WASHINGTON – Things may look a bit different on the Hilltop this fall due to the cancellation of fall sports because of COVID-19, but the Georgetown University women's soccer squad finds ways to continue its close-knit team culture virtually. The Hoyas welcomed six freshmen and two transfers to the team this season, and even though fans won't get a chance this fall to see them in action on Shaw Field, GUHoyas found a way to introduce them to the fans, brought to you by PNC Bank.
Today we introduce you to
Daisy Cleverley, a graduate student hailing from Auckland, New Zealand. Cleverly spent her undergraduate career playing at University of California, Berkeley and even represented New Zealand at the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup.
What brought you to the Hilltop?
Cleverley: I chose to come to Georgetown for many different reasons. The main few being the place itself, being in the city of D.C. and the different internship opportunities that come with that. The coaching staff and players on the team were all so welcoming and dedicated to the same goal of winning a national championship.
Favorite athlete and why?
Cleverley: Megan Rapinoe. She is an athlete who is not only incredibly dedicated to the game, but she uses her platform to do good in the world. She consistently advocates for social and racial justice change in the U.S.
If I didn't play soccer, I would …
Cleverley: create my own company selling a successful plant-based protein product and hopefully go big!
What is your favorite thing about NCAA soccer?
Cleverley: You are able to travel to different areas of the country to play high-quality teams. You aren't just restricted to your region.
When you're not on the soccer field, where can one find you?
Cleverley: Either cooking or eating out. I love food and finding new plant-based foods.
What's one fact about you that would surprise other people?
Cleverley: I taught a plant-based food class at Cal.
What are you majoring in in college? What do you hope to be?
Cleverley: I majored in environmental economics and policy at UC Berkeley and now I am going for my masters in integrated marketing communications at Georgetown.
If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things couldn't you live without?
Cleverley: Something to play music, a good book and chips.
I know it's only been a few weeks since you've started, but what has been the hardest part so far with virtual learning?
Cleverley: Not being able to meet face to face with classmates and professors. It makes it harder for you to get to know people and network
