Katie Steele

Position:
Novice
Height:
5-9
Class:
Sophomore
Hometown:
Weddington, N.C.
High School:
Weddington

Majoring in biology

Rowing at UNC: In her first year on the Carolina squad

Before UNC: At Wedding High School, played softball and basketball ... A member of National Honor Society and Beta Club

More on Steele: Born Nov. 25, 1983, in Raleigh ... Daughter of Terry and Debbie Steele ... Career goal is to work in forensics or another biology-related field ... Favorite pastimes are traveling, reading, watching movies and drawing ... Says the word that best describes her is "optimistic" ... Favorite sport besides rowing is softball ... Something few people know about her is that she loves horseback riding

Steele on rowing: "I have made friendships that will last forever and I am inspired to always come back for more. Every day I'm making memories and challenging my endurance to new levels while having the time of my life!"