#26 Michelle Fullard Freshmen - Midfielder 5-6 Birmingham, Ala. Hoover

A strong midfielder, Fullard comes to Vanderbilt after impressive careers in both high school and club soccer. An all-state player for both Hoover High School and the Alabama Attack club team, has had success at some of the highest levels in the southeast. A native of Australia, she has been a pool player for the Australian Under-19 national team. That steady play in the midfield will help the Commodores this season.

High School/Club: A 2002 all-state selection at Hoover High School...A four time member of the Metro All-Tournament team... Two time Metro All-Star team...Won Birmingham Area First Defender Award...Team MVP and captain in 2002...Led Alabama Attack club team to state championships in 2000 and 2001...Scored the game-winning goal in the club's championship at the 2000 Raleigh Shootout...Alabama Angels club team won state championships in 1996 and 1998...Alabama Angels club won seven tournaments in a row through the southeast in 1997 and 1998.

Worth Noting: Michelle Erin Fullard...Born March 14, 1984...Daughter of Rod and Helen Fullard...Has a younger brother and younger sister...Contemplating a biological sciences major...Valedictorian of her high school class...Chose Vanderbilt because of the strong soccer and academic programs...In high school was a member of National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta...Named Academic/Athletic All-State by the Birmingham News...Lists Carlos Valderama as her favorite athlete...Favorite TV show is Friends, Favorite movie is Memento, Favorite musical group is the Dave Matthews Band.