Newcomer Spotlight: Gabby Holloway

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- The University of Louisville softball team is set to open its 2021 campaign in February. Throughout the next few weeks, we will meet each of the Cardinals' seven newcomers. Up next is freshman Gabby Holloway.

Catching up with Gabby
Full name: Gabrielle Holloway
Nickname: Gabby
Hometown: Huntersville, N.C.
2021 Class: Freshman
Major: Finance / International Business
Post college ambition: Career in finance

What do you want to do after college:
I am not 100 percent sure, but I am looking to find a job in the finance field that combines my passion for investment real estate and travel.

Proudest moment of your life:
Signing my NLI to play collegiate softball.

Perfect pizza:
Cheese

Best subject in school:
Math

Worst subject in school:
Science

What you like to do outside of playing softball:
I love to shop, spend time with family and friends, and go on the lake.

Most influential person in your life:
My mom

Favorite inspirational quote:
"If you are afraid of failure you don't deserve to be successful." - Charles Barkley

Who or what inspires or motivates you:
My Mom because she always gives 110% with everything she does.

What has been your greatest challenge to overcome:
Having multiple ankle surgeries.

Funniest player on the team:
Madison Ciaccio

Best dancer on the team:
Chardonnay Harris

Best singer on the team:
Jenna Servi

Pregame routine:
listen to music and do my hair.

Why you chose UofL:
I choose UofL because it had a really unique combination of both a small town and big city feel. I also choose it because I knew I wanted to compete at a high level and UofL gave me that opportunity.

Favorite thing about UofL:
The support we get from our fans.

Favorite thing about playing for Coach Aprile:
I know she cares about me and has my best interest at heart.

More Favorites:
Sports team(s): Alabama Crimson Tide football and the New York Yankees.
Athlete(s): Bianca Andreescu, Danielle Lawrie, and Lauren Haeger.
Musical group/singer: Morgan Wallen and Da Baby
Movie: The Sandlot
Food: Chicken Parmesan
TV show: Law and Order
Cartoon character: Scooby Doo
Social media platform: Snapchat

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