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.