GRACE AYODELE
Junior, forward, Centennial
The numbers: Possessing a combination of skill and determination, Ayodele was an All-Big 12 selection after a season in which she collected 18 goals and an area-best 15 assists.
Favorite athlete: Natasha Kai
Whom I'm texting most: my friends
I need concert tickets to: B.o.B.
Movie I have to see: "Hangover 2"
I am driving: a Honda Accord
Before I compete, I eat: a power bar and Smarties
Favorite TV show: "Modern Family"
My first job was: working at Savoy 16
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a new house for my mom
My role model: my mom
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Jesus, my dad and Natasha Kai
SARAH KRESCA
Junior, midfielder, Champaign Central
The numbers: The versatile All-Big 12 and All-Sectional performer finished with 11 goals and five assists for the Maroons.
Favorite athlete: Lionel Messi
I need concert tickets to: Rascal Flatts
Movie I have to see: "Cars 2"
I am driving: a Grand Am
Before I compete, I eat: a banana
Favorite TV show: "ABDC"
My first job was: a lifeguard
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a big house
My role model: my mom
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Mick Galeski, David Beckham and Mr. Knowles
KATELYNN MARTINEZ
Sophomore, forward, Centennial
The numbers: Led the area with 28 goals and added five assists as the leading scorer for a Class 2A sectional champion.
Favorite athlete: Maya Moore
I need concert tickets to: Justin Bieber
Movie I have to see: "Fast Five"
I am driving: a Chrysler Town and Country
Before I compete, I eat: a granola bar
Favorite TV show: "Real World Las Vegas"
My first job was: babysitting
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a car
My role model: my mom
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: my grandpa Foster, Channing Tatum and God
LISELI McCARTHY
Junior, midfielder, Centennial
The numbers: Transfer student provided a huge boost for 16-win team, with six goals, five assists and solid all-around play leading to All-Big 12 and All-Sectional accolades.
Favorite athlete: Cam Newton
Whom I'm texting most: Grace Ayodele
I need concert tickets to: Lil Wayne
Movie I have to see: "X-Men"
I am driving: a Suzuki Sidekick
Before I compete, I eat: pasta
Favorite TV show: "Modern Family"
My first job was: at Fireworks City
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a boat
My role model: my dad
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Chris Brown, Lil Wayne and David Beckham
CHANTAL MEACHAM
Sophomore, defender, Centennial
The numbers: A repeat first-team selection, Meacham anchored a defense that didn't allow a goal in May until the final day of the month. She was an All-Big 12 and All-Sectional pick.
Favorite athlete: Trent Meacham
Whom I'm texting most: Jenna Ayers
I need concert tickets to: Taylor Swift
Movie I have to see: "Something Borrowed"
I am driving: an Oldsmobile Intrigue
Before I compete, I eat: a protein bar
Favorite TV show: "Pretty Little Liars"
My first job was: working for Gatorade
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a cruise to the Bahamas
My role model: my mom
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Jesus and my two grandpas
MELINDA MENDOZA
Junior, midfielder, Urbana
The numbers: She was the leading scorer for the Tigers, collecting 10 goals, six assists, All-Big 12 and All-Sectional honors.
Favorite athlete: Cristiano Ronaldo
Whom I'm texting most: Adam Blackman
I need concert tickets to: Justin Bieber
Movie I have to see: "Pirates of the Caribbean 4"
I am driving: a 2009 Honda Fit
Before I compete, I eat: peanut butter and honey on a bagel
Favorite TV show: "Friends"
My first job was: swim instructor
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a house with a pool
My role model: my brother and sister
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Jesus, Paul Walker and Usher
EMMA PECK
Senior, midfielder, Danville
The numbers: Speedy player who compiled seven goals and two assists for the Vikings while garnering All-Sectional and All-Big 12 honors.
Favorite athlete: Melanie Oudin
Whom I'm texting most: Dennis Forrest
I need concert tickets to: Mack Miller
Movie I have to see: "Hangover 2"
I am driving: a Volvo
Before I compete, I eat: bananas
Favorite TV show: "Bones"
My first job was: babysitting
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a new car
My role model: my mom
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: my three grandparents who are de- ceased
CHRISTIANA STARK
Junior, goalkeeper, Urbana
The numbers: Posted a 1.88 goals- against average for a team that earned a spot in the Class 2A regional final. Named to the All-Big 12 team.
Favorite athlete: Greg Stark
Whom I'm texting most: Jenny Srikant
I need concert tickets to: Kid Cudi
Movie I have to see: "Hangover 2"
I am driving: a Kia
Before I compete, I eat: spaghetti
Favorite TV show: "The Office"
My first job was: working for the Urbana Park District
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a beach house
My role model: my sister Jessica
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Deron Williams, James Franco and Dwight Howard
BROOKE STEVENS
Senior, midfielder, Mahomet-Seymour
The numbers: Scored five goals and earned All-Sectional honors to lead the Bulldogs to a 12-3-2 season.
Favorite athlete: Mia Hamm
Whom I'm texting most: Melody Nelson
I need concert tickets to: Sugarland
Movie I have to see: "Pirates of the Caribbean"
I am driving: nothing
Before I compete, I eat: fruit
My first job was: coaching soccer at a camp
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a car
My role model: my dad
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Mia Hamm, Ashley Tisdale and Taylor Swift
BREANNA TAYLOR
Senior, goalkeeper, Mahomet-Seymour
The numbers: Allowed 10 goals for a sparkling 0.63 goals-against average as M-S enjoyed one of its best regular seasons in school history.
Favorite athlete: Matt Holliday
Whom I'm texting most: Elizabeth Rappleyea
I need concert tickets to: Brad Paisley
Movie I have to see: "X-Men"
I am driving: a Sunfire
Before I compete, I eat: fruit
Favorite TV show: "Law and Order: SVU"
My first job was: refereeing soccer
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: an orphanage in Africa
My role model: Jesus
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: Jesus, my grandma and Matt Holliday
HANNAH WALKER
Sophomore, midfielder, Champaign Central
The numbers: Named to the All-Big 12 squad (honorable mention All-Sectional), scoring two goals and adding four assists as a solid two-way player.
Favorite athlete: Cristiano Ronaldo
Whom I'm texting most: Kate Myers and Jake Henss
I need concert tickets to: Justin Bieber
Movie I have to see: "Kung Fu Panda 2"
I am driving: nothing. I get my license in two weeks
Before I compete, I eat: chocolate chip cookies
Favorite TV show: "Glee"
With my lottery winnings, I'm buying: a new car
My role model: Nashla Vega
Three people I'd like to have dinner with: my grandparents
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