Amanda Truesdell

Position:
Varsity
Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Williamsville, N.Y.
High School:
Williamsville South

Majoring in communication studies ... Serves as a CREED mentor, helping freshmen adjust to college life

Rowing at UNC: In her fourth year on the varsity squad ... Rowed in the second varsity eight in 2013 and 2014

Before UNC: Graduate of Williamsville South High School ... Rowed for Westside Rowing Club for five years ... Two-time New York state champion (lightweight and pair) ... Two-time Empire State champion ... Finished second and third at Canadian Henley and sixth at U.S. Club Nationals ... Started rowing in 2006

More on Truesdell: Born in Buffalo, N.Y ... Daughter of Katie and Marty Truesdell ... Has two sisters ... Favorite pastimes are taking road trips, sleeping and rollerblading ... Favorite sports other than rowing are field hockey and baseball ... Favorite food is cereal ... Pet peeve is people who snore ... Athlete she most admires is Jim Kelly ... Plans to travel after graduation