Jersey Number: “I’ve had #2 since I was little so I feel like I’ve earned respect with the number and everyone who sees the number knows it’s me”