2024 Softball Roster
Howell, Kerissa
Jersey Number 18
Kerissa Howell
- Class:
- Freshman
- Bats/Throws:
- R/R
- Height:
- 5-7
- Hometown:
- Lakeland, Fla.
- Position:
- INF
- Prev School:
- McKeel Academy of Techonology
Bio
2024 (Fr.)
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I always wanted to play at the D1 level for the sport that I love. I also wanted to build a relationship with God.
Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I always listen to music before a game to get locked in and in game mode. It's also to put me in a good mood. I do my same warm up before every game, same stretches.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My mom inspires me because she is such a strong independent woman and I admire that.
What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
In 2022 in Colorado with my travel team, Tampa Mustangs Rene, I flipped my hips and ran backward towards the fence and jumped up so high to catch the ball.
If you picked your jersey/uniform number, why is that number important to you?
I wear 88 because it has been my favorite since day 1.
Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
For breakfast, I like chocolate chip pancakes, bacon, and eggs. For lunch, I like Caesar Salad and lemon pepper wings. For dinner, I like chicken and shrimp alfredo pasta.
What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Teamworks
What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
Hanging out with my friends.
Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Usain Bolt
What is your favorite possession and why?
My phone and squish mallows.
What is your dream vacation spot and why?
I don't really have one. I love traveling, you could take me anywhere and I’d love the culture.
- Appeared in two games, making one start at third base
- Went 1-for-4 (.250) at the plate
- Made first career start against Iowa (Feb. 16) recording first career hit in 1-for-3 game
- Graduated from McKeel Academy of Technology
- Five-year varsity letterwinner
- Hit .385 with six homers and 50 RBI as a sophomore
- Two-time team captain
- Earned team’s offense award as both junior and senior
- Invited to play in the All-Star Game as a senior
- Played club softball for Tampa Mustangs
- Also played high school basketball, where she was a team captain and team MVP during senior season
- Daughter of Filroy and Cherice Howell
- Intends to major in nursing
- Birthday is April 11
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I always wanted to play at the D1 level for the sport that I love. I also wanted to build a relationship with God.
Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I always listen to music before a game to get locked in and in game mode. It's also to put me in a good mood. I do my same warm up before every game, same stretches.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My mom inspires me because she is such a strong independent woman and I admire that.
What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
In 2022 in Colorado with my travel team, Tampa Mustangs Rene, I flipped my hips and ran backward towards the fence and jumped up so high to catch the ball.
If you picked your jersey/uniform number, why is that number important to you?
I wear 88 because it has been my favorite since day 1.
Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
For breakfast, I like chocolate chip pancakes, bacon, and eggs. For lunch, I like Caesar Salad and lemon pepper wings. For dinner, I like chicken and shrimp alfredo pasta.
What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Teamworks
What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
Hanging out with my friends.
Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Usain Bolt
What is your favorite possession and why?
My phone and squish mallows.
What is your dream vacation spot and why?
I don't really have one. I love traveling, you could take me anywhere and I’d love the culture.
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