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#GTVB Insider: Lauren Pitz

Aug. 22, 2014

#GTVB Insider is a Q&A series looking at the 2014 Georgia Tech volleyball team. Each weekday leading up to the beginning of volleyball season on Aug. 29, a new #GTVB Insider will be released giving @GTVolleyball fans a chance to get to know their favorite players.

This edition of #GTVB Insider features sophomore middle blocker Lauren Pitz.

Name: Lauren Pitz
Hometown: Carmel, Ind.
High School: Carmel HS
Major: Biology

What I’m going to bring to the #GTVB court this season is: A positive attitude and a lot of energy!

Most people don’t know this about me, but I: Used to play the harp, cello and piano.

My favorite person to follow on Twitter is: @BuzzFeed.

The App I use most is: Instagram.

I can’t imagine going a week without: Talking to my mom.

The sport I’m the worst at is: Soccer.

If I didn’t play volleyball, I’d play: Swimming.

I can’t miss a TV episode of: Game of Thrones.

My game day superstition is: I must have my hair in a braid with a headband.

I have to admit, I’m really good at: Baking.

My career aspiration is: To be a veterinarian.

My favorite ice cream flavor is: Mint chocolate chip.

My teammates would describe me as: Encouraging.

If I could sum up what volleyball means to me, I’d say: Volleyball is my escape. It’s where I can escape from the trials of the day and just enjoy competing with my team.

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